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SUMMARY:Suncoast - Luncheon with FRLA Chairman Nick Sarra
DESCRIPTION:– SIGNATURE EVENT –\n  \n14th Annual Luncheon with the Chairman\nTuesday\, October 14\, 2025\n11:30 AM – 1:30 PM\nThe Ritz-Carlton Sarasota – Cad’Zan Room\n  \nThe Suncoast Chapter is thrilled to announce the esteemed 2025 FRLA State Chairman\, Nick Sarra\, as the keynote speaker at this year’s annual Chairman’s luncheon. Nick Sarra is Partner & Chief Executive Officer for Saltwater Restaurants Inc.\, which includes nine iconic high-volume restaurants with 1\,000 employees across the Florida panhandle\, as well as a sizable beachfront shopping and dining venue. This is a unique opportunity to hear from Nick as he shares his inspiring journey in the industry\, delving into his core business philosophies and the significance of cultivating a positive work culture. Furthermore\, he will emphasize the crucial role of community engagement and political involvement in shaping our industry’s future. \nThe 2025 FRLA Restaurateur of the Year and a Sarasota local\, Mike Quillen\, will also be in attendance and receive special recognition during our luncheon. We invite you to join us for this exciting and enriching event\, where you can gain valuable insights and connect with fellow professionals who share a passion for excellence in our field. \n  \nEvent Program: \n11:30 AM Registration \n12:00 PM Lunch\n12:30 PM Presentation \nEvent Cost: \nMember: $55\nFuture Member: $65\nReserved Table of 8: $420 \nRegister Now! \n(Registration Deadline: 10/10/25) \n  \nSponsorship Opportunities: \nLuncheon Sponsor – $600\nIncludes opportunity to welcome guests\, recognition\, signage with corporate logo and reserved table of 4 \nAV Sponsor – $300\nIncludes recognition opportunity on large screen\, signage with corporate logo and 2 attendee tickets \nShowcase Sponsor – $200\nIncludes signage with corporate logo\, table to display products\, and 1 attendee ticket\n  \n \n  \n 
URL:https://frla.org/event/suncoast-luncheon-with-frla-chairman-nick-sarra/
LOCATION:The Ritz-Carlton\, Sarasota\, 1111 Ritz Carlton Dr\, Sarasota\, FL\, 34236
CATEGORIES:Suncoast
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ORGANIZER;CN="Dannette Lynch":MAILTO:dannette@frla.org
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SUMMARY:Broward - October Hospitality Connect
DESCRIPTION:Join the FRLA Broward Chapter for an evening of networking\, light bites\, and fresh ideas on October 15\, 2025\, at the Marriott Fort Lauderdale Airport at Dania Pointe! Whether you’re looking to build connections or gain insights\, Hospitality Connect is the go-to gathering to stay inspired and plugged into the region’s thriving hospitality community. Members and future members are welcome to attend! \nEvent Details: \nWednesday\, October 15\, 2025\n5:30 – 7:30 PM\nMarriott Fort Lauderdale Airport at Dania Pointe | 166 N Compass Way\nMembers: $20\nFuture Members: $40 \nBrand Visibility Opportunity: \nFRLA Broward Members Only \nTabletop: $150 \nIncludes (1) admission. \nPurchase a tabletop to display products\, feature signage\, share samples\, & get your logo spotlighted in our event email blast. Limited spots available – reserve yours today! \n  \nRegister Now!\nSpace is limited! Must register!
URL:https://frla.org/event/broward-october-hospitality-connect/
LOCATION:Marriott Fort Lauderdale Airport\, 166 N Compass Way\, Dania Beach\, 33004\, United States
CATEGORIES:Broward
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rozeta Mahboubi":MAILTO:rmahboubi@frla.org
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SUMMARY:EscaRosa - Smart AI-Driven Solutions for Hospitality
DESCRIPTION:Smart AI-Driven Solutions for Hospitality with FastPulseAI\nRunning a restaurant has become more challenging than ever—missed calls\, negative reviews\, staff shortages\, rising costs\, and more. To navigate these obstacles and elevate your operations\, The FRLA EscaRosa Chapter invites you to attend our upcoming seminar\, “Smart AI-Driven Solutions for Hospitality\,” featuring guest speakers Veronika Leal\, Founder of FastPulseAI and author of the upcoming book Clockwork Kitchens (releasing October 10)\, and Donna Rinck\, Founding Law Manager of Rinck Law Office\, PLLC. \nIn this engaging session\, Veronika will discuss how proven AI strategies can transform your restaurant’s efficiency\, improve customer experience\, and help you stay ahead in a competitive industry. We will also hear from Donna Rinck\, a legal expert in AI governance\, privacy law\, intellectual property\, and legal training. Donna will provide practical insights on AI privacy controls for businesses\, professionals\, and individuals seeking to harness AI’s capabilities while implementing appropriate privacy safeguards. Don’t miss this opportunity to discover innovative strategies that leverage AI to turn challenges into advantages. \nLearn How To:\n– Capture every call and booking with AI voice\n– Turn 1-star reviews into 5-star opportunities\n– Cut costs up to 40% with automation\n– Boost revenue 30% by fixing hidden leaks\n– Build systems that run like clockwork in just 90 days \nEvent Details:\nThursday\, October 16\, 2025\n9:30 – 11:30 AM CT\nSpringHill Suites by Marriott\n8375 Gulf Blvd Navarre\, FL 32566 \nProgram:\n9:30 – 10:00 AM Networking and Light Breakfast\n10:00 – 11:15 AM Presentation \n11:15 – 11:30 AM Q&A \nEvent Cost: FREE \nRegister Now: \nDeadline to Register: October 15\, 2025 \n  \nAbout the Speakers:  \nVeronika Leal is an AI Strategy Consultant with over 25 years transforming organizations from independent restaurants to Fortune 500s across private\, public\, and nonprofit sectors. She holds a Master’s in Technology Management and is a certified PMP and CISM. She’s the author of CLOCKWORK KITCHENS (October 10\, 2025)—the blueprint for restaurants that run themselves. \nDonna Rinck is a licensed attorney in Florida and North Carolina. She is the founding manager of Rinck Law Office\, PLLC\, and also serves as a Fractional General Counsel for an AI Development Company. In both roles\, she focuses on technology law\, AI governance and risk assessments\, AI literacy\, and privacy compliance. \n  \nLight Breakfast Sponsored by:  \n \n  \n 
URL:https://frla.org/event/escarosa-smart-ai-driven-solutions/
LOCATION:SpringHill Suites by Marriott\, 8375 Gulf Blvd\, Navarre\, 32566\, United States
CATEGORIES:EscaRosa
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ORGANIZER;CN="Marissa Bonham":MAILTO:mbonham@frla.org
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