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Premiere Orlando Celebrates 30 years with OCCC and has increased attendance

Premiere Orlando, the renowned professional beauty industry tradeshow, celebrated its 30th anniversary on June 1-3, 2024, concluding with 50,000+ visits from licensed professionals and students, earning an 18% increase in attendance over 2023.

Post-Show Recap: After 6-Year Hiatus; The Plastics Show Draws 51,000+ Attendees

After not gathering together for six years, NPE2024: The Plastics Show returned with more than 51,000 leaders from more than 130 countries representing every industry—from automotive and healthcare to consumer products to construction.

NFPA donates 500 ‘comfort’ teddy bears to Orange, Seminole County fire departments

The National Fire Protection Association, as part of its 127th annual conference being held at the Orange County Convention Center, donated 500 “comfort bears” to the Orange and Seminole County fire departments Tuesday.

Orlando, where corporate visitors find next-level meeting venues, accommodations and cuisine

With its world-famous theme parks and attractions, it’s no secret that Orlando is a big draw for visitors seeking a break from work, school and other obligations.

Orange County to begin drawing in Gymnastics and other sports

Orange County wants to use incentives to lock in a big volleyball event for future tournaments, boost a college football bowl game and draw another event to the region.

AAU Volleyball impact on Central Florida

Teams from all 50 states, Canada, Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands are entered in the 51st edition of the AAU girls and boys Junior National Volleyball Championships. The 25-day event boasts 5,865 teams (1,263 boys and 4,605 girls) participating in 67 divisions. It’s set to be the largest sporting event ever held at the OCCC — breaking last year’s record.

Volunteers help to fill backpacks with school supplies for local students in need

Over 400 volunteers filled empty backpacks at this year’s “Great Big Backpack Build.” Volunteers moved the backpacks through 20 assembly stations, filling them with school supplies.

State of the County at OCCC

Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings took the stage at the Orange County Convention Center on Friday morning to deliver his State of the County address, with a theme of "We are building a better Orange County together."

Mayor Demings to present 2024 State of the County

The Mayor highlights Orange County Government’s accomplishments and challenges over the past year and emphasize its strategic public, private, and philanthropic partnerships that have fostered a community culture of building better together.

A Gift for Teaching Great Backpack Build at OCCC

A Gift For Teaching’s The Great Big Backpack Build came back this summer stronger than ever with over 400 volunteers full of smiles and great energy!
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