Event Type: Chapter Events

Space Coast – Annual Bowling Tournament

Join the FRLA Space Coast Chapter for the 10th annual Bowling Tournament at Bowlero Melbourne on June 16, 2026!

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 10th 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”!

Tournament Cost
Team of Five: $225
Single Bowler: $40
Spectator: $25

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!

Register Now!

Deadline to Register: June 12, 2026

Sponsorship Opportunities

Event & Tournament T-Shirt Sponsor: $600
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 item donations are appreciated!

Northeast Florida – 2026 Tourism Outlook

 2026 Tourism Outlook: What’s Ahead for Northeast Florida Tourism

Tourism remains one of Florida’s most powerful economic drivers. Celebrate National Travel & Tourism Week with FRLA at the Northeast Florida Tourism Outlook Panel. Join us on May 7, 2026, and hear from regional tourism leaders on the economic outlook for travel, visitor trends, and the marketing strategies driving leisure, business, and group travel to Northeast Florida in 2026. Learn how visitors are choosing Northeast Florida and what your hospitality business can do to align with current campaigns and initiatives to attract more guests. The discussion will also highlight ways hospitality partners can connect with the local tourism agencies, leverage valuable resources, and capitalize on tourism momentum in the year ahead.

Event Details:

Thursday, May 7, 2026
9:00 AM – 10:30 AM
Delta Hotels by Marriott Jacksonville Deerwood
4700 Salisbury Road
Jacksonville, FL 32256  

Panelists:
• Paul Beirnes, Amelia Island Convention & Visitors Bureau
• Michael Corrigan, Visit Jacksonville
• Susan Phillips, St. Augustine, Ponte Vedra & The Beaches Visitors & Convention Bureau

Moderator:
Brenna Dacks, VISIT FLORIDA

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

For Florida’s hospitality industry, tourism is the lifeblood of our success. Staying ahead of travel trends and understanding where visitors are coming from is key to keeping our hotels, restaurants, and attractions thriving. Come gain valuable insight into the economic and tourism trends shaping our region in 2026 and learn how we can work together to keep Northeast Florida a top destination for visitors. RSVP Today! 

 

FREE to Register. Click Here to Sign Up!

 

Sponsored by:

 

 

 

Treasure Coast – April Hospitality Networking Event

Happy Hour & Hors d’oeuvres!

The FRLA Treasure Coast invites you to our April Hospitality Networking Event at American Icon Brewery on April 23rd! Grab a brew and make a friend or two – this is your chance to meet local professionals, share ideas, and grow your network in a laid-back atmosphere. Don’t miss out on the fun and opportunities — see you there!

Ready to mix, mingle, and make lasting connections with local industry professionals? Register Today!

Event Details: 

Thursday, April 23rd, 2026
5:00-7:00 PM
American Icon Brewery
1133 19th Place
Vero Beach, FL 32960

Members: $25
Future Members: $40

Please Bring Your Business Card for Two Free Drinks (Beer/Wine) & Hors d’oeuvres.

Advanced registration required!

Click Here to Register

Registration Deadline: April 17, 2026

 

Sponsored By:

 

Volusia – Legislative Recap, Hurricane Preparedness, and County Updates

Join the FRLA Volusia Chapter for an informative session featuring industry and public safety leaders on April 1, 2026, at the Daytona Beach Racing & Card Club. The event will include an overview of the 2026 Florida legislative session and key takeaways for industry professionals. We will also hear from local officials on tourism and economic initiatives, hurricane preparedness, and receive insights into the new rip current simulator designed to strengthen ocean safety education. 

Featured Speakers:

  • Samantha Padgett, Vice President of Government Relations and General Counsel, FRLA
  • Matt Reinhart, Vice Chair, Volusia County Council (District 2)
  • Clint Mecham, Director of Emergency Management, Volusia County
  • Randa Matusiak, Director of Public Protection, Volusia County

Don’t miss this opportunity to hear from experts on policy, emergency management, and public safety innovations!

PLUS: 🎉 iPad Giveaway! 1 for $10 or 3 for $20 – Join the FRLA Volusia Chapter by March 27 and receive 1 FREE raffle ticket!

Event Details: 

Wednesday, April 1, 2026
8:00AM-9:00AM Breakfast & Networking
9:00AM-10:00AM Program
Daytona Beach Racing & Card Club
960 S Williamson Ave Daytona Beach, FL

 

RSVP Today!

Palm Beach – Networking Hospitality Social for a Cause

Join the FRLA Palm Beach Chapter for a special evening of networking for a cause! Experience the powerful work Els for Autism is doing and how the hospitality industry can benefit. Expand your network and make connections with top industry leaders from the hospitality community. Please Bring Your Business Card for Two Free Drinks & Hors d’oeuvres. There will be raffle prizes!

Event Details:
Thursday, May 14, 2026
5:00-7:00 p.m.
Els for Autism
18370 Limestone Creek Road
Jupiter, FL 22458

FRLA Members: $25/Future Members $35/Future Members

 

Click Here to Register!

Advanced Registration is required! Registration deadline, Friday, May 8, 2026

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

 

Sponsored by:

Hillsborough & Pinellas – Hospitality Forward Series: Industry Trends & Insights

Hospitality Forward: Industry Trends

Join us for the first meeting series of 2026!

Change is the only constant in the hospitality industry. With guest/patron satisfaction and experience at the core of success, businesses must stay ahead of the trends shaping the industry. The Pinellas & Hillsborough Chapters of the Florida Restaurant & Lodging Association have assembled a distinguished panel of hospitality experts who will explore key hospitality trends and offer insights to provide leaders with informed ideas on people, technology, and processes. We want to help your business not only adapt, but thrive in 2026 and beyond! 

Topics:

  • What was/is working in 2025/2026
  • Status of the market
  • What consumers are drinking 
  • How technology is affecting the industry
  • Generational behavior shifts
  • Operational supply chain health and issues 

Distinguished Industry Panel

  • Daniel Murphy, Division of Marketing & Development, Florida Department of Agriculture
  • Michelle Stencik, Director, Customer Strategic Insights, Coke
  • David Boothe, Vice President, Republic National Distributing Company
  • Jeremy Padilla, Region Vice President, Sysco West Florida
  • Dora Fruman, Head of Client Strategies, Revenue Management Solutions
  • Steve Jaeger, Director of Portfolio, Republic National Distributing Company

Q&A to follow the panel discussion! 

 

Event Details:

Wednesday, March 25, 2026
8:30 AM – Registration
9:00 – 10:30 AM – Industry Panel and Light Breakfast
The Karol Hotel | 2675 Ulmerton Road Clearwater, FL
$40 – Per Meeting 
(or $99 for all 3 meetings)

 

Register Now! 

Registration deadline: 3/24/2026

 

Sponsorship Opportunities:
$150 – Event Sponsor 
(includes corporate signage and two attendees)

 

Hillsborough 9th Annual Sporting Clay Tournament

9th Annual Sporting Clay Tournament

Monday, September 14, 2026
8:45 AM – 1:30 PM
Tampa Bay Sporting Clays
10514 Ehren Cutoff, Lan O’Lakes, FL

Get ready to lock and load for an unforgettable day of fun and networking at the FRLA Hillsborough 9th Annual Sporting Clay Event. Whether you’re a rookie or a sharpshooter, this is your chance to hit the bullseye on building connections and teamwork. Let’s celebrate the industry and shoot for success. Gather your team and get ready – because at this event, we’re not just aiming for targets, we’re aiming for new friendships and opportunities! Ready, Aim, Network!

Schedule of Events:
8:45 – 9:30 AM Breakfast
9:00 AM Registration
9:15 AM Range Safety Briefing
9:45 AM Clay Shoot Begins
12:00 – 1:30 PM – Lunch, Awards, Raffles, & Beverages

 

EVENT REGISTRATION:

Registration includes breakfast and awards luncheon provided by the Renaissance International Plaza Hotel

Team of Four $500 – (4) shooters, ammo, golf cart, and (1) gun per team

Individual Shooter $125 – (1) shooter, ammo, and gun (at shooting station)

Golf Cart $60 – (For individual shooters only) Course is ¾ mile to walk

Players Package $30 – (Purchase online or at check-in) Three raffle tickets and one mulligan

Register Now!

The registration and payment deadline is September 9, 2026, or earlier if the event sells out. Cancellations after the deadline will be invoiced, as guarantees have already been made on your behalf. Payments must be received in advance!

Raffle item donations needed and appreciated!

Sponsorship Opportunities:

Presenting Sponsor: $1,500 – Company recognition on tournament signage, introduction at opening of event and luncheon, prominent logo placement on tournament t-shirt, choice of station to showcase your business and network with shooters, two teams of four and two golf carts.

Tournament T-Shirt Sponsor: $1,000 – Top placement of logo on tournament t-shirt, company recognition on signage display, one team of six and one golf cart.

Breakfast or Luncheon Sponsor: $750 – Welcome participants, company recognition on signage, logo on t-shirt, table display and one team of four.

Awards Celebration Sponsor: $500 each – Address participants, company recognition on signage, logo on t-shirt, table for distribution of materials and one shooter.

Station Sponsor: $150 – Showcase your business at a range station while networking with shooters.

 

Palm Beach – Hospitality Networking Social

Join FRLA Palm Beach for happy hour & Hors d’oeuvres at our June Hospitality Networking Social! Enjoy a fun and relaxed evening, meet amazing people in the industry, exchange ideas, and build connections—all in person. Whether you’re new or a pro, come hang out, share stories, and grow your network over some great conversation. Don’t miss out on making new friends and opportunities!

There will be raffle prizes!  Bring your business card for two free drinks and hors d’oeuvres!

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Event Details: 

Thursday, June 11, 2026
5:00-7:00 p.m.
Voodoo Bayou | 11701 Lake Victoria Gardens Ave. Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410

Event Pricing:

FRLA Members: $25
Future Members: $35

Advanced Registration is required! Registration deadline: Friday, June 5, 2026

 

Register Now! 

 

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

Central Florida – From Google to Generative: The New Era of Customer Discovery

Join the FRLA Central Florida Chapter on April 16th for an informative session on utilizing AI within your hospitality business!

Step into the next era of customer discovery with a high-impact seminar built for Central Florida’s hospitality leaders. This session breaks down how search is shifting from “let me Google that” to AI-generated answers, and what that means for your business visibility, bookings, and brand authority. You will leave with practical strategies you can use now, not theory.

What we will cover:

  • From Google to Generative: Why traditional search is fading and how AI now controls what customers see and choose
  • How AI Sees Florida Hospitality: What generative engines understand (and misunderstand) about your business and how to influence it
  • How to Win at GEO (Generative Engine Optimization): Clear steps to position your brand as the answer, not just an option
  • Real Case Studies with Results: Travel Guide Challenge: Competing for AI visibility in destination content Battle of the Bios: How small wording changes impact AI trust and selection. Hidden Gems Project: How lesser-known venues can outperform big brands in generative results.

 

Event Details: 

Thursday, April 16, 2026
11:30 – 12:00 Registration & Networking
12:00 – 1:00 Lunch & Presentation
Orlando World Center Marriott
8701 World Center Dr, Orlando, FL 32821

Register Now! 

Registration deadline: April 12, 2026

 

Suncoast – 13th Annual Shoot the Clays with FRLA

Join the FRLA Suncoast for the 13th Annual Shoot the Clays with FRLA!

This popular outing will begin with breakfast and conclude with a luncheon at the Range Pavilion. We encourage your support for this annual fundraising event supporting hospitality education. Whether you are a first-time participant or an expert shooter, you will relish this phenomenal networking opportunity & great team building!

Event Details: 
Monday, September 21, 2026
Knight Trail Range
3445 Rustic Road Nokomis, FL

Event Schedule:
8:30 AM Registration and Breakfast
8:45 AM – 9:00 AM Warm Up
9:15 AM Range Safety Briefing 
9:30 AM Start
12:00 – 1:30 PM Following the shoot, stay for lunch under the pavilion at the range, amazing raffle items, awards and beverages!

Registration Includes: lite breakfast, lunch at Range Pavilion, 50 shells, clays, goody bags, and a T-shirt

Team of 4: $400 
Four shooters & Golf Cart

Individual Shooter: $90 
One Shooter

Golf Cart: $40

Players Package: $20 
Two raffle tickets and one mulligan (purchase online or at registration)

Lunch Only Ticket: $15

Rifles available for rental at range

Click Here to Register!

Registration and Payment Deadline: 9/14/26

(or earlier if event sells out. Cancellations after deadline will be invoiced for full amount as guarantees have already been made on your behalf. Payments must be received in advance!)

 

Sponsorship Opportunities: 

Presenting Sponsor: $2,500
Company recognition on tournament signage, introduction at opening of event and luncheon, prominent logo placement on tournament t-shirt, choice of station to showcase your business and network with shooters, two(20) teams of four (4) and one (1) golf cart. 

Tournament T-shirt sponsor: $1,500 
Top placement of logo on tournament t-shirt, company recognition on signage, display and team of four (4) and one (1) golf cart.

Breakfast or Lunch Sponsor: $750 each
Welcome participants, company recognition on signage, logo on t-shirt, table for distribution of materials and one shooter. 

Station Sponsor: $150
Showcase your business at a range station while networking with shooters.