Reston, Virginia-based Lonnie Lazear attended the University of Maryland Eastern Shore where he completed courses in hospitality and tourism. Currently, Lonnie Lazear serves as the district manager at Glory Days Grill in Fairfax, Virginia. Mr. Lazear maintains membership with multiple professional organizations including the Virginia Restaurant Lodging and Travel Association (VRLTA) where he serves at the secretary for the Fairfax -Loudon county chapter.
Established in 1993, the VRLTA exists to advocate for and promote the interests of Virginia-based businesses operating within the hospitality and tourism industry. The VRLTA provides a range of benefits to its members including providing access to valuable information including industry trends, legislative updates, and directories containing supplier and member information.
Membership with the VRLTA provides multiple opportunities for networking at events including the VA1 Tourism Summit, fundraising initiatives, an annual awards gathering, and chapter meetings. In addition, members receive support with their marketing and promotions initiatives. For example, VRLTA members have their business listings published in the Virginia Travel Guide, an annual publication, and are also provided with advertising and marketing space in other printed materials.
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