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Lynnea Dawes

From: cfhla@memberclicks-mail.net on behalf of CFHLASent: Friday, February 19, 2016 12:28 PMTo: communications@cfhla.orgSubject: CFHLA - Back of the House - February 19, 2016

Volume 1 - Edition 7 02/19/2016

In This Issue...

WOW!

LAST CHANCE

HEALTH

GAME TIME

RIDGE / TRIPOLI

OSCEOLA

OPENING

PARTNERS IN ACTION

CHALLENGE

VIP SPOTLIGHT

YELLOW

SEMINAR

NEW

WOW!

Yesterday, Florida Governor Rick Scott announced that a record-breaking

105 Million Visitors

traveled to the State of Florida in 2015!

CFHLA is PROUD of the Florida Hospitality Industry - especially our Central Florida area -

for supporting another successful year in Tourism!

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SKWARLO

HOSPITALITY OPPORTUNITIES

This Newsletter proudly sponsored by:

Honorees

February Allied Member of the Month

Charlie Weddle TRS Wireless, Inc.

February Lodging Member of the Month

Photo Credit: Orlando Sentinel

To learn more about this accomplishment, please CLICK HERE.

LAST CHANCE

ORIENTATION THIS MONDAY!

The Dale Carnegie Course 12 Week "effective communication" training program -

is being offered to all CFHLA Members at a

Discounted Price!

Importantly, all Members are being offered a

Complimentary, No-Obligation

Info Session / Orientation:

Monday, February 22

5:30PM - 7:30PM

at the CFHLA Offices.

CFHLA Members are being offered a discounted fee of:

$1,795

Additionally, Dale Carnegie Training will donate $100 per student registration

to the CFHLA Foundation for Hospitality Scholarships.

For more information (including course layout) and registration, please visit:

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Brian Comes Hyatt Regency Orlando

2016 CFHLA Executive Committee

Chairperson Dave Bartek Loews Hotels

1st Vice Chairperson David Friederich The Kessler Collection

2nd Vice Chairperson Doug Ridge Orlando World Center Marriott

Secretary Fred Sawyers Walt Disney World Swan & Dolphin

Treasurer Jetse Pottinga Melia Orlando Suite Hotel

Assistant Treasurer Brian Comes Hyatt Regency Orlando

Historian Laura Sherman CLC Regal Oaks

Immediate Past Chair Gerald Urquiola Caribe Royale Resort & Convention Center

Partners of the Month:

Engineers Breakfast

Associated Planners Group

Executive Committee Meeting

ATM FLA

www.CFHLA.org/Educational-Seminar

HEALTH

Recently, CFHLA hosted two

Health Seminars for Osceola and Orange County Lodging Members

to provide important information relating to the

Zika Virus.

CFHLA thanks the following guest presenters for their participation:

Nathaly Acosta, MPH TB / Epidemiology & Refugee Health Program Manager

Florida Department of Health in Osceola County

Kelly Deutsch Manager, Orange County Mosquito Control

Christopher Hunter M.D., Ph.D. Director, Orange County Health Services

Christopher Hunter presents to the Orange County Lodging Member Seminar Attendees

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Governmental Affairs Committee Meeting

Spinout Guest Laundries, Inc.

UCf Area General Managers Meeting

Bright House Networks Enterprise Solutions

Osceola County General Managers Meeting

Minuteman Press

February Membership Luncheon and Seminar

Belfor Property Restoration

Summit BroadBand

Hospitality News:

Florida breaks record for tourist visitation in 2015 Orlando Business Journal - The Buzz Richard Bilbao Like Orlando, Florida can barely keep up with all the tourists wanting to visit and spend their vacations in the Sunshine State. According to the Associated Press, Florida welcomed more than 105 million tourists last year well above the 100 million tourist goal Florida Gov. Rick Scott wanted to see happen for the state. Scott is expected to be giving an official announcement for the figures today at Epcot. Obviously, Orlando plays a huge role in the state's tourism appeal by drawing more than 62 million visitors each year. The theme parks, hotel amenities, convention market and more all help to keep the region as the top leisure destination on the planet. That's also good for the $60 billion tourism and travel industry that services tourists and business travelers and will help to further make the region a prime investment spot for anyone wishing to get a piece of the tourism pie.

Nathaly Acosta presents to an intimate group of Osceola County Lodging Members

For more information pertaining to the Zika Virus, please CLICK HERE.

GAME TIME

Invite your friends and family!

It is almost time to Kickoff the MLS Season!

On

Tuesday, March 1, 5PM - 7PM CFHLA and Orlando City will host the

Orlando City

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SeaWorld Entertainment makes hotel development plans with new division Orlando Business Journal - The Buzz Richard Bilbao SeaWorld Entertainment Inc. (NYSE: SEAS) has made the first major move toward adding new hotel properties to its theme parks nationwide. The company announced on Feb. 19 it has formed the resort development group aimed at "leading the resort construction and development efforts" SeaWorld CEO and President Joel Manby announced last November. The company named Steve Iandolo, a former vice president of hotel development for Herschend Family Entertainment, as the new vice president of resort development for SeaWorld. Iandolo's experience also traces back to Universal Studios Parks & Resorts where was creative director for the development of Universal Orlando Resort's Royal Pacific Resort, Hard Rock Hotel and Portofino Bay Hotel, said the release. This is a huge move by SeaWorld to fulfill its commitment to enter the hotel development game that its competitors Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando have dominated for a long time. Hotels are big revenue generators for theme parks as they serve as new revenue sources and also encourage overnights stays that could lead to repeat visitation to the theme park. Last month, rumors were that SeaWorld had hired a hotel consultant with the plan to add up to 2,500 hotel rooms throughout its theme parks. In Orlando, SeaWorld has more than 135 acres of developable land that could house a new hotel, as well as various other existing properties the company could partner with or acquire ad re-theme with more SeaWorld branding.

Kickoff Tailgate Party - a family friendly, community event - at

To purchase your tickets - which includes 2 drink tickets, meet and greet opportunities, and a

ticket to the opening game on Sunday, March 6 - please visit:

www.CFHLA.org/OCSC.

CFHLA Salutes the Kickoff Tailgate Party Sponsors:

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See what impact Disneys potential hotel plans may have in Orlando Orlando Business Journal Richard Bilbao Theres a saying that when Disney sneezes, Orlando catches a cold, and its the same case when the theme park giant does something to grow its business. Thats why Orlando needs to heed what The Walt Disney Co. executives may be watching at Walt Disney World that could lead to new hotel rooms. During the companys Feb. 9 first-quarter 2016 earnings call, Disney COO Tom Staggs said the success of the companys domestic hotels they enjoy up to 92 percent occupancy rates signal that the company could consider growing its hotel inventory to meet that demand. We see opportunity, given the strong occupancy of room nights to expand hotel capacity down the road, he said, during the call. Walt Disney World has 25 hotels with more than 30,000 total hotel rooms, ranging from value to moderate and deluxe amenities. So the idea that the theme park company could add more inventory is staggering, especially anytime it invests in a new project designed to be the best, most cutting-edge ones the world has seen yet. A new Disney hotel push could mean hundreds of millions of dollars in new investment for Orlando that translates into thousands of new temporary construction and permanent hotel jobs. In addition, the success Disney can find via new hotels may draw more visitors to the region, which translates into more opportunities for local tourism businesses to get their piece of the $60 billion annual tourist spending pie. So with the plans to add new attractions at nearly all its parks within the next one to three years, this is the time for Disney to prepare for increases in attendance, said Abe Pizam, dean with the University of Central Floridas Rosen College of Hospitality Management. They have a captive audience.

RIDGE / TRIPOLI

Two CFHLA Leaders will soon be leaving the Central Florida area, due to new positions out of state.

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Its wise on their part to be thinking this. Disney is in the midst of building multiple expansions at its parks, including Pandora The World of Avatar at Disneys Animal Kingdom, the Star Wars and Toy Story expansions at Disneys Hollywood Studios, and adding an experience themed in the world of the film Frozen at Epcot. They probably will try to synchronize the hotel plan with the [theme park] plans, Pizam said. As for what kind of hotels to expect, Pizam said it makes the most sense to stick with midrange ones that can accommodate the most visitors. Their most successful hotels are the midrange hotels the low- and high-end hotels are doing OK but this requires a significant investment, and those work. Is there a risk to invest more? Yes, but there is always a risk just like any other business. And when it comes to Disney, the risk is minimal.

CFHLA 2nd Vice Chairman

Doug Ridge will soon be relocating from the

Orlando World Center Marriott to the

Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center in Maryland, near Washington D.C.

Additionally, former CFHLA Chairman and current

Governmental Affairs Committee Chairman

Scott Tripoli will be leaving the DoubleTree by Hilton Orlando at SeaWorld

for a new position as the Resort General Manager at

The Grand Hotel Marriott Resort, Golf Club & Spa in Point Clear, AL.

Both Mr. Ridge and Mr. Tripoli will be greatly missed, however, CFHLA Membership and staff wish

each of these fine lodging professionals all the best in their new career opportunities.

Congratulations Doug and Scott on

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your new positions, and Best Wishes!

OSCEOLA

ATTENTION: OSCEOLA COUNTY MEMBERS

For the third consecutive year CFHLA, in partnership with the Kissimmee / Osceola County Chamber of Commerce,

will produce the

State of the County Address:

Osceola County.

This luncheon is set to occur

Thursday, March 10, 12Noon - 1:30PM at

Osceola Heritage Park.

Osceola County Chairwoman

Viviana Janer

will serve as the Keynote Presentor for the main program: "Blueprint for the Future: Building the New Osceola County."

For more information and registration, please visit:

www.CFHLA.org/Community-Events.

Additionally, CFHLA recognizes the sponsors of this event:

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OPENING

Recently, the

Home2 Suites by Hilton

Orlando International Drive South celebrated the official opening with a

Ribbon Cutting Ceremony.

This new property, featuring 146 suites, is the first "Home2 Suites by Hilton" brand in the

Central Florida Area, and is located near the Orlando Premium Outlets - Vineland Ave.

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CONGRATULATIONS HOME2 SUITES BY HILTON ORLANDO INTERNATIONAL

DRIVE SOUTH!

PARTNERS IN ACTION

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The

CFHLA Allied Relations Council recently delivered donated items to

Lockhart Elementary School - the Council's Adopt-A-School Partner -

including uniforms for the students and food items.

Additionally, the Council recently donated

$8,400 in materials to support reading education

for Lockhart Elementary Students.

These funds were secured by the Allied Relations Council at the

2015 ARC Bowling Fundraiser

for the Adopt-A-School Program

CFHLA Allied Relations Council Vice Chairman Cindy Traenkner of Domino's (left) and

CFHLA Allied Relations Council Secretary Jay Hunt of Massey PrevenTech Commercial Services (right) with members of the Lockhart Elementary School faculty and staff

THANK YOU

CFHLA Allied Relations Council for your continued support of Lockhart Elementary School

and Public Education in Central Florida!

To learn more about the CFHLA Adopt-A-School Program, please visit:

www.CFHLA.org/Adopt-A-School-Program.

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CHARITY CHALLENGE

Once again, Seminole County Commissioner Lee Constantine is hosting the

Charity Challenge on Saturday, May 14,

at the Orlando Citrus Bowl!

CFHLA is requesting all members consider registering a team (or two) for this event - and designating the

CFHLA Foundation as your chosen charity.

For your information,

half of your registration fee

will be donated to the CFHLA Foundation - to support local Hospitality Education via scholarships and grants.

For more information and registration, please visit:

www.CharityChallengeInc.org

VIP SPOTLIGHT

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Orlando Health is a $2.3 billion not-for-profit health care organization and a community-based network of physician practices, hospitals, and outpatient care centers throughout Central Florida. The organization is home to the areas only Level One Trauma Centers for adults and pediatrics and is a

statutory teaching hospital system that offers both specialty and community hospitals. More than 2,000 physicians have privileges at Orlando Health, which is also one of the areas largest employers with more than 15,000

employees who serve nearly 2 million Central Florida residents and more than 4,500 international patients annually. Additionally, Orlando Health provides more than $270 million in support of community health needs.

Fun fact: Orlando Health | Dr. P. Phillips Hospital has been serving the hospitality and tourism area since 1985 and has

approximately 80,000 visits to its emergency department annually.

YELLOW

CFHLA is proud to annouce that the

2016 Yellow Pages (Allied Member Directory) is currently being printed!

This useful

"Members Doing Business With Members" tool will be distributed to Lodging Members within the next week.

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CFHLA thanks Member Services Director

Ron Wrobel for his efforts in producing this Membership Publication.

SEMINAR

CFHLA Allied Member

Lowndes, Drosdick, Doster, Kantor, & Reed, PA is offering a

Hospitality Industry Seminar for Lodging Members on

Thursday, March 10, 4:30PM - 6:30PM.

This seminar will feature a panel discussion with featured speakers, including:

Barry Bloom Xenia Hotels & Resorts

Mark Kessler The Kessler Collection

Paul Sexton HREC Investment Advisors

For more information and to register, please CLICK HERE.

NEW

Recently, the CFHLA Allied Relations Council (ARC) Board appointed a new member to fill a vacancy created by a resignation.

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Darren Whipple of Blue Squid Solutions is the newest member of the Board.

WELCOME DARREN WHIPPLE!

SKWARLO

2016 CFHLA Board Member:

Bruce Skwarlo General Manager of the

Orlando Marriott Lake Mary Birthday: August 24

Fun Fact: Mr. Skwarlo's first job in the Hospitality Industry was

working as a dishwasher at a family restaurant. His greatest accomplishment was earning a lifetime

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CHA Designation after 25 years in the industry.

Thank you Bruce Skwarlo for serving as a CFHLA Leader!

HOSPITALITY OPPORTUNITIES

Below please find current hospitality employment opportunities:

Front Desk Agent, Cafe Attendant,

and Host Needed! Best Western Lake Buena Vista Resort Hotel

CLICK HERE to view the job descriptions

Laundry Supervisor Caribe Royale Resort & Convention Center

CLICK HERE to view the job description

Job Fair! Hyatt Regency Orlando

CLICK HERE for more information and a list of open positions

Food & Beverage Attendant Fairfield Inn & Suites Orlando

Lake Buena Vista in the Marriott Village CLICK HERE to view the job description

Loss Prevention Officer, Rooms Controller,

and MORE! Grande Lakes Orlando

CLICK HERE to view the open positions

Housekeeper, Guest Service Representative,

and MORE! Marriott International (Orlando Locations) CLICK HERE to view the open positions

To submit job postings, please forward a job description or application link to CFHLA Staff Person Lynnea Dawes - Communications@cfhla.org.

This Newsletter is Proudly Sponsored By:

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