Broward – November Networking Mixer

Join the FRLA Broward Chapter for a networking mixer on November 16th! Bring your business cards and prepare for a fun evening of networking with top hospitality leaders. Members and future members are invited, but MUST register!

Event Pricing:

Members: $20
Future Members: $30

Register Now!

Sponsorship Opportunity:

Purchase a tabletop to display products or offer samples!
Display of signage and announcements at the event

**FRLA Broward Members Only**

Tabletop: $150
*Price includes (1) admission

Hosted and Sponsored by:

Treasure Coast – Holiday Party

Join the Treasure Coast Chapter for a Costa d’Este Holiday Party on December 5th! Mix and mingle with hospitality leaders while indulging in delicious seasonal treats and sipping on delightful holiday-inspired beverages. We encourage you to bring your holiday spirit and embrace the joyous atmosphere. We are also doing a Toy Drive for Toys for Tots. Please bring one unwrapped toy.

Mark your calendars, invite your friends, and we’ll see you at the FRLA Treasure Coast Holiday Party!

Event Details:

📅 Tuesday, December 5, 2023
⏰5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
📍Costa d’Este Beach Resort & Spa, 3244 Ocean Drive, Vero Beach, FL 32963

Event Pricing:

Members: $40
Future Members: $50

Register Now!

RSVP Deadline: November 29, 2023

Florida Hotel Conference

The AHLA On The Road event series is FREE and open to all hoteliers. Each state hotel conference provides a dynamic opportunity to connect with the larger hotel community and hear the latest market trends and policy updates impacting hotels from industry leaders and experts.

Network with local hoteliers and industry leaders
Learn the latest recruitment practices from experts
Hear VIP speakers including elected officials and tourism executives
Get policy updates on issues impacting your hotel
Discover local hotel market data trends and forecasts
Attend a complimentary networking reception with appetizers and drinks

NWFL Chapter Golf Classic

Join the Northwest Florida Chapter of the Florida Restaurant & Lodging Association for the 2023 Golf Classic! This annual 4-player scramble is always hit and you don’t want to miss it!

Schedule of Events

7:30 AM: Registration and Breakfast
9:00 AM: Shotgun Start
2:00 PM: Lunch and Awards

There will be raffles and prizes!

Event Pricing:

$500: Team of Four Players

$150: Individual

Sponsorship Opportunities:

Title Sponsor: $10,000
Lunch Sponsor: $5,000
Breakfast Sponsor: $2,500
Cart Sponsor: $1,500
Ball Drop Sponsor: $1,500
Supporting Sponsor: $1,000
Hole Sponsor: $250

Register Now!

Questions? Contact Ashley Gholston at [email protected] or Ashley Jackson at [email protected].

Pinellas – Meet Your CVB Team

Join the FRLA Pinellas Chapter on November 3rd for a meet-and-greet luncheon with the newest members of the Visit St. Pete/Clearwater Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB) team! The team will provide a deep dive into their roles at the CVB, how they impact the local hospitality industry, as well as potential avenues of revenue for your business. They will also provide insights on leveraging opportunities with the Film Commission and the Sports Department. Register today and bring your questions for this great networking lunch!

Event Details:

Date: Friday, November 3, 2023
Time: 11:30 a.m. – Registration; 12:00 – 1:30 p.m. – Lunch & Program
Location: Bascoms Chop House (3665 Ulmerton Road, Clearwater)

Meet-and-Greet with:
Brian Lowack, Visit St. Pete/Clearwater President & CEO
Lisa Dozois, Film Commissioner
Caleb Peterson, Sports Events & Senior Sales Manager

Event Pricing:
$25.00 – FRLA Member
$30.00 – FRLA Future Member

Sponsorship Opportunities:
Luncheon Sponsor – $150.00
(Corporate signage and recognition at the luncheon, plus 4 attendees)

Register Today!

Registration Deadline: 10/30/23

5 Things You Should Be Doing on Social Media as a Restaurant or Hotel

Social Media is a HUGE part of marketing your restaurant and hotel. Join the FRLA Northeast Chapter to learn about the top 5 things you SHOULD be doing to keep your business on top of the social scroll.

Social Beans co-founders Grace Stoyshich and Rachel Harris will dive into social media and provide tips on how to maximize your reach and engagement on your social media platforms. Social Beans is a creative agency for restaurants and hospitality businesses. They serve multiple clients in Northeast FL, including Jacksonville staples like Manifest Distilling, Mr. Potato Spread, Casa Marina Hotel, Native Sun, and more! Social Beans offers services like social media management, Grand Opening PR campaigns, and food styling. The co-founders are both big foodies and very passionate about the growth of Jacksonville, especially the hospitality industry.

Don’t miss your chance to hear directly from the experts by registering today for this FREE event!

Event Details:

Wednesday, November 1, 2023
9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
Culhane’s Irish Pub & Restaurant
9720 Deer Lake Ct. Jacksonville, FL

Event Cost:

FREE

Register Now!

Broward Chapter – CareerSource Hospitality Career Fair

Are you looking to recruit candidates for your hospitality business? Join the FRLA Broward Chapter and CareerSource Broward on October 5, 2023, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. for the Hospitality Career Fair! Register your business today and connect with your workforce!

What to expect:

Connect with enthusiastic job seekers
Discover skilled professionals eager to join your team
Network with industry peers and leaders
Elevate your brand in the competitive hospitality sector

Event Details:

Thursday, October 5, 2023
10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Urban League of Broward County
560 NW 27th Avenue Fort Lauderdale, FL 33311

Space is limited! Register today! ⬇️

Register Your Business!

Broward – October Networking Mixer

Join the FRLA Broward Chapter for a Networking Mixer on October 18th at the Fort Lauderdale Marriott Harbor Beach Resort & Spa. This event will feature a tasting by the Broward County Schools culinary students. Bring your business cards for an exciting and productive evening of networking!

Event Pricing:

Members: $20
Future Members: $30
Self & Valet Parking: $10

Attendees must register as space is limited and no walk-ins are permitted.

Sponsorship Opportunities:

**FRLA Broward Members Only**

Purchase a tabletop to display products or offer samples! Sponsorship will also include display of signage and announcements at the event.

Tabletop: $150 (includes one admission)

Register Now!

Hosted and Sponsored by:

Marriott Harbor Beach Resort & Spa

3030 Holiday Drive | Phone: (954) 525 – 4000

Lee-Collier Schools Taco Cook-off

Join the Lee and Collier FRLA Chapters for the annual Taco Cook-off between local ProStart teams. Hosted at the Shangri-La Springs, local ProStart culinary student and instructor teams will prepare signature tacos and side dishes for attendees and judges, hoping for a chance to be crowned Overall Winner of the Taco Cook-off. In addition to great food, there will be live music, raffles and silent auctions. Guests will not only be able to try the student and instructor’s creations, but they will also lend a hand in the judging process, picking the Fan Favorite Winner. The Overall Winner will be selected by the attendees as the fan favorite!

Event Details:

Thursday, October 12, 2023
5:00 PM – Registration & Fiesta
5:30 PM – Food Begins
Shangri-La Springs (27750 Old 41 Rd, Bonita Springs, FL 34135)

Competing Schools:

Lee County
Cape Coral High School
Riverdale High School
Young Parents Educational Program
East Lee County High School
Estero High School
Island Coast High School

Collier County
Gulf Coast High School
Palmetto Ridge High School
Immokalee Technical College Dual Enrolled students

Desserts will be served by Fort Myers Technical College and table decor coordinated by South Fort Myers.

Cost:

$35.00

Purchase Tickets

Proceeds from the event will go towards Lee and Collier County’s ProStart programs, contributing to student scholarships, classroom supplies, and equipment as well as state competitions.

Northeast Chapter – Bust a Clay

Ready, Set, Aim! Join the FRLA Northeast Chapter for the annual Bust a Clay tournament on December 4, 2023. This event raises funds to support the FRLA Northeast Chapter to assist the sixteen Northeast area High Schools that have a ProStart Culinary Training program, training the future chefs of our industry and raising funds for the FRLA PAC. This will be a fun day with your industry peers. Whether you are a first-time participant or an expert shooter, bring your team members or clients out for a fun day of networking and team building.

Event Details:

Monday, December 4, 2023
8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Jacksonville Clay Target Sports
12125 New Berlin Road Jacksonville, FL 32226

Event Schedule:

8-8:30 a.m. — Registration
8:45 a.m. — Safety Briefing
9 a.m. — Tournament Begins
11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. — Lunch & Award Ceremony following shoot

Pricing:

(Includes: Light Breakfast, Clays, Shells, Golf Cart, Lunch)

Individual – $150

Team of Four – $600

Turkey Shoot: $20 (will take place during registration and lunch)

*Gun available for rent/purchase, contact Nicole for details

Sponsorship Opportunities:

Presenting Sponsor
$3,000 (listed presenting sponsor on all signage, 2 teams of 4, invitation to address attendees, display product)

*SOLD* Luncheon Sponsor *SOLD*
~~$1,500 (signage, team of 4, introduction to speak, display product)~~

*SOLD* Shell Sponsor *SOLD*
~~$1,000 (logo on shell boxes, team of 4, event signage)~~

*SOLD* Breakfast Sponsor *SOLD*
~~$750 (signage, team of 4, welcome guests, display product)~~

Supporting Sponsor
$750 (team of 4, station sign and event signage)

Refreshment Break Sponsor
$300 (greet players at the turn with refreshments that you provide)

*SOLD* Turkey Shoot Sponsor *SOLD*
~~$350 (host turkey shoot, greet players during event and announce winner during program)~~

Station Sponsor:
$200 (sponsor logo displayed at station)

Or join us for lunch and the turkey shoot- $35

Register Now!

Raffle Tickets:

1 for $5 or 5 for $20 Mulligans 4 for $20 (4 mulligans per person max)
More info: Contact Nicole Chapman at 904-574-2259 or [email protected]