Coastal Bend Chapter

Welcome to the Coastal Bend Chapter of the TRA

Central South Texas Region

The Coastal Bend Chapter of the Texas Restaurant Association promotes the growth of the local restaurant industry through networking, education and local advocacy. We are active in our local communities. Get involved today!

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MATTHEW DE SHIELDS

Coastal Bend Chapter Chair

Matthew, Vice President of The Bar-B-Q Man Restaurant, was born and raised in Corpus Christi, TX and graduated form Texas A&M Kingsville with a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering. He worked in the family restaurant part time while also maintaining a career in the oil and gas industry from 2014 to 2023. In May of 2023 he took the leap to go full time in the family restaurant. He is excited to be part of the Coastal Bend Chapter!