Join FRF
FRF has united retailers and served as The Voice of Florida Retailing for 75 years. There is no other state business association more experienced or qualified to represent Florida's retail industry because no other group has retailers as its priority.
OSHA Hazard Communications
OSHA revised its Hazard Communication Standard (HCS) to align with the United Nations’ Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals (GHS) and published it in the Federal Register. This online course fulfills the OSHA requirements.
Sunshine Food, Beverage & Fuel Expo
Exciting New RBC Expo! The Retail Beverage Council is partnering with the Florida Petroleum Marketers & Convenience Store Association to present the 2014 Sunshine Food, Beverage & Fuel Expo, Florida’s premier convention and trade show, August 23-26 at the Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek! The event is open to all in Florida’s alcohol beverage industry. Join us for this exciting new trade show!
Law Enforcement Officer of the Year Award
This year marks the 41st anniversary of the Florida Retail Federation (FRF) Law Enforcement Officer of the Year awards program. We are pleased to continue this tradition and are currently seeking nominations for the annual Law Enforcement
Officer of the Year Award (LEOY). The deadline to nominate officers for consideration is Wednesday, August 20, 2014.
Back to School Sales Tax Holiday
If you sell clothing, footwear, certain accessories or certain school supplies in the State of Florida, the upcoming Sales Tax Holiday may impact your business. The three-day tax holiday is in effect from Friday, August 1 through Sunday, August 3, 2014.
Fall Meeting
Registration is open for the FRF 2014 Fall Meeting! Great speakers, informative meetings, many networking opportunities and much more!
Retailer of the Year Award
From providing jobs to philanthropic support, retailers are vital to the communities they serve. Begun in 1999, the annual Retailer of the Year Award pays tribute to an outstanding retailer who demonstrates sound business practices and commitment to his or her employees, customers and communities. Thank you for your nominations!
2014 Legislative Wrap-Up
Sine die! The 2014 Legislative Session has come to a close. We've summarized the issues and outcomes important to retailers in the 2014 Legislative Wrap-Up.
2014 State of Florida Retailing Report
This report is dedicated to the many leaders who have helped create and shape the Florida Retail Federation, and to those who are steering its future.
Main Street Fairness
The Florida Alliance for Main Street Fairness believes in standing up for businesses, consumers and taxpayers by closing the Internet Sales Tax Loophole. We’re a coalition of business and civic leaders. Our job is to educate private citizens, small businesses and elected officials about the costs and consequences of a massive sales tax loophole that’s allowing out-of-state internet giants to prey on Florida’s Main Street merchants.
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The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is drafting new regulations for tobacco products, including electronic cigarettes, pipe tobacco and cigars.
We encourage you to read the comments submitted today by the U.S. Petroleum Marketers Association of America. If you would like to add your own comments on the FDA Proposed Rule before the August 8 deadline, you can do so using this link - CLICK HERE
Florida Administrative Register
Retailers ready for expanded back-to-school sales tax holiday August 1-3
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- Retail Beverage
- Sustainability Council
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- Workforce
Represents all sectors of the cosmetology industry, including schools, salons, manufacturers and distributors.
Represents Florida's grocery industry and keeps its members aware of legislative and regulatory issues and events affecting their industry.
Members of the Retail Beverage Council include major national retailers along with many independent retailers of all sizes.
The Florida Retail Federation Sustainability Council is comprised of Florida retailers that have identified environmental and sustainability issues as an important factor in the operation of their companies.
Represents members whose target market is primarily out-of-state tourism and in-state vacationers.
Works with the Retail Centers at both Florida State University and the University of Florida to ensure curricula properly prepares students for professional careers in the retail industry and reviews additional professional education and development programs.
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