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FRLA Recognizes Volusia County Hospitality Professionals at Inaugural ROSE Awards
More than 150 hospitality professionals and industry leaders gathered at Daytona State College for the first Volusia Chapter ROSE Awards, honoring the people whose dedication and service shape Volusia County's hospitality industry.
Read moreFRLA Recognizes Northwest Florida Hospitality Professionals at Inaugural ROSE Awards
More than 150 hospitality professionals and industry leaders gathered at the Henderson Beach Resort for the first Northwest Florida Chapter ROSE Awards, honoring individuals whose dedication and service shape the region's hospitality industry.
Read moreLawmakers Join Restaurant and Food Leaders to Urge Congress on Work Permits for Long-Term Immigrants
Senators Durbin, Luján and Van Hollen and Rep. Vindman joined the James Beard Foundation, Independent Restaurant Coalition, American Business Immigration Coalition Action and other restaurant and food leaders to call on Congress to pick from the "menu" of work-permit solutions.
Read moreFRLA Statement on the Passing of Julie Hilton
FRLA President & CEO Carol Dover released a statement on the passing of tourism and hospitality champion Julie Hilton.
Read moreNFL Sunday Ticket Available on DIRECTV for Business Through New Agreement with EverPass
DIRECTV for Business is named Preferred National Distributor for all EverPass products and services, including NFL Sunday Ticket for commercial establishments.
Read moreGreater Fort Myers and Sanibel-Captiva Chamber of Commerce Expands Regional Presence with FRLA
The newly combined Greater Fort Myers and Sanibel-Captiva Chamber of Commerce signed a management agreement with FRLA, effective July 1, to serve the region's hospitality businesses.
Read moreFlorida Hospitality Industry Urges Federal Action to Support Employers Following TPS Decision
FRLA joined the National Restaurant Association and 11 other state hospitality associations to share the impacts of terminating Temporary Protected Status and urge federal action to support employers.
Read moreDBPR Issues Industry Bulletin on Operations (Service) Charges
Industry alert: the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation has issued a bulletin on operations (service) charges. Read the full bulletin on frla.org.
Read moreNortheast Florida's Hospitality Stars Shine at 17th Annual ROSE Awards
Approximately 500 people gathered at the Hyatt Regency Jacksonville Riverfront for the sold-out 17th Annual ROSE Awards, honoring the stars of the Northeast Florida hospitality community.
Read moreFRLA Awards Broward Hospitality Workers for Service Excellence
Nearly 250 people gathered at the Diplomat Beach Resort for the second annual FRLA Broward ROSE (Recognition of Service Excellence) Awards, honoring outstanding members of the local hospitality community.
Read moreMore than $2.1 Million in Scholarships Offered for Florida High School Students in Annual Hospitality Competition
Strawberry Crest High School took first place overall as Florida ProStart students competed in Orlando for more than $2.1 million in scholarships.
Read moreForbes Travel Guide Honors Florida Hotels, Restaurants, and Spas as 2026 Star Winners
Congratulations to Florida's 2026 Forbes Travel Guide Star Award winners, including The Boca Raton, the only resort in North and South America to hold quadruple Five-Star status.
Read moreFRLA Endorses Congressman Byron Donalds for Florida Governor
The Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association announced its endorsement of Congressman Byron Donalds for Governor at an event at WC Dover Farm.
Read moreFlorida Tourism Industry Touts the Benefits of Tourism During Florida Tourism Day at the Capitol
FRLA joined the Florida Attractions Association, Florida Association of Museums, Destinations Florida, VISIT FLORIDA and others to promote the value of tourism and tourism promotion during Florida Tourism Day at the Capitol.
Read moreFRLA Announces 2026 Board of Directors Executive Committee
FRLA announced the installation of its 2026 Board of Directors Executive Committee, seasoned leaders with more than 215 years of combined hospitality experience.
Read moreBroward Chapter Recognizes Students and Teachers at Education Breakfast
FRLA's Broward chapter awarded scholarships and honored standout hospitality students and educators.
Read moreRelief for Restaurant Employees Impacted by Hurricane Debby
CORE assists restaurant workers with dependent children affected by the storm.
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