Event Type: Chapter Events

Suncoast – Inaugural ROSE Awards

Please join the Florida Restaurant & Lodging Association (FRLA) Suncoast Chapter at the Inaugural ROSE (Recognition of Service Excellence) Awards. This event recognizes front line hospitality employees who demonstrate excellent customer service. These industry champions showcase the region’s commitment to creating an extraordinary visitor experience!

DO YOU HAVE AN EMPLOYEE WHO IS DEPENDABLE, PASSIONATE AND EXEMPLIFIES GREAT CUSTOMER SERVICE? DURING THESE UNPRECEDENTED TIMES, WHO WENT ABOVE & BEYOND THEIR NORMAL ROLE? NOMINATE THEM TODAY FOR A ROSE AWARD!

2023 ROSE AWARD CATEGORIES
ROSE Award nominees include, but are not limited to the following categories:

  • Hotels: Front desk, housekeeping, valet, bellmen, administrative assistant, security, maintenance, engineers
  • Restaurants: Chef, cook, kitchen staff, hostesses, bartenders, servers
  • Retail: Clerks and stock keepers
  • Transportation: Drivers
    *THIS LIST OF CATEGORIES IS NOT ALL INCLUSIVE. NOMINEES FROM OTHER CATEGORIES MAY ALSO BE SUBMITTED.

2023 ROSE AWARD REQUIREMENTS 

  • Individual must be a line employee (no management or supervisor positions)
  • Nominations are open to all hospitality businesses (do not have to be an FRLA member) and may be submitted by employees and immediate supervisors who know of worthy candidates.
  • Individual should exemplify the following characteristics: dependable, passionate, serves as role model to peers, and committed to customer.

ROSE AWARD RECIPIENTS WILL BE SELECTED FOR EXCELLENT SERVICE DURING THE PAST 12 MONTHS BY A BLUE CHIP PANEL. WINNERS WILL BE PRESENTED WITH AWARD, CERTIFICATE, AND GIFT AT AWARDS CEREMONY.

All nominees will be recognized at the event and winners will be announced at the awards dinner

SUBMIT YOUR NOMINATIONS

NOMINATION DEADLINE: October 6, 2023

EVENT DETAILS 

Wednesday, October 18, 2023
The Westin Sarasota, 100 Marina View Drive
6:00 p.m.: Red Carpet Arrival
6:30 p.m.: Rose Awards Reception (cash bar)
7:00 p.m.: Rose Awards Dinner and Recognition Ceremony for all Nominees
*BUSINESS/COCKTAIL ATTIRE IS REQUESTED

EVENT PRICING AND SPONSORSHIP

Attendee: $95 – Individual Attendee
Corporate Table: $800 – Reserved table for 8 attendees
Reception Sponsor: $1,200 – Reserved table for 8, corporate signage at reception and on main event video screen
Title Event Sponsor: $2,000 – Reserved table for 8, welcoming introduction, corporate signage, logo on Eventbrite and on main event video screen

(Nominating company will purchase nominee ticket for the event or a table)

TICKETS

REGISTRATION DEADLINE: October 11, 2023

Central Florida – An Afternoon of “Enter-train-ment” with Andy Masters

An Afternoon of “Enter-train-ment” with Andy Masters

Join the FRLA Central Florida Chapter and international Author/Speaker Andy Masters for an enriching afternoon at the Alfond Inn on September 12, 2023! Organizations now face many great challenges, having to overcome staffing shortages, high turnover, “quiet quitting,” and low morale–while still in the midst of a succession-planning crisis.  Never before have managers and employees been asked to wear so many hats and do more with less. Therefore, the time to create a positive work environment and make the workplace FUN again has never been more important. Employees also want to work within a positive workplace culture, which includes everything from being appreciated, to creative perks & benefits, to family-friendly flex time, and even developing their skills for the future. You don’t want to miss this great program! Secure your seat by registering below.

EVENT DETAILS:

Tuesday, September 12, 2023
4:30PM-6:00PM
The Alfond Inn at Rollins College
300 E New England Ave, Winter Park, FL

Pricing: $65

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*Registration Deadline: August 31, 2023*

 

About: Andy Masters, MA, CSP began his career at Maritz Travel Company in St. Louis, and is now an award-winning author and international keynote speaker/trainer/consultant based in Orlando, Florida. Andy has written 5 books, earned 4 degrees, and has presented over 1,000+ programs for 100,000 attendees on Sales/Marketing, Customer Experience, and Leadership/Workforce topics. He is the author of the award-winning book “Kiss Your Customer: 77 Reasons Why Sales & Service Are Just Like Dating
& Relationships”, and his latest book “Things LEADERS Say: A Daily Guide to Help Every Leader Empower & Inspire.”

Andy has been featured on several major media outlets, including LifeTime Television, PBS, Corporate & Incentive Travel magazine, and Investor’s Business Daily. Andy achieved Distinguished Graduate honors at Webster University, earning an M.A.-Marketing, and another M.A.- Human Resources Development. Andy has received the prestigious “CSP” award/designation of the National Speakers Association (NSA), the highest international recognition for professional speakers, in which only 10% of over 5,000+
speakers worldwide have achieved.

 

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CANCELED EscaRosa Chapter – State of Hospitality Breakfast

This event has been canceled. 

Join the EscaRosa Chapter for a networking breakfast on September 26th! Breakfast topics will focus on legislative changes within the hospitality industry. EscaRosa members and future members will have the opportunity to gain a fresh look at where the hospitality industry stands and learn about new legislative changes impacting business operations. Don’t miss this great opportunity to network with FRLA members and learn more about the benefits of being a part of our great association!

Event Details: 

Tuesday, September 26, 2023
9:00AM – 11:00AM CT
Fish Heads, 16 Via De Luna Drive, Pensacola Beach, FL

 

 

 

Northeast Chapter – Food Safety Workshop

Join the Northeast Chapter for a workshop on Food Safety. This program will keep you up to date with the latest information on regulations. Expand your knowledge and ensure the safety of your food establishment by attending this informative workshop. Don’t miss out.

Event Details: 

Wednesday, August 23, 2023 | 9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
Prati Italia, 4972 Big Island Drive, Jacksonville, FL 32246
Cost: FREE

Topics include:

  • What is new? What are inspectors looking for? Hot topics that are coming from the state and national level
  • New food code – what is coming from DBPR.
  • Traceability – what you will need to do to trace all food sources.
  • Hazard Analysis of Critical Control Points (HACCP) Plan – what special processes need a HACCP plan?

FRLA’s own, Geoff Luebkemann Senior Vice President, Service Operations will be presenting. Geoff’s background includes, working up from local independents to managing new unit openings across the southeast for a national full-service restaurant company and prior to FRLA he served as Director of DBPR. He is active in numerous state and national industry food safety stakeholder groups, including the national Conference for Food Protection.

Register today for this free event!

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Miami-Dade Chapter Networking Party

Join the FRLA Miami-Dade Chapter for a fun and engaging hospitality networking party! Ticket includes complimentary beer and wine and light bites, plus one door prize ticket.

Event Pricing:

FRLA Members: $15
Guests: $25

Event Location:

Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse and Wine Bar
600 Brickell Avenue, Suite 150, Miami, 33131

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*Registration is required, no walk-ins please.*

 

Palm Beach 2023 Holiday Celebration

Join the FRLA Palm Beach Chapter on Wednesday, December 13th to celebrate the season! You don’t want to miss this fun evening of networking with top industry leaders. Please be sure to bring your business card {and holiday cheer} for two free drinks & hors d’oeuvres. Advanced registration is required!

EVENT PRICING: 

FRLA Members: $45/Future Members: $55

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REGISTRATION DEADLINE: December 6, 2023

For questions call Jodi Cross, 561-410-0035 or [email protected]

 

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Palm Beach – November Hospitality Networking Social

Join the FRLA Palm Beach Chapter on Wednesday, November 8th from 5:00-7:00 PM for an evening of networking with industry leaders amongst the beautiful backdrop of The Ben Hotel. Please be sure to bring your business card for two free drinks & hors d’oeuvres. Advanced registration is required!

EVENT PRICING: 

FRLA Members: $20/Future Members: $30

There will be raffle prizes!

Register Now!

REGISTRATION DEADLINE: November 2, 2023

For questions call Jodi Cross, 561-410-0035 or [email protected]

 

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Palm Beach – October Hospitality Networking Social

Join the FRLA Palm Beach Chapter for Happy Hour & hors d’oeuvres on Thursday, October 26th from 5:00-7:00 p.m. at The Bistro-Jupiter. This is a great opportunity to network and engage with top industry leaders from the hospitality community. Please be sure to bring your business card for two free drinks & hors d’oeuvres. Advanced registration is required!

Event Pricing: 

FRLA Members: $20/Future Members: $30

There will be raffle prizes!

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Registration Deadline: October 19th, 2023

For questions call Jodi Cross, 561-410-0035 or [email protected]

 

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Hillsborough “Hard Rock” Networking Mixer

Join the FRLA Hillsborough Chapter and “cash in” at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino while mingling with your industry peers over drinks and appetizers. Take advantage of your winning hand and enjoy a special guided tour of the property. We hope to see you in the Cipresso Restaurant Lounge at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Tampa on July 26th!

Event Pricing:

FRLA Member – $15 per person

First Time Attendee – $20 per person

*Includes two drink tickets for wine or beer and light appetizers

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Registration deadline: July 20, 2023

Central Florida – Breakfast with the FRLA Chairman John Horne

Join the FRLA Central Florida Chapter for a “mellow” breakfast with FRLA Chairman John Horne on August 9th at Mellow Mushroom. John will discuss his start in the industry, his business philosophies, and establishing a great work culture. He will also highlight the importance of being involved in the local community and politics. Donuts and coffee will be served. Please join us for this special and fun event!

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Note: There is no cost to register, but please do so by August 8, 2023!

For more information, contact: Mel Coffey, FRLA Central Florida Regional Director at (321) 246-5584  or via email at [email protected].