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Robert Agrusa, a Florida native and leading advocate for the Central Florida business community, has served as the President/CEO of the Central Florida Hotel and Lodging Association since February 2021. CFHLA is the largest regional hospitality association in the United States.

Prior to joining the hospitality industry, Robert served as the President/CEO of the Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce and the Executive Director of BusinessForce - the former political action arm of the Orlando Economic Partnership.

Under his leadership, Robert has built strong relationships with federal, state and locally elected officials, as well as civic, business and nonprofit leaders in Central Florida and throughout the state. In addition to leading CFHLA, Robert is a member of the board of directors for Visit Orlando, Experience Kissimmee, the Valencia College Foundation and serves on the Dean's Advisory Board for the UCF Rosen College of Hospitality Management.

Robert holds a bachelor of arts degree in Political Science from the University of Florida and is a graduate of Leadership Orlando, Class 91. Furthermore, Robert is a graduate of the Central Florida Political Leadership Institute and received his designation as a Florida Certified Chamber Professional (FCCP) in 2020.