DOWNTOWN BUSINESS NEWS
OBJ's 2024 Most Influential Leaders
Last week, the Orlando Business Journal celebrated the 2024 Most Influential Leaders, a list of 49 business leaders in Central Florida who have made contributions to their business' success, community involvement, and industry leadership. Congratulations to each of the DOP Members below on being recognized:

• Kevin Bolding, YMCA of Central Florida
• Rafael Caamaño, University of Central Florida
• Haley Carter, Orlando Pride
• Melanie DiVirgillio, Seacoast Bank
• David Gabbai, Colliers
• Andy Gardiner, Orlando Health
• Elisha González Bonnewitz, Fairwinds Credit Union
• Dorrie Knizatko, Little Diversified Architectural Consulting Inc.
• Ray Larsen, Heart of Florida United Way
• Michelle Maikisch, Central Florida Expressway Authority
• Terry Mohajir, University of Central Florida
• Jason Seigel, Greater Orlando Sports Commission
• Jennifer Slone Tobin, Shutts & Bowen
• Ryan Strandquest, Matern Professional Engineering
• Jéan Wilson, Greenberg Traurig

CFHLA Shoe Drive for Students in Need
Each year, CFHLA conducts collection drives to support Central Florida's students in need throughout Orange, Osceola, and Seminole Counties. Support their efforts by bringing a NEW pair of shoes to the CFHLA office between 8am-4pm Monday, December 9th until Thursday, December 12th. Donations can also be make at the upcoming Hospitality Gala on December 14th, or online HERE.

Thanksgiving Dinners by The Drake
This Thanksgiving, let The Drake handle the cooking while you focus on what matters most – spending time with loved ones! The Drake is now offering a stress-free, fully cooked feast with their Thanksgiving Dinner Pre-Orders, designed to bring flavor, ease, and warmth to your holiday table. All you have to do is choose your feast, select your pickup date, and reheat to enjoy! Use code THANKS15 at checkout to get 15% off your first order.

Support Local Businesses this Holiday Season
Already thinking about your holiday shopping? Discover Downtown is offering 30% off ALL ITEMS from November 28th to December 2nd! Shop more than 50 local businesses in-store and online with code HOLIDAY30.