Event Type: Chapter Events

**POSTPONED** Monroe – FRLA Monroe Welcomes DBPR Secretary Melanie Griffin

Due to the ongoing statewide recovery efforts following Hurricane Helene, Secretary Griffin’s visit has been postponed for a later date. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and look forward to sharing more details on the rescheduled date soon. Thank you for your continued support of Florida’s hospitality industry! 

Join the FRLA Monroe Chapter for an exclusive presentation featuring Florida DBPR Secretary, Melanie Griffin. Secretary Griffin will share valuable insights on the licensing, regulation, and inspection processes that govern restaurants and hotels in the State of Florida. Her discourse will shed light on the office’s innovative strategies to streamline and modernize its operations. This event promises to be enlightening and informative, offering a unique opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of the industry’s standards and practices. We look forward to welcoming you to this insightful session!

Event Details: 
Thursday, October 10, 2024
4:30 PM Registration
5:00 PM Presentation
5:45 PM – 7:00 PM Networking Reception
Casa Marina
1500 Reynolds Street Key West, FL 33040

 

Event Cost: 
FRLA & CHAMBER MEMBERS: $15
GUESTS: $20

Register Now!

 

 

For additional information about the event or how you can become engaged with our chapter. Please contact Lynne Hernandez, FRLA South Florida Regional Director at [email protected] or 305-710-3962.

 

 

Central Florida – October Member Event

Bringing People Together by Automating Tasks That Keep Them Apart

Tuesday, October 29, 2024

 9:15 – 10:00 AM: Registration and Networking
10:00 – 11:00 AM: Robot Demonstration

The Celeste Hotel
4105 N Alafaya Trail, Orlando

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Are you interested in learning more about robotics in the hospitality industry? Join the FRLA Central Florida Chapter on October 29th for an exclusive opportunity to view robotic demos and engage with tech leaders! What task could be more efficient and effortless in your business? Register now and find out October 29th with FRLA Central Florida.

Speakers:

  • Phil Zheng, Chief Operating Officer of Richtech Robotics
  • Moshe Meppen, CEO of MetaDolce Technologies, Inc.
  • Jack Li, Business Development Manager at Richtech Robotics

The SKYLARK, DUST-E, TITAN, and MATRADEE robots will be demonstrated live, highlighting their efficiency in streamlining hotel and restaurant operations. Please bring your questions and engage with these leading experts in hospitality robotics as they explore how automation can enhance guest experiences and operational success.

Registration: 

FRLA Member – $40

FRLA non-member – $55

Northeast – 16th Annual ROSE Awards

16th Annual Northeast ROSE Awards

• February 18, 2025 •

Renaissance Resort at World Golf Village

 

Join us for the 16th year of celebrating front line staff,  February 28, 2025 at the Renaissance Resort at World Golf Village. The ROSE (Recognition of Service Excellence) Awards recognizes Northeast Florida front line hospitality employees who demonstrate excellent customer service. These industry champions showcase the region’s commitment to creating an extraordinary visitor experience.

 

Nominations are OPEN!  The deadline to nominate is Tuesday, January 14, 2025.

To Nominate and View More Info, Click Here!

**NEW DATE** Suncoast – Inaugural Reverse Hotel & Restaurant Showcase

Due to the ongoing Hurricane Helene recovery efforts impacting the Suncoast region, this event (originally scheduled for October 9, 2024) has been postponed to November 13, 2024. We hope you can join us!

Turning The Tables on Networking!

Monday, November 13, 2024
1:45 PM – 5:30 PM
Hyatt Regency Sarasota
1000 Boulevard of the Arts Sarasota, FL

**MUST BE AN FRLA MEMBER TO ATTEND**

Join the FRLA Suncoast Chapter for the Inaugural Reverse Hotel & Restaurant Showcase! Our Reverse Tradeshow is an innovative networking event that redefines the traditional approach to business connections. This unique platform empowers our Allied members to showcase their services and products directly to the influential management of hotels and restaurants. This is an exceptional opportunity for Allied members to engage with key decision-makers who are eager to explore valuable offerings that can enhance their businesses. By fostering these meaningful connections, we are not only promoting collaboration but also paving the way for mutually beneficial partnerships that can drive success in the hospitality industry.

Schedule of Events:
1:45 PM – Set-up & Registration
2:30 PM – Showcase Connect one-on-one (4 minutes per side)
4:00 – 5:30 PM – Reception (one drink ticket & appetizers)

Who Should Attend?
Hotels/Restaurants:
Owners, and General Managers, Directors of Operations, Purchasing or Procurement and Director of Marketing or Sales

Allied Members:
Suppliers that provide products and services to Hotels, Restaurants, Tourism, and Hospitality Partners.

Registration and Sponsorships:

Allied Members – $140 Per Person
Restaurant Members – $35 Per Person

Gold Sponsors:$2,000
Company name/logo included on all promotions with recognition during event and recognition on event screen, plus (6) admission tickets to event

Silver Sponsors: $1,000
Company name/logo included on eblasts and recognition during event plus (4) admission tickets to event

Bronze Sponsors: $500
Company name/logo on eblasts and during event plus (2) admission tickets to event.

Register Now!

Registration Deadline: November 8, 2024

Benefits of the Reverse Showcase:
-Make more professional contacts in one morning than most make in an entire month
-Fun and fast-paced environment
-Face-to-face networking
-Cost effective business development
-Market awareness for your business

Northeast – The Synergy of AI and Social Media for Hotels and Restaurants

The Synergy of AI and Social Media for Hotels and Restaurants

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

Wednesday, September 25, 2024
9:00 AM – 10:30 AM
Culhane’s Irish Pub Southside
9720 Deer Lake Ct. Jacksonville, FL

Join the FRLA Northeast Chapter on September 25th as we dive into Synergy of AI and Social Media for Hotels and Restaurants! This event will provide valuable insights into how AI can enhance customer experience, optimize operations, and drive social media engagement, specifically tailored for hotels and restaurants. You will gain practical knowledge on leveraging AI to elevate your business.

  • Introduction to the relevance of AI in the industry.
  • How to communicate with AI
  • Common easy to use AI Tools you can use to supplement marketing efforts (and some not so common)
  • How the integration of AI with your marketing can enhance guest experiences, streamline operations, and boost marketing efforts.

Founded by passionate foodies Grace and Rachel, Social Beans Creative Agency specializes in providing full-scale social media management services for restaurants and hospitality businesses. After meeting in college at the University of North Florida both majoring in Communications, they became besties and the rest was history. Their love for food and the hospitality community continues to thrive through their ability to set clients apart on social media through intentional storytelling, engaging content, and conversion to sales. They are currently serving over 12 local businesses across Northeast Florida in an ever-changing landscape of technology.

Event Cost:

FREE

Register Now!

**SOLD OUT** Collier Chapter – Hoffmann-FRLA Annual Golf Classic

This event has SOLD OUT! Thank you for your support!!

 

Hoffmann-FRLA 4th Annual Golf Classic

October 29, 2024

Hammock Bay

Swing for Scholarships: Supporting the Future of Hospitality

Join us on Tuesday, October 29, 2024, at the prestigious Hammock Bay Golf Club in Naples, Florida, for a day of golf, fun, and giving back at the Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association’s (FRLA) 4th Annual Scholarship Golf Tournament!

Experience the thrill of team scramble golf across 18 holes and exclusive access to the stunning Hammock Bay Golf Course. Take part in exciting contests, with the chance to win cash and other incredible prizes. Savor the array of delicious food samples from local hotels and restaurants. And to round off a perfect day, enjoy a post-tournament reception in the clubhouse.

Exciting Prizes and Games!

Get ready for some thrilling action with our exciting games and prizes! Try your luck at our $10,000 Hole-In-One Contest or take a shot at two other Hole-In-One Prize Contests on the par-3s. Test your power in the Long Drive Contest or test your precision in the Closest-To-The-Pin Contest. Hone your skills on the practice green with our Putting Contest.

Our ticketed prize drawings are just $5 each or scoop the pot for $20 with an arm-length. Join our 50/50 raffle for the same rates. We also offer individual mulligans for just $5 each or get five for $20. And for the ultimate advantage, tee off from the 150-yard marker on the hole 5 par 5 with our Tiger Tees, at a cost of $100 per foursome. So why wait? Get your advantage and get on the green!

Your Registration Includes:

  • 18 holes of golf with cart
  • Event t-shirt
  • Food samples throughout the course
  • Post-tournament reception
  • One shot at each contest

Why Participate?

Your participation helps fund scholarships for promising hotel and restaurant students, ensuring a bright future for the hospitality industry in Florida.

Join us in making a difference while enjoying a fantastic day of golf at one of Florida’s premier courses!

Florida Restaurant & Lodging Association (FRLA) is committed to supporting the next generation of hospitality professionals.

 

Registration:

Titanium Sponsor: $5,000

Foursome: $800

(4 Players in any combination of men and/or women)

Platinum Sponsor: $4,000

Gold Sponsor: $2,500

 

**POSTPONED** Lee Chapter – Lee County Schools Taco Cook-off

**EVENT POSTPONED**

Due to the impending threat of Hurricane Milton, the Lee County Schools Taco Cook-off has been POSTPONED. We look forward to providing more details once a new date has been announced. 

A Taco Challenge for a Cause!

 

The Taco Cook-off is BACK on October 10, 2024. Lee County culinary students will put their taco skills to the test. You don’t want to miss this excitingly delicious event! Taco ‘Bout FUN!

 

Wednesday, October 10, 2024
5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Shangri-La Springs

Join the FRLA Lee Chapter for the 2024 Taco Cook-off between local Lee County High School 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 “Champion” or “Fan Favorite” of the Taco Take Down! In addition to great food, there will be music, raffles, and auction items. 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.

Non-alcoholic drinks will be included in the ticket price. Cash bar will be available for attendees 21 and over.

TICKETS:

• Individual General Admission Ticket: $35
• Parent/Immediate Family of Culinary Student: $15

• VIP Individual Ticket: $65
Includes: Early entrance into event 30 minutes prior, receive wristband at check-in that includes two adult beverages and unlimited on-alcoholic beverages. No waiting in regular line.

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES:
School Sponsor: $750
Title Sponsor: $2,500

 

Purchase Tickets!

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

**CANCELLED** Pinellas – 4th Annual Bowling Tournament

Due to the ongoing challenges presented by Hurricane Helene and Milton,  the 4th Annual Bowling Tournament has been Cancelled and will be rescheduled in 2025. 

**If you registered a team, Dannette Lynch will be in contact.**

Join the FRLA Pinellas Chapter for the 4th Annual Bowling Tournament on November 6th at Liberty Lanes! 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! 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. It’s time to eat, drink, and strike up some fun because there’s absolutely no time to “SPARE”!

Bowling Registration Includes:

  • Shoe rental, ball, two games, unlimited soda, and a large pizza for each team
  • One domestic beer per player
  • Awards: 1st and 2nd Place, Team Spirit, and Best Team Attire
  • Raffles throughout the afternoon

Tournament Pricing:
Team of Five: $180
Single Bowler: $50
Spectator: $25

Register Now!

Sponsorship Opportunities:
Tournament Sponsor: $500
Opening welcome at event and reception awards ceremony, display signage with corporate logo, plus five tournament bowlers

Lane Sponsor: $350
LED display signage at sponsored lane and signage with corporate logo, plus one team of five tournament bowlers

Raffle item donations are appreciated!

**NEW DATE** EscaRosa – Meet & Greet! After Hours Happy Hour!

Join us for our new date on October 4, 2024! 

Join the FRLA EscaRosa Chapter on October 4, 2024 at O’Riley’s Irish Pub Downtown for a Meet & Greet Happy Hour! Mix and mingle with industry leaders and expand your network. September 15 – October 15, 2024, is Hispanic Heritage Month and we are excited to celebrate with light bites and happy hour. Register today for this FREE event!

Event Details: 

October 4, 2024
5:30  – 7:00 PM CDT
O’Riley’s Irish Pub Downtown
321 S. Palafox St., Pensacola, FL 32502

Event Cost: 

FREE!

Register Now!

 

 

Bay Chapter – Hospitality Meet & Greet

Join the FRLA Bay Chapter on September 23, 2024 for a Hospitality Meet & Greet at Gulf Coast State College – Charles Hilton Center! This event will showcase both the Florida Restaurant & Lodging Association (FRLA) as well as the Hospitality Program at Gulf Coast State College! Network with local businesses, destination marketing organizations, hoteliers, restaurateurs, and vendors!

Did you know September 15 – October 15, 2024, is Hispanic Heritage Month?! Come enjoy a live DJ and rhythm dancers in celebration! There will be food, beverages, guest speakers and more! Please bring your business card.

Event Details:
Monday, September 23, 2024
6:00 – 9:00 PM CDT
Gulf Coast State College (Charles Hilton Building)

Event Cost: 
FREE

Register Now!

Deadline to Register: 9/22/2024