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Florida Kids and Family Expo promises back-to-school celebration

8/23/2024 3:10:00 PM|

Families are coming together for a back-to-school celebration right in Orange County.

FABTECH Launches Emerging Leaders Program for 2024

8/21/2024 3:21:00 PM|

FABTECH, North America’s largest metal forming, fabricating, welding, and finishing event, has announced its 2024 Emerging Leaders Program.

$620M financing secured for Hyatt Regency Orlando

8/21/2024 2:26:00 PM|

JLL Hotels & Hospitality group announced that it secured $620 million in acquisition financing for Hyatt Regency Orlando, a 1,641-key, AAA Four Diamond resort in Orlando, Florida.

Hyatt Regency Orlando Sold for $1.07 Billion, Plans for Grand Expansion with New Grand Hyatt

8/21/2024 2:23:00 PM|

Hyatt Hotels Corporation declared the finalized sale of the 1,641-room Hyatt Regency Orlando and an adjoining 45-acre tract to entities linked with RIDA Development Corporation and a real estate fund managed by Ares Management (“Ares”). The transaction, valued at roughly $1.07 billion, also sees Hyatt maintain a long-term management role under its Hyatt Regency brand.

Florida Kids and Family Expo promises nonstop fun for Central Florida families

8/21/2024 1:55:00 PM|

Calling all Central Florida families: The Florida Kids and Family Expo is gearing up for a nonstop weekend of fun and discovery at the Orange County Convention Center.

Explore the Latest Boats at the Orlando Boat Show

8/16/2024 3:22:00 PM|

The Marine Industry Association of Central Florida (MIACF) proudly presents the Orlando Boat Show, set to take place from August 23 to 25, 2024, at the Orange County Convention Center, West Hall B and C. This highly anticipated three-day event will showcase 22 of Central Florida’s leading boat dealers, featuring over 80 manufacturers and approximately 500 boats.

Orlando Boat Show Returns to Orange County Convention Center

8/16/2024 3:18:00 PM|

The 2024 Orlando Boat Show features a wide variety of boats, including bowriders, center consoles, deck boats, flats boats, freshwater fishing boats, jet boats, pontoons, and surf boats to fit any lifestyle and budget.

Orange County Captures 15 NACo Achievement Awards for 2024

8/9/2024 11:51:00 AM|

The National Association of Counties (NACo) recently recognized outstanding county government programs and services with its 2024 Achievement Awards, and Orange County garnered 16 awards across 12 categories.

ASSP Bringing Annual Safety Event to Orlando in July 2025

8/9/2024 11:04:00 AM|

The American Society of Safety Professionals (ASSP) is bringing its annual professional development conference and exposition to Orlando. Safety 2025 will be held from July 22-24, 2025, at the Orange County Convention Center and will unite occupational safety and health professionals, following this year’s record-breaking attendance.

Orange County Convention Center Expansion

8/8/2024 10:21:00 AM|

Phase 5A —the $560 million completion of the North-South Building — consists of the Convention Way Grand Concourse, which will include an additional 60,000 square feet of meeting space and an 80,000-square-foot ballroom, along with a new entry to the North-South Building along Convention Way.

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