Press Releases | Orange County Convention Center

Orange County Convention Center Enhances Security Program with Knightscope

10/3/2022 3:56:00 PM|

Knightscope, Inc. (Nasdaq: KSCP), a developer of advanced physical security technologies focused on enhancing U.S. security operations, announces partnership with the award-winning Orange County Convention Center (“OCCC” or the “Center”) in Orlando, Florida. The OCCC is a leader in creating safe, memorable experiences for visitors from around the world and will begin utilizing Knightscope’s K5 Autonomous Security Robot (“ASR”) to enhance security and operational efficiency at the massive ...

SEPTEMBER 2022 SURF EXPO RECORDS 16% ATTENDANCE INCREASE

9/19/2022 3:28:00 PM|

Surf Expo, the premier watersports and coastal lifestyle tradeshow, wrapped up its September 2022 edition bringing together more than 7400 industry professionals in Orlando for optimum buying convenience.

Orange County Convention Center Announces Eric Blanc as New Deputy Director

8/30/2022 9:06:00 AM|

The Orange County Convention Center (OCCC) is pleased to announce the promotion of Eric Blanc, Sr., CMP to Deputy Director. In his new role, Blanc will oversee the OCCC’s Sales, Marketing, Event Management and Exhibitor Services divisions.

ICAST Once Again Stands Atop the Sportfishing World as the Industry’s Largest Business Event

8/23/2022 10:54:00 AM|

Recreational fishing’s future continues to look bright, as the industry’s largest trade show, ICAST, returned to form this week. In total, more than 12,000 exhibitors, buyers and media converged on the Orange County Convention Center to showcase the widest array of fishing gear, tackle, accessories and apparel available in one location.

MOTIVATED BUYERS AT THE ORLANDO BOAT SHOW

8/17/2022 8:31:00 AM|

The Marine Industry Association of Central Florida (MIACF) hosted the Orlando Boat Show Aug. 12-14 at the Orange County Convention Center. The highly anticipated show featured 22 of Central Florida's top boat dealers representing more than 80 manufacturers with approximately 400 boats on display.

$34.8 Million at Mecum’s Orlando Summer Special Auction | 869 Vehicles Hammer Sold at Four-Day Classic and Collector Car Auction

7/18/2022 2:15:00 PM|

Walworth, Wis. – July 18, 2022 – Sales at Mecum’s most recent collector car auction in Orlando, Florida, reached $34.8 million overall, July 7-9. The second Summer Special auction held at the Orange County Convention Center saw 869 vehicles change hands, topped by a 2017 Lamborghini Aventador LP 740-4 S (Lot S47) that sold for $440,000.

Premiere Orlando Shines with Top Rated Exhibit Floor Shopping and Industry-Leading Education

6/29/2022 9:41:00 AM|

Premiere Orlando 2022 was a completely immersive 3-day experience that hosted over 40,000 visits from beauty professionals across the U.S. and globe, in the Orange County Convention Center from June 4-6. Premiere Orlando’s educational platform and exhibit floor brought brand new trends to a vast audience of students and professionals looking to expand their careers.

Orange County Convention Center Security Team Recognized for Heroic Actions

6/16/2022 10:07:00 AM|

Five long-time employees serving the Orange County Convention Center’s (OCCC) Security Division were recognized for their recent heroic actions at the Center by the Greater Orlando Chapter of ASIS International.

MEGACON™ ORLANDO, THE SOUTHEAST’S MOST SOUGHT-AFTER FAN CONVENTION, WRAPS UP A FUN AND FANDOM FILLED WEEKEND AT THE ORANGE COUNTY CONVENTION CENTER - MAY 19-22, 2022

6/1/2022 10:32:00 AM|

More than 140,000 fans shattered attendance records and celebrated a weekend of all things fandom at MEGACON Orlando 2022. The Southeast’s most sought-after fan convention brought a star-studded celebrity lineup, cosplay encounters, endless programming and more to the Orange County Convention Center on Thursday, May 19 to Sunday, May 22, 2022.

Robust Return of Sporting Events at the Orange County Convention Center Serves Up $565 Million Economic Impact for Region

5/31/2022 9:00:00 AM|

Orlando, Fla. – (May 31, 2022) The Orange County Convention Center (OCCC) is hosting several large sporting events with an estimated 426,224 attendees and a projected $565 million in economic impact to the region during the 2021-2022 fiscal year.