Hospitality employees face unique workplace safety risks every day, and even one preventable injury can impact your team, operations, and bottom line.
Join FRLA’s endorsed workers’ compensation provider, Zenith Insurance, for a practical two-part webinar series designed specifically for hospitality employers. Learn how to reduce workplace injuries, create a safer work environment, and lower workers’ compensation costs through proven prevention strategies and industry best practices.
Tuesday July 7, 2026 at 9:30 AM
Webinar 1: Preventing Employee Falls and Lowering Workers’ Compensation Costs in Hospitality Workplaces
Slips, trips, and falls remain the #1 workers’ compensation claim in the hospitality industry. Discover common causes, risk factors, and simple steps you can take to prevent injuries and protect your employees.
Tuesday July 21, 2026 at 9:30 AM
Webinar 2: Top Hospitality Employee Injury Trends and Prevention Best Practices
This webinar introduces employers to Best Practices that will help them prevent the most common and costly hospitality employee workplace injuries and lower their company’s workers’ compensation costs.
Webinar attendees will learn:
- The costliest employee injuries by nature of incident
- How to prevent those employee incidents
- Managing workers’ compensation claims that do occur
Whether you’re an owner, general manager, HR professional, or department leader, this series will provide actionable tools you can implement immediately to create a safer workplace and reduce costly claims.
These webinars are presented by Andy Tatum, M.A., ARM, Vice President, Southern Area Safety & Health, Zenith Insurance Company.
Mix, mingle, and make meaningful connections at our June Hospitality Connect!
Join us at Hospitality Connect, where the industry comes alive—bringing together passionate professionals, and innovative thinkers for an evening of meaningful connections and fresh ideas. Whether you’re looking to expand your network, discover new opportunities, or stay ahead of industry trends, this mixer creates the perfect space to engage, collaborate, and grow. Bring your business cards and your best vibe—it’s time to mix, mingle, and make some unforgettable connections.
Event Details:
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
5:30 – 7:30 PM
Riverside Hotel, 620 East Las Olas Blvd. Fort Lauderdale, FL
Event Pricing:
Members: $20
Future Members: $40
Space is limited!
Showcase Your Brand Front & Center!
Purchase a tabletop to display your products, feature signage, share samples, and get your logo spotlighted in our event email blast.
Tabletop $150
* Price includes (1) admission
FRLA Broward Members Only
Limited spots available—reserve yours today!
AI for Hospitality: Practical Tools You Can Use Today
Artificial Intelligence is rapidly transforming how hospitality businesses operate, from marketing and guest engagement to forecasting and operational efficiency. Join the FRLA Northeast Chapter for a practical session designed specifically for restaurant and lodging professionals. This program will showcase real-world AI tools that operators can use immediately to streamline daily operations, enhance marketing efforts, and improve decision-making. Through short demonstrations and industry examples, we will explore how AI can help in your day-to-day tasks. Whether you’re AI-curious or already experimenting with new tools, you’ll leave with practical ideas, recommended platforms, and simple ways to start using AI in your business.
Event Details:
Thursday, June 11
9:00 – 10:30 AM
Aloft Jacksonville Tapestry Park
Event Cost:
FREE
Connect • Collaborate • Celebrate
Join the FRLA Miami-Dade Chapter for an exciting evening of connection and community at our iconic waterfront host, Rusty Pelican Miami. Set against breathtaking skyline views, this high-energy gathering brings together hospitality professionals to network, engage, and enjoy complimentary cocktails and light bites—along with special surprise guest speakers you won’t want to miss.
This celebration also marks the culmination of our Rising Stars of Hospitality Campaign, as we proudly honor the:
- Culinary Instructor of the Year
- Hospitality Instructor of the Year
- High School of the Year
These outstanding educators are shaping the future of our industry, and we are thrilled to recognize their impact with contributions from our chapter.
As a leading voice in hospitality, FRLA Miami-Dade remains committed to supporting education, elevating talent, and strengthening our industry.
Event Details:
Date: May 20, 2026
Time: 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
Location: Rusty Pelican
3201 Rickenbacker Causeway
Key Biscayne, FL 33149
Tickets:
FRLA Members – $25
Non-Member Guests – $40
Registration is required, no walk in’s please.
Don’t miss this unforgettable evening as we connect, collaborate, and celebrate the future of hospitality.
Wednesday, May 27, 2026
9:00 AM or 10:00 AM – Theatre Tour
Networking with refreshments
Tampa Theatre | 711 N. Franklin Street, Tampa, FL
(Parking: 717 parking lot across from the box office. Street parking is also available)
FRLA’s Hillsborough Chapter presents an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at Tampa Theatre’s most ambitious restoration project to date! As the historic theatre prepares for its centennial celebration in October 2026, members are invited to tour the building during its transformative 7-month restoration, a true once-in-a-lifetime experience. See the renovation of an existing space to be dedicated to a brand-new education wing, dressing rooms, a new elevator, updated stage rigging, and much more, all designed to restore the theatre to its original splendor. Tours last approximately one hour and include a complimentary drink, popcorn, and candy. Each guest will receive a commemorative hard hard to keep! Please note that close-toe shoes are required and all participants must sign a waiver upon entry.
There are two times to choose from when registering:
First Tour: 9:00 – 9:45 AM
Second Tour: 10:00 – 10:45 AM
(Select the time of your choice on the Eventbrite registration link)
Hard Hat Tour Cost:
Member entry: $20
Limited participation! Sign up today!
Registration Deadline: May 25, 2026
Join FRLA Palm Beach at the Hospitality Networking Social on September 17, 2026, at the Four Seasons Resort Palm Beach!
Ready to make some great connections? Don’t miss the FRLA Palm Beach Networking Event! It’s the perfect chance to meet awesome professionals, share ideas, and grow your network in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere. Don’t miss out on the fun and the opportunity to expand your circle right here in Palm Beach. Come say hi and let’s get connected!
Raffle prizes, happy hour, and hors d’oeuvres! Please bring your business card for two free drinks and hors d’oeuvres!
Event Details:
Thursday, September 17th, 2026
5:00-7:00 p.m.
Four Seasons Resort Palm Beach
2800 S. Ocean Blvd.
Palm Beach, FL 33480
Event Tickets:
FRLA Members: $25
Future Members: $35
Advanced Registration Required!
Registration Deadline: September 4, 2026
Sponsored By:
Join Tampa Bay hospitality leaders for the second series of 2026 Hospitality Forward: Solving Hospitality’s Generational Puzzle!
Wednesday, June 24, 2026
8:30 – 10:30 AM
Renaissance Tampa International Plaza Hotel
4200 Jim Walter Blvd. Tampa, FL
Hospitality Forward 2026 – Meeting #2
In an industry built entirely on human connection, today’s hospitality leaders face an unprecedented internal puzzle: managing up to four generations under one roof. From shifting expectations around workplace culture to implementing technology that bridges communication gaps, the modern hospitality industry requires an entirely new leadership playbook.
Join us for the next installment of our Hospitality Forward series as we unpack the strategies needed to inspire, retain, and lead a multi-generational workforce.
Whether you are managing front-of-house staff, corporate teams, or multi-unit operations, you will walk away with actionable insights on building a resilient team culture, navigating operational shifts, and applying leadership principles that translate across generations.
Space is limited at this venue—secure your seat today to join the conversation shaping the future of Tampa Bay hospitality.
Event Highlights
- Featured Keynote: Hear from Don Fox, former CEO of Firehouse Subs, as he shares powerful leadership lessons drawn from nearly 50 years of navigating industry evolutions, scaling brands, and managing shifting workforce dynamics.
- Local Leaders Panel: Learn real-world, on-the-ground strategies for bridging communication gaps, adopting operational technology, and driving retention from:
- Heather Condelusi, VP Commercial Strategy & Performance, ARK Hospitality
- Jeanette De Sousa, Corporate Director of HR, Mainsail Lodging & Development
- Dr. Karni Chagal-Feferkorn, Assoc. Professor, USF Bellini College of AI, Cyber & Computing
- Industry Networking: Connect with local owners, operators, and executives over coffee and light breakfast before and after the program.
Event Registration:
$40 (Breakfast Included)
Join the FRLA Broward Chapter as we celebrate education in hospitality, presenting student scholarships and teacher awards in support of Hospitality, Tourism and Culinary programs. For over a decade, our annual fundraisers and events have been instrumental in providing scholarships, curriculum, textbooks, supplies and much more. This year we continue to offer our scholarship dollars to college and university levels of culinary and hospitality students. We believe this will accelerate aspiring graduates to step into the industry in Broward County.
Event Details:
Monday, May 4, 2026
8:30 – 10:00 AM
Renaissance Fort Lauderdale West Hotel
1230 S. Pine Island Road, Plantation, FL
Event Tickets:
Members: $55
Future Members: $75
Sponsorships Are Available!
Elevate your brand visibility, promote your business while supporting future industry leader or simply recruit students who strive to become future industry employees, managers, and owners.
Presenting Sponsor: $5,000
Scholarship Sponsor: $2,000
Teacher Award Sponsor: $1,000
Bronze Sponsor: $500
Join us for the 2nd Annual Taste & Toast Gulf Coast — a flavorful celebration of food, drink, and hospitality that benefits our FRLA Suncoast Chapter Education Initiatives!
Saturday, May 2, 2026
Palmetto Marriott Resort & Spa
5:00 PM – VIP; 6:00 PM General Admission
Enjoy an unforgettable day of premier food & drink:
• Tastings from top chefs & local eateries
• 20+ wines, brews, cocktails & mocktails
• Kentucky Derby bourbon tasting and live watch party
• Live entertainment, culinary & beverage awards, and exciting demos!
Community and professional judging!
Event Pricing:
$95 General Admission
$150 VIP
$1,000 Table of 8
Celebrate National Travel & Tourism Week with FRLA Volusia Chapter!
Tourism fuels Florida’s economy and drives our hospitality industry. Hear from regional tourism leaders about visitor trends, marketing strategies, and how your business can align with local campaigns to attract more guests in 2026. Learn how to connect with tourism agencies, leverage resources, and capitalize on the momentum to keep your hotels, restaurants, and attractions thriving.
Panelists:
Cyrus Callum – Daytona Beach International Airport
Lori Campbell Baker – Daytona Beach Area Convention & Visitors Bureau
Lynn Flanders – Ocean Center
Georgia Turner – West Volusia Tourism Visitor Center
Debbie Meihls – Visit NSB
Janet Kersey – Daytona Beach Regional Chamber
Matt Reinhart – Volusia County
Brenna Dacks – Visit Florida
Event Details:
Monday, May 4, 2026
Hard Rock Hotel Daytona Beach
918 N Atlantic Avenue Daytona Beach, FL 32118
Event Schedule:
8:00 AM – Breakfast
9:00 AM – 10:30AM Program
Tickets:
Individual Tickets: $45
Tables: $350
