Thank You to Our Back of the House Sponsors
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CFHLA Recognizes 70 Silver Partners
Strengthening Central Florida Hospitality
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This year, we are proud to recognize and thank our 70 Central Florida Hotel and Lodging Association Silver Partner Members who have stepped up to support our organization and Central Florida’s hospitality industry!
Our Silver Partner Members play an important role in helping CFHLA continue its mission of serving and supporting the hospitality industry through advocacy, collaboration, education, recognition, and service. With their investment, these businesses have helped strengthen the connections, programs, and opportunities that bring our members together and move our industry forward. We are incredibly grateful for their continued partnership, investment, and belief in the work we do on behalf of our members and the industry.
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Register Now: Patriot Day Remembrance Breakfast
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Registration is still open for our Patriot Day Remembrance Breakfast, taking place on Friday, September 11, 2026.
This year marks the 25th anniversary of the tragic events of September 11, 2001. During this year’s event, CFHLA will pay tribute to our local law enforcement, fire rescue, EMS, and hospitality security personnel who have gone above and beyond in the line of duty. The program will feature WESH 2 News Anchor Nancy Alvarez as the Event Emcee and former NYPD Detective Milton Rosario as the keynote speaker. Additionally, Orange County Sheriff John Mina will serve as the Honorary Event Chair.
*Please consider donating a seat/table for our local first responders.*
Secure your spot today and join us as we remember, honor, and recognize those who serve and protect our community.
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Freedom Middle School Celebrates the
Launch of a New Hospitality Program
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As we kick off the 2026-2027 school year, Freedom Middle School is celebrating the launch of its new Hospitality and Tourism program, providing students with hands-on opportunities to explore the many career paths available within Central Florida’s thriving hospitality industry.
Led by Hospitality & Tourism Teacher Jill Kreppein, a UCF Rosen College alumna with more than a decade of experience across multiple sectors of the industry, the program was created to help students discover their strengths while connecting classroom learning to real-world career opportunities. With 190 students currently enrolled and new students eager to join, the program is already making a strong impact. Students are learning foundational hospitality skills, from answering the phone with service-forward scripts and practicing professional greetings to developing an understanding of guest service and industry operations.
On behalf of CFHLA, we congratulate Freedom Middle School on this exciting new program and look forward to seeing the next generation of hospitality professionals grow and discover the endless opportunities available right here in Central Florida!
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UCF Area Lodging Leaders Gather for
Collaboration and Community Updates
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This week, CFHLA hosted our second UCF Area/East Orlando Lodging Leadership Meeting of the year at the Courtyard by Marriott Orlando East/UCF Area. Thank you again to General Manager Adriana Londono and Director of Sales Jaylee Stones for graciously hosting the meeting!
The meeting featured an update from Vianka Rivera from United Arts of Central Florida regarding their new Cultural Concierge Course program. Furthermore, our lodging leaders also heard valuable updates from Brandon Ragan and Larry Clifton of the Orange County Sheriff’s Office.
CFHLA would like to thank our 2026 UCF Area/East Orlando Lodging Leadership meeting sponsors, including:
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CFHLA Brings Airport Area Hospitality
Leaders Together for Industry Insights
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Also this week, CFHLA hosted our second Airport Area Lodging Leadership Meeting of the year at the Holiday Inn Orlando International Airport. Thanks again to our CFHLA Board Member and Resort Owner Raman (R.P) Rama and General Manager Laetitia Perkins for graciously hosting the meeting!
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The meeting featured an in-depth guest presentation from Lisa Messina of Visit Orlando, who discussed travel trends and future outlook. Furthermore, our lodging leaders also heard valuable updates from Androse Bell and Ashley Blasewitz of Brightline and Vianka Rivera of United Arts of Central Florida.
CFHLA would like to thank our 2026 Airport Area Lodging Leadership meeting sponsors, including:
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CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR AUGUST
MEMBERS OF THE MONTH
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CFHLA is thrilled to recognize Martin Bonventre of Rosen Shingle Creek as our August Lodging Member of the Month! Martin's partnership and support of CFHLA has been nothing short of exceptional. Over the past two years, he has demonstrated outstanding leadership through his service on the CFHLA Board of Directors and the Membership Committee, while graciously hosting numerous meetings and signature events, including the 2026 CFHLA Hospitality Tradeshow earlier this month.
Martin has also been a familiar face at many other CFHLA events, consistently taking the time to connect with fellow members, support our mission, and strengthen our hospitality community. We are truly grateful for his leadership, partnership, and unwavering support, and we are proud to recognize him for his outstanding contributions to CFHLA and the Central Florida hospitality industry!
Additionally, CFHLA is also honored to recognize David Saczawa of JR Hobbs Co. as our August Allied Member of the Month! We are incredibly grateful for David's outstanding involvement as a new VIP Member of CFHLA and for his continued participation in our signature events. David is a dedicated supporter of our association and the Central Florida hospitality industry, consistently attending events, actively participating in our programs, and enthusiastically engaging with fellow members.
David's commitment to building relationships, supporting our mission, and investing his time and expertise in CFHLA has made a meaningful impact. We sincerely appreciate his continued involvement, enthusiasm, and partnership, and we are proud to recognize him as our August Allied Member of the Month.
Once again, we are honored to recognize and celebrate Martin and David as our August Members of the Month!
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Meet Our Silver Partners:
Service Companies & VSR Cloud Communications
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The Service Companies is proud to support CFHLA because it brings together the hospitality community to address shared challenges, from workforce development to operational excellence. As a partner dedicated to helping properties deliver exceptional guest experiences, we value CFHLA’s commitment to elevating standards across Central Florida’s hospitality industry.
Additionally, workforce development is the initiative closest to our hearts. We know firsthand how critical it is to attract, train, and retain quality hospitality talent. CFHLA’s efforts to connect the industry with career pathways align perfectly with our mission, taking the burden of hiring and training off our partners so they can focus on their guests.
Company Snapshot:
The Service Companies is the premier nationwide provider of supplemental managed services, including housekeeping, stewarding, overnight cleaning, and EVS, as well as specialty services such as window cleaning and high dusting. We deliver best in class service using exclusively legal and compliant labor, helping properties elevate cleanliness scores, reduce turnover costs, and enhance the guest experience.
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VSR proudly supports CFHLA because of its commitment to strengthening Florida’s hospitality community through education, workforce development, and collaboration. As a hospitality-focused technology company, we believe investing in people and industry partnerships is essential to helping hotels adapt, grow, and thrive in an increasingly complex operating environment.
Company Snapshot
VSR is a hospitality technology company and software developer delivering Agentic AI assistants, Cloud PBX, and SMS-enabled communications solutions for hotels. With more than 36 years of experience in hospitality communications, VSR helps hotel brands, management companies, and ownership groups improve guest experiences, streamline operations, and drive operational efficiency 24/7.
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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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