Franck Chaumès and Valentin Prudon have outlined a program centered on three main goals as candidates for the presidency and vice-presidency of the UMIH, the Union of French Restaurant and Hospitality Professionals. Their plan focuses on preserving traditional dining culture, supporting business adaptation, and fostering unity among professionals. A key element is the proposal to create a "restaurant artisan" designation, which would recognize and promote high-quality, locally made cuisine. They also suggest introducing an "Entrepreneur Permit" that includes 35 hours of training in management, law, and business practices. Additionally, they aim to allow temporary local regulations for new restaurants in areas already crowded with dining options, provided these decisions are made in consultation with local authorities and industry professionals. According to the UMIH and the Economic Observatory of the restaurant industry, managed by the Order of Certified Public Accountants, the average revenue in the sector dropped by 6.5% in the second quarter of 2026 compared to the same period in the previous year. This decline was even more pronounced for the first half of the year, continuing a trend of reduced profitability seen in 2025. In response, Chaumès and Prudon have proposed a series of 14 commitments aimed at helping businesses navigate economic challenges and industry changes. The first of these is focused on protecting traditional dining practices, emphasizing the cultural and economic value of local cuisine. Their program includes financial measures to ease the burden on restaurant owners, such as increasing the exemption on gains from selling a business and on registration fees for buyers, up to 500,000 to 1 million euros. They also propose allowing businesses to amortize the purchase cost over seven to ten years. Another key point is expanding the economic observatories, which provide detailed sector data by profession and region, to all hospitality and restaurant professionals. They also aim to raise the share of APG HCR funds—resources allocated to support the sector—given to representative organizations to 80 percent. Chaumès and Prudon also plan to create a national platform that offers legal, tax, and social assistance, potentially using artificial intelligence to improve access to information and support. The development of UMIHLab, a dedicated innovation space, is intended to test and promote new solutions for the industry. Their program also addresses issues related to tourist accommodations, para-commercial activities, housing for seasonal workers, and support for rural and tourist areas. Until the UMIH election on October 13, 2026, the two candidates will travel to meet with professionals and officials from various UMIH departments to present their 14 commitments in detail.