DOP'S UPCOMING EVENTS
First Friday Coffee | JPMorgan Chase | 9/6/24
Downtown Employee Appreciation Week | Downtown Orlando | 9/9/24 - 9/13/24
State of Downtown | Kia Center | 10/15/24
Golf Scramble | Dubsdread Golf Course | 12/6/24
ConnectDTO 2025 | Downtown Orlando | January - June 2025 | Registration Open Now!
Do you work downtown? Join the Downtown Orlando Partnership for our inaugural Downtown Employee Appreciation Week, presented by the Downtown Development Board. This free come-and-go event will reward downtown Orlando’s dedicated workforce with a fun-filled week of incentives, daily giveaways, live music, employee discounts and much, much more. Complimentary treats and giveaways will be available while supplies last each day, courtesy of DDB and our community partners. So, round up your co-workers for DOP's Downtown Employee Appreciation Week and let us say THANK YOU for being a part of our downtown community!
DOWNTOWN BUSINESS NEWS
How Grand Bohemian's Pool Renovation Grew Revenue by $1M
Grand Bohemian Orlando's downtown revamped sixth floor pool deck has been a resounding success since opening to the public. The Altira Pool + Lounge's accessibility has driven a $1 million increase in revenue in that space alone, and the pool deck's transformation has made it a popular destination for both hotel guests and locals. Grand Bohemian Orlando's General Manager Benjamin McCarney told Orlando Business Journal the hotel's updates, including expanded seating, a full kitchen, and a bar, have contributed to its popularity. The menu was also updated this year with easier, lighter fare. Read the full article in the Orlando Business Journal HERE!
Papi Smash'd Now Serving Breakfast!
Did you know Papi Smash'd Burger now serves breakfast from 8am-10:30am? Pop in for delicious items like their Breakfast Cubano, Papi's Bacon Egg and Cheese, and their biggest hit, Egg Salad de Papi! Stay tuned to their Instagram page for more information on the full launch of their breakfast menu.
Key Findings of Employee Benefits Survey by Health Compass Consulting
Health Compass Consulting announced it will unveil the key findings of its 2024 employee benefits survey at the Health Benefits Nation Conference next month. The 2024 Employee Benefits Survey by Health Compass Consulting was designed to deliver an insightful breakdown of the value equation for benefits programs across seven key performance categories. This comprehensive analysis, based on a survey of 94 companies nationwide conducted at the SHRM24 annual conference in Chicago, provides business leaders, HR professionals, and policy-makers with strategic recommendations aimed at enhancing the return on benefits investments, mitigating financial and legal risk, and elevating the overall value delivered to employee populations. To benchmark your company's benefits program against the insights derived from this survey, we encourage you to participate in the survey here.
DTO EVENTS
Whistle Pig Whiskey Tasting at The Drake
The Drake invites you to experience the bold, rich flavors of Whistle Pig Whiskey, learn about the craft and innovation behind each pour, and indulge in a delectable feast inspired by the Green Mountain State of Vermont to compliment every sip. The menu will include hot smokey river trout with crab dip, fire roasted suckling pig, heirloom apple galette, and so much more. Don't miss this event on Tuesday, September 10th at 6pm. See the full menu and get tickets here!
Strength Through Unity Women's Event
Orlando Health Cancer Institute and Orlando Health Women’s Institute are joining together to present a special community event focused on celebrating and empowering all women, whatever their healthcare journey — from well-woman and preventive care to the fight against breast and gynecologic cancer. The event will take place on Saturday, September 14th from 9am-12pm at the Orlando Museum for Art and will feature brunch-style passed hors d'oeuvres and mocktails, awareness education about Orlando Health services available exclusively for women, self-care stations, and much more. Click here to learn more and register for free!
Architecture on Tap +1
Join the Orlando Foundation for Architecture (OFA) at Sideward Brewing Company on Wednesday, September 18, at 6pm for a casual evening of conversation about Why Design Matters in Central Florida. Come out and connect with OFA members, students and other design professionals as they discuss plans for the Orlando Center for Architecture and Design (OCAD). OFA Committee Chairs will also be attending and can answer questions about how you can get involved with Committee volunteer opportunities. Click here to learn more.
GO Sports Celebrating Women in Sports Luncheon
The Greater Orlando Sports Commission (GO Sports) is proud to announce that the 6th Annual Celebrating Women in Sports luncheon, presented by Orlando Health Jewett Orthopedic Institute, will be hosted at Addition Financial Arena on Wednesday, September 25, 2024. The luncheon will recognize several female leaders in the local sports community with the Women in Sports Leadership Award, Rising Star Award, and WISE Greater Orlando Women of Inspiration award. Click here to see each of the 2024 award recipients and learn more!
Withum's Annual Business and Finance Symposium
Save the date for Withum's Annual Business and Finance Symposium: Strategies for Growth and Innovation in an Evolving Business Landscape on November 7th from 1-5pm and November 14th from 10am-2pm. Held annually, the Symposium offers up to 8 CPE credits across two half-day segments through a virtual experience. Save your seat today!
DOP'S CONNECTDTO 2025
Now in its eighth year, DOP's ConnectDTO, presented by Orlando Credit Union, transforms engaged urban leaders into community champions through in-depth experiences with a close network of new personal and professional relationships built to last. Class members participate in educational sessions, tours, and small group setting conversations with city leaders. Session topics include Arts & Culture, Downtown Real Estate & Development, Lodging & Hospitality, Quality of Life, Sports & Entertainment, Technology & Innovation, and more!
ConnectDTO participants are Orlando area business professionals who are established or emerging leaders in their companies or organizations. The goal for each class member is to garner strategic insights into commerce, community, culture and catalystic movements happening in Downtown Orlando. Class size is limited, so apply today!