Student Social Justice Activists – Take Action Institute Conference in Orlando

Student Social Justice Activists – Take Action Institute Conference in Orlando

08/23/2021Posted inConferences and Conventions, Diversty and Inclusion, Empowerment, Event Planning, Philanthropy
 Calling all high school and college students who have self-selected as anti-prejudice and social justice activists. The Take Action Institute is a program of the Holocaust Memorial Resource & Education Center of Florida - who has as its mission to use the history and lessons of the Holocaust to build a just and caring community free of antisemitism and all forms of prejudice and bigotry.The Holocaust…
Orlando’s Fall Ball Season is Upon Us

Orlando’s Fall Ball Season is Upon Us

08/18/2021Posted inArts and Culture, Event Planning, Festivals and Events, Philanthropy
Of the roughly 95,000 nonprofits registered in the state of Florida, it would be fair to say that at least half rely, at some level, on fundraising efforts generated from events. The event planning and the nonprofit industries have always gone hand in hand - and both were among the most impacted by COVID.  In Florida the nonprofit industry generates an estimated $105 billion annually…
Orlando’s Reinvigorated Lake Lorna Doone Park – A Long History of Inclusion

Orlando’s Reinvigorated Lake Lorna Doone Park – A Long History of Inclusion

08/05/2021Posted inCommercial Development, Construction Industry News, Diversty and Inclusion, Festivals and Events, Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting Events, Real Estate
It is being called the “Jewel of the West Side.” Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer, who has been central to the development of Lake Lorna Doone Park, says this 12-acre historic community park, located in Orlando’s West Lakes neighborhood (adjacent to Camping World Stadium) -  is on par with Lake Eola Park. The Park re-opened in July after having been closed since summer of 2019 for…

Dancing for Diabetes 21st Anniversary Show – Expected to Sell Out Disney Theater at Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts

07/28/2021Posted inArts and Culture, Empowerment, Festivals and Events, Fundraising Events & Galas, Fundraising Strategies, Healthcare Events and Marketing, Philanthropy
Central Florida nonprofit, Touched by Type 1 reveals plans for their 21st annual Dancing for Diabetes show to be held on Saturday, November 13th at 7pm at the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts. The annual Dancing for Diabetes Showcase aims to sell out the 2,700 seat Disney Theater for their 21st anniversary show. In 2020, the organization globally broadcast their 20th anniversary show virtually amidst…
Groundbreaking Event – Anchor Tenants Confirmed for New Comprehensive Spine Center in Winter Garden

Groundbreaking Event – Anchor Tenants Confirmed for New Comprehensive Spine Center in Winter Garden

07/16/2021Posted inCommercial Development, Construction Industry News, Event Planning, Groundbreaking Events, Healthcare Events and Marketing, Real Estate
VERAX Investments, joined by stakeholders broke ground on July 15th on the VERAX – WG, a high-end professional medical center located at 12301 West Colonial Drive in Winter Garden, Florida. The 2-story center will feature multiple medical office spaces to be filled by healthcare professionals specializing in areas related to spinal heath including spinal surgery, physical therapy, and pain management.VERAX Investments is a real estate…
FusionFest Mission – To celebrate the people and the many cultures that make Central Florida awesome

FusionFest Mission – To celebrate the people and the many cultures that make Central Florida awesome

06/10/2021Posted inArts and Culture, Diversty and Inclusion, Event Planning, Fashion Shows, Festivals and Events, Fundraising Strategies, Nonprofit Industry News, Philanthropy
FusionFest has its mission: to celebrate the people and the many cultures that make Central Florida awesome. FusionFest organizes weekly and monthly, both virtual and in-person, events that keep the community engaged and connected to the cultural diversity in Central Florida. They participate in parades and create dining experiences and workshops from January to November. And we all know their signature event held each year on Saturday and…
Four leading travel basketball organizations have formed Summer Elite Grassroots Basketball, will collaborate to host girls’ and boys’ events in Orlando.

Four leading travel basketball organizations have formed Summer Elite Grassroots Basketball, will collaborate to host girls’ and boys’ events in Orlando.

03/03/2021Posted inConferences and Conventions, Event Planning, Sports Entertainment
  Summer Elite Grassroots Basketball will be taking over Orlando in July, with boys and girls teams converging from across the United States to play high level basketball this summer. The Orange County Convention Center (OCCC) will be transformed into the mecca of grassroots basketball with three events taking place from July 20 – August 1, 2021.  The Orlando Splash (formerly the Peach Splash) and…
The New Event Planning – Variables, Contingencies, and COVID

The New Event Planning – Variables, Contingencies, and COVID

02/12/2021Posted inConferences and Conventions, Event Planning, Festivals and Events, Fundraising Events & Galas, Healthcare Events and Marketing, Medical Conferences, Shows and Performances
The world is spinning and it doesn't appear to be slowing anytime soon. As each industry is buzzing to find its unique new (COVID) default setting, we are learning that our biggest value is likely in responding creatively in the face of uncertainty.Of all the industries that have been turned upside down - the event industry (trade shows, meetings, conventions, fundraising, social events) is near…
FBC MORTGAGE CURE BOWL SET KICK FOR PRIMETIME – televised by ESPN

FBC MORTGAGE CURE BOWL SET KICK FOR PRIMETIME – televised by ESPN

12/21/2020Posted inEvent Planning, Festivals and Events, Sports Entertainment
ORLANDO, FL – Kickoff for the 2020 FBC Mortgage Cure Bowl is set for 7:30 p.m. Saturday, December 26, 2020 - televised by ESPN. The matchup between No. 12 Coastal Carolina and No. 23 Liberty will take place at Camping World Stadium.ESPN Events and the Orlando Sports Foundation (OSF) announced today that FBC Mortgage, LLC, will continue as the title sponsor of the Cure Bowl.…