This year’s Leadership West Orange class just completed its third session, “Tourism & Hospitality Day.” No tourists here—just a group of sponges soaking in an abundance of institutional knowledge our tourism and hospitality partners were kind enough to share with the group. Our day of immersion with Central Florida’s world-class tourism and hospitality industry took us from Walt Disney World to SeaWorld Orlando to the Wyndham Lake Buena Vista-Disney Springs Resort and ended with an exclusive tour of Universal’s Epic Universe. Each stop provided valuable behind-the-scenes insights into operations, innovation, and the emerging trends shaping the future of tourism in our region. This experience highlighted the vital role the industry plays in strengthening our local and state economy.
 
We extend our deepest appreciation to the leaders who made this day extraordinary and to all the team members we met along the way. It is their passion and commitment that makes Central Florida a global destination and contributes to our thriving community.
 
Leadership West Orange is a “hands-on” non-traditional learning program offered by the West Orange Foundation, the philanthropic arm of the West Orange Chamber of Commerce. Facilitated by the West Orange Chamber of Commerce and presented by our generous sponsors AdventHealth and Duke Energy, the program has a rich history of over two decades with graduates of many prominent and influential business leaders, educators, and elected officials.