A Celebration of Orlando’s tech ecosystem
Oct. 8-15, 2021
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Experience Orlando’s Innovation Economy
The first-ever Orlando Innovation Week is a celebration of Orlando’s tech industry. From October 9-15, entrepreneurs, founders, innovators and tech enthusiasts will have opportunities to come together and learn about the unique companies the make up Orlando’s innovation ecosystem and what they are doing to advance technology for the world, all culminating in the return of Synapse Orlando and the Immerse arts and culture festival.
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Orlando Innovation
Your guide to Orlando Innovation week events.
Startup Weekend
A three-day program where aspiring entrepreneurs can experience startup life
October 8-10
Startup Quick Pitch- Lunch and Learn
A unique pitch/feedback event featuring some unique startups and our experienced panel leaders
October 12; noon – 1:30 p.m.
Orlando Inno: The Innotroduction
Join Orlando Inno to learn more about what the publication looks for in a story and to share your thoughts and insights on the region’s ecosystem.
October 12; 5-7 p.m.
Synapse Orlando presented by Truist
Synapse Orlando is the annual gathering for all of the doers, creators, innovators, thought leaders making Orlando one of the world’s fastest growing innovation communities and hottest destinations to live, work and play. Experience Orlando by immersing yourself in a full day of curated opportunities at the world-class, LEED Certified Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts.
October 15
Officially Unofficial Synapse Orlando After Party
Synapse Orlando registrants are welcome to continue conversations and create further connections at the Aloft Hotel Downtown Orlando. Food and drinks sponsored by CodeFirm and the Orlando Tech Council. Complimentary food and drinks will be available to all Synapse Orlando registrants. No additional registration required.
October 15; 6 – 8 p.m.
Immerse
Immerse, will welcome guests to experience first-hand innovative, unique and interactive experiences that display creativity and community, bringing the heart of downtown Orlando to life.
October 15-17
“Orlando is home to some of the world’s leading advanced technology companies and it is the perfect place to bring the region together and showcase new innovations…”
– City of Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer
How You Can Help
Amplify Orlando Innovation Week
Help us amplify Orlando’s tech stories by utilizing the Orlando Innovation Week toolkit, which includes shareable sample social posts, downloadable social images, an email signature graphic and a sample press release that you can make your own.
“Orlando’s tech community is mighty, it’s smart, it’s forward-thinking and it’s poised to be one of the greatest…”
– Suneera Madhani
CEO & Founder, Stax by Fattmerchant
Orlando Innovation Week is brought to you by The Orlando Tech Council, a core component of the Orlando Economic Partnership and proud supporter of Synapse Orlando
“Orlando is the place where innovation and art collide, where unforgettable experiences are at the heart of our culture, economy and quality of life…”
– Cole NeSmith
Executive Director, Creative City Project
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Upcoming Tech Events
Orlando’s tech community comes together often to connect and collaborate, creating a cohesive ecosystem of support for entrepreneurship and business growth.
Leadership Orlando 50th Anniversary Breakfast
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Recruiter Roundtable: Motivating a Multigenerational Workforce
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2024 Orlando Economic Partnership Holiday Open House
View Event DetailsNews About Tech & Innovation in Orlando
Orlando’s innovation economy launched with the country’s space race and has not slowed down since man landed on the moon. From simulation and defense to autonomous vehicle technology, innovation has been a theme here far longer than the theme parks.
- Orlando Tech Community
- Startups
- Economic Development
- Entrepreneurship
- Innovative Technologies
- Expansions
- Orlando Economic Partnership
- Venture Capital
Plug and Play Launches New Orlando Region Office, Focused on Smart Cities Press Release
Orlando Works for Falcon’s Beyond
OEP at AWE 2023: The Next Wave of XR Innovations
Regional coalition selected as semifinalist for Inaugural National Science Foundation Regional Innovation Engines Competition Press Release
New Nonprofit Tech Organization to Promote and Unite Orlando Tech Ecosystem Press Release
- Advanced Manufacturing
- Public Policy and Advocacy
- Innovative Technologies
- Smart Sensors
- Orlando Economic Partnership
Congressman Darren Soto recognized for his Semiconductor Advocacy Press Release
