The Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (FRLA) is Florida’s premier non-profit hospitality industry trade association. Founded in 1946 as the Florida Restaurant Association, FRLA merged with the Florida Hotel and Motel Association in 2006. FRLA’s more than 10,000 members include independent hoteliers and restaurateurs, household name franchises, theme parks and suppliers. The association’s mission is to protect, educate and promote Florida’s $111.7 billion hospitality industry which represents 1.4 million employees. Dedicated to safeguarding the needs of the membership, FRLA provides legislative advocacy to ensure the voices of its members are heard and their interests are protected. The association offers regulatory compliance and food safety training through SafeStaff® and FRLA’s subsidiary, RCS Training. The FRLA Educational Foundation provides industry-developed, career-building high school programs throughout the state.

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Florida Restaurant & Lodging Association (FRLA)

Carol Dover

Scott Gaddis

Chip Bone

Victor Konters

Tommy Toth

Samantha Padgett

Ashley Jackson

Ashley Chambers

The Training and Development team at the Florida Restaurant & Lodging Association is responsible for creating and implementing educational programs and training initiatives that enhance the skills and knowledge of hospitality industry professionals. This team focuses on regulatory compliance, food safety training, and career development, providing valuable resources and support to members to ensure excellence in service and adherence to industry standards. Through partnerships with educational institutions, they also promote career-building opportunities for high school students interested in the hospitality field.

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