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The Downtown Orlando Partnership is deeply saddened by the passing of Thomas Chatmon, Executive Director of the Downtown Development Board and Community Redevelopment Agency. A true champion of downtown Orlando, his unwavering dedication and passion for our downtown left an indelible mark on all of us. During this difficult time, our hearts go out to…
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CLICK THE EVENTS BELOW TO RSVP! DTO BUSINESS NEWS & HAPPENINGSAdventHealth’s Community Health Improvement GrantsAdventHealth is offering $1.2 million in grants to local nonprofits for projects that are addressing Central Florida’s mental and behavioral health challenges. These Community Health Improvement Grants aim to improve access to resources and enhance community wellness. Due to the increase in kids facing mental…
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CLICK THE EVENTS BELOW TO RSVP! DOWNTOWN ORLANDO BUSINESS NEWSSteinmetz Hall Recognized as one of The 11 Most Beautiful Theaters in the WorldThis week, the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts was recognized by Architectural Digest, in a feature distinguishing Steinmetz Hall as one of the 11 most beautiful theaters in the world. From concert halls to…
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DOP EVENTS DOWNTOWN ORLANDO BUSINESS NEWS13th Annual Orlando Women’s ConferenceRegistration is open now for the 13th Annual Orlando Women’s Conference, hosted by Dr. Phillips Center, on Thursday, September 14, 2023. This empowering day includes sessions with 30+ speakers, including DOP’s President and CEO, Jill Vaughan. The conference also features exhibits, special presentations, and more, ending…
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RSVP TODAY! Click Here to Register DOWNTOWN ORLANDO BUSINESS NEWSHappy 100th Anniversary, OUC!OUC – The Reliable One celebrated their 100th Anniversary on Monday, June 26th at City Hall, where Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer announced a proclamation declaring “OUC 100th Anniversary Day”. From serving 2,795 customers in 1923 to more than a quarter of a million customers today, OUC, now the 14th largest…
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DOWNTOWN ORLANDO BUSINESS NEWSDr. Phillips Center Selected for the 2023 Venue Excellence AwardThe Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts, downtown Orlando’s premier entertainment venue, announces it has been selected as a recipient for the International Association of Venue Managers (IAVM) 2023 Venue Excellence Awards. This is a global award that recognizes venues within the 7,200-IAVM membership community who demonstrate…
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JUNETEENTH2nd Annual Juneteenth Celebration 2023 Join Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer, District 5 Commissioner Regina I. Hill and District 6 Commissioner Bakari F. Burns for the second annual City of Orlando Juneteenth Celebration at Clear Lake Park on Saturday, June 17th from 11am-3pm. The event will feature live music and entertainment, a kid’s zone, vendor village and food trucks.…
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DOP’S THIRD THURSDAY Let Us Know You’re Coming! DOWNTOWN BUZZVisit Orlando’s CEO Thinks 2023 Could Be History-MakingAs a part of the Business Minds Podcast, Orlando Business Journal Editor Sean McCrory recently spoke with Casandra Matej, president and CEO of Visit Orlando and DOP Board Member. The audio series features candid conversations with top business leaders from Orlando, South Florida, Tampa…
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DOWNTOWN BUZZNew City of Orlando Tennis Centre and Public Park are Now Open!The Packing District just opened a new public park and tennis center yesterday, May 31st. A community picnic will be held to celebrate the opening on Saturday, June 3, from 10am-12:30pm. Named The Grove, the public park is located on the corner of Princeton Street and John Young…
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DOP’S FIRST FRIDAY COFFEE – JUNE 2 Register for Free Here! DOWNTOWN BUZZ State of the City Yesterday, City of Orlando’s Mayor Buddy Dyer delivered the 2023 State of the City Address at Harriett’s Orlando Ballet Centre. In his speech, Mayor Dyer highlighted the many accomplishments of The City Beautiful, including being the best…
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