Why join PRLA?

Not only does membership afford you a number of money-saving benefits, training and networking opportunities, but it also provides you with the piece of mind to know that while you are running your business we are monitoring issues that affect you, your business and your bottom line. ​

​Here's what our members say about why they joined PRLA:

Improve your bottom line.

PRLA offers a broad spectrum of programs and services to help you improve your bottom line, such as discounts on:

• credit card processing
• food safety certification classes and materials
• music licensing fees
• legal services
• office supplies
• employment services

We also offer our members group-buying power through our manufacturer rebate program, as well as workforce development opportunities. 

Knowledge is power and time is money. PRLA's professional team is just a phone call or mouse click away to answer or help you find the answer to any question you might have about running your operation.

Protect your business.

You can concentrate on running your business knowing that PRLA is in your corner tracking legislative and regulatory issues like employee benefits and sick leave, tax code changes, business regulation changes, tourism, and liquor code changes.

Workforce development.

PRLA offers workforce training to current industry professionals through certifications and seminars throughout the year. Whether you or your employees need food safety certification or are seeking quality hotel/hospitality learning solutions, PRLA is your resource.

We also work to ensure the industry's future workforce is prepared to contribute by coordinating the  ProStart curriculum  in Pennsylvania high schools and offering scholarships to students who pursue post-secondary education in culinary arts and hospitality management programs.

Expand your network.

PRLA holds nearly 80 events annually for you to expand your knowledge, connect with your peers, protect your industry, and give back to your community. 

Who should join?

​PRLA's members represent all facets of Pennsylvania's hospitality and tourism industries, including restaurants, full- and select-service hotels, bed & breakfast/inns, attractions, destination marketing organizations, educational and other institutions, students, and vendors/purveyors/suppliers to the industry. 

No matter your membership category, when you join you gain access to exclusive member programs, resources, networking, and more.