3 min read March 2024 — Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer talked to Invest: about the city’s work toward promoting its business clusters. He noted how the city supports developing a technology cluster focused on gaming in downtown Orlando, aside from its more traditional clusters for theme parks. Dyer also discussed
Writer: Andrea Teran 3 min read November 2023 — The Walt Disney Company's recently released fourth quarter and full year earnings report for FY23 showcases a mixed financial picture, with revenue growth and notable performance in various segments. However, beyond the numbers, a closer look reveals the impact Disney
Writer: Joshua Andino 2 min read August 2023 — Miami Spice has begun, for the first time offering over 300 restaurants for residents and visitors to choose from. The program has grown considerably in the last 22 years, and seems set to continue this upward trajectory. Rolando Aedo, COO of
Writer: Joshua Andino 2 min read June 2023 — With Independence Day fast approaching, Orlando is busy preparing for fireworks, barbecues, and all-American fun. On July 2, 1776, delegates from the Continental Congress in Philadelphia voted to declare their independence from Great Britain. That was easier said than done, and
Writer: Joshua Andino 2 min read September 2022—Earlier this morning, a tentative deal was struck between the country’s railroad union representatives and railroad companies. The agreement wards off a strike, allowing most rail systems, including Florida’s, to breathe a little easier. Florida has over 2,700 miles of rails crisscrossing the
Writer: Ryan Gandolfo 2 min read August 2022 — The latest figures released by the state of Florida show the Orlando area unemployment rate trending downard, reaching pre-pandemic levels. According to a press release by the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity last Friday, the Orlando area unemployment rate fell to
Writer: Joshua Andino 2 min read August 2022 — In the wake of the pandemic, typically-out-of-sight building systems such as air conditioning and filtration took on greater importance in building designs, highlighting the role of the often unsung but key players in the construction process: design engineers. Buildings are usually
Writer: Ryan Gandolfo 2 min read June 2022 — Orlando is becoming a hub for electric mobility, with a key focus on bringing more electric vehicles (EVs) into the area. The City of Orlando recently rolled out its 2030 Electric Mobility Roadmap, which sets targets on EV adoption and charging
Writer: Liz Palmer 2 min read June 2022 — With Pride celebrations in full bloom, hotel demand showing strong numbers and Governor DeSantis’ office recently reporting about 36 million visitors to Florida in Q1, Greater Orlando’s industry leaders in tourism and hospitality are innovating and capitalizing on the region’s positive
Having been in the industry for over 35 years, Eric Quinn, CEO of KMI International, has led multiple organizations through turnarounds and significant growth. In an interview with Invest:Insights, he discussed the importance creativity plays in guiding different types of businesses as well as using creative thinking to navigate the
