DOWNTOWN BUSINESS NEWS
Dean Mead Attorneys Earn Best Lawyers in America Recognition
Twenty-six Dean Mead attorneys were named to the 2027 edition of The Best Lawyers in America, one of the legal profession's most respected peer-reviewed honors. Litigation Attorney and Dean Mead's President Marc Chapman received the "Lawyer of the Year" distinction for his work in business litigation and trust and estate litigation. The honorees span the firm's practice areas and all five of its offices. See the full list here.
Grand Bohemian Orlando Rebrands as Hotel Beauden
The Grand Bohemian Orlando is rebranding as Hotel Beauden on September 1, continuing under Marriott's Autograph Collection with a renewed focus on Orlando's culture. Atlanta-based Davidson Hospitality Group will take over management of the property. The change follows a multi-year renovation that included the guest rooms, lobby, ballrooms, and pool deck. Read more here.
RTW Photography Opens Holiday Party Bookings
RTW Photography is now booking corporate holiday party coverage for 2026, offering photography, video, photo booths, and its interactive Photo Mosaic. Companies that book two or more services by September 30 receive a complimentary highlight reel or unlimited prints when a photo booth is included. Learn more about RTW's offerings here.
Frontyard Holiday Festival Returns to Dr. Phillips Center
The Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts is bringing back its free Frontyard Holiday Festival from November 27 through December 31, supported by AdventHealth. Guests can expect nightly "snowfall," fire pits for s'mores, light displays, and live entertainment on an outdoor stage, along with a Sunday movie series and Santa's Story Nook. Last year's inaugural event drew more than 154,000 visitors and generated $18.4 million for the local economy. Read about the festival here.
Get Ready to Check-In and Win!
Downtown Orlando Check-In to Win is a two-week challenge from the Downtown Orlando Partnership and Downtown Development Board that rewards you for visiting local restaurants, coffee shops, and downtown favorites. Every check-in earns you entries for a chance to win gift cards, downtown experiences, Orlando swag, and more!
HOW IT WORKS:
️ Dine at participating downtown restaurants
Sip at participating downtown coffee shops
Shop at participating downtown stores
Scan the QR code to check in
Earn entries with every visit
Challenge Runs: September 7-18
Participation is free and open to the public. Click the button below to learn more and register for the challenge!
DTO EVENTS
RMHCCF Young Professionals Host Ice Cream Fundraiser
The Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Florida Key Initiative Young Professional Committee is hosting a fundraiser at Jeni's Ice Cream in Winter Park tonight, August 27, from 4 to 6 PM. A quarter of all sales during the event will go directly to Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Florida, supporting local families in need. Learn more about the event here.
Kia Center Hosts Fall Hiring Event
Kia Center is hosting a hiring event on Thursday, September 10 from 4 to 8 PM, with openings in Guest Services, Security, Cleaning, Food & Beverage, and more. Job seekers are encouraged to bring copies of their resume and two forms of ID, with complimentary parking available in the ThreatLocker Garage. See more details here.
A Place at the Table Fundraising Gala
Pathlight HOME is hosting its A Place at the Table fundraising gala at the Crowne Plaza Orlando Downtown on Thursday, November 5, from 6 to 9 PM. The evening brings together community members, civic leaders, and local businesses to support solutions to end homelessness, with proceeds benefiting the organization's housing and career training programs. Get your tickets here.
DOWNTOWN VOICES
Who says the best part of the day has to happen after 5? There’s plenty of time to make the most of a morning in downtown Orlando before the workday begins. Start the day with an early yoga class at Devotion Yoga, grab a coffee at Bynx Orlando, and enjoy a little time downtown before heading into the office 
