Graham Whitaker is a seasoned policy and grassroots veteran who spent over seven years in the North Carolina General Assembly. Graham is currently the Director of the North Carolina Hospitality Alliance. 

 

During his tenure with the North Carolina General Assembly, Graham assisted the NC Senate Majority Leader with issues surrounding public policy, stakeholder engagement, as well as policy research. As Director of NCHA, Graham's primary focuses are on tracking legislation at the General Assembly that pertains to School Calendar Guidelines and North Carolina Occupancy Tax Guidelines as well as championing the organization's fundraising efforts. 

 

Graham attended North Carolina State University where he graduated with his Bachelor's in Political Science. Graham enjoys collecting records, golfing and shooting sporting clays, and spending time with his wife, and their two dogs and cat.