09/21/2026
Weβre beyond excited to share that weβve been named the Allied Member of the Year by the Florida Restaurant & Lodging Association in Northwest Florida!
Did you know? The FRLA represents thousands of members across the state! Being recognized by such a fantastic group is truly an honor. We couldnβt have done it without our amazing team!
Congratulations to the winners of the Inaugural FRLA Northwest Florida ROSE Awards! π
πΉ Back of the House β Hotel/Resort: Javier Pocasangre,
Henderson Beach Resort
πΉ Back of the House β Restaurant: Enyer Guedez, Jackacudaβs Seafood & Sushi
πΉ Culinary Service, Chef/Cook β Hotel/Resort: Daniel Peters, Beach Walk CafΓ© / Henderson Park Inn
πΉ Culinary Service, Chef/Cook β Restaurant: Christian Griffith, The Surf Hut
πΉ Event Service β Banquets/Events: Jon Lovett, Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort & Spa
πΉ Front of the House β Hotel/Resort: Josh Bailey, SpringHill Suites Navarre Oceanfront/ Peregrine Hospitality
πΉ Front of the House β Restaurant: Jay Jsames, The Bay
πΉ Front of the House Manager β Restaurant: Jack Martin, McGuireβs Irish Pub of Destin
πΉ Sales/Marketing β Hotel/Resort: Maggie Weaver, Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort & Spa
πΉ Sales/Marketing β Restaurant: Taylor Williams, Dolly Partonβs Pirates Voyage Dinner & Show
πΉ Spirit of Hospitality: Jaxon Mitchell, Emerald Grande at HarborWalk Village
πΉ Veteran Excellence in Hospitality Award: Casey Moser, Chef Jim Shirley Enterprises
πΉ Golden Pineapple Award: Frank Flautt & Fred Alias, Sandcastle Resorts, LLC
πΉ Allied Member of the Year: The Southern Agency
πPRESS RELEASE: https://bit.ly/3T7ZPr8