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Pizza Tomorrow and Florida Restaurant Show expand length of show

10/30/2024 10:23:00 AM|

Restaurant Events, LLC, producers of the Pizza Tomorrow Summit and Florida Restaurant Show, have announced that the two trade shows and conferences will expand to a three-day format starting in 2025. The two premier events for the pizza,restaurant, foodservice and hospitality industry, will take place from Sunday, November 2 - Tuesday, November 4, 2025, at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida. The co-located events will feature 300+ exhibitors, offering thousands of attendees...

TSNN Exclusive: Interview with Visit Orlando CEO Casandra Matej Reveals Exciting Developments and Opportunities for Events

10/30/2024 10:22:00 AM|

What’s trending for meetings and trade shows in Orlando, Fla.? At IMEX in Las Vegas, we sat down with Visit Orlando CEO Casandra Matej, who shared some insights about the city's growth and its continued dominance as a top destination for events and meetings in North America, as ranked by Cvent.

New features at IAAPA Expo 2024

10/30/2024 10:08:00 AM|

Set to take place at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida, US, from November 19-22, this year’s event will see the addition of a number of new experiences.

IAAPA Expo adds drone shows, Halloween market, Hall of Fame soiree

10/30/2024 10:05:00 AM|

New activities have been incorporated into the IAAPA Expo, which returns to the Orange County Convention Center in November.

New Woman-owned Brewery opening at ICON Park

10/25/2024 4:40:00 PM|

Pop the bubbly! An Orlando-based, woman-owned brewery is bringing a new experience for wine lovers to the Orlando Entertainment District. The Winery and Tasting Room by Brewlando is now open at ICON Park.

Surf Expo Celebrates September’s Event, Gears up for an Even Bigger January

10/25/2024 4:37:00 PM|

Watersports and coastal lifestyle tradeshow Surf Expo has opened registration for its next event, set for Jan. 8-10, 2025, at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Fla.

FMA Delivers Workforce Lifecycle for Metal Fabrication and Manufacturing

10/25/2024 4:35:00 PM|

The Fabricators and Manufacturers Association (FMA) continues its rich tradition of uniting thousands of North American metal fabrication and manufacturing professionals. This commitment is exemplified through the organization's workforce lifecycle. These multifaceted efforts support individuals and businesses who are shaping the industry.

Success and industry changes at FABTECH Orlando

10/25/2024 4:34:00 PM|

“Change is a powerful engine for both growth and discovery.” So said Andrew Kossowski, owner of Largo, Fla.-based Veterans Metal LLC, during the opening sessions at this year’s FABTECH in Orlando, Fla. Four years ago, he and his wife purchased a “completely manual, completely analog” metal finishing company in Largo, Fla., and since then they carried the company through a digital transformation that entailed “not only changing the physical space, but also about redefining the business.”

Orlando is still a Top Location for Dining options

10/21/2024 4:28:00 PM|

Orlando, historically known for its world-class theme parks, has recently emerged as a food lover’s paradise. The area is now home to an incredible array of culinary experiences and top-notch restaurants led by celebrity chefs. In fact, Orlando was named No. 1 on WalletHub’s recent “Best Foodie Cities in America” list, beating out 180 other cities that were graded on things like grocery cost, restaurant diversity and food trucks per capita.

Shuttered I-Drive attraction to be turned into restaurants

10/21/2024 4:27:00 PM|

Plans have been submitted to Orange County redevelop the Magical Midway Thrill Park, which closed in April.

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