**Please join us for our rescheduled Showcase – December 9, 2024!**
FRLA Pinellas & Hillsborough Annual Reverse Hotel & Restaurant Showcase
Monday, September 30, 2024
December 9, 2024| 2:00 – 5:30 PM
Marriott St. Petersburg Clearwater
12600 Roosevelt Boulevard St. Petersburg, FL
Event Schedule:
2:00 PM – Set-up & Registration
2:30 PM – Showcase! Connect one-on-one (6 minutes per vendor)
4:00 – 5:30 PM – Reception (one drink ticket & appetizers)
The Reverse Showcase is a networking event with a twist! FRLA’s Pinellas and Hillsborough Chapters are turning the tables and giving our Allied members the opportunity to market their services and products directly to the management of hotels and restaurants. Hoteliers and restaurateurs will benefit from meeting companies valuable products and services. Allied members will meet hotel and restaurant leaders and decision makers who want to do business with them.
Benefits of the Reverse Showcase:
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- 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
Who Should Attend?
Hotels/Restaurants:
Owners, General Managers, Directors of Operations, Purchasing or Procurement, and Directors of Marketing or Sales
Allied Members:
Suppliers that provide products and services to hotels, restaurants, tourism, and hospitality partners.
Registration and Sponsorship:
Allied Members: $140 per person
Restaurants/Hotels: $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
Join the FRLA Northeast Chapter for a panel discussion, “Navigating Challenges: Dealing with Difficult Customers in Hospitality”. We are hosting a compelling panel discussion focused on a critical aspect of the hospitality industry: effectively managing difficult customers.
Discussion Highlights:
- Insights into common challenges faced by hospitality professionals in dealing with difficult customers.
- Strategies for effective communication and conflict resolution in customer interactions.
- Empowering frontline staff to confidently address customer complaints and concerns.
- Turning challenging situations into opportunities for service improvement and guest retention.
Panel:
Marty Bekkedal, Legacy Restaurant Group
Jitan Kuverji, Comfort Suites Baymeadows
Carrie Gould, Comfort Inn & Suites Jacksonville-Orange Park
Chad Munsey, Bearded Pig
Moderator:
Scott Wellington, Aloft Tapestry Park, FRLA Educational Committee Chair
Why Attend: Gain practical tips and actionable insights from industry experts to navigate challenging customer interactions and uphold service excellence in the hospitality sector. Network with fellow professionals and participate in an engaging discussion aimed at fostering collaboration and knowledge-sharing. We want to share information to take all this information back to your team.
Event Details:
Date: Thursday, June 27, 2024
Time: 9:00-10:30 a.m.
Location: The Courtyard Jacksonville I-295/East Beltway
9815 Lantern Street Jacksonville, FL 32225
Cost: Free
Space is limited, so we encourage you to RSVP at your earliest convenience. We look forward to your participation in what promises to be a dynamic and informative event.
Join the FRLA Miami-Dade Chapter for an exclusive presentation featuring Florida DBPR Secretary, Melanie Griffin. Melanie will be sharing 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, June 27, 2024
4:00 PM Registration
4:30 PM – 5:30 PM Presentation
5:30 PM – 6:45 PM Networking Reception
THesis Hotel Miami
1350 South Dixie Highway (US#1) Coral Gables, FL 33146
Event Cost:
FRLA MEMBERS: $15
FRLA FUTURE MEMBERS: $20
Advanced Registration Required. No Walk-ins Permitted.
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.
Due to the ongoing recovery efforts following Hurricane Helene, this event has been rescheduled for a later date. We hope you will make plans to join us on December 2, 2024.
**Previous ticket purchases will be honored for the rescheduled date!**
October 7, 2024
Monday, December 2, 2024
1:30 PM Registration & Light Snacks
2:00 – 2:30 PM Presentation
Beachside Hotel & Suites
3901 N Atlantic Avenue, Cocoa Beach, FL 32931
Join the FRLA Space Coast and Volusia 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 COST: $20
Includes networking opportunities and light snacks.
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITY:
Event Sponsor – $200
(Corporate logo on event signage, event website, and printed materials)
On May 10, 2024, tornadoes devastated portions of the Tallahassee community. Our friends at the American Red Cross Capital Area Chapter stepped in immediately following the storm to render aid. Within hours, they opened a reception center for community members to have a safe place to sleep, and in the days following provided more than 550 overnight stays and served over 20,000 meals. We are grateful for the more than 120 Red Cross disaster workers who have helped our community get back on its feet.
We are asking for your help.
June 10 – 14, 2024, participating restaurants can donate a percentage of their daily sales to the American Red Cross Capital Area Chapter in support of their recovery efforts and unprecedented use of resources. YOU can help by signing up your restaurant to participate in Dine for Disaster and by encouraging your family and friends to dine out at one of the participating restaurants. This event will not only support the American Red Cross but will also drive business to our local restaurants!
To sign up your restaurant or to request more information please email Sandi Poreda at [email protected]
We look forward to sharing the list of participating restaurants with you and hope that you will consider supporting this great cause!
**For more information on Dine for Disaster, please contact Sandi Poreda, Chair of the American Red Cross Capital Area Chapter, at (850) 766 – 1906 or email [email protected]**
Join the FRLA Broward Chapter for an evening of networking on June 26, 2024, at the Margaritaville Hollywood Beach Resort! Mix and mingle with top hospitality leaders from our region. Bring your business cards and prepare for a productive evening of networking. Members and future members are welcome to attend!
Event Details:
Wednesday, June 26, 2024
5:30 – 7:30 PM
Margaritaville Hollywood Beach Resort | 1111 N Ocean Drive
Members: $20
Future Members: $40
Sponsorship Opportunities:
FRLA Broward Members Only
Tabletop: $150
Includes (1) admission. Display products or offer samples! Signage and announcements listed throughout the event.
Hosted and Sponsored By:
The FRLA Central Florida Chapter will host Carmen Rodriguez, Senior Investigator with DOL’s Wage and Hour Division for an in-depth seminar addressing labor legislation’s latest updates and compliance issues on July 16, 2024.
Discussion Topics Include:
General Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)
Regulations for Tipped Employees
Calculating Overtime for Tipped Employees
Distinctions Between Tips and Service Charges
Independent Contractor Status
Avoiding Common Violations
This seminar is an opportunity for industry leaders to gain crucial insights and strategies directly from experts. Ensure your business practices align with the latest legal standards to avoid penalties and enhance workplace operations. Register today and join us!
Event Details:
Tuesday, July 16, 2024
8:45 – 9:30 AM: Registration and Networking
9:30 – 10:30 AM: Presentation & Breakfast
Citrus Club | 255 S Orange Ave. 18th Floor, Orlando, FL 32801
Event Cost: $40
Register by July 9, 2024
Join the FRLA Suncoast Chapter for an exclusive presentation featuring Florida DBPR Secretary, Melanie Griffin. Melanie will be sharing 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, July 11, 2024
Pop’s Sunset Grill | 112 Circuit Road Nokomis, FL 34275
8:30 AM – Registration & Breakfast
9:00 AM – Presentation
10:30 AM – Conclusion
EVENT COST: $20
Includes networking opportunities and breakfast.
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITY:
Event Sponsor – $200
(Corporate logo on event signage, event website, and printed materials)
DEADLINE TO REGISTER: July 8, 2024
Join the FRLA Pinellas and Hillsborough Chapters for an exclusive presentation featuring Florida DBPR Secretary, Melanie Griffin. Melanie will be sharing 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:
Tuesday, June 4, 2024
Bahama Breeze | 3045 Rocky Point Drive E Tampa, FL
9:00 AM – Registration & Breakfast
9:30 AM – Presentation
11:00 AM – Conclusion
Event Cost: $20
Includes networking opportunities and breakfast.
Sponsorship Opportunity:
Event Sponsor – $200
(Corporate logo on event signage, event website, and printed materials)
Deadline to register: June 1, 2024
Join FRLA Treasure Coast for a Progressive Happy Hour along Ocean Drive in Vero Beach on June 6th! Two great locations = double the fun! The evening will start at Sailfish Brewing Company and end at The Cellar. Come enjoy happy hour and hors d’ oeuvres with the FRLA Treasure Coast Chapter!
Event Details:
Thursday, June 6th, 2024
5:00-7:00 p.m.
Sailfish Brewing Company Vero Beach & The Cellar
2855 Ocean Drive Vero Beach, FL 34950
Members $25
Future Members $40
Please Bring Your Business Card for two free drinks (beer/wine) & hors d’oeuvres. Registration is required!
Registration deadline: May 30, 2024
For questions call Jodi Cross, 561-410-0035 or [email protected]
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