Please join the Hillsborough Chapter of the Florida Restaurant & Lodging Association as we welcome in the new year and our 2023 Board with a special reception and networking event. This special event will highlight Chapter updates for 2023 and feature great networking opportunities at the Tampa Airport Marriott. Join us as we propose a Read More
Re-Imagining Your Positive Workforce Culture to Improve Retention, Engagement, and Service Levels Immediately Join FRLA’s Hillsborough and Pinellas Chapters and international Author/Speaker Andy Masters in this timely and entertaining program which illustrates inexpensive ways to create a positive working environment, while sharing success stories of how other organizations have RE-ENERGIZED their culture in our new Read More
TURNING THE TABLES ON NETWORKING Reverse Hotel & Restaurant Showcase Our 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! They will benefit from Read More
Join the FRLA Hillsborough Chapter and "cash in" at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino while mingling with your industry peers over drinks and appetizers. Take advantage of your winning hand and enjoy a special guided tour of the property. We hope to see you in the Cipresso Restaurant Lounge at the Seminole Hard Read More
Join the FRLA Hillsborough Chapter for the 6th Annual Sporting Clay Shoot. Whether you are a first time participant or an expert shooter, you will relish this phenomenal networking opportunity and great team building event! This event will take place along the secluded and tranquil wooded terrain course. Come enjoy a day of fun! Ready, Read More
The AHLA On The Road event series is FREE and open to all hoteliers. Each state hotel conference provides a dynamic opportunity to connect with the larger hotel community and hear the latest market trends and policy updates impacting hotels from industry leaders and experts. Network with local hoteliers and industry leaders Learn the latest recruitment practices from Read More
Join the FRLA Hillsborough Chapter for an evening of networking and giving back for the holidays. Enjoy Tampa's beautiful weather and stunning sunset views of historic Ybor City at Santo's Drinkeria, the rooftop indoor-outdoor gathering space above Casa Santo Stefano. This holiday season we are giving back and asking that attendees who wish to support Read More
Join the FRLA Hillsborough and Pinellas Chapters for a special event featuring FRLA's VP of Government Relations, Samantha Padgett. Samantha will provide an overview of the 2024 Florida Legislative Session as it relates to the hospitality industry. Samantha Padgett Vice President of Government Relations and General Counsel Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association View Event Flyer Read More
*TICKETS TO THIS EVENT HAVE SOLD OUT!* The Florida Restaurant & Lodging Association’s Hillsborough Chapter is honored to host a luncheon with Tampa Mayor, Jane Castor. Enjoy lunch at one of Tampa’s premier eateries as you hear from the Mayor regarding the future and economic plans for the city. Take the opportunity to engage Read More
Join the FRLA Hillsborough Chapter for a unique one-of-a-kind dinner and wine pairing fundraising event aboard Craft, a vessel designed specifically for Tampa as the City's first dining river cruiser. The evening will feature Stags' Leap Wine & Dinner Pairing. Consisting of 5 tastings of Stags' Leap Collection, paired with a five-course meal prepared by Read More
Join FRLA’s Pinellas & Hillsborough Chapters for this timely and entertaining program that provides not only an interactive multi-media experience but also immediate “take-home” action items to embrace the NEW workforce revolution in today’s challenging work environment. AWARD-WINNING AUTHOR AND LEADERSHIP EXPERT ANDY MASTERS creatively uses the magical imagery of Hollywood to help travel & hospitality Read More
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 Read More
The Inaugural Hillsborough ROSE Awards! October 3, 2024 September 26, 2024 The Renaissance Tampa International Hotel EVENT RESCHEDULED UNTIL THURSDAY, OCTOBER 3rd. In light of the impending approach and uncertainty surrounding Tropical Storm Helene, which is expected to impact the Bay Area on Thursday, we have made the prudent decision to reschedule our event. Read More
Amendment 3 and Our Industry: Virtual Discussion on the Impact of Recreational Marijuana Legalization Tuesday, October 29, 2024 | 2:00 PM ET 💻Virtual: Zoom (See Registration Link Below) Join FRLA for an engaging virtual meeting to explore Amendment 3, which proposes the legalization of recreational marijuana and its potential effects on our industry. With early voting Read More
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 November 8-9, 2023, at the Florida Restaurant & Lodging 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.
FRLA Hillsborough 7th Annual Sporting Clay Event A percentage of the proceeds will benefit hurricane relief efforts! Join the FRLA Hillsborough Chapter on November 18th for the 7th Annual Sporting Clay tournament! Whether you're a rookie or a sharpshooter, this is your chance to hit the bullseye on building connections and teamwork! Our most popular Read More
