Posts by madi@doporlando.com
Meet Ascendo Resources!
MEET ASCENDO RESOURCES! Ascendo Resources is an award-winning, certified minority-owned staffing and consulting firm that connects outstanding professionals with top organizations across the United States. Whether your needs are for temporary, project-based, or direct-hire positions, Ascendo’s experts excel at creating ideal matches between companies and candidates by leveraging local market intelligence, personalized service, a rigorous screening process, and a highly…
Read MoreDr. Phillips New Expansion, IMMERSE 2026 & More!
DOWNTOWN BUSINESS NEWS Dr. Phillips Center Expands with New Land Acquisition The Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts has acquired two parcels of land adjacent to its facility in downtown Orlando, adding nearly 44,000 square feet to support future growth. Short-term plans include administrative offices and parking, while long-term discussions have focused on adding a new mid-sized…
Read MoreJUNE Soft Opening, Boys & Girls Clubs Funding Withheld & More!
DOWNTOWN BUSINESS NEWS JUNE Soft Opens Its Doors in Thornton Park Thornton Park’s dining scene welcomes a new wood-fired contemporary Mexican restaurant from Team Market Group. Located at 700 E Washington Street, JUNE offers bold Yucatán-inspired flavors with a clean, elevated approach—featuring wood-fired shareable dishes, fresh cocktails, and a 90% gluten-free menu free from seed oils…
Read MoreAdventHealth Welcomes New CEO, Nonprofit Event Grants Open & More!
DOWNTOWN BUSINESS NEWS AdventHealth Orlando Welcomes New CEO Abel Biri Abel Biri has been named CEO of AdventHealth Orlando, one of the nation’s largest non-profit hospital campuses, where he will also provide executive oversight of AdventHealth for Children. With nearly 30 years in health care, Biri previously led AdventHealth Waterman, where he expanded patient services, launched the…
Read MoreInterstruct’s Ryan Young on fee-free work, building out Travel + Leisure’s new downtown HQ
Interstruct’s Ryan Young on fee-free work, building out Travel + Leisure’s new downtown HQInterstruct Design + Build completes fee-free community projects in Orlando. Company will build Travel + Leisure’s 186,000-square-foot headquarters. Interstruct plans 15,000-square-foot retail and office space at 802 West.
Read MoreKia Center Ranks Among Top U.S. Stadiums & More Downtown Business News
DOWNTOWN BUSINESS NEWS Kia Center Ranks Among Top U.S. Stadiums for Fan Experience The Kia Center has been ranked one of the top five stadiums in the United States for fan satisfaction, according to a new national study and analysis of TripAdvisor reviews for NFL, NBA, MLB, and NHL venues. The Kia Center placed fifth overall and…
Read MoreJuneteenth, FIFA Club World Cup & More!
DOWNTOWN BUSINESS NEWS FIFA Club World Cup Ticket Offer: 50% Off + Kids Go Free! The Greater Orlando Sports Commission, along with partners Inter&Co Stadium, Camping World Stadium, Visit Orlando, and Florida Citrus Sports, is excited to offer an exclusive ticket promotion for the FIFA Club World Cup 2025â„¢. Fans can purchase one adult ticket at 50% off and receive up to…
Read MorePulse Remembrance Day, FIFA World Cup & More!
DOWNTOWN BUSINESS NEWS Pulse Remembrance Day In remembrance of the Pulse tragedy on June 12, 2016, the City of Orlando is displaying the Prayer Ribbon Memorial and holding the Remembrance Day Blood Drive TODAY from 8am to 6pm at City Hall Plaza. The memorial, which is on display now through June 13, honors the strength and resilience of the Orlando…
Read MoreBuilding great things
Building great things The 2024 Golden Brick Awards showcase remarkable projects and people. By Nick Georgoudiou on May 27, 2025 Golden Brick Award attendees were treated to breakfast on the floor of Steinmetz Hall. (BRION PRICE/COURTESY OF DOWNTOWN ORLANDO PARTNERSHIP) On May 7, the Downtown Orlando Partnership recognized the 2024 Golden Brick Award winners with a…
Read MoreOrlando Top Soccer Cities Ranking, Bite30 & More!
DOWNTOWN BUSINESS NEWS Orlando City Ranking in Sports Business Journal’s Top Soccer Cities List The City Beautiful ranked 11th in Sports Business Journal’s soccer cities list. This year’s list focused on elements such as long-term tenure of teams in the market, presence of new or upgraded venues, frequency of high-profile soccer events hosted, sponsorship opportunities, and input…
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