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SUMMARY:Unlock the Power of Music For Your Business While Staying Legally Compliant
DESCRIPTION:BMI presents an engaging\, operator-focused session designed to help restaurant owners and operators confidently navigate music licensing. Learn how background and live music are regulated and how music helps set the right tone in your establishment. \nDiscover smart\, practical strategies to stay compliant while simultaneously maximizing the financial benefits of music in your establishment. This session will provide you with actionable insights that can enhance your customer experience and ultimately boost your revenue. You’ll also have the opportunity to ask questions ensuring you leave with a comprehensive understanding of how to make music work for your business. \nSpeaker: Jessica Frost\, AVP Customer Experience & Engagement\, BMI \nVIEW RECORDING HERE!
URL:https://frla.org/event/unlock-the-power-of-music-for-your-business-while-staying-legally-compliant/
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SUMMARY:Google Posts 101: A Virtual Interactive Workshop
DESCRIPTION:In 2026\, fresh and timely content is the key to staying visible on Search. Whether you’re promoting a live performance\, highlighting a seasonal offer\, or simply sharing what’s happening at your business this weekend\, Google Posts are an effective tool for real-time engagement. \nJoin us for a 30-minute introductory workshop on February 25th 9am PT/ 12pm ET\, where we’ll show you how to use the newly updated Google Posts tool to keep your customers in the loop on timely events\, offers and updates.  \nWhat to expect: \n\nA beginner-friendly breakdown of the Google Posts tool\nBest practices for effective posts\nLive Build: We’ll create and publish a post together in real-time\nPlenty of time for questions during our live Q&A\n\nREGISTER HERE!
URL:https://frla.org/event/googleposts101/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
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SUMMARY:Preparing for Winter 2026–2027 H-2B Visa Petitions (a Pabian Law Webinar)
DESCRIPTION:Attention winter-season hospitality employers! You are invited to join FRLA partner\, Pabian Law\, for their annual H-2B visa planning webinar\, designed to help you prepare for what lies ahead with your winter 2026–2027 H-2B visa petitions. Attorney Keith Pabian will share practical guidance\, timely insights\, and strategic planning tips to help you navigate the H-2B visa process with confidence—particularly in light of increasing demand and the growing likelihood that the H-2B numerical cap will be reached for October 1st start dates. The webinar will also address the impact on the hospitality industry of recent terminations of humanitarian programs\, including Temporary Protected Status (TPS)\, and what these changes may mean for your workforce planning. This webinar is essential for winter-season properties—those busier in the fall\, winter\, and spring than in the summer—who are considering H-2B visas as a staffing solution and want to ensure they are fully prepared for the upcoming season. With work beginning as early as mid-March\, attending this webinar will help you hit the ground running and stay ahead of critical deadlines. \nREGISTER HERE! \n \nIf you have any questions please contact Carly Eglin at carly@pabianlaw.com.  \n 
URL:https://frla.org/event/h2bvisawebinar/
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SUMMARY:ADA Website Compliance
DESCRIPTION:Your website is often the first point of contact and interaction that guests have with your business.  Ensure it is not only welcoming but also accessible to all and meets legal requirements. In this presentation\, we’ll break down what the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requires for websites\, what legal risks noncompliance can create\, why hospitality businesses are increasingly being targeted with lawsuits\, how courts are ruling on website accessibility\, and the steps you can take now to protect your business. \n\nWebinar Recording:  FRLA ADA Compliance Webinar Recording 2025 1.mp4\nPowerPoint Presentation:  ADA Website Compliance Presentation (FRLA) 4925-3255-3318 v.3 (1).pptx\nWebsite Assessment Contact: LIGHTHOUSE WORKS FREE WEBSITE ASSESSMENT\n\n  \nIf you have any questions or would like additional support with ADA website compliance\, please feel free to reach out. \n\nKeith Hesse: khesse@shuffieldlowman.com\nMegan Nowicki: mnowicki@shuffieldlowman.com
URL:https://frla.org/event/ada-website-compliance/
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SUMMARY:Hemp in Hospitality: Navigating Risk\, Regulation & Insurance for CBD-Infused Food & Drinks
DESCRIPTION:  \nAs CBD and hemp-infused products make their way onto menus and behind bars\, hospitality operators face unique challenges and opportunities. From infused cocktails and wellness menus to retail offerings\, understanding risk management and compliance implications is critical. \nThis session shares information on: \n\n Current laws and regulations impacting CBD and hemp in food & beverage\n Potential legislation on hemp-infused products\n Insight from the hemp beverage industry\n Insurance gaps and liabilities for offering hemp infused products\n How to properly cover your business for hemp-infused offerings\n Risk management best practices and compliance tips\n What insurers are looking for before issuing coverage\n\nFeatured Speakers: \n\nSamantha Padgett\, VP Government Relations & General Counsel\, FRLA\nZachary Alger\, Adult Beverage Brand Manager\, Champion Brands\nScott Selix\, Co-Founder & General Counsel\, Climbing Kites\nTony Davenport\, President\, Florida Hospitality Risk Advisors\n\nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER!\n \nIf you have any questions please contact Ashley Jackson at ajackson@frla.org. 
URL:https://frla.org/event/hempinhospitality/
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SUMMARY:The Importance of Music in Restaurants\, and How to Get It Right
DESCRIPTION:Ambiance is an important part of the overall guest experience\, and music is a foundational element of ambiance. Does the music in your establishments reflect your brand image? Does it enhance the guest experience or detract from it? How does it impact your employees and their work experience? How do you know if your music is compliant with copyright laws? Having music is not enough-It is important to get it right\, and keep it legal. DIRECTV & BMI will share some tips\, best practices\, and also clarify what music licenses are needed\, and when. \nCLICK HERE TO VIEW RECORDING!\n 
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