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The Right Attendee Incentives at the Right Moment

2/2/2023 10:28:00 AM|

For its 40th anniversary convention in January, the North American Veterinary Community used a 1980s theme—and 1983 registration fees—to generate buzz. The result: record attendance that included 9,500 first-timers.

Orlando hotel demand hits pre-pandemic levels. What’s ahead.

1/18/2023 11:20:00 AM|

Central Florida's 2023 travel season is kicking off on a positive note, based on industry data.

Orange County Convention Center Clients Prioritize Charitable Donations Ahead of Holiday Season

12/8/2022 4:32:00 PM|

During this year’s season of giving, the Orange County Convention Center (OCCC) is thankful for its sustainability-centered client partnerships that have produced a positive impact on local nonprofit organizations.

OCCC celebrates clients who donated nearly 200,000 lbs of food to local food bank

12/8/2022 4:30:00 PM|

During this year’s season of giving, the Orange County Convention Center (OCCC) is highlighting its sustainability-centered client partnerships that have produced a positive impact on local nonprofit organizations.

IAAPA 2022 had the Orange County Convention Center bursting at the seams last week

11/28/2022 12:21:00 PM|

The International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions convention isn’t just a trade show, it’s a barometer for the state of the entire industry

IAAPA: Annual expo returns to Orange Convention Center

11/21/2022 3:59:00 PM|

IAAPA Expo, the annual gathering of the International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions returns to the Orange County Convention Center on Nov. 14.

Monsters, coasters and a condiment cow: See inside Orlando's IAAPA Expo 2022

11/21/2022 3:56:00 PM|

The International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions is in full swing at the Orange County Convention Center.

EXHIBITOR Magazine Names Finalists for Best Convention Center

11/21/2022 3:54:00 PM|

Earlier this year, Exhibitor Group, which produces both EXHIBITOR magazine and Find It – Marketplace, the buyer’s guide to trade show products and services, announced the 30 venues that qualified for its fourth annual Centers of Excellence list, which recognizes North America’s best convention centers for trade shows and events.

AS SOUTHWEST FLORIDA RECOVERS AFTER HURRICANE IAN, OTHER IMPACTED DESTINATIONS ARE BACK IN BUSINESS

10/7/2022 1:41:00 PM|

A week after Ian pummeled Southwest Florida as a Category 4 hurricane then slowly weakened as it barreled through the middle of the state and on to the Carolinas, the hardest hit destination, Lee County, Fla., remains all but closed to visitors, while other areas throughout Florida and South Carolina have resumed normal operations and are welcoming visiting groups for events. Following is an update from several destination marketing organizations throughout the region.

Talk on the Tradeshow Floor: OCCC’s Home & Garden Show and IMEX at Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas

10/7/2022 1:37:00 PM|

The Orange County Convention Center and the I-Drive area in Orlando are counting their blessings after receiving minimal damage from Hurricane Ian.

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