Northwest Chapter - Rooftop Reception featuring Nashville Artists
2025-04-25 17:30 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | The Henderson Beach Resort & Spa, 200 Henderson Resort Way, Destin, FL, 32541, United States
Join the FRLA Northwest Chapter for an unforgettable rooftop event! We are thrilled to invite you to an exhilarating evening of networking and entertainment at the stunning Henderson Beach Resort Rooftop Bar on April 25, 2025.
Experience the perfect blend of industry connection, live music, and breathtaking ocean views as you sip on a signature cocktail and soak in the refreshing beach breeze. Get ready to be serenaded by the incredible talents of Nashville singer-songwriters Bridgette Tatum, Aaron Barker, Ronnie Bowman, Jason Byrd, Clint Daniels, and Austin Moody! Their captivating performances will make this a night to remember! This is a fantastic opportunity to connect with fellow industry professionals and enjoy a beautiful evening under the stars!
Attendees will have the chance to win TWO TICKETS to the Gulf Coast Jam in Panama City!
Event Pricing:
$30 – Members
$37 – Non-members
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Registration Deadline: April 23, 2025

Broward - Hospitality Connect: Networking Mixer
2025-04-16 17:30 - 19:30 | The Easton Rooftop Pool & Lounge, 721 N Federal Hwy, Fort Lauderdale, 33304, United States
Join the FRLA Broward Chapter on April 16th at The Easton Rooftop! Mix and mingle with top hospitality leaders while enjoying an evening with gorgeous views. Don’t miss this chance to expand your network and build new opportunities! Bring your business cards and prepare for a productive evening connecting with colleagues in the industry.
Event Pricing:
$20 – Members
$40 – Future Members
Brand Visibility Opportunity:
Purchase a tabletop to display products, signage or offer samples, & logo email blast.
$150 – Tabletop
(* Price includes (1) admission. FRLA Broward Members Only)
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Space is Limited!

Lee Chapter - April Luncheon
2025-04-16 11:00 - 12:30 | Lee County School District Offices, 2855 Colonial Blvd., Fort Myers, FL, 33966, United States
Join the FRLA Lee Chapter on April 16, 2025, for an informative luncheon! Network with industry leaders and learn more about the Florida ProStart program. We will have an Italian-inspired cuisine prepared by Lee County High School ProStart students at the Lee County School District Main Office – Caloosahatchee Room. Don’t miss this great opportunity to connect and expand your network while learning about the district-wide achievements and impact of the Florida ProStart program.
Event Schedule:
11:00 AM – Doors Open
11:00 – 11:30 AM – Networking
11:30 AM – Program and Lunch Served
12:30 PM – Conclusion
Event Pricing:
$30 – Members
$40 – Nonmembers
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Registration Deadline: April 10, 2025

Miami-Dade - Spring Hospitality Mixer
2025-04-09 17:30 - 19:15 | JW Marriott Brickell | Drake’s, 1109 Brickell Avenue, Miami, 33131, United States
Join the FRLA Miami-Dade Chapter on April 9th for the Spring Hospitality Mix & Mingle! Enjoy light bites and cocktails at the elegant Drake’s in JW Marriott Brickell from 5:30 – 7:15 PM. Bring your business cards for a chance to win door prizes!
Tickets:
$25 – FRLA Members
$40 – Non-Member Guests
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Treasure Coast - Hospitality Networking Event
2025-04-09 17:00 - 19:00 | Conchy Joe’s Seafood, 3945 NE Indian River Drive, Jensen Beach, 34957, United States
Happy Hour & Buffet featuring a Pig Roast!
Join the FRLA Treasure Coast Chapter for Hospitality Networking Event on April 9th at Conchy Joe’s Seafood! Enjoy an evening of networking, delicious food, and great company. This is your chance to connect with other professionals in the hospitality industry, share ideas, and build valuable relationships. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to expand your network and have a fantastic time.
Please bring your business card for two free drinks (beer/wine) & hors d’oeuvres!
Event Details:
Wednesday, April 9th, 2025
5:00-7:00 p.m.
Conchy Joe’s
3945 NE Indian River Drive Jensen Beach, FL 34957
Event Pricing:
FRLA Members: $25
Future Members: $35
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Advanced Registration is required! Deadline: April 4, 2025

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Central Florida Member Event with Don Fox
2025-04-08 11:30 - 13:00 | Paylocity Offices, 615 Crescent Executive Court Suite 300, Lake Mary, 32746, United States
Join the FRLA Central Florida Chapter for an engaging session with Don Fox, a seasoned restaurant industry leader with 50 years of experience. Beginning his career at Burger King in R&D and field operations, Don later took the reins at Firehouse Subs, where he led the brand’s growth to over 1,250 locations across North America. Known for his dedication to industry advancement, he has served on the National Restaurant Association Board since 2013 and is past chairman of the Florida Restaurant & Lodging Association.
Event Details:
Tuesday, April 8, 2025
11:30 – 12:00 Registration & Networking
12:00 – 1:00 Lunch & Keynote
Paylocity Offices
615 Crescent Executive Court Suite 300 • Lake Mary, FL 32746

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*Waitlist Only* Northeast - Women in Hospitality Panel Discussion
2025-04-02 09:00 - 10:30 | Holiday Inn Express & Suites Jacksonville SE – Med Ctr Area, 4791 Windsor Commons Court, Jacksonville, United States
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Join the FRLA Northeast Chapter on April 2, 2025 for an engaging panel discussion featuring women in hospitality! Our panelists will share their experiences in the hospitality industry, discuss challenges, and explore opportunities for women in the restaurant and lodging business.
Panel topics will include:

Breaking barriers: Overcoming challenges as women in hospitality.
Leadership and innovation in industry.
The future of hospitality: Emerging trends and opportunities for women.

Panelist include:
Moderator: Kate Strickland, WANDER Media

Barbara Bredehoeft, B The Bakery (former owner of Biscotti’s and bb’s)
Jennifer Earnest, Chef’s Garden
Kim Evans, AON Hospitality
Brittany Lagassee, Residence Inn by Marriott Jacksonville -Mayo Clinic Area

Event Details:
Wednesday, April 2, 2025
9:00 – 10:30 AM
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Jacksonville SE – Med Ctr Area
4791 Windsor Commons Court
Jacksonville, FL

Palm Beach - Hospitality Networking Social
2025-03-20 17:00 - 19:00 | Eau Palm Beach Resort, 100 South Ocean Blvd, Manalapan, FL, 33462, United States
Join FRLA Palm Beach on March 20th at the beautiful Eau Palm Beach Resort & Spa! What better way to spend the first day of spring than networking with industry leaders while enjoying light bites and refreshing drinks!
Register today and join us! Please be sure to bring your business card for two free drinks and hors d’oeuvres.
Event Details:
Thursday, March 20, 2025
5:00 – 7:00 PM
Eau Palm Beach
100 South Ocean Blvd. Manalapan, FL 33462
Event Pricing:
FRLA Members – $20
Future Members – $30
Register Now!
Advanced Registration Required! Registration Deadline: March 14, 2025.

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Central Florida - Annual Golf Tournament
2025-02-28 07:30 - 15:00 | Mission Resort El Campeon, 10400 County Road 48, Howey-in-the-Hills, 34737, United States
FRLA Central Florida Annual Golf Tournament!
Friday, February 28, 2025
Mission Resort + Club
10400 FL-48, Howey-In-The-Hills, FL 34737
Play El Campeón and experience one of Florida’s most challenging and historic courses. Known for its rolling fairways, stunning elevation changes, and beautiful lakeside views, El Campeón promises an unforgettable round that blends skill, scenery, and tradition.
Schedule of Events:
7:30 AM – 8:30 AM Breakfast & Registration
8:45 AM Shotgun Start
2:00 PM Lunch & Awards
Player Prices:
Single Player – $300
Foursome – $1200
Become a Sponsor!
Golf Cart Sponsor – $2,500
Breakfast Sponsor – $1,500
Lunch Sponsor – $4,500
Hole Sponsor Serving Alcohol – $500
Hole Sponsor Serving Food – $500
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Broward - Inaugural ROSE Awards
2025-02-27 | The Diplomat Beach Resort, 3555 S Ocean Dr, Hollywood, FL, 33019, United States
FRLA Broward Presents:
The Inaugural ROSE Awards
• February 27, 2025 •
The Diplomat Beach Resort

The ROSE (Recognition of Service Excellence) Awards recognizes front line hospitality employees who demonstrate excellent customer service. These industry champions showcase the region’s commitment to creating an extraordinary visitor experience. Join the FRLA Broward Chapter for the Inaugural ROSE Awards Ceremony taking place on February 27, 2025 at The Diplomat Beach Resort.

Nominations are Closed! Purchase your Tickets Today!

Thursday, February 27, 2025
The Diplomat Beach Resort
3555 S. Ocean Drive Hollywood, FL 33019

Member Pricing:
$165 / Person
$1200 / Table of 8
Future Member Pricing:
$195 / Person
$1500 / Table of 8

Click Here to Purchase Tickets or a Table

Sponsorship Opportunities:
TITLE SPONSOR
$10,000 (Company name in title plus a table sponsor)
PRESENTING
$5,000 (Video/Slide, Custom Eblast, social media, 4 tixs)
GOLD SPONSORS
$2,500 (program recog, Custom Eblast, social media, 2 tixs)
SILVER SPONSORS
$1,000 (logo in invites, program recognition, 1tix)
BRONZE SPONSORS
$500 (logo in invites, program recognition)

To become a member or SPONSOR, contact FRLA Broward Regional Director Rozeta Mahboubi at 954-270-5814 or rmahboubi@frla.org

Northwest - 2025 Hospitality Heroes Awards
2025-02-26 18:00 - 21:00 | The Henderson Beach Resort & Spa, 200 Henderson Resort Way, Destin, FL, 32541, United States
The Northwest Florida Chapter of the FRLA recognizes the best of the
best in our industry each year with the Hospitality Hero Awards.
Category nominees are honored at a prestigious banquet with a
spectacular dinner, ceremony, and cash prizes.
Categories include:
Restaurant FOH Employee • Restaurant BOH Employee
Restaurant FOH Manager • Culinary Manager • Bartender
Hotel/Resort FOH Employee • Hotel/Resort BOH Employee
Hotel/Resort Manager • Spirit of Hospitality • And More
Wednesday, February 26, 2025
6:00 PM Welcome Reception | 7:00 PM Dinner & Awards
The Henderson Beach Resort
200 Henderson Resort Way Destin, FL
Tickets:
Individual Ticket: $70/ Tables of 10: $650
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Suncoast - Annual Legislative Breakfast
2025-02-21 07:30 - 09:30 | Anna Maria Oyster Bar – UTC, 5405 University Pkwy, Unit 110, Sarasota, 34201, United States
We invite you to engage with the FRLA Suncoast Chapter at the 2025 Legislative Breakfast, where you will have the invaluable opportunity to meet, interact and hear directly from our local legislators in the Florida House and Senate. As we approach what promises to be an unprecedented legislative session, the atmosphere is already charged with anticipation and urgency. The recent calling of two Special Sessions reflects the pressing nature of the issues at hand, particularly the spotlight on immigration that resonates both at the State and National levels, alongside a myriad of local concerns. This is the opportunity to ask the questions you wanted answered. Register today and join FRLA Suncoast on February 21, 2025!
Event Details:
Friday, February 21, 2025
7:30 AM – Registration, Coffee & Breakfast
8:00 – 9:30 AM – Panel Discussion
Anna Maria Oyster Bar – UTC
5405 University Pkwy, Unit 110 Bradenton, FL
Event is FREE to Attend
This event has limited capacity and will not take walk-ins. Advanced registration is required!
Register Now!
Must RSVP by 2.21.25 | 7AM ET

Palm Beach - Hospitality Networking Social
2025-02-20 17:00 - 19:00 | Palm House, 160 Royal Palm Way, Palm Beach, 33480, United States
Enjoy the NEW Palm House with the FRLA Palm Beach Chapter on February 20, 2025! Join us for a hospitality networking event surrounded by gorgeous views, great conversations, and delicious bites and drinks. Register today to reserve your spot and try your luck at some raffle prizes!
Bring your business card for two free drinks & hors d’oeuvres!
Event Details:
Thursday, February 20, 2025
5:00 – 7:00 PM
Palm House
160 Royal Palm Way Palm Beach, FL 33480
Event Pricing:
$20 – FRLA Members
$30 – Future FRLA Members
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Advanced registration is required! Register by February 14, 2025!
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**SOLD OUT** Northeast - 16th Annual ROSE Awards
2025-02-18 17:30 - 20:30 | Renaissance Resort at World Golf Village, 500 S Legacy Trail, St Augustine, FL, United States
This event has SOLD OUT! We look forward to celebrating on February 18, 2025!

16th Annual Northeast ROSE Awards
• February 18, 2025 •
Renaissance Resort at World Golf Village

Join us for the 16th year of celebrating front line staff, February 18, 2025 at the Renaissance Resort at World Golf Village. The ROSE (Recognition of Service Excellence) Awards recognizes Northeast Florida front line hospitality employees who demonstrate excellent customer service. These industry champions showcase the region’s commitment to creating an extraordinary visitor experience.

Tuesday, February 18, 2025
Renaissance Resort at World Golf Village
500 S. Legacy Trail St. Augustine, FL 32092
5:30 – 6:15 PM Registration/Cocktail Hour
6:15 – 8:30 PM Dinner/Award Program
Dress: Business/Cocktail
Member Cost:
$80 / Person
$600 / Table of 8
$65 Previous ROSE Award Winner
Future Member Cost:
$90 / Person
$700 / Table of 8

(This event has sold out! If you have additional questions, please contact Nicole at nchapman@frla.org)

View 2025 Nominees!

INTERESTED IN BECOMING A SPONSOR FOR THE 2025 ROSE AWARDS? LEARN MORE HERE.

Hillsborough - Pizza Palooza
2025-02-18 14:00 - 16:30 | Renaissance Tampa International Plaza, 4200 Jim Walter Boulevard, Tampa, FL, 33607, United States
In “knead” of a little team bonding?
Head to the Hillsborough Chapter’s Pizza Palooza for a deliciously fun and friendly pizza-making competition! Everyone on your team will work together to make pizza dough from scratch, and then creative energy will flow while you choose flavor combinations and ingredients to craft the best pizza pie. The event culminates a friendly competition that calls on each team to hone time management, collaboration, communication, and presentation skills with delicious results.
Event Details:
Tuesday, February 18, 2025
2:00 – 4:30 PM
Renaissance Tampa International Plaza Hotel
(Pelagia Trattoria)
4300 Jim Walter Blvd. Tampa, FL 33607
Event Cost:
Team of Four – $150
Member – $45 per person
Future Member – $50 per person
One drink ticket for wine, beer, or soda and pizza tasting
Sponsorship Opportunities:
Palooza Sponsor: $500
2 event tickets, welcoming at event and corporate signage at an event
Pizza Station Sponsor: $175
2 event tickets, corporate signage at event

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Pinellas - 2025 Toast to The Board
2025-02-11 18:00 - 20:30 | FL
The FRLA Pinellas Chapter cordially invites you to celebrate a remarkable milestone as it ushers in the esteemed 2025 Officers and Board of Directors at this special installation dinner. Equally as important, this special event will recognize the centennial anniversary of the Vinoy and feature noted historians of the property while learning of its evolution from 1925 through today. Join us as we raise a glass to celebrate the Vinoy’s 100th anniversary and toast to a promising and successful 2025 Chapter Board of Directors.
Event Details:
Tuesday, February 11, 2025
6:00 PM – Reception
6:45 PM – Dinner, Presentation, Installation with a Champagne Toast
The Vinoy Resort & Golf Club
501 5th Avenue East St. Petersburg, FL 33701
Event Pricing:
Members: $60 per person
Reception complimentary drink ticket for wine or beer, dinner, and champagne toast.
Non-members: $75 per person
Reception Sponsor: $250
Signage with company logo and two event tickets
Table Sponsor: $485
Reserved seating and table signage for eight
Dinner Sponsor: $500
Welcoming of attendees, signage with company logo and four event tickets
Valet Parking: $10
Discounted valet parking will be available for attendees.

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Deadline: 2/7/25

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