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Harris Rosen: Made 'convention dreams' come true

11/27/2024 4:53:00 PM|

As the most successful local hotel owner in central Florida, it’s no surprise Florida tourism icon Harris Rosen’s name is on the University of Central Florida’s School of Hospitality Management. He was also a charter member of the UCF Board of Trustees.

Busi­nessman, phil­an­thropist Harris Rosen passes away

11/27/2024 9:20:00 AM|

Harris Rosen, founder and president of the Rosen Hotels & Resorts and longtime philanthropist in Central Florida, passed away Monday at the age of 85, surrounded by family and friends, according to Frank Santos, vice president of the company.

Harris Rosen, Orlando hotel and philanthropic titan, passes

11/27/2024 9:15:00 AM|

Harris Rosen, who built Florida’s largest independent hotel chain and was one of Orlando’s preeminent philanthropists, died Monday, his business partner announced. He was 85.

IAAPA Expo 2024 Sets New Attendance Record, Concludes with Groundbreaking Insights and Announcements

11/25/2024 4:51:00 PM|

The educational conference offered over 140 sessions, providing attendees with critical insights, best practices, and thought-provoking information. During the Expo’s EDUSessions, participants were also introduced to the 2025 North America Economic Outlook Report, which predicts future growth in the attractions industry, including for the first time, natural, adventure, and eco-attractions.

IAAPA Expo 2024 sets new attendance record

11/25/2024 4:40:00 PM|

IAAPA Expo 2024 successfully wrapped up last week at the Orange County Convention Center, concluding a week that brought together 41,429 attendees and 37,066 verified attendees from across the globe. This year’s event set a new attendance record. Reflecting the growth and innovation in the industry, IAAPA Expo 2024 featured more than 1,100 exhibitors and approximately 27,000 buyers from more than 20,000 buying companies.

Record week for IAAPA Expo

11/25/2024 4:38:00 PM|

The big IAAPA trade show closed its doors on Friday at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida, US, after a week that saw a footfall of 41,429 from around the world, setting a new record.

IAAPA Expo reports record Orlando attendance, uptick in optimism

11/25/2024 4:35:00 PM|

More than 41,000 attendees made it to last week’s IAAPA Expo, a record number for the event, the Orlando-based International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions reports.

‘Will be plenty more jobs:’ Theme park industry poised for significant growth, IAAPA CEO says

11/25/2024 4:33:00 PM|

IAAPA is an international theme park and attractions trade show where those in the industry showcase new trends and brainstorm about the future of the industry. IAAPA, which stands for International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions, wrapped up their expo at the Orange County Convention Center on Friday. Their CEO said there is huge growth in the industry.

New programming enhances world’s largest professional outdoor Demo Day at the PGA Show, Jan. 21, 2025

11/25/2024 4:31:00 PM|

Thousands of PGA of America Golf Professionals will experience new event programming in health and wellness, club fitting and golf range operations while exclusively testing the latest equipment and technology from top golf brands during the PGA Show Demo Day—the world’s largest professional outdoor demo day—on January 21, 2025, in Orlando, Fla.

Experience Hospitality’s Finest at This Year’s Florida Restaurant Show

11/25/2024 4:23:00 PM|

The Florida Restaurant Show 2024, which was held from Nov. 6-7 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida, brought together the brightest minds and innovators in the hospitality industry. As a premier annual event, it provided a platform for foodservice and lodging professionals to explore trends, enhance their skills, and connect with industry leaders.

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