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Orlando Economic Partnership

Programs, Initiatives & Events

GROW, DEVELOP & RETAIN

Investing in the Future of Talent

A key pillar of the OEP is strengthening the region’s talent pipeline. From leadership development to upskilling programs and mentorship, we provide organizations with the resources to grow and retain valuable talent through robust, future-focused programming.

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    Strengthening Our Talent Pipeline

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    Cultivating Business Opportunities

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    Driving Innovation and Sustainability

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Leadership Orlando

Central Florida’s only community leadership program that spans our entire seven-county region. It is the largest program in America, offering multiple classes each year.

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Black Boardroom Leadership Institute

BBLI is a national-award winning program designed to ensure that Orlando’s nonprofit leadership reflects the vibrancy of our community and fosters an environment where all leaders have a voice at the table, not just a seat on the roster.

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Public Leadership Institute

A unique leadership training initiative that prepares Central Florida’s business-minded leaders to serve as future public leaders or policy influencers.

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LEADForward Roundtables

A transformative, year-long, peer support group led by Accendo coaches who are accomplished C-suite female leaders and certified executive coaches.

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UpSkill Orlando

A regional, skills-based talent strategy working to create upward mobility opportunities by working with local employers and educators together to create skills-based career pathways.

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UpSkill Osceola

Strengthening the talent pipeline and increasing career pathways for the region’s semiconductor workforce through initiatives that help employers connect and expand their hiring practice.

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Regional Leadership Conference

A day of dynamic discussions, networking and collaboration opportunities, and thought-provoking sessions designed to foster regional prosperity. 

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BBQ in the Park

Orlando’s premier networking event, the Barbecue in the Park annually attracts the region’s top business and community leaders for some of the region’s best barbecue in the heart of downtown Orlando.

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AWE Impact Forum

This signature event unifies our community resources into a strategically coordinated event to accelerate awareness and propel women forward. It fosters partnerships and collaboration among women in business and provides networking opportunities to strengthen meaningful relationships.

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Signature Events

Premier events featuring high level executive speakers, premier networking, exclusive business opportunities and more.

These events provide networking opportunities as well as knowledge and resources for the future of business and keep investors members on top of the latest trends for employers. 

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Upcoming Events

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2 Dec

Orlando Economic Partnership Holiday Open House – Celebrating 50 Years of Leadership Orlando

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16 Dec

Policy in Progress Series: Building Orlando’s Workforce

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26 – 27 Jan

2026 Tallahassee Advocacy Trip

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