Florida Restaurant & Lodging Association (FRLA)

HospitalityFlorida, United States501-1000 Employees

The Florida Restaurant & Lodging Association (FRLA) is a non-profit trade association serving Florida’s hospitality sector, with a focus on protecting, educating, and promoting the state’s hospitality industry. It supports a membership that includes independent hoteliers and restaurateurs, national franchises, theme parks, and suppliers, aiming to safeguard member interests through legislative advocacy and regulatory guidance. The organization provides training in compliance and food safety through SafeStaff and its subsidiary RCS Training, and it operates an Educational Foundation that develops industry-focused career programs for high school students across the state. Based in Tallahassee, FRLA emphasizes a broad ecosystem within hospitality, spanning policy work, workforce development, and professional training to bolster a sector valued at trillions in broader economic impact and employing a large workforce.

FRLA positions itself within Florida’s hospitality landscape as a leading industry association with a statewide reach and a long history, tracing its origins to 1946 and its evolution through a 2006 merger. It serves a diverse membership of both independent operators and larger hospitality entities, aligning with efforts to advance industry standards and education. Recent activity includes regional leadership appointments and engagement in education-focused events, underscoring ongoing initiatives to strengthen the pipeline of hospitality professionals and enhance industry knowledge across Florida.

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