The Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (FRLA) has issued a statement supporting Indian American hoteliers following remarks made by Palm Bay City Councilman Chandler Langevin regarding Indian Americans in Florida.
Carol Dover, President and CEO of FRLA, stated: “Recent comments targeting Indian Americans do not reflect the values of our industry or our state. Indian American hoteliers are not only part of Florida’s hospitality story – they are vital to its success, owning and operating nearly 65% of all Florida hotels. Their investment, hard work, and leadership support nearly 460,000 jobs and strengthen communities across our state. We stand united in celebrating their contributions and in rejecting division. Florida’s future is built on respect, opportunity, and shared prosperity.”
The FRLA represents more than 10,000 members from various sectors within the hospitality industry. The association works to protect, educate, and promote the interests of Florida’s hospitality businesses. Its mission includes legislative advocacy as well as regulatory compliance training for food safety through Safe Staff and RCS Training programs. The FRLA Educational Foundation also runs high school career-building initiatives across the state.
