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Pinellas – 5th Annual ROSE Awards
Sandpearl Resort 500 Mandaly Ave, Clearwater Beach, FLThe 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
Treasure Coast – Hospitality Networking Event
Cobb's Landing 200 N Indian River Drive, Fort Pierce, FL, United StatesThursday, September 12, 2024 5:00 - 7:00 PM Cobb's Landing 200 N. Indian River Drive Fort Pierce, FL Join the FRLA Treasure Coast Chapter for the September Hospitality Networking Event at Cobb's Landing! Mix and mingle with top hospitality leaders while enjoying Happy Hour and Hors d'oeuvres. This laid-back networking event is the perfect opportunity Read More
Suncoast – 2nd Annual ROSE Awards
Palmetto Marriott Resort & Spa 600 US-41, Palmetto, United StatesThe 2nd Annual Suncoast ROSE Awards • September 12, 2024 • Palmetto Marriott Resort & Spa| 6:00 PM EST The Second Annual FRLA Suncoast ROSE Awards will take place on September 12, 2024 at the Palmetto Marriott Resort & Spa! ROSE (Recognition of Service Excellence) Awards recognizes the very best front line and service individuals Read More
Northeast – Qualities of a Leader
Aloft Jacksonville Tapestry Park 4812 Deer Lake Dr W, Jacksonville, FL, United StatesJoin the FRLA Northeast Chapter for our annual Qualities of a Leader discussion. Don't miss this inspiring presentation on September 17, 2024 at Aloft Jacksonville Tapestry Park! Each year the Northeast Chapter hosts this intimate discussion with a leader in the hospitality industry to learn about their steps to success and have a chance to Read More
Lee Chapter – 2024 Golf Classic
The Dunes Golf and Tennis Club 949 Sand Castle Rd, Sanibel, FL, United StatesFRLA Lee Chapter 2024 Golf Classic • September 20, 2024 • 8:00 AM Player Check-in | 9:00 AM Shotgun Start The Dunes Golf and Tennis Club 949 Sand Castle Road Sanibel, FL Join the FRLA Lee Chapter for the 2024 Golf Classic! Enjoy a day of golf at the beautiful Dunes Golf and Tennis Read More
Broward – 4th Annual Reverse Hotel & Restaurant Showcase
Marriott Fort Lauderdale Airport 166 N Compass Way, Dania Beach, United StatesJoin the FRLA Broward Chapter for the 4th Annual Reverse Hotel & Restaurant Showcase on September 23, 2024. This event features a hospitality business exchange and networking expo to support the hospitality community. Hotels and restaurants will benefit from meeting companies with valuable products and services. FRLA allied members will meet one-on-one with hotel and Read More
Bay Chapter – Hospitality Meet & Greet
Gulf Coast State College Charles Hilton Center for Advanced Technology & Hospitality Management 5230 West Highway 98, Panama City, FL, United StatesJoin the FRLA Bay Chapter on September 23, 2024 for a Hospitality Meet & Greet at Gulf Coast State College - Charles Hilton Center! This event will showcase both the Florida Restaurant & Lodging Association (FRLA) as well as the Hospitality Program at Gulf Coast State College! Network with local businesses, destination marketing organizations, hoteliers, Read More
Northeast – The Synergy of AI and Social Media for Hotels and Restaurants
Culhane's Irish Pub Southside 9720 Deer Lake Ct., Jacksonville, United StatesThe Synergy of AI and Social Media for Hotels and Restaurants Presented by: Grace Stoyshich and Rachel Harris, Social Beans Creative Agency Wednesday, September 25, 2024 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM Culhane's Irish Pub Southside 9720 Deer Lake Ct. Jacksonville, FL Join the FRLA Northeast Chapter on September 25th as we dive into Synergy of Read More
*SOLD OUT* 6th Annual David A. Burke Golf Invitational- Palm Beach
Breakers West 937 Dickens Place, West Palm Beach, FL, United StatesTHIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT! THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT! ENJOY A DAY OF GOLF IN SUPPORT OF FLORIDA’S HOSPITALITY INDUSTRY September 26, 2024 Breakers West Country Club 1550 Flagler Parkway, West Palm Beach, FL 33411 Registration & Breakfast 8 AM | Shotgun 9 AM Tournament sells out every year - Space is limited. Read More
Hillsborough – Inaugural ROSE Awards
Renaissance Tampa International Plaza 4200 Jim Walter Boulevard, Tampa, FL, United StatesThe 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
**NEW DATE** EscaRosa – Meet & Greet! After Hours Happy Hour!
O'Riley's Irish Pub Downtown 321 S. Palafox Street, Pensacola, United StatesJoin us for our new date on October 4, 2024! Join the FRLA EscaRosa Chapter on October 4, 2024 at O'Riley's Irish Pub Downtown for a Meet & Greet Happy Hour! Mix and mingle with industry leaders and expand your network. September 15 - October 15, 2024, is Hispanic Heritage Month and we are excited to Read More
**POSTPONED** Monroe – FRLA Monroe Welcomes DBPR Secretary Melanie Griffin
Casa Marina Resort 1500 Reynolds St, Key West, FL, United StatesDue to the ongoing statewide recovery efforts following Hurricane Helene, Secretary Griffin's visit has been postponed for a later date. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and look forward to sharing more details on the rescheduled date soon. Thank you for your continued support of Florida's hospitality industry! Join the FRLA Monroe Chapter Read More
**POSTPONED** Lee Chapter – Lee County Schools Taco Cook-off
Shangri-La Springs 27750 Old 41 Road, Bonita Springs, FL, United States**EVENT POSTPONED** Due to the impending threat of Hurricane Milton, the Lee County Schools Taco Cook-off has been POSTPONED. We look forward to providing more details once a new date has been announced. A Taco Challenge for a Cause! The Taco Cook-off is BACK on October 10, 2024. Lee County culinary students will put Read More
Miami-Dade – 8th Annual Golf Invitational
The Biltmore Hotel 1210 Anastasia Ave, Coral Gables , FL, United StatesFLRA Miami-Dade 8th Annual Golf Invitational⛳ Monday, October 14, 2024 11:30 AM - 4:30 PM The Biltmore Hotel Golf Course 1200 Anastasia Avenue, Coral Gables, FL 33134 Join hospitality industry leaders for a fun-filled day of golf and networking at the iconic Biltmore Hotel golf course. Enjoy a full gourmet lunch, fabulous player gifts, Miami’s Read More
Palm Beach – Hospitality Networking Social
The Jupiter Grill 149 Soundings Avenue, Jupiter, United StatesWednesday, October 16, 2024 5:00 - 7:00 PM The Jupiter Grill 149 Soundings Ave. Jupiter, FL Join the FRLA Palm Beach Chapter for the October Hospitality Networking Social at The Jupiter Grill! Mix and mingle with top hospitality leaders while enjoying Happy Hour & Hors d'oeuvres. Enjoy an evening of delicious bites against the beautiful Read More
Broward – October Networking Mixer & More!
The Easton Rooftop Pool & Lounge 721 N Federal Hwy, Fort Lauderdale, United StatesJoin the FRLA Broward Chapter on October 16th for a Networking Mixer! Mix and mingle with top hospitality leaders on the Easton Rooftop at the Courtyard by Marriott Fort Lauderdale Downtown. Bring your business cards and prepare for a productive evening of networking. Members and future members are welcome to attend! Event Details: Wednesday, October Read More
*VIRTUAL* Northeast – Amendment 3 and Our Industry: Virtual Discussion on the Impact of Recreational Marijuana Legalization
VirtualAmendment 3 and Our Industry: Virtual Discussion on the Impact of Recreational Marijuana Legalization Monday, October 21, 2024 | 2:00 PM 💻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 Read More
FDA RETAIL FOOD PROTECTION SEMINAR
Doubletree by Hilton Hotel Jacksonville Riverfront 1201 Riverplace Boulevard, Jacksonville, FL, United StatesThe Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR), Florida Department of Health (FDOH), and Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) are pleased to join efforts and host the FDA Retail Food Protection Seminar in beautiful Jacksonville, Florida. The Seminar will be held on October 23-25, 2024 at the Doubletree by Hilton Hotel Jacksonville Riverfront. Room rates are $139 nightly for attendees, and $107 nightly for FDA Staff. Retail Food Program Managers, Standardization Officers, regulators, academia, and industry are encouraged to attend to learn about current and emerging food safety initiatives and network.
Central Florida – October Member Event
The Celeste Hotel 4105 North Alafaya Trail, Orlando, United StatesBringing People Together by Automating Tasks That Keep Them Apart Tuesday, October 29, 2024 9:15 – 10:00 AM: Registration and Networking 10:00 – 11:00 AM: Robot Demonstration The Celeste Hotel 4105 N Alafaya Trail, Orlando Register Now! Are you interested in learning more about robotics in the hospitality industry? Join the FRLA Central Florida Chapter on October Read More
**SOLD OUT** Collier Chapter – Hoffmann-FRLA Annual Golf Classic
Hammock Bay Golf and Country Club 1370 Borghese Lane, Naples, FL, United StatesThis event has SOLD OUT! Thank you for your support!! Hoffmann-FRLA 4th Annual Golf Classic October 29, 2024 Hammock Bay Swing for Scholarships: Supporting the Future of Hospitality Join us on Tuesday, October 29, 2024, at the prestigious Hammock Bay Golf Club in Naples, Florida, for a day of golf, fun, and giving back at the 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, FLWhether 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 StatesDue 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
Treasure Coast – 3rd Annual Harvest Dines
Hutchinson Shores Resort & Spa FLJoin the Treasure Coast Chapter for the Third Annual Harvest Dines. Harvest Dines is an education fundraiser to support local students and future employees in the hospitality industry. Students from the Treasure Coast Region along with local chefs will collaborate to create a fabulous experience with 15 food stations featuring fall delights. Area restaurants will 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
**NEW DATE** Suncoast – Inaugural Reverse Hotel & Restaurant Showcase
Hyatt Regency Sarasota 1000 Boulevard of the Arts, Sarasota, FL, USDue to the ongoing Hurricane Helene recovery efforts impacting the Suncoast region, this event (originally scheduled for October 9, 2024) has been postponed to November 13, 2024. We hope you can join us! Turning The Tables on Networking! Monday, November 13, 2024 1:45 PM - 5:30 PM Hyatt Regency Sarasota 1000 Boulevard of the Arts Read More
SuViche’s Secret to Success: Simplifying Tipping and Commissions with TipHaus
Online WebinarJoin us for a 30-minute webinar where Andrei Stern, owner of SuViche Hospitality Group, shares his invaluable insights on how TipHaus has transformed their restaurant operations. Learn how SuViche successfully transitioned from a traditional tip pooling model to a commission-based tipping system, streamlining their processes and maximizing employee satisfaction.
Broward – Networking Mixer & More!
Hilton Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort 505 N. Ft. Lauderdale Beach Blvd., Fort Lauderdale, United StatesHelp us support the John and Elizabeth's Toy Drive this year by donating unwrapped Toys! Let's bring hope and joy to underprivileged children in our Community! Join the FRLA Broward Chapter for an evening of engaging conversations & new connections. Whether you're looking to expand your network or spark new ideas, this is the Read More
Palm Beach – Hospitality Networking Social
The Boca Raton 501 East Camino Real, Boca Raton, FL, United StatesPalm Beach November Hospitality Networking Social Thursday, November 14, 2024 5:00 - 7:00 PM The Boca Raton 501 E. Camino Real Boca Raton, FL 33432 Join the FRLA Palm Beach Chapter for a Hospitality Networking Social at The Boca Raton on November 14, 2024! Mix and mingle with top industry leaders while enjoying Happy Hour Read More