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Lodging Members receive the full membership benefits of both FRLA and AH&LA

 

DISCOUNTS

 MEMBER-EXCLUSIVE BENEFIT
 

Heartland Payment Systems

Simplified pricing
  Discounts on education and training Up to 50% off many educational materials
Regulatory Compliance Services Up to 25% off of alcohol training
  Florida Restaurant and Lodging Show (3) tickets = $150 savings
  NRA Show (1) ticket = $70 savings
  FishBowl Email Marketing 10% discount
  Infinite Energy Natural Gas lock in rates and savings
  HotSchedules Discounted pricing
  Hcareers job posting 20% discount
  BMI Music Licensing up to 20% off
  AmeriGas Propane rebate
  Office Supplies up to 35% off
  CustomTakeOutBags 15% discount
  Pinnacle Hospitality Systems increase profits by 4-8%

RESOURCES & INFORMATION

  
FR&L magazine member-exclusive news
  Hospitality Hotline & Capital Update weekly eNewsletter
Daily industry news clips  up-to-the minute industry news
Educational Webinars  free training and solutions
Urgent News Alerts  timely legal, legislative and food safety alerts
Access to staff of industry experts  access to political, regulatory and legal team of experts
Email Offers and Savings  member-exclusive savings
Education & Training  state-preferred provider of training

 

 NETWORKING AND EVENTS

  

 

 Three annual Board Meetings  January, June, September
  FRLA Show Gala  September
  Florida Restaurant & Lodging Show  September
  FRLA Wild & Crazy Fishing Tournament  October
  FRLA/NRA Celebrity Golf Tournament  September
  Educational Seminars and Webinars  Dates set throughout the year
  Regional Food and Wine Tastings  Dates set throughout the year
  Local and Regional Chapter Events  Dates set throughout the year
  Roundtable Meetings and Forums  Dates set throughout the year
 

 INSURANCE

  
  Choice Rx Prescription Drug Discount Card  Prescription Drug Cards for Member Employees
   FRLA Insurance Services  Auto, Dental, EPLI, Health, Health Savings, Life, Liquor Liability, Long Term Care Disability
   FHM Insurance Company  Workers Compensations  888-345-3461 ext 402
   Discount HealthCare Benefits  1-800-308-0374
 

 WHAT FRLA MEMBERSHIP MEANS TO FLORIDA'S LODGING INDUSTRY

Legislative Advocacy and Industry Information

  • Power through representation on the local, state and federal level
  • Consistently ranked among the most influential trade associations in Florida
  • Represents the single largest impact on Florida's tax base - 20%
  • Employs over 900,000 Floridians
  • Has an economic impact of $57 Billion

FRLA is fighting for...

  • Legal reform including premises liability
  • Full Repeal of the Alcoholic Beverage Surcharge Tax
  • Moving the public school start date to a later date
  • Ballot initiative reform to prevent such costly proposals as mandated healthcare
  • Repeal of CPI-tied automatic minimum wage increases

FRLA has...

  • Over the past 10 years prevented over $1.2 Billion in taxes, fees and wages to the industry
  • Reduced the alcohol surcharge by 2/3 - currently fighting for full repeal
  • Reduced frivolous lawsuits through tort reform
  • One of the largest Political Action Committees in Florida
  • Made charitable contributions in excess of $1 Million annually.
  • Contributed $3.5 Million in Hurricane Relief from 2004's Dine Out Day.
  • Twice led the nation in its contribution to the National Dine for America in 2005.

FRLA keeps members informed of issues affecting their industry

  • Fax Action and E-mail alerts when immediate grassroots action is needed
  • Timely, detailed information on issues that affect your business.
  • Free legal hotline
  • Free industry publications including Florida Restaurant & Lodging Magazine.
  • Through the Hospitality Hotline - A weekly email newsletter to members

Member Savings

  • Free tickets to the Florida Restaurant & Lodging industry trade show (3) and NRA Show (1).
  • Discounted Insurance: Group, health, life, and supplemental insurance available through the association. 
  • Natural Gas savings through AmeriGas and Infinite Energy.
  • Savings on trash hauling expenses through Waste Reduction Consultants.
  • Discounted POSitouch systems from Pinnacle Hospitality
  • Special Member Pricing on all NRA/FRLA educational products.
  • Savings on HR resources with Traitset.
  • Simplified Pricing for Credit Card Processing through Heartland Payment Systems
  • Discounts on music licensing through BMI

Networking and Involvement

  • Local chapters allow for regional networking and participation
  • Chapter fundraisers and events 
  • Educational meetings- Special guest speakers and educational workshops
  • Board meetings, Golf and Fishing Tournaments, Trade Show, Gala


AH&LA & NRA Affiliated Membership

  • Dual membership in National Restaurant Association.
  • Dual membership in American Hotel and Lodging Association

Education and Training

  • Exclusive member discounts on food safety training materials, course exams and certifications
  • Operates ProStart - the nation's largest foodservice training program preparing high school students for foodservice careers

The Florida Restaurant & Lodging Association (FRLA) is the leading public policy advocate for the Florida lodging and restaurant industries.  Membership eligibility includes independently owned/operated and multi-unit/chain Lodging properties, and includes membership in the American Hotel & Lodging Association.

Regardless if you are a seasoned hotelier or are new to the industry, we have something for you.  Participate in industry events to grow your professional network, take advantage of the AH&LA Educational Institute to become certified in over 40 different hotel positions including lodging's highest designation of Certified Hotel Administrator (CHA), or just tap into FRLA’s discount programs to increase your hotel's bottom-line. 

FRLA ensures the national interests of the Florida's lodging industry are protected and served by its affiliation with the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AH&LA). Representing some 10,000 property members nationwide, accounting for more than 1.4 million guest rooms, AH&LA is headquartered in Washington, D.C. and it provides advocacy on Capitol Hill, public relations and image management, education, research and information, and other services to ensure a positive business climate for the U.S. lodging industry.
 
Join today and receive membership in both associations!
Serving the hospitality industry for nearly a century, AH&LA is the sole national association representing all sectors and stakeholders in the lodging industry. Headquartered in Washington, D.C., AH&LA provides members with national advocacy on Capitol Hill, as well as high-visibility networking events and industry-acclaimed publications. Members also receive discounts from the American Hotel and Lodging Educational Institute (EI), the premier provider of products and services, increasing operational efficiency and delivering bottom line results. For more information visit www.ahla.com.
State and Federal Government Affairs
• Increased State Per Diem allowance and linked future rates to Federal Per Diem increases
• Influence with the Florida Legislature and the state's regulatory agencies
• Grassroots involvement in the political process
• Accomplishment in the areas of licensing, unemployment and municipal regulations
• Audience with Florida Senators and Representatives during the FRLA Legislative Days

• Special meetings to discuss sensitive topics that impact your community
• Accomplishment in the areas of innkeeper's rights, licensing and unemployment issues

Education
• Sales and Marketing, Guest Services and other industry-related workshops
• Complimentary use of the Professional Development/Member Lending Video Library
• AH&LA's Educational Institute® Certification
• Proper food handling and alcohol server training
• CPR and Automated External Defibribillator (AED) Certification

Information & Communication Center
• Member Services Help Desk ready to answer questions regarding employer/employee and operational issues
• Quarterly issue of the Inn-Sider newsletter
• FRLA Online Buyers' Guide
• Special Bulletins informing you of timely health notices, legislative updates and scam alerts
• www.FRLA.org

Florida Restaurant & Lodging Show
• FRLA co-sponsors the huge tradeshow at the Orange County Convention Center, which showcases the latest products and equipment for lodging and restaurant operators

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