Hillsborough/Pinellas – Hospitality Forward June Meeting

Customer Obsessed – How to Create Unforgettable Experiences and Drive Growth

Join the FRLA Hillsborough and Pinellas Chapters for the SECOND Hospitality Forward meeting – an exclusive tech empowerment event designed for hospitality leaders! Hospitality Forward is brought to you in collaboration with the Florida-Israel Business Accelerator. Our second meeting will uncover strategies and technologies that transform the entire customer journey, create loyalty, and generate growth.

Register today and join your industry colleagues on June 10th from 8:30 – 10:30 AM at the Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay for Customer Obsessed – How to Create Unforgettable Experiences and Drive Growth

Speakers:

Registration:
(Breakfast Included)

$40

Register Now!

Upcoming Meetings:

• September 2025 – Hack-Proof Your World
– Learn how to protect your business from online threats.

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Inquire About Sponsorships Opportunities!

Contact FRLA Regional Director, Dannette Lynch, at [email protected] or 727-642-3404.

Northeast – Summer Silent Auction Benefitting FRLA PAC

Christmas in July Silent Auction is OPEN!

We’re decking the halls early with our Christmas in July Online Silent Auction – it’s LIVE!

Now’s your chance to score incredible hotel stays, restaurant gift cards, and more—all while supporting the FRLA PAC.

From beach getaways to gourmet dinners, you’ll find something for everyone (including yourself)!

Bidding closes Monday, July 21 at 8 p.m.

Don’t miss out—treat yourself or get ahead on holiday gifts early!

Let’s make spirits bright—and keep our industry strong—this Christmas in July!

Start Your Bidding! Click Here!

Northeast Chapter – Workshop: Smart Social Media Moves for Tight Marketing Budgets

Workshop: More Reach, Less Spend- Smart Social Media Moves for Tight Marketing Budgets

Presented by: Grace Stoyshich and Rachel Harris, Social Beans Creative Agency

If you’re a restaurant or hospitality business trying to grow your presence online without breaking the bank—you’re not alone. Join us for an exclusive free workshop hosted by the Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (FRLA) and led by Social Beans, a creative agency dedicated to helping hospitality brands thrive on social media.

Event Details:

Wednesday, June 18, 2025
9-9:30 a.m. Networking
9:30-10:30 a.m. Program
Culhane’s Irish Pub Southside
9720 Deer Lake Ct., Jacksonville, FL

In this fast-paced, practical session, you’ll learn how to:

Partner with local micro-influencers without paying big fees
Run community-driven giveaways that actually grow your audience
Tap into on-brand trends without feeling inauthentic
Use free content tools to create stunning visuals in minutes
Build a simple content calendar to save hours each week
And more tips to boost your reach without paid ads

Whether you’re doing your social media solo or working with a small team, this workshop will give you tools you can use immediately—no fluff, no overwhelm.

Event Cost:

FREE

RSVP Now!

EscaRosa Chapter – Bingo Bash

Join the FRLA EscaRosa Chapter on June 5th for the BINGO BASH! Get 3 Bingo Tickets for Just $5! Join the fun and increase your chances of winning amazing prizes with this unbeatable offer. Don’t miss out and grab your tickets today and be part of an exciting bingo experience.

Event Details:
Thursday, June 5, 2025
6:00 – 8:00 PM CT
O’Riley’s Irish Pub – 321 S. Palafox

Event Pricing:
$5 for 3 Tickets

Register Now!

Central FL/Northeast/Broward Chapter – Webinar: Boost Your Hospitality Profits: Insider Strategies Revealed

Boost Your Hospitality Profits: Insider Strategies Revealed

Join the FRLA Central Florida, Northeast, and Broward Chapters for this Webinar!

Wednesday, June 11, 2025
10:00 – 11:00 AM ET
➡️Register via Zoom⬅️

In today’s fast-paced hospitality landscape, making more intelligent and more timely financial decisions with the right tools at the right time can make all the difference.

Join the FRLA Central Florida, Northeast, and Broward Chapters for this exclusive digital session led by Chris Pumo, founder of Skyline Analytics, where he’ll share how FP&A is transforming hospitality operations—from real-time financial dashboards to predictive labor scheduling and cost control strategies.

Key Takeaways:

Maximize profitability through strategic pricing & COGS analysis.
Optimize labor & reduce overtime with predictive planning.
Apply FP&A for line-by-line margin improvement.
Build best-in-class forecasts & month-end packages that drive smarter growth.
Use AI-enhanced dashboards for real-time financial clarity.

Register Now

Suncoast- Confetti Culture by James Ferguson

Join the FRLA Suncoast Chapter for Confetti Culture presented by Best-selling Author & Keynote Speaker, James Ferguson! James is a visionary, employee engagement expert, culture coach, and author of bestseller The Confetti Culture Playbook: How to Boost Your Team’s Contribution & Impact!

He specializes in building cultures where employees feel seen, heard, and celebrated – every single day! With a proven record of energizing hospitality management teams, James puts the FUN back in the fundamentals of employee engagement. James’s sessions aren’t just talks – they’re transformative experiences.

Join us for this unforgettable session that’s equal parts powerful and purposeful. In this inspiring talk, James will show how to lead with impact, master resilience, time management, and reinvention, showing how you can turn hope into habits through this confetti-filled formula that builds a more positive, productive, and profitable culture!

Event Details:
Thursday, September 18, 2025
1:30 PM – Registration (light snacks and beverages)
2:00 – 3:30 – Presentation
Art Ovation Hotel, Autograph Collection
1255 N Palm Avenue, Sarasota

Registration:
Member – $45 per person
Future Member – $55 per person
Reserved Table of 8 – $350

Register Now

Sponsorship Opportunities:

Event Sponsor: $550
(Includes opportunity to welcome guests, corporate logo on signage, video screen and reserved table of 6)

Breakfast Sponsor: $250
(Includes recognition, signage with corporate logo and 2 event tickets)

Pinellas & Hillsborough – Confetti Culture by James Ferguson

Join the FRLA Pinellas and Hillsborough Chapters for Confetti Culture presented by Best-selling Author & Keynote Speaker, James Ferguson! James is a visionary, employee engagement expert, culture coach, and author of bestseller The Confetti Culture Playbook: How to Boost Your Team’s Contribution & Impact!

Event Details:
Wednesday, September 17, 2025
8:30 AM – Registration
9:oo AM – Presentation
Marriott Tampa International Airport
4200 George J Bean Parkway Tampa, FL

Registration:
Member – $45 per person
Future Member – $55 per person
Reserved Table of 8 – $350

Register Now

Sponsorship Opportunities:

Event Sponsor: $550
(Includes opportunity to welcome guests, corporate logo on signage, video screen and reserved table of 6)

Breakfast Sponsor: $250
(Includes recognition, signage with corporate logo and 2 event tickets)

Space Coast – 9th Annual Bowling Tournament

Let’s Strike Up Some Fun!

Get ready to roll into an unforgettable afternoon because one of our most popular events is back and better than ever! Join the FRLA’s Space Coast Chapter for the 9th Annual Bowling Tournament, where the fun is “strikingly” good! This is the perfect opportunity for team building while mingling with industry peers and colleagues. Indulge with good food, refreshing beverages, and get your hands on some fabulous raffle prizes. Let’s celebrate the industry and strike up some fun because there’s absolutely no time to “SPARE”!

Event Details:
Tuesday, June 17, 2025 **NEW DATE**
2:00-3:00 p.m. – Team Check in
3:00-5:30 p.m. – Tournament Play
Bowlero Melbourne, 1099 N Wickham Road Melbourne, FL

Bowling registration includes:

Shoe rental, ball, two games, soda, and a large pizza for each team.
One draft beer or house wine per player
Awards – 1st and 2nd Place, Team Spirit, and Best Team Attire
Raffles throughout the afternoon

Tournament Cost:
Team of Six: $225
Single Bowler: $30
Spectator: $25

Sponsorship Opportunities:
Event & Tournament T-Shirt Sponsor – $500
(Opening welcome at event, display
signage with corporate logo, plus six tournament bowlers)

Lane Sponsor – $350
(Signage at sponsored lane, plus one team of three tournament bowlers)

*Raffle items and donations are greatly appreciated*

Contact:

Dannette Lynch, FRLA Regional Director (727) 642 – 3404 or [email protected]

Hillsborough – 2nd Annual ROSE Awards

The 2nd Annual Hillsborough ROSE Awards

October 9, 2025

Renaissance Tampa International Plaza Hotel

Welcome to the highly anticipated 2nd Annual Hillsborough ROSE (Recognition of Service Excellence) Awards! This illustrious occasion celebrates the remarkable efforts of frontline Hospitality professionals who consistently exceed expectations in delivering exceptional service. These individuals truly epitomize the unwavering commitment of the region to curate unforgettable experiences for each and every visitor. We cordially invite you to be a part of this prestigious event as we pay tribute to these outstanding champions who are shaping the landscape of hospitality with their dedication and passion.

Evening Itinerary:

5:30 PM – Red Carpet Arrival

6:00 PM – ROSE Awards Reception (Cash Bar)

6:20 PM – Nominee Group Photo

6:30 PM – ROSE Awards Ceremony & Dinner

Business/Cocktail Attire Requested

Are you currently working alongside a dedicated team member who embodies qualities of reliability, passion, and exceptional customer service? Someone who consistently goes the extra mile beyond their regular duties? If so, we invite you to shine a spotlight on their outstanding contributions by nominating them for a prestigious ROSE Award!