2022 Pinellas Holiday Party

Clear Sky on Cleveland 418 Cleveland Street, Clearwater, FL, United States

Please join FRLA’s Pinellas Chapter for a festive event to kick off the holidays at Clear Sky on Cleveland. Raise your glass for the holidays as you enjoy the ambiance at this Global Bistro located in Clearwater’s historical Cleveland Street District. This special event will be a reception with tantalizing appetizers and networking with a Read More

Pinellas Toast to the Board

Bilmar Beach Resort 10650 Gulf Boulevard, Treasure Island, FL, United States

Please join the Pinellas Chapter of the Florida Restaurant & Lodging Association as we welcome in the new year and our 2023 Board with a special reception and dinner at the beautiful Bilmar Beach Resort. Join us as we raise our glass to a successful 2023! Register Now! Event Details: 6:30 pm: Reception 7:00 pm: Read More

Pinellas and Hillsborough- Special Workforce Culture Event with Andy Masters

The Karol Hotel 2675 Ulmerton Road, Clearwater, FL, United States

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

Pinellas & Hillsborough – First Annual Reverse Hotel & Restaurant Showcase

Marriott St. Petersburg Clearwater 12600 Roosevelt Blvd, St. Petersburg, FL, United States

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

Pinellas Sizzling Summer Networking Mixer

JW Marriott Clearwater Beach Resort & Spa 691 S Gulfview Boulevard, Clearwater Beach, FL, United States

Join the Florida Restaurant & Lodging Association’s Pinellas Chapter for a networking mixer on July 27th in the Pallavi Ballroom at the JW Marriott Clearwater Beach Resort & Spa! Relax, network and engage at the new beautiful JW Marriott Clearwater Beach where blue skies meet powdery sand and crystal clear water. This sizzling summer networking Read More

**SOLD OUT** Pinellas – 24th Annual Hospitality Golf Classic

Innisbrook Golf Resort 36750 US Hwy 19 N, Palm Harbor, FL, United States

**SOLD OUT!** FRLA Pinellas 24th Annual Hospitality Golf Classic August 07, 2023 7:00 AM Registration | 8:00 AM Shotgun Start Innisbrook Golf & Spa Resort 36750 US Highway 19 N Palm Harbor, FL 34684 Chip in for Hospitality at FRLA Pinellas Chapter’s legendary 24th Annual Hospitality Golf Classic, played on the famed Copperhead Course at Read More

Pinellas – 4th Annual ROSE Awards

Sandpearl Resort 500 Mandaly Ave, Clearwater Beach, FL

Please join the Florida Restaurant & Lodging Association (FRLA) Pinellas Chapter at the ROSE (Recognition of Service Excellence) Awards as we recognize frontline hospitality employees who demonstrate excellent customer service. These industry champions showcase the region’s commitment to creating an extraordinary guest experience! This program recognizes the very best frontline and service individuals (excluding managers) Read More

Pinellas – Meet Your CVB Team

Bascom's Chop House 3665 Ulmerton Road, Clearwater, FL, United States

Join the FRLA Pinellas Chapter on November 3rd for a meet-and-greet luncheon with the newest members of the Visit St. Pete/Clearwater Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB) team! The team will provide a deep dive into their roles at the CVB, how they impact the local hospitality industry, as well as potential avenues of revenue for Read More

Florida Hotel Conference

Renaissance Tampa International Plaza 4200 Jim Walter Boulevard, Tampa, FL, United States

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

Pinellas – Mix, Mingle, & Give Back

Seabreeze Island Grill 17855 Gulf Boulevard, Redington Shores, United States

Join the FRLA Pinellas Chapter as we mix, mingle, and give back for the holidays. Enjoy the beautiful beach weather and stunning sunset views at the Seabreeze Island Grill on Redington Beach. This holiday season we are giving back and asking that attendees who wish to support teenage children in need bring a $20.00 gift Read More

Pinellas – 2024 Officers and Board Installation

Bilmar Beach Resort 10650 Gulf Boulevard, Treasure Island, FL, United States

Join us for a special Polynesian evening as the Chapter installs the 2024 Officers & Board of Directors of the Florida Restaurant & Lodging Association’s Pinellas Chapter. Why Polynesian? Their relevance to the beauty of the sea (Gulf of Mexico in this instance) is a reflection that is similar to what this Chapter and its Read More

Hillsborough & Pinellas – Legislative Revelations from the 2024 Session

Renaissance Tampa International Plaza 4200 Jim Walter Boulevard, Tampa, FL, United States

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

Pinellas Chapter – 2024 Hot Topics: Employment Law Seminar

St. Petersburg Marriott Clearwater 12600 Roosevelt Blvd, St. Petersburg, FL, United States

Hot Topics in 2024 Employment Law Seminar brings together business owners, human resource professionals, managers, and corporate counsel to discuss the hottest labor and employment topics impacting your business. Hospitality employers face many employment law challenges in 2024. Some involve brand-new employment laws, while others involve recurring issues with existing laws. This session will break Read More

Pinellas & Hillsborough – Leadership Lessons with Andy Masters

The Karol Hotel 2675 Ulmerton Road, Clearwater, FL, United States

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

Pinellas/Hillsborough – Breakfast with Florida DBPR Secretary Melanie Griffin

Bahama Breeze Island Grille 8849 International Dr, Orlando, FL, United States

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

**New Date** Pinellas – 25th Annual Hospitality Golf Classic

Innisbrook Golf Resort 36750 US Hwy 19 N, Palm Harbor, FL, United States

**Hurricane Debby** The 25th Annual Hospitality Golf Classic is rescheduled for August 12, 2024.    25th Annual Hospitality Golf Classic August 5, 2024 Innisbrook Golf Resort 7:00 AM Registration | 8:00 AM Shotgun Start VIEW INVITATION Join the FRLA Pinellas Chapter for an unforgettable day at the 25th Annual Hospitality Golf Classic! This tournament will Read More

Pinellas – 5th Annual ROSE Awards

Sandpearl Resort 500 Mandaly Ave, Clearwater Beach, FL

The 5th Annual Pinellas ROSE Awards!  • September 4, 2024 • Sandpearl Resort The illustrious 5th Annual R.O.S.E awards will celebrate the remarkable efforts of front line Hospitality professionals who consistently exceed expectations in delivering exceptional service. These individuals truly epitomize the unwavering commitment of the region to curate unforgettable experiences for each and every Read More

Amendment 3 Webinar: The Impact of Recreational Marijuana Legalization

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

The Florida Restaurant Show

Orange County Convention Center Orlando, FL

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.

**CANCELLED** Pinellas – 4th Annual Bowling Tournament

Liberty Lanes 11401 Starkey Road, Largo, FL, United States

Due to the ongoing challenges presented by Hurricane Helene and Milton,  the 4th Annual Bowling Tournament has been Cancelled and will be rescheduled in 2025.  **If you registered a team, Dannette Lynch will be in contact.** Join the FRLA Pinellas Chapter for the 4th Annual Bowling Tournament on November 6th at Liberty Lanes! Let's Strike Read More

Pinellas – OCC Road House Hurricane Helene and Milton Relief Benefit

OCC Roadhouse and Museum 10575 49th Street N., Clearwater, FL, United States

⚡🚨Hurricane Relief Benefit 🚨⚡ November 9, 2024 12:00 PM - 11:00 PM OCC Road House and Museum Join FRLA on November 9, 2024 at the OCC Road House for a Hurricane Relief Benefit supporting FRLA's Disaster Relief Fund! FREE to attend. All proceeds from table sales for this all-day concert and any donations collected will Read More