Fox Rothschild congratulates Carolyn Richmond, who was recognized by the New York Business Journal as one of ten honorees who “exemplify influence in both their professional and their personal endeavors.”

Part of the publication’s Women of Influence program, Richmond’s selection reflects her significant and lasting impact on the hospitality sector and her commitment to advancing workplace compliance and innovation.

Chair of the firm’s Hospitality Practice, Richmond is a trusted employment attorney to New York’s restaurant industry. She helps clients address evolving challenges, including wage and hour laws, workplace regulations, union organizing and crisis management.

“My job is to help hospitality businesses navigate the complex world of workplace law…so they can focus on what they do best: creating incredible guest experiences,” she told New York Business Journal.

Richmond identifies ongoing uncertainty as the hospitality sector’s main challenge, emphasizing the need for legal counsel to stay informed to ensure clients are in compliance with workplace laws and regulations. “This year will be a success if our hospitality industry clients continue to thrive despite the challenges they currently face. I succeed when my clients succeed,” she added.

Looking ahead at 2026, she said the New York Business community’s “most pressing challenge lies in keeping the city attractive for both employers and workers. The city and state must address cost pressures by modernizing regulations and ensuring that innovation remains at the heart of our economy.”

Richmond is deeply invested in enabling the next generation of leaders. She serves on multiple boards, including that of Legal Momentum, which promotes women’s rights and gender equality, and at Cornell University, where she’s involved with the ILR School’s Dean’s Advisory Council and the Cornell University Council.

Drawing inspiration from the mentors who shaped her own career, she defines mentorship as listening, advising and opening doors, not just giving feedback.

“Listening is a superpower. The more you listen — to clients, colleagues and employees — the better you understand what is happening and what needs to happen,” she said.

View her full profile.

This award is conferred by the New York Business Journal. A description of the selection methodology is available here. No aspect of this advertisement has been approved by the Supreme Court of New Jersey.