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Central Florida Hotel and Lodging Association Announces Endorsements for 2024 Election Cycle

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1 year ago

July 25, 2024

ORLANDO, Fla. (July 25, 2024) – Today, the Central Florida Hotel and Lodging Association’s (CFHLA) PAC and PC announced their third round of endorsements for the 2024 election cycle. This bipartisan slate of seven candidates includes several running for the Florida House, Orange and Osceola County Constitutional Offices, and the Seminole County Commission.

Endorsed Candidates:

Florida House of Representatives:

District 26: Nan Cobb (R)
District 40: LaVon Bracy Davis (D)
District 46: Jose Alvarez (D)

Orange County:

Supervisor of Elections: Karen Castor Dentel (D)
Tax Collector: Scott Randolph (D)

Osceola County:

Property Appraiser: Katrina Scarborough (D)

Seminole County:

Commission, District 5: Andria Herr (R)

“CFHLA PAC and PC is proud to support this experienced and qualified group of bipartisan candidates in the upcoming 2024 election cycle,” said Jay Leonard, General Manager of the Wyndham Garden Lake Buena Vista Disney Springs Resort Area, and Chairman of the CFHLA PAC and PC. “Each of these pro-hospitality candidates has fought for the tourism and hospitality industry throughout their public service and has an outstanding track record of problem solving and proven results for our Central Florida community.”

Robert Agrusa, President and CEO of the Central Florida Hotel and Lodging Association, added, “The hospitality and tourism industry is delighted to support each of these leaders, who are committed to keeping our community the best place to work, play, live, and visit. Additionally, each candidate understands the importance of the hospitality and tourism industry and is willing to face any challenge head on.”

Key Points:

CFHLA endorses seven bipartisan candidates.
Candidates have a proven track record in supporting the hospitality and tourism industry.
The endorsements cover positions in the Florida House, Orange and Osceola County Constitutional Offices, and the Seminole County Commission.
The 2024 Primary Elections will be held on August 20, 2024, and the General Elections on November 5, 2024.

For the full list of CFHLA PAC and PC endorsed candidates, please visit www.cfhla.org/2024-pac-pc-endorsements.

The Central Florida Hotel and Lodging Association represents the Central Florida Hospitality Industry, advocating for excellence through advocacy, collaboration, education, recognition, and service. As the largest regional lodging association in the United States, CFHLA represents approximately 80 percent of the more than 129,500 hotel rooms throughout the Central Florida Region and more than 500 supplier organizations that do business with the hospitality and tourism industries.

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ThreatLocker Expands Orlando Magic Partnership With Garage Naming Near Kia Center

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4 days ago

January 8, 2026

Willie David

ORLANDO, Fla. (FNN SPORTS) — A downtown Orlando parking garage adjacent to Kia Center has been renamed ThreatLocker Garage, marking an expanded partnership between the Orlando Magic and Central Florida-based cybersecurity company ThreatLocker.

Formerly known as the GEICO Garage, the ThreatLocker Garage is located directly across from Kia Center and features two entrances off South Street and Division Avenue.

ThreatLocker Expands Partnership With Orlando Magic
ThreatLocker, an Orlando-based leader in cybersecurity, continues to grow its partnership with the Orlando Magic through the garage naming and its role as a Champions of the Community (COTC) partner. The company also provides its market-leading Zero Trust Platform to help protect the Magic’s digital infrastructure.

“The Orlando Magic are thrilled to continue elevating its existing partnership with ThreatLocker,” said Charlie Freeman, president of business operations for the Magic. “As a leader in the cybersecurity space, we are excited to help grow their brand through the naming of the ThreatLocker Garage. As COTC partners since 2023, our organizations share a strong commitment to the Central Florida community.”

Commitment to Central Florida Community
ThreatLocker is one of nine Champions of the Community partners, a group of organizations recognized for their shared dedication to supporting the Central Florida region.

“As ThreatLocker has grown from a local startup into a leading global cybersecurity company, our roots in Central Florida remain at the core of our identity,” said ThreatLocker CEO and co-founder Danny Jenkins. “The Orlando Magic’s long-standing support for local businesses has played an important role in our journey, and we are proud to take the next step in our partnership with the ThreatLocker Garage.”

Cybersecurity Leader With Global Reach
ThreatLocker offers a cost-effective approach to cybersecurity by using advanced controls to prevent threats such as ransomware. With 24/7 support from a team of skilled cybersecurity professionals, the company serves businesses worldwide while continuing to invest in the Central Florida community.

The renaming of the garage further solidifies ThreatLocker’s presence in downtown Orlando and underscores its growing relationship with the Orlando Magic.

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BYU Defensive Leaders Jay Hill, Isaiah Glasker Preview Georgia Tech Clash at Pop-Tarts Bowl

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3 weeks ago

December 24, 2025

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Eddie Cole, Former Eatonville Mayor, Coach and Chaplain, Dies at 67

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3 weeks ago

December 21, 2025

Willie David

EATONVILLE, Fla. (FNN) — Eddie Cole, a former Eatonville mayor, longtime coach, chaplain and community leader, has died at the age of 67, town officials confirmed.

Cole, widely respected for his dedication to public service and his influence in basketball, passed away just months after being inducted into the Rollins College Sports Hall of Fame.

In a statement, the Town of Eatonville remembered Cole as “a servant leader whose heart beat for the people of Eatonville.” Officials praised his compassion, leadership and unwavering commitment to the community’s progress.

“Mayor Cole’s compassion and commitment to progress will forever be etched in the heart of Eatonville,” the statement read. “We honor his life, leadership, and the indelible impact he made on generations past, present and future.”

Cole’s legacy spans decades of civic leadership, mentorship and faith-based service, leaving a lasting imprint on the town and those he guided on and off the court.