Suncoast Chapter: John DeJulius Presentation

Gold Coast Eagle Distributing 7051 Wireless Court, Sarasota, FL, United States

Overall customer satisfaction is at 73.6, its lowest point in over 15 years. And since the start of the pandemic, satisfaction has been dropping like a rock. What is behind Read More

12th Annual Luncheon With The Chairwoman

The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota 1111 Ritz Carlton Dr, Sarasota, FL

The Suncoast Chapter of the Florida Restaurant & Lodging Association is pleased to host the 2022 Luncheon with the Chairwoman. You are invited to join us as we present Keynote Read More

Summit-22

Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino - Hollywood, FL 1 Seminole Way, Davie, FL, United States

FRLA’s Summit is back for our 10th annual premier Florida hospitality event. We are thrilled to partner with Results Thru Strategy, a diverse group of entrepreneurial and executive-level hospitality experts, for the fourth year in a row. 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.

Join Florida’s most influential hospitality professionals and top-level executives and expect to see powerful players such as Coca-Cola, MillerCoors, Marriott, Disney, Firehouse Subs, Sonny’s BBQ, Tony Roma’s, Loews Hotels, The Ritz-Carlton, Wyndham Vacation Rentals, Tijuana Flats, Bloomin’ Brands and many more.

The Restaurant of the Future Is Here

Bryan Glazer Family JCC 522 North Howard Avenue, Tampa, FL, United States

Join the Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association for an event focusing on solutions for labor and supply chain challenges. Meet leading local restauranteurs and Israeli tech entrepreneurs who are taking Read More

Suncoast Chapter: Shoot The Clays

Knight Trail Range 3445 Rustic Rd, Nokomis, FL, United States

RESCHEDULED: December 12, 2022 Ready, aim, network! This popular Suncoast Chapter event had to be rescheduled due to Hurricane Ian…but it is back and will be full of holiday spirit. Read More

Suncoast: Meet Your School Counselors

Hyatt Regency Sarasota 1000 Boulevard of the Arts, Sarasota, FL, US

Join us for a special Meet & Greet With Area Guidance Counselors! The Suncoast Chapter of the Florida Restaurant & Lodging Association’s (FRLA) is holding a special “Meet & Greet” Read More

Suncoast: 2023 Board Installation Dinner

Hyatt Regency Sarasota 1000 Boulevard of the Arts, Sarasota, FL, US

Please join the Suncoast Chapter of the Florida Restaurant & Lodging Association as we welcome in the New Year and our 2023 Board and Officers with a special installation dinner. Read More

Annual Suncoast Chapter Legislative Breakfast

Anna Maria Oyster Bar Landside 6906 14th St W, Bradenton, FL, United States

The Suncoast Chapter of the Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association presents the 2023 Legislative Breakfast with panel discussion. Come hear from your Legislators about the upcoming legislative session, the wins Read More

Suncoast – Special Workforce Culture Event with Andy Masters

Embassy Suites by Hilton Sarasota 202 North Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL, United States

Re-Imagining Your Positive Workforce Culture to Improve Retention, Engagement, and Service Levels Immediately Join FRLA’s Suncoast Chapter and international Author/Speaker Andy Masters in this timely and entertaining program which illustrates Read More

Suncoast – Inaugural ROSE Awards

The Westin Sarasota 100 Marina View Drive, Sarasota, FL, United States

Please join the Florida Restaurant & Lodging Association (FRLA) Suncoast Chapter at the Inaugural ROSE (Recognition of Service Excellence) Awards. This event recognizes front line hospitality employees who demonstrate excellent Read More

Suncoast – 13th Annual Shoot the Clays

Knight Trail Range 3445 Rustic Rd, Nokomis, FL, United States

Join the FRLA Suncoast Chapter for the 13th Annual Shoot the Clays sporting event! This popular event will begin with breakfast and conclude with a luncheon at the range pavilion. 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 Read More

Suncoast – Legislative Revelations from the 2024 Session

Mandeville Beer Garden 428 N Lemon Avenue, Sarasota, United States

Join the FRLA Suncoast Chapter 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 Read More

Suncoast – Annual Legislative Breakfast

Anna Maria Oyster Bar - UTC 5405 University Pkwy, Unit 110, Sarasota, United States

FRLA's Suncoast Chapter presents the 2024 Legislative Breakfast with a panel discussion. Come hear from your legislators about the close of the legislative session, the wins and defeats for our Read More

Suncoast – Leadership Lessons with Andy Masters

Embassy Suites by Hilton Sarasota 202 North Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL, United States

Join FRLA’s Suncoast Chapter for this timely and entertaining program that provides attendees with not only an interactive multi-media experience but also with immediate “take-home” action items to embrace the Read More

Summit

Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino - Hollywood, FL 1 Seminole Way, Davie, FL, United States

FRLA’s Summit is back for our 11th annual premier Florida hospitality event. We are thrilled to partner with Results Thru Strategy, a diverse group of entrepreneurial and executive-level hospitality experts, for the fourth year in a row. 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.

Join Florida’s most influential hospitality professionals and top-level executives and expect to see powerful players such as Coca-Cola, MillerCoors, Marriott, Disney, Firehouse Subs, Sonny’s BBQ, Tony Roma’s, Loews Hotels, The Ritz-Carlton, Wyndham Vacation Rentals, Tijuana Flats, Bloomin’ Brands and many 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.