DOWNTOWN BUSINESS NEWS
Good Salt Restaurant Group is a Finalist for 2025 James Beard Awards!
The James Beard Foundation has released their 2025 Restaurant and Chef Award nominees, which recognizes exceptional talent and achievement in the culinary arts, hospitality, media, and broader food system, as well as a demonstrated commitment to equity, community, sustainability, and a culture where all can thrive. Sue and Jason Chin, DOP Members and Owners of Good Salt Restaurant Group (The Monroe, Reyes Mezcaleria, The Osprey, and Seito Sushi), are one of only five finalists in the U.S. for the Outstanding Restauranteur category. Well done, Sue and Jason, on this exceptional accomplishment!
Greenberg Traurig Transitions to New Leadership
Greenberg Traurig recently announced their new Managing Shareholders, DOP Board Member Courtney Keller and Jonathan Perry. Greenberg Traurig is one of Central Florida's largest law firms, with 39 attorneys in its local office and more than 2,700 multinational lawyers total. In an interview with the Orlando Business Journal, Courtney stated that her vision for the Orlando office is to be the "go-to law firm in Central Florida for local companies and government entities." Read the full article and interview HERE, and congratulations, Courtney and Jonathan!
DDB/CRA Annual Report
The City of Orlando’s Downtown Development Board and Community Redevelopment Agency released their 2024 DDB/CRA Annual Report. In alignment with downtown Orlando’s vision of creating a vibrant and inclusive neighborhood, the DDB/CRA Annual Report highlights exciting developments, new business openings, and vibrant experiences that brought residents and visitors together.
Skanska Awarded 2024 Excellence in Construction®
Skanska has recently been selected as a 2024 Excellence in Construction® award winner by Associated Builders and Contractors® for their work on the Orlando Health Jewett Orthopedic Institute. The Excellence in Construction® Awards honors the nation's most innovative and high-quality construction projects and world-class safety, inclusion, diversity and merit programs. Skanska's project was selected as the Eagle Winner for the Healthcare category of $100 to $250 million. We applaud this amazing success, Skanska!
OBJ 4 Under 40 Honorees
Celebrate Central Florida's rising stars at the Orlando Business Journal's 2025 40 Under 40 Awards on Thursday, April 24, 2025 from 6:30-9:30pm at Pinstripes! The 40 Under 40 Awards celebrates te community's brightest young business leaders. Get tickets to the awards and join us in congratulating the DOP Member honorees listed below.
- Pedro Araujo, CMO, Orlando City Soccer Club & Orlando Pride
- Macy Dwyer, Interior Designer II/Associate, Little Diversified Architectural Consulting, Inc.
- Joe Ferst, Executive Vice President/General Manager, Hotwire Communications
- Adeta Gayah, Senior Director of Social Media and Content, Visit Orlando
- Bobby Isola, Executive Managing Director, JLL
- Jennifer A. Marcial Ocasio, Director of Communications, Orlando Economic Partnership
- Cyndia Muñiz, Senior Director for Hispanic Serving Institution Initiatives, University of Central Florida
- Reginald Parks, Principal/CMO, Reality Marketing Group
- Pedro Turushina, President/CEO, Hispanic Chamber of Metro Orlando
DTO EVENTS
Earth Day Work Day
Join Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer and the City of Orlando's Green Works team for Earth Day Work Day on Friday, April 25 from 11am-1pm at the City Hall Plaza. Come out to this lunchtime sustainability fair and learn about how we can all protect precious resources, reduce plastic pollution, and save money with simple green-living tips. Downtown workers, residents, and the local community are invited to this free event that will include music, games, prizes, and activities. Click here to learn more!
Walk with FusionFest at the Puerto Rican Parade 2025
FusionFest invites you to walk alongside the Orange County Government in the Puerto Rican Parade 2025 in downtown Orlando! Celebrate Puerto Rican culture and the many heritages that make our community vibrant on Saturday, April 26, 2026 at 9am. Be a part of this unforgettable experience by signing up to carry a flag, bring an instrument, wear your cultural attire, or be a puppet handler! Spots are limited, so sign up today!
9th Annual CommUNITY Rainbow Run, Presented by Orlando Health
Don't miss Orlando Health's 9th Annual CommUNITY Rainbow Run on Saturday, July 7, 2025 at City Hall Plaza from 7-10am. More than just a race, this is a celebration of our community's resilience and love following the Pulse tragedy. Gather and show the world that we are still #OrlandoUnited by signing up HERE.
DOWNTOWN VOICES GIVEAWAY
The Downtown Orlando Partnership and the Downtown Development Board partnered with the Orange County Regional History Center in our latest addition of "Downtown Voices." Take a journey through exhibits that showcase the region's Indigenous roots to the space race and beyond. More than just museum, The History Center offers engaging events and a unique venue for special gatherings, bringing the past to life in unforgettable ways. Watch the video below to learn more and enter our giveaway!
WE'RE HIRING!
Member Relations Manager
The Downtown Orlando Partnership is currently seeking a Member Relations Manager, responsible for the growth and retention of our membership base. This role involves cultivating relationships with existing members, recruiting new members, and ensuring member satisfaction through our programs and services. The ideal candidate is a highly motivated, results-oriented individual with excellent communication and interpersonal skills, a passion for downtown Orlando, and a proven track record in membership management or sales. Click the button below to learn more and apply by Friday, April 11, 2025.