FRLA

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: 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 or, Ashley Gholston at agholston@frla.org.
MEET THE 2026 KEYNOTES
Ryan Minton

AGENDA
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SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
TUESDAY, AUGUST 18TH
5:00PM-7:00PM | Welcome Reception (Sponsored by: TECO)
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 19TH
7:00AM-9:00AM | Sponsor Marketplace Set-up
9:00AM-5:00PM | Registration Open
10:00AM-5:00PM | Breakout Sessions & Keynote Speakers
5:00-7:00 | Sponsor Marketplace Happy Hour
THURSDAY, AUGUST 20TH
8:00AM-9:30AM | Breakfast
8:00AM-10:00AM | Registration Open
8:30AM-1:30PM | Breakout Sessions & Keynote Speakers
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
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ACCOMODATIONS
Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino
1 Seminole Way, Davie, FL 33314
The event room block is now closed. 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

10th Annual FRLA Miami-Dade Legacy Golf Tournament
2026-10-19 08:30 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | The Biltmore Hotel, 1210 Anastasia Ave, Coral Gables , FL, 33134, United States
FRLA Miami-Dade 10th Annual Legacy Golf Tournament⛳
Monday, October 19, 2026
8:30 AM Registration & Breakfast
9:45 AM Shotgun Start
1:30 PM Awards Luncheon
The Biltmore Hotel Golf Course
1200 Anastasia Avenue, Coral Gables, FL 33134
Join the Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association Miami-Dade Chapter for our 10th Annual Legacy Golf Tournament at the iconic Biltmore Hotel and Golf Club! It is a fun-filled day of golf and networking while helping to support local education. This event has gained tremendous excitement and sells out early each year! Sponsorships and Registration are open!

SPONSORSHIPS AND REGISTRATION
All sponsorship payments and logos are due by Friday, August 28, 2026.
For more information about this event and membership, contact Lynne Hernandez at Lhernandez@frla.org or 305.710.3962.

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
