The Florida Restaurant & Lodging Association Inc

Membership: as of 12/31/24, frla had 700 lodging members, 4,808 restaurant members (affiliated property/franchises approximately 399), and allied members who provide goods and services to hospitality industry, totaling 877. Various training and educational kits and guides are provided to their members. Frla continues to promote the hospitality industry through member services.

Government relations: this function serves as the industry's watch dog for federal, state, and local taxes, ordinances and the like. During florida's legislative session, members are engaged in the process through conference calls, teleconference meetings, and weekly e-newsletters. Frla represents their members on the issues of legislative and regulatory affairs and keeps members informed of industry-related issues. This function serves to protect the hopsitality industry.