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​​Pennsylvania
Restaurant
& ​Lodging
Association

Pennsylvania Restaurant &  Lodging Association

Education

Connect and advance the Pennsylvania hospitality industry through community involvement, educational programming, and career development initiatives.

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Operators

PRLA does the research for you to help you find solutions for a healthy bottom line.

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Employees

PRLA offers training, career development, and programs for you.

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Advocacy

PRLA is in your corner protecting you from legislative and regulatory issues that could affect the way you do business.

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Pennsylvania Restaurant &  Lodging Association | Staffing, Certifications and more

​​What We Do

PRLA helps you solve problems in your business. Whether it’s ​staffing, certifications, a regulatory issue or more, PRLA is here to help you find a ​solution quickly and easily.

​​Upcoming Events

Dec. 2026 & Jan. 2027

Chapter Holiday Socials & Installations

The holidays are a great time to reconnect with industry colleagues and strengthen ties across Pennsylvania’s hospitality community. Join your local PRLA chapter for a holiday social and welcome the incoming 2027 chapter boards. Explore upcoming events and make plans to join us!

Feb. 22-23, 2027

PRLA Winter Leadership Meeting

PRLA’s volunteer leaders will gather at Hershey Lodge for a day of strategic discussions focused on association priorities, chapter initiatives, and opportunities for the year ahead. The meeting also includes a fundraising dinner benefiting the PRLA Educational Foundation.

Feb. 23, 2027

13th Annual PA ProStart Student Invitational

The next generation of hospitality talent takes center stage as students from across Pennsylvania compete in culinary, management, and cake decorating challenges. Discover how you can support these future industry leaders and help make the competition a success!

Become a member

PRLA helps you solve problems in your business. Whether it’s ​staffing, certifications, a regulatory issue or more, PRLA is here to help you find a ​solution quickly and easily.

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Membership Has Benefits

Resources for Hospitality Businesses, Vendors, Sponsors, Students. Membership is for Everyone!