Orlando Economic Partnership’s Post

It's not every day that your work is highlighted but this is that day! It's Economic Development Week and along with our partners we help companies grow in Orlando. Take a moment to read about the impact of the OEP in the Orlando region.

Regional economic growth is the focus of Economic Development Week 2024. With our investors’ support, we are creating a more prosperous economy and advancing Broad-based Prosperity®. To mark this celebration, the Orlando Economic Partnership is releasing its latest economic impact numbers, highlighting seven years of substantial growth and investment. Since its inception, the OEP has supported 185 business projects, resulting in the creation of over 25,500 jobs and attracting more than $3.1 billion in capital investments. With a total payroll exceeding $3 billion, these figures underscore the critical importance of transformational economic development and how it is essential in shaping the trajectory of our region’s future. #OrlandoUnbelievablyReal #EconDevWeek

Welcome to Economic Development Week 2024! All week long we are celebrating and recognizing the companies and local elected officials who support the work of economic developers who are working to build a diverse regional economy, which is crucial to the community's well-being and is essential for long-term sustainability and growth. "As we reflect on our collective achievements during Economic Development Week, we must ensure the region is even brighter for generations to come by continuously evolving and adapting to the ever-changing economic landscape," said Tim Giuliani, President and CEO of the Orlando Economic Partnership. "Through partnerships with our government leaders, businesses, academia, and community stakeholders, we can identify opportunities, overcome challenges, achieve long-term prosperity, and build an economy for all." Stay tuned throughout the week for more as we showcase all the incredible work we accomplish together with our partners and stakeholders to continue our efforts to advance Broad-based Prosperity® throughout the Orlando region. 🔗 Click the link to learn more ➡️ https://lnkd.in/eKVRddbT #OrlandoUnbelievablyReal #EconDevWeek #economicdevelopment #Orlando

💫 We want to thank those who participated in our first Orlando 2045 vision survey. If you didn't get the chance to participate, don't worry. You still have an opportunity to weigh in on the future of the Orlando region. Based on insights from the first survey, we have identified key themes and questions for future exploration. We're now asking for your further input on those findings. We're seeking diverse perspectives to build a future that benefits everyone. 🧑💻 The survey takes 10 minutes to complete, and your responses are anonymous. By participating in our Orlando 2045 vision survey, you are helping refine and reach a well-informed consensus on the region's trajectory toward a future where Orlando shines brighter than ever. 🗓️ The deadline to complete the survey is Friday, May 10 🔗 Click here to take the survey ➡️ https://bit.ly/3U1Rfq9 NEXT Generation Consulting, Inc.

Join us in congratulating Rollins College President Grant Cornwell on the recent announcement of his retirement in June 2025 after 10 years of exemplary leadership and dedicated service. During his tenure, Rollins welcomed the most academically talented and diverse incoming class in its history, following a record number of applicants. U.S. News & World Report once again ranked Rollins the No. 1 regional university in the South, with its classroom experience ranked among the top 25 in the nation. He was the visionary behind the College's Hamilton Holt School’s transformation to better meet the needs of working adults and returning students as well as the reimagination of curricular focus and delivery in the Crummer Graduate School of Business at Rollins College, among many other celebrated accomplishments. On behalf of the region’s business community, we wish President Cornwell well on his future endeavors and look forward to welcoming the next president to our region. 🔗 Click the link to learn more about President Cornwell's tenure and the forthcoming search for Rollins' 16th president

✨ The Black Boardroom Leadership Institute (BBLI) is now accepting applications from local Black leaders who have a passion for making the greatest impact and looking to serve on a local nonprofit board. Whether you are an emerging or experienced leader, this one-of-a-kind training offers individuals the chance to enhance their authentic leadership style and aligns participants with board of directors’ opportunities in our community. 📆 The deadline to apply is May 31, 2024. 🔗 If you are interested in participating in this highly anticipated program, apply today ➡️ https://bit.ly/3VZa2l0

🌎 The Orlando region has become a top destination for international migrants. Neil Hamilton, Vice President of Market Intelligence for the Orlando Economic Partnership, tells the Orlando Business Journal the influx of international residents has affected the local economy, specifically the labor force. "The impact has been significant," Hamilton said. "Our labor supply is directly attributable to the surge in international migration." 🔗 Click the link to read more from the OBJ

💫 The future of the Orlando region is being shaped through a 20-year visioning project called Orlando 2045. This collaborative effort, spearheaded by the Orlando Economic Partnership (OEP), with expertise provided by NEXT Generation Consulting, Inc. (NGC), aims to chart a course for the region’s economic prosperity and competitiveness by 2045. “We invite all stakeholders to actively participate in this critical endeavor. As we go through this seven-month process, we’ll be imagining and putting together plans and milestones and thinking about all the things we want to leave to our children and their children," said Tim Giuliani, President and CEO of the OEP. "Without a clear vision, we can be very well-intentioned. But if all the arrows point in different directions, and there is not a North Star that we can all align towards, how will our efforts add up?" 🔗 Click the link to learn how you can participate #Orlando #economicprosperity

Thank you to all who attended our Investor Update "Seize the Moment: Igniting Orlando's Potential." We highlighted the remarkable progress of businesses in our region and our pivotal role in fostering growth and advancing Broad-based Prosperity®. During a fireside chat with Rebecca Ryan of NEXT Generation Consulting, Inc., we delved into key trends and strategies for inclusivity and innovation, setting the stage for redefining our region's next two decades. Destin Wells, Vice President, Economic Development, hosted an engaging panel discussion on the evolution of economic development initiatives and partnerships. We also celebrated Osceola County Government and the OEP Economic Development team's recent recognition by the Florida Economic Development Council (FEDC) who awarded our efforts to bring the Green Garden Village by Panacea Global Inc. to the region as the "2024 Deal of the Year." Thank you to all of our sponsors, including our presenting sponsor FAIRWINDS Credit Union and our host sponsor Full Sail University, for your support. Together, we're igniting Orlando's potential! 📷 Click here to see more photos from the event ➡️ https://bit.ly/4aX7XhD

ICYMI | Orlando-based Falcon's Creative Group is planning and creating a Dragon Ball theme park in Saudi Arabia. Falcon's is a company that champions the Orlando region's reputation as a creative hub for theme entertainment master planning and creation. And that is another reason why Orlando is Unbelievably Real✨ 🔗 Orlando Sentinel #OrlandoUnbelievablyReal #DragonBall #entertainment #immersive Falcon's Beyond