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DOWNTOWN BUSINESS NEWS Withum Launches 2025 Year-End Tax Planning Resource Center A newly launched Year-End Tax Planning Resource Center is now available to help individuals and businesses navigate 2025 planning and recent changes under the OBBBA. Created by Withum, the digital hub offers expert-led webinars, downloadable checklists, and updated guidance on deductions, tax-advantaged accounts, and business incentives.…

DOWNTOWN BUSINESS NEWS Orlando to Host 2027 Olympic Volleyball Qualifier The Greater Orlando Sports Commission has announced that Orlando will serve as a U.S. host site for the 2027 FIVB Women’s World Championship qualifier at the Kia Center, marking the city’s first Olympic volleyball qualifying event. The tournament is expected to draw up to 70,000 visitors, generate…

DOWNTOWN BUSINESS NEWS Dean Mead Recognized Among 2026 Best Law Firms® for Excellence Dean Mead has been ranked among the nation’s top firms in the 2026 Best Law Firms® report, earning recognition in both the Orlando and Naples markets. The firm received Tier 1 rankings in several practice areas, including Commercial Litigation, Corporate Law, Tax Law,…

DOWNTOWN BUSINESS NEWS Steinmetz Hall Named One of World’s Top Theaters National Geographic has named Steinmetz Hall at the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts one of the world’s most remarkable theaters, highlighting its world-class acoustics and design. The Orlando venue, already recognized by Architectural Digest as one of the most beautiful theaters globally, earned praise…

DOWNTOWN BUSINESS NEWS Lake Eola Revitalization Projects The City of Orlando is moving forward with two major Lake Eola projects, a new gateway entrance and a pocket park, expected to cost $14 million and be completed in 2027. The projects aim to enhance walkability, community engagement, and connectivity between downtown and Lake Eola Park, with design work beginning…

DOWNTOWN BUSINESS NEWS Holocaust Museum Project Gains City Approval The City of Orlando has approved a revised plan for the Holocaust Museum for Hope & Humanity, allowing the project to renovate and expand the existing building instead of demolishing it. The change reduces projected construction costs from $38 million to $26 million and reflects a shift toward sustainable…

DOP’S STATE OF DOWNTOWN Join the Downtown Orlando Partnership for the annual State of Downtown, presented by OUC – The Reliable One, on Tuesday, December 2 at the Kia Center. The program runs from 3:30 to 6:00 p.m., with doors opens at 2:30 p.m., and will feature remarks from Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer, along with opportunities to connect…

NEXT WEEK! The Downtown Orlando Partnership and the Downtown Development Board are excited to once again bring you Downtown Employee Appreciation Week! This free, come-and-go celebration is our way of saying thank you to our city’s dedicated workforce. Join us for a week packed with daily giveaways and exclusive incentives, live music and entertainment, special employee discounts, and plenty more surprises! Ready to see…

DOWNTOWN BUSINESS NEWS Wall Street Plaza Welcomes Families with Arcade-Bar MakeoverRivals Activity Bar reopens on August 30 as a family-friendly gaming venue, offering modern arcade games, board game tables, and video game stations. Guests can trade winnings for food and drinks, not only at Rivals but at nearby Wall Street Plaza spots. The venue will welcome families until…

We’re excited to welcome Will Bussey as DOP’s new Member Relations Manager! Born and raised in Orlando, Will is a U.S. Army Reserve and Florida National Guard veteran with a career built on connecting people and organizations. He brings experience in government affairs, business development, and relationship management, and he’s excited to bring that expertise…