Sheena Fowler
CEO
OUR GOAL
UNITE. INNOVATE. ILLUMINATE.
Our goal is to unite the community, accelerate innovation, and illuminate the story of Central Florida as the next great American center for technology and creativity.
BECOME A SPONSOR
Join the movement accelerating Central Florida’s innovation economy. As a sponsor, your investment helps build the infrastructure, community, and narrative that will make Orlando an undeniable force in technology and creativity.
ORLANDO BY THE NUMBERS
expected to increase
by 27% by 2030
a Business
Fastest-growing
Tech Hubs
Program in the World,
FIEA (UCF)
Latest News
GET THE LATEST ON CENTRAL FLORIDA'S TECH SCENE
Stay informed and engaged with our handpicked selection of featured news articles. Explore the latest insights, trends, and breakthroughs that shape our landscape, and dive deeper into the stories that matter most to you.
OUR SPONSORS
LEVERAGING PARTNERSHIPS ACTIVATING LEADERS
Through the strength of partnerships and the guidance of tech leadership, we are profoundly grateful for the sponsorship that propels our mission to cultivate a flourishing tech scene in our city. As we stride forward, we warmly welcome the support of new sponsors to join us in this transformative journey
UPCOMING EVENTS
BUILDING RELATIONSHIPS CONNECTING COMMUNITY
Join leaders, builders, and innovators shaping Central Florida’s technology future. Connect, learn, and contribute to the momentum driving our region forward. Be part of the movement.
Events
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CitrusSec Meetup
Central Florida CitySec CitrusSec is a Central Florida CitySec group located in the Orlando area. CitrusSec's goal is to discuss topics of interest in a non-work, non-vendor setting; preferably while […]
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Plug and Play NeoCity Expo Batch 3
Plug and Play NeoCity 194 NeoCity Way, 3rd Floor, Kissimmee, FL, United StatesSee what the future of innovation looks like - our 3rd cohort is discussing bold ideas live at Plug and Play Semiconductors ExpoWelcome to the Plug and Play NeoCity Expo […]
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Women in Tech & Entrepreneurship – Resume Review Happy Hour – St Pete
Luna Lux Restaurant & Lounge 950 Lake Carillon Drive, St. Petersburg, FL, United Statesa casual gathering of high-performing, non-conforming women founders, tech workers, VCs, and hype girlsJoin the Women in Tech & Entrepreneurship (WTE) St. Petersburg Chapter for a Resume Review Happy Hour […]
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Latinos in Tech @ Orlando Meetup (Brewlando)
Brewlando Brewing, Hoffner Avenue, Orlando, FL, USA 6820 Hoffner Avenue, Orlando, FL, United StatesAre you tired of Zoom meetings? Are you new to Orlando and want to make new friends? Then this meetup might be just for youJoin fellow Technology and Engineering professionals […]
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Latinos in Tech @ Orlando Meetup (Brewlando)
Brewlando Brewing, Hoffner Avenue, Orlando, FL, USA 6820 Hoffner Avenue, Orlando, FL, United StatesAre you tired of Zoom meetings? Are you new to Orlando and want to make new friends? Then this meetup might be just for youJoin fellow Technology and Engineering professionals […]
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GEMS Advanced: July 6-10, 2026
3100 Technology Pkwy 3100 Technology Parkway, Orlando, FL, United StatesPlease reserve a spot for GEMS Advanced camp the week of July 6-10, 2026 for either the morning or afternoon session.INSTRUCTIONS FOR REGISTERING THROUGH EVENTBRITE:Due to the government shutdown, there […]
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Women in Tech & Entrepreneurship – New Member Orientation
Join us online every first Tuesday for a WTE New Member Orientation — learn about our community, resources, and how to thrive here!
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Real Talk on Resumes, Ai, and Strategies to Getting Noticed
CREDO Conduit 1001 North Orange Avenue, Orlando, FL, United StatesGet the inside scoop on crafting resumes, using AI, and standing out in the job hunt with real-deal tips.From Invisible to Irresistible: Real Talk on Resumes, AI, and Strategies to […]
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Orange County GEMS Leadership: July 20-24, 2026
3100 Technology Pkwy 3100 Technology Parkway, Orlando, FL, United StatesPlease reserve a spot for GEMS Leadership camp the week of July 20-24.INSTRUCTIONS FOR REGISTERING THROUGH EVENTBRITE:Due to the government shutdown, there has been delays to the registration process for […]
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Women in Tech & Entrepreneurship – New Member Orientation
Join us online every first Tuesday for a WTE New Member Orientation — learn about our community, resources, and how to thrive here!
FEATURED NEWS
ORLANDO TECHNOLOGY
Stay informed and engaged with our handpicked selection of featured news articles. Explore the latest insights, trends, and breakthroughs that shape our landscape, and dive deeper into the stories that matter most to you.
Orlando’s Tech Surge: Where Deep Tech Meets the Future of Work
What’s Inside:
Orlando’s fastest-growing Deep Tech sectors and why they matter, The companies redefining simulation, gaming, aerospace, and healthcare, Emerging talent and university breakthroughs shaping the next decade, Events, resources, and ways to get involved in the region’s innovation movement
Where Innovation Meets Scale: Orlando’s Week in Tech
A story about a city that’s proving the future isn’t arriving somewhere else, it’s being assembled here, piece by piece.
If you’re building something ambitious, look around.
This is a region where ideas get tested, funded, and scaled.
100+ Devs at Tech Hub Orlando, R‑CON Live Kicks Off at DPAC – Orlando’s Week in Tech
100+ Devs at Tech Hub Orlando, R‑CON Live Kicks Off at DPAC – Orlando’s Week in Tech
Orlando, Getting it Done
Contracts closed. Capital raised. And a patent that might just change how Hollywood edits its next blockbuster. Other cities are chasing headlines. Orlando? We’re getting it done.
Orlando Builds What’s Next
This week, we’re showcasing Orlando’s breakthroughs in venture capital, deep tech, simulation, and talent, highlighting a region that’s shaping the future of tech while celebrating Pride Month, Juneteenth, and the Pulse anniversary.
Orlando Tech: Capital Raised, Systems Built, Talent Spotlighted
This week, Orlando didn’t just make headlines—we made real progress. Across venture capital, infrastructure, immersive tech, and workforce development, the pattern was clear: coordination, not coincidence.
From Battlefield Simulators to Venture Spotlights, Orlando’s Innovation Story Keeps Expanding
If it feels like Orlando’s innovation story is gaining speed and scale—that’s because it is. And from where we sit at Innovate Orlando, the signals are loud and clear: momentum is building, across every layer of our ecosystem.
Orlando defense leaders mobilize to protect key training hub
Orlando’s defense and tech leaders are uniting to protect PEO-STRI, a key U.S. Army training hub and $6.5 billion economic driver at risk due to proposed federal consolidation. The agency anchors Central Florida’s simulation and training sector, supporting thousands of jobs and cross-industry innovation.
From Moon Missions to Magic Courts: Orlando Is Building the Future—Louder, Smarter, and More Immersive
This week’s stories aren’t just updates. They’re proof that Central Florida is leading the national conversation on what’s next—from space tech to immersive entertainment to AI-powered design.
A Connected Ecosystem, A Shared Momentum
The real story of Orlando right now: a place where innovation doesn’t just happen in pockets, but through purposeful, collective movement.
IMPACTFUL TESTIMONIALS
COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIP CREATION
A visionary partnership between the City of Orlando and the Orlando Economic Partnership, dedicated to fueling the growth and prosperity of our local technology and innovation sector.
BREAKTHROUGH ORLANDO
CATALYZING INNOVATION ELEVATING OUR CITY
We are collaborating with Community Leaders to implement the Top 10 Strategies for elevating our city to Top Tier Status within 5 years.
