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EscaRosa - Smart AI-Driven Solutions for Hospitality
2025-10-16 09:30 - 11:30 (America/New_York) | SpringHill Suites by Marriott, 8375 Gulf Blvd, Navarre, 32566, United States
Smart AI-Driven Solutions for Hospitality with FastPulseAI
Running a restaurant has become more challenging than ever—missed calls, negative reviews, staff shortages, rising costs, and more. To navigate these obstacles and elevate your operations, The FRLA EscaRosa Chapter invites you to attend our upcoming seminar, “Smart AI-Driven Solutions for Hospitality,” featuring guest speakers Veronika Leal, Founder of FastPulseAI and author of the upcoming book Clockwork Kitchens (releasing October 10), and Donna Rinck, Founding Law Manager of Rinck Law Office, PLLC.
In this engaging session, Veronika will discuss how proven AI strategies can transform your restaurant’s efficiency, improve customer experience, and help you stay ahead in a competitive industry. We will also hear from Donna Rinck, a legal expert in AI governance, privacy law, intellectual property, and legal training. Donna will provide practical insights on AI privacy controls for businesses, professionals, and individuals seeking to harness AI’s capabilities while implementing appropriate privacy safeguards. Don’t miss this opportunity to discover innovative strategies that leverage AI to turn challenges into advantages.
Learn How To:
– Capture every call and booking with AI voice
– Turn 1-star reviews into 5-star opportunities
– Cut costs up to 40% with automation
– Boost revenue 30% by fixing hidden leaks
– Build systems that run like clockwork in just 90 days
Event Details:
Thursday, October 16, 2025
9:30 – 11:30 AM CT
SpringHill Suites by Marriott
8375 Gulf Blvd Navarre, FL 32566
Program:
9:30 – 10:00 AM Networking and Light Breakfast
10:00 – 11:15 AM Presentation
11:15 – 11:30 AM Q&A
Event Cost: FREE
Register Now:
Deadline to Register: October 15, 2025

About the Speakers:
Veronika Leal is an AI Strategy Consultant with over 25 years transforming organizations from independent restaurants to Fortune 500s across private, public, and nonprofit sectors. She holds a Master’s in Technology Management and is a certified PMP and CISM. She’s the author of CLOCKWORK KITCHENS (October 10, 2025)—the blueprint for restaurants that run themselves.
Donna Rinck is a licensed attorney in Florida and North Carolina. She is the founding manager of Rinck Law Office, PLLC, and also serves as a Fractional General Counsel for an AI Development Company. In both roles, she focuses on technology law, AI governance and risk assessments, AI literacy, and privacy compliance.

Light Breakfast Sponsored by:

EscaRosa - Hospitality Appreciation Hour
2026-03-26 17:00 - 18:00 | Alga Beer Company, 2435 N 12th Avenue, Pensacola, 32503, United States
Join the FRLA EscaRosa Chapter for a relaxed hospitality appreciation hour to celebrate the people who keep our industry thriving! Come see how we’ve supported the industry for eight decades. Stick around to enjoy a beer and a slice on us. RSVP and bring a friend!

For 80 years the Florida Restaurant & Lodging Association has worked hard to:

Protect your business through grassroots advocacy
Ensure your voice is heard
Keep harmful regulations off your plate so you can focus on running your business

Celebrate with your FRLA EscaRosa Chapter!

Event Details:
Thursday, March 26, 2026
5:00 – 6:00PM
7:00 PM – Bingo!
Alga Beer Company | 2435 N 12th Ave
Click Here to RSVP

Summit
2026-08-18 - 2026-08-20 | Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino – Hollywood, FL, 1 Seminole Way, Davie, FL, 33314, United States
FRLA’s Summit is back for its 14th annual premier hospitality event, August 18-20, 2026 at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood, FL. Join Florida’s most influential hospitality professionals and top-level executives for this two-day event. Bringing you leading industry trends, best practices, top-notch speakers, and unparalleled networking, we’ve made sure there’s a seat for everyone at our table.
REGISTER TODAY!

NOTE: Early bird pricing is available through June 30th!
Group discounts are available for parties of 8 or more.
Sponsors will be emailed a promo code with further instructions on how to get registered.
For more information please contact Ashley Jackson at ajackson@frla.org.
Meet the 2026 KEYNOTES
Ryan Minton

SPOSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
CLICK HERE TO VIEW SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
ACCOMODATIONS
Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino
1 Seminole Way, Davie, FL 33314
CLICK HERE TO BOOK YOUR ROOM
Room rate: $234/night plus taxes & fees
*Should you have any questions please contact Ashley Gholston, Events & Industry Relations Director, agholston@frla.org.

Property Maps: VIEW HERE
Dinner Reservations:
If you would like to dine on property please call in advance to Customer Care at 954-316-2900 to make reservations at Cipresso Italian, Council Oak Steaks and Seafood, and Kuro Japanese. Please tell the agent that you are with FRLA. Here is a link to available dining options if you would like to preview menus.

MARKETING & ALLIED MEMBER COUNCIL
CLICK HERE to view the Marketing & Allied Member Council. This event would not be possible without the input and guidance from our council. THANK YOU for investing your time and for your continued support of the FRLA! If you have interest in joining the Marketing & Allied Member Council contact Ashley Jackson.
2025 HIGHLIGHT VIDEO

The Florida Restaurant Show
2026-10-25 - 2026-10-27 | Orange County Convention Center, Orlando, FL
INTRODUCING…THE FLORIDA RESTAURANT SHOW!

Whether you’re an independent owner, quick-serve restaurant operator, chef, caterer, baker, bar or nightclub operator, hospital, hotel, or commercial foodservice personnel — join us for 3 days October 25-27, 2026, at the Florida Restaurant Show at the Orange County Convention Center.
Learn about the hottest menu trends, state-of-the-art design and decor, the best in business education within our education programming, and hundreds of the leading vendors and purveyors dedicated to serving the restaurant & foodservice community — all under one roof.
Watch live culinary performances and listen in on discussions about how our chefs came to be. Emerging trends abound on the show floor with hundreds of exhibitors and in our exciting special events. Spark your creative appetite and celebrate your passion for the profession.
Thank you so much to all our partners and supporters!

LEARN MORE HERE

Questions? Contact:

Registration: FRLA restaurant and hotel members receive unlimited free badges, and will need to select the “FRLA Member” option and include their member ID . If you need assistance with registration please contact customer service at PizzaSummitFloridaRestaurant@maritz.com.
Exhibits & Sponsorships: Paul Pedrow at (484) 823-9608, paul@therestaurantevents.com or Joe Carlino joe@therestaurantevents.com
Educational Breakout Sessions: Amy Riemer at 978-502-4895 or amy@riemercommunications.com
