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PHOTOS: CFHLA’s 2023 Patriot Day Remembrance Breakfast Honors Local First Responders
ORLANDO, Fla. – Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings, Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer, Kissimmee Mayor Olga Gonzalez, along with elected officials from Osceola, Orange and Seminole counties joined members of the Central Florida Hotel & Lodging Association (CFHLA) for the annual Patriot Day Remembrance Breakfast at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Orlando at SeaWorld to reflect on the tragic events on September 11, 2001 and honor local first responders Friday. During the ceremony local law enforcement, fire rescue, emergency medical services and security personnel were recognized for distinguished service in the line of duty.
9/11 survivor Jimmy Brown, retired NYPD officer and FDNY firefighter, shares his 9/11 experience during his keynote at the Central Florida Hotel & Lodging Association (CFHLA)’s 2023 Patriot Day Remembrance Breakfast Friday, September 9, 2023. Photo: J. Willie David III/Florida National News.
Orange County Tax Collector Scott Randolph pours coffee for Orange County Commissioner Mayra Uribe as her husband Kevin Sutton looks on during CFHLA’s 2023 Patriot Day Remembrance Breakfast at the DoubleTree by Hilton Orlando at SeaWorld Friday, September 9, 2023. Photo: J Willie David III/Florida National News.
Seminole County Sheriff Dennis Lemma delivers remarks during the CFHLA’s 2023 Patriot Day Remembrance Breakfast at the DoubleTree by Hilton Orlando at SeaWorld Friday, September 9, 2023. Photo: J Willie David III/Florida National News.
CFHLA President and CEO Robert Agrusa delivers remarks during the CFHLA’s 2023 Patriot Day Remembrance Breakfast at the DoubleTree by Hilton Orlando at SeaWorld Friday, September 9, 2023. Photo: J Willie David III/Florida National News.
Orlando Fire Chief Charlie Salazar converses with other attendees during the CFHLA’s 2023 Patriot Day Remembrance Breakfast at the DoubleTree by Hilton Orlando at SeaWorld Friday, September 9, 2023. Photo: J Willie David III/Florida National News.
Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings (center) converses with other attendees during the CFHLA’s 2023 Patriot Day Remembrance Breakfast at the DoubleTree by Hilton Orlando at SeaWorld Friday, September 9, 2023. Photo: J Willie David III/Florida National News.
CFHLA’s 2023 Patriot Day Breakfast – (2nd left to right): Orlando Fire Chief Charlie Salazar, Orlando City District 3 Commissioner Robert Stuart, Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer (center), WESH 2 Anchor Nancy Alvarez, the event’s emcee, look on during the ceremony. Photo: J Willie David III/Florida National News
CFHLA presents Harbour Hope International with a $500 donation during the CFHLA’s 2023 Patriot Day Remembrance Breakfast at the DoubleTree by Hilton Orlando at SeaWorld Friday, September 9, 2023. Photo: J Willie David III/Florida National News.
The 9/11 victims at the Twin Towers are honored during CFHLA’s 2023 Patriot Day Remembrance Breakfast at the DoubleTree Hilton at SeaWorld in Orlando Friday, September 9, 2023. Photo: J. Willie David III/Florida National News.
CFHLA’s 2023 Patriot Day Honorees
Lifetime Achievement Award: Lt. James Napier, Kissimmee Police Department
Lt. Napier receives the Lifetime Achievement Award during the CFHLA’s 2023 Patriot Day Remembrance Breakfast at the DoubleTree by Hilton Orlando at SeaWorld Friday, September 9, 2023. Photo: J. Willie David III/Florida National News.
Life Saving Award: Hospitality: Michael Gifford, Signia by Hiton Orlando Bonnet Creek & Waldorf Astoria
Life Saving Award: Fire Rescue/EMS: Seminole County Fire Department and Seminole County Police Department
Life Saving Award: Law Enforcement: Officer Omar Valle-Torres, Ocoee Police Department
Distinguished Service Award: Lt. Benjamin Wootson II, City of Orlando Fire Department and Master Deputy Luis W. Prosper, Orange County Sheriff’s Office
City of Orlando Fire Lt. Benjamin Wootson II receives the Distinguished Service Award during the CFHLA’s 2023 Patriot Day Remembrance Breakfast at the DoubleTree by Hilton Orlando at SeaWorld Friday, September 9, 2023.
Master Deputy Luis W. Prosper receives the Distinguished Service Award during the CFHLA’s 2023 Patriot Day Remembrance Breakfast at the DoubleTree by Hilton Orlando at SeaWorld Friday, September 9, 2023.
Heroism Award: Law Enforcement: Deputies Eddie Cruz and Paul LeCompte, Orange County Sheriff’s Office
Orange County Sheriff deputies Eddie Cruz and Paul LeCompte (3rd from right and 2nd from right, respectively) along with fellow deputies, receive the Distinguished Service award during the CFHLA’s 2023 Patriot Day Remembrance Breakfast at the DoubleTree by Hilton Orlando at SeaWorld Friday, September 9, 2023.
Over 500 attendees attended the annual event.
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