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On this weeks episode Jo Fostock returns for one last episode of #swagandrepeat. Her iconic voice and wit is welcomed back with industry updates, epic stories, plots to recruit everyone in Central Florida, and a conversation on the best swag moments Say goodbye to resort fees, as the FTC agrees to finally ban junk fees The ProBowl's return to Orlando will include a slew of new events leading up to...

on this weeks episode..... We return to the Eagles Nest at Del Frisco's for an exciting conversation with Debbi Andrews She gives us updates on i-drive, what's new with her, how she is helping the next generation of networking and advice for us beyond the podcast NACE Orlando closes out 2024 with late December event, and announces two new ones for 2025. MCO announces some updates, with a local fla...

On this weeks episode, we travel to Disney Springs to catch up with Kate Harrelson of Paddlefish and Terralina and Jamie Betz of Summerhouse on the Lake Our discussion focuses on collaboration, award winning restaurants, killer views and what's next for these Disney icons. Plus we recap Visit Orlando recent luncheon, that revealed just how extraordinary Magical Dining is for our local charities Br...

On this weeks episode... We travel to Soliman Productions to record our latest episode in one of their unique sound studios We are joined by Emily Cole and Jessica Baum to lead a conversation on collaboration, partnership, sustainability and how you can establish a lasting relationship with a DMC partner. Plus MCO rebrands, but the one thing that wont change is the carpet. We have the inside scoop...

On this weeks episode we kickoff our partnership series with two guests joined by a recent merger Amanda Pelaez of EventWorks and Krista Kennedy of Quest Events stop by the show to chat about how the two companies have joined forces and work together to provide an amazing custom experience for their costumers. SeaWorld unveils a new night time event featuring their iconic coasters Did one our down...

On This weeks episode... We drop in on i-Drive's newest venue, Live at the Pointe Orlando, to get insights on 5 new venues coming to the district Epic Universe finally set its opening date, so we discuss the impact Orlando can expect from its first theme park opening in over 25 years. Will Orlando house two established sports teams this decade as they renovate their stadiums. Plus hear what well k...

On this weeks episode... Venue Month continues as we head on down the Bayou, to learn about Orlando's new VooDoo Bayou and Roka Hula Bar from our guest Chris Granville CFWA throws an Epic Party with an appearance from an early 2000's icon The Brightline and a girls trip... could that combo make for a memorable weekend. Hotels, well New Hotels are so hot right now, hear what NEW brands are moving i...

On this weeks episode.... We kick off Venue Month with Erik DuCharme to strike down the details on Orlando's hottest new offsite venue, Pinstripes. Blue Man Group announces its return to Orlando, but in a new location. We recap the industry party and discuss whether its move to the summer is permanent. The Olympics may be over, but as we say goodbye to Paris we learn what event each host would try...

On this week's episode.... The Chocolate Kingdom definitely passes the Vibe Check as we join Aileen Mand who tells about this nearly 10 year old iDrive attraction and all its capabilities. We remove the wrapper as Expedia reveals some brand new travel trends to look out for Choosing between milk chocolate and dark chocolate might be tough, but getting to London non stop, just got easier Plus findi...

On this weeks episode we travel to the Edge of International Drive to meet up with Michelle Granger and Chris LaNeve of the edge factory Michelle, who recently transitioned to edge after a 10 year plus career at Christie's introduces us to Chris and his team and tells us how the edge factory takes content and production to the next level The numbers are in, hear how many visitors descended upon Or...

on this weeks episode... We visit AVmedia to chat with Joe Crean and Cameron Pilz They share with us the story of how AVmedia sets itself apart, AV sales strategy, how to overcome challenges with booking production and some of the latest trends were about to see Find out what property closed to make space for a brand new Epic hotel Disney and Universal were in the headlines again with updates on t...

On this weeks episode.... We travel to Lake Nona, to see the brand new Aloft hotel, with its tennis theming and largest availability of meeting space in the area Brandy Hooper, Event Sales manager at the Aloft joins us to talk about this new addition to the area, her passion for music and opera and just how hot the espresso martini really is Pinstripes finally opens to a 1800 person preview party...

We are back on the road this week as we visit the workshop of BoxtheCity Sarah and Floyd Welsh join us on the show to give us an inside look at their operation and how they are putting Orlando in a box, featuring our local makers and giving our visitors a takeaway they wont soon forget What does it take to live comfortably in Orlando, we breakdown the amount and philosophy needed to enjoy the city...

On this week's episode we travel to Downtown Orlando to experience the newest venue at Dr Phillips Performing Arts Center We sit down with Despina McLaughlin, to learn about DPAC's new theater, their commitment to Orlando, and what you can expect to see and hear in this new space Will navigating iDrive become more tricky with the Sand Lake road conversion? Its been said, Orlando will get 88 new re...

On this weeks episode... We welcome on Maribel Ortiz of Emerald Gardenia to the show She shares some great pointers on how to extend the life of your floral arrangements, the journey she took to create Emerald Gardenia and how important education is for sustaining your industry. According to a recent business of sports panel, Pickleball is taking over Orlando, hear where you can play and why it ma...

On this weeks episode we dust off our Greek keyboard as Stephanie Walls joins us for a discussion about Karaoke, 4 Walls, giving back to your destination and what the word Ethos means Orlando shines is a busy weekend, proving it can host multiple world class events at the same time The theme parks drop news on expansion plans We have the scoop on a few new venues coming and reopening in Orlando. P...

On this weeks episode we take to the road to hangout with some of our friends down in Osceola County We are joined by Emily Shorrock and Jax Alberto of Experience Kissimmee, they join us to discuss Kissimmee Events, the Best Partnership Value Proposition in the industry, New Additions to the destination and more We breakdown the first couple of events from the early part of 2024 Hear from our newe...

On this weeks episode we take to the road to hangout with some of our all time favorite podcast friends as we check out the venue D'Space and their podcast studio We are joined by Shannon Tarrant of Wedding Venue Map, Tricia Henson of THC and H5, Michele Granger of Christies and Shannon McLaughlin of D'Space We have wedding updates, new company launches, how to perfect your headshot and details on...

On this weeks episode we sit down with Gabby Mcneil and Amanda Feliciano right before their big day atop the Hyatt Regency Orlando for Over The Edge Thanks to the support of our listeners we were able to raise over $2400 for this beloved local charity, hear how that money raised will impact Central Florida and where its going. Find out the connection between Fish Sticks and a new video podcast tak...

On this weeks episode we are joined by Laura Fletcher, whose recently reopened Norman's restaurant is turning heads on Sand Lake with a Reimagined and Elevated experience We recap a week of Catersource and TSE who left quite the footprint on Central Florida Is cereal so hot in Orlando that it needed a restaurant, well its getting one anyway. A local candidate has been named one of MPI's Internatio...

On this weeks episode.... The team joins Norah White of the I-Drive District to travel down Orlando's own I-Drive, or Attractions Avenue, or better yet Trolley Trail Hear about some of the latest developments and plans for tourisms main road We dive into Orlando's newest podcast, that's currently focusing on networking in the wedding industry. One of our biggest theme parks is in for a rebrand, he...

On this weeks episode, we say "qwick' a hundred times as Brandi Watterson of QWICK joins the show Hear how QWICK has changed the landscape for food and beverage staffing, what segment they are targeting next, and how the latest generation of employees may look to find their next job Find out what destination is qwickly becoming the place to be as they introduced their new Big and Bold marketing ca...

It was worth the wait as we finally have someone from Visit Orlando on the show. Kristin Westover joins the crew to chat about community relations, new culture at VO, the state of the current Unbelievably Real campaign and visitation goals (hint look at the title) Find out which two forces (one local) combine to get better reporting details out of Disney Hear what food event returns this spring fr...

On this weeks episode we are joined by Morgan Flowers of Morton's The Steakhouse to chat about, Sales transitions, The Collective, Trying to leave Orlando unsuccessfully, and of course Steak Who won the Superbowl? Well according to Selina - Rihanna Is Orlando really the most expensive vacation city? We find holes in this recent claim A new seafood restaurant downtown, Yelp adds three Orlando resta...

On this weeks episode.... We talk furniture, we talk linen, as Orlando from AFR and Jessica from Over the Top join us for our latest pod Our Superbowl predictions are in, will Selina pick another winner? Hear what local sales manager took home all the hardware recently Looking to up your LinkedIn brand, our own Jo Fostock shares her tips Over the Edge is on the horizon. Find out what song our two...