Good Morning, Big Ideas:
TID and The Future of Seminole County
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This week, CFHLA was proud to participate in Good Morning Seminole, which included several leaders from the region's tourism and economic development sectors. The full-house event featured CFHLA'S President/CEO Robert Agrusa, Seminole County's Office of Economic Development and Tourism Director Guilherme "Gui" Cunha, and Greater Orlando Sports Commission President & CEO, Jason Siegel.
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The panel was moderated by George Diaz, former Orlando Sentinel senior sports writer, columnist, and editorial board member and discussion focused on the recently formed Tourism Improvement District (TID) and the future of Seminole County tourism.
CFHLA is proud to count on the Seminole County Chamber, Seminole County Tourism, and the Greater Orlando Sports Commission among our valued members, and we thank them for their continued partnership in this important conversation and effort.
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Staying Ahead: Key HR and Legal Updates
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This week, our second Human Resources Seminar took place before the start of our annual Hospitality Tradeshow.
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This seminar featured several important legal updates, including information on the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, SCOTUS 2024-2025, Executive Updates, and updates in Florida including Anit-Squatter provisions and the “Choice Act”.
Thank you to Tasos Paindiris and Jan Williams from Jackson Lewis, for your presentations and continued partnership in our annual HR Seminar Series!
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Thank you to our 2025 Human Resources Seminar Presenting Sponsor:
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Thank you to our Annual Human Resources Seminar Corporate Partners, including:
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Our final HR Seminar of the year will be held on October 16th.
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Slay the Workplace: Leading Gen Z Like a Pro
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We also hosted the fourth seminar in the Leadership Development Series at this year’s Hospitality Tradeshow.
This session included an interactive discussion focused on Leading Generation Z led by Dr. Fevzi Okumus of UCF Rosen College of Hospitality Management, Jyllian Bradshaw of Lowndes, and Wendy Contreras of the JW Marriott Orlando and The Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes.
Attendees discussed communication, the importance of onboarding new team members, career development pathways and what Gen Z looks for in employers.
Thank you to the speakers and attendees for your thoughtful and engaging discussion!
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Join us for the next Leadership Development Seminar, Management & Leadership Best Practices on September 4th.
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Big Moves in Lake County:
Hoteliers, Growth and Regional Collaboration
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This week, CFHLA was thrilled to host our second Lake County General Managers meeting and luncheon in collaboration with CFHLA Board Member and General Manager of Mission Resort + Club, Cindy Staley.
This critical lunch meeting brought together representatives from twelve (12) different Lake County hoteliers and tourism partners, who provided updates on a variety of hospitality and tourism related topics. These updates included Ryan Ritchie and Levar Cooper with Discover Lake County, Jason Siegel with the Greater Orlando Sports Commission, and Melissa Brooks with Visit Florida.
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We're incredibly excited to see that our presence continues to grow in Lake County, and we look forward to furthering collaboration with our hospitality partners as we drive progress and tourism success in across the region.
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Partners in Action -
Clean Tec Outsourcing / Lancaster ES
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CFHLA proudly recognizes Clean Tec Outsourcing for their continued support of Lancaster Elementary School through the Adopt-A-School program.
As part of Teacher Appreciation Week, the Clean Tec team hosted a vibrant celebration themed around Mexico, complete with nachos, traditional shaved ice (raspados), and festive music to show appreciation for the school’s hardworking staff.
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Clean Tec Outsourcing also helped bring joy to more than 260 students during the Pre-K Adventure & Awards Celebration by sponsoring a fun fair. Their team set up a booth, provided face painting, and donated 20 gifts to help make the event extra special for Pre-K, Kindergarten, and award-winning students.
Thank you, Clean Tec Outsourcing, for your enthusiastic partnership and meaningful contributions to the Lancaster community!
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CFHLA Member Universal Orlando Resort
Supports 25,000 Students
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This summer, over 100 team members from Universal Orlando Resort, a CFHLA member, volunteered at The Great Big Backpack Build, supporting students in need across Central Florida.
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With help from a $60,000+ Universal Orlando Foundation grant, the event hit a record - 25,000 backpacks filled with supplies including notebooks, pens, pencils, markers and more. Thank you Universal Orlando Resort for your outstanding support of our local students and to learn more about these efforts, click here.
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CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR
MEMBERS OF THE MONTH
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Meet our August Members of the Month
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CFHLA is proud to recognize our August Lodging Member of the Month, Katerina Templo, General Manager for Hampton Inn & Suites Clermont. We are grateful for Katerina's leadership on the CFHLA Board of Directors and her willingness to help serve as the Vice Chair of the Membership Committee this year. We have now achieved 100% of our annual membership goal and we couldn’t have gotten there without Katerina's help and support!
Moreover, we are also proud to recognize our August Allied Member of the Month, Bonnie Marshall, Client Relations Manager for Juniper Landscaping. CFHLA is extremely grateful for Bonnie's outstanding involvement and longstanding support as a Silver Partner Member of CFHLA! We also appreciate her continued contributions to so many of CFHLA’s committees and Councils throughout the years, including the Engineers Council this year. Plus, we appreciate Bonnie's continued support of our annual signature events and community-wide initiatives.
Congratulations again Katerina and Bonnie!
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To nominate a future CFHLA Allied and/or Lodging Member of the Month, please CLICK HERE.
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MEET THE SILVER PARTNER MEMBERS
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Addition Financial is a full-service community credit union that’s been doing business in C. FLA since 1937. All Hospitality and Allied Member team members are eligible for credit union membership with Addition Financial.
To share credit union benefits with your team, reach out to Stefanie Mizrahi: Smizrahi@AdditionFI.com
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Thermal Concepts provides a line of over (44) different services with over (160) Service vehicles on the road. We specialize in the HVAC/R, Control/BAS, Sheet Metal, Ductwork & Insulation industries. Headquartered in Ft. Lauderdale, Thermal Concepts covers the entire state of Florida with our SWFL, Tamp, Orlando & Jacksonville locations. Our newest acquisition being in N. Georgia near Atlanta.
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Hotel Staffing Solutions provides staffing services nationwide and also provides J-1 work and travel, task force and overnight cleaning services! We have been in business for over 15 years! Our corporate offices are in Chicago and Arizona and Yes, we are Bears fans!!
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Check out the latest hospitality employment opportunities in Central Florida.
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About CFHLA
6675 Westwood Blvd #210, Orlando, FL 32821
The mission of the Central Florida Hotel and Lodging Association is to represent the Central Florida Hospitality Industry, by setting the standard of excellence through advocacy, collaboration, education, recognition, and service.
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