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Epic Universe Theme Park Transforms Business Landscape in Orlando Southwest

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火曜日, 5月 14, 2024

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Spanning an impressive 750 acres along Sand Lake Road, Epic Universe is poised to become a cornerstone of entertainment and commerce, creating a monumental impact to the local business landscape.

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Spanning an impressive 750 acres along Sand Lake Road, Epic Universe is poised to become a cornerstone of entertainment and commerce, creating a monumental impact to the local business landscape.
“The arrival of Epic Universe signifies a seismic shift in Orlando's Southwest area, propelling it onto the global stage as a vibrant hub of innovation, entertainment, and commerce," says Mariano.
Epic Universe, the fourth theme park within the Universal Orlando Resort, promises an unparalleled immersive experience across its sprawling grounds.
As Orlando's business landscape undergoes a paradigm shift with the arrival of Epic Universe, opportunities abound for entrepreneurs, startups, and established enterprises alike.

THE CORDISH COMPANIES UNVEILS DETAILS FOR ITS LATEST LIVE! DESTINATION - LIVE! AT THE POINTE ORLANDO - OPENING THIS FALL IN ORLANDO, FLORIDA

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火曜日, 4月 30, 2024

ORLANDO, Fla., April 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Cordish Companies announced today that their 73,000-square-foot dining and entertainment destination at Pointe Orlando will take on the Company's nationally acclaimed Live! hospitality and entertainment brand. LIVE! AT THE POINTE ORLANDO will bring an unmatched food and beverage, social, nightlife and special event experience to Orlando's tourism corridor when it opens this fall, creating a unique block party atmosphere for locals and tourists alike. Located on International Drive, Live! at The Pointe Orlando will be just a short drive from Orlando, Florida's major theme parks and across the street from the Orange County Convention Center. The Company also announced two new venues today for the project – HOUNDSMEN ENGLISH LOUNGE and SHARK BAR – joining previously announced anchor concepts SPORTS & SOCIAL and PBR COWBOY BAR. A major announcement of an additional two-level anchor concept will be happening within the next few weeks. Renderings can be downloaded here.

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at The Pointe Orlando will be just a short drive from Orlando, Florida's major theme parks and across the street from the Orange County Convention Center.
"We are proud to continue working with Brixmor Property Group to bring a world-class experience to Pointe Orlando.
at The Pointe Orlando will offer options for small- and large-scale gatherings that can accommodate guest counts from 10 to over 4,000 people.

Orlando's Perfect Match: Hotel Landy, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel, Brings New Energy to Universal Blvd

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木曜日, 3月 21, 2024

Brought to life by international design and architecture firm Parker Torres , Hotel Landy’s interior spaces embody a sense of creativity and eclecticism.

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Brought to life by international design and architecture firm Parker Torres , Hotel Landy’s interior spaces embody a sense of creativity and eclecticism.
"We are thrilled to unveil Hotel Landy as the latest addition to our growing portfolio," shares Ian Glastein, Co-Head of Real Estate and Managing Principal, Monarch Alternative Capital.
Hotel Landy’s perpetual energy continues with a 24/7 Kinetic Game Room, which includes retro arcade games, dueling Sudoku walls, air hockey and more.
“The energy of this hotel blends so seamlessly with our prime location on Universal Boulevard,” says Demetrius Hodge, Hotel Landy General Manager.

Madison Realty Capital Completes More Than $3 Billion in Transactions in 2023

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火曜日, 2月 27, 2024

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Expanded its lender financing and transitional lending platforms, originating over $685 million in lender financing for four alternative lenders.

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Expanded its lender financing and transitional lending platforms, originating over $685 million in lender financing for four alternative lenders.
The firm’s income-oriented debt investment vehicle continued to execute transactions that target lighter value-add and core-plus real estate deals with a focus on income generation.
The loan replaced a $225 million loan originated by Madison Realty Capital in 2019.
Since inception, Madison Realty Capital has closed on approximately $25 billion of transactions across more than 600 debt and equity positions in the multifamily, retail, office, industrial and hotel sectors.

RENOWNED MANGO'S NIGHTCLUB OWNER/DISNEY DYNAMIC ART DEVELOPER PUBLISHES MEMOIR, A CAUTIONARY TALE OF ENTREPRENEURSHIP AND FAMILY

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月曜日, 11月 13, 2023

ORLANDO, Fla., Nov. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Joshua Wallack, author of REGARDING VICTORY: Adventures in Entrepreneurship Led Back to Love, is a seasoned entrepreneur and leader in the $75B Orlando entertainment and hospitality industry. As the chief operating officer of Mango's Tropical Cafe, his company was an integral component in redefining leisure, entertainment, and land use regulation in the Central Florida region.

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The book delivers emotional, powerful messages on the delicate balance of being very driven at work and present at home.
With deep family entrepreneurial roots, Wallack's journey was anything but conventional.
In 2020, Wallack completed a legendary deal with The Walt Disney Company for the world's largest dynamic digital art installation spanning 337 feet and weighing 250,000 pounds.
Wallack achieved success and notoriety at a young age but at the cost of nearly losing his family.

Fogo de Chão to Open Second Orlando Location

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水曜日, 11月 8, 2023

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ORLANDO, Fla., Nov. 08, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Fogo de Chão , the internationally-renowned restaurant from Brazil that allows guests to make culinary discoveries at every turn, announced today that it has signed a lease agreement to open its second location in Orlando, Florida.

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ORLANDO, Fla., Nov. 08, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Fogo de Chão , the internationally-renowned restaurant from Brazil that allows guests to make culinary discoveries at every turn, announced today that it has signed a lease agreement to open its second location in Orlando, Florida.
The bustling city of Orlando, which was recently named the number one foodie city in the U.S. on WalletHub’s 2023 list of Best Foodie Cities in America , attracts many residents and visitors alike making it an ideal location for Fogo’s sixth location in Florida.
"We are eager to expand our presence in Central Florida and continue to bring the culinary art of churrasco to Orlando’s food-centric community," said Barry McGowan, Chief Executive Officer of Fogo de Chão.
The new restaurant will be located at Vineland Pointe at the junction of I-4 and Daryl Carter Parkway, and marks the second Fogo location in Orlando, Florida.

Catchlight Crossings Sets New Standard for Affordable Housing Communities

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水曜日, 11月 1, 2023

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ORLANDO, Fla., Nov. 01, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, Universal Destinations & Experiences and Wendover Housing Partners marked the beginning of construction and revealed all-new renderings for Catchlight Crossings – a first-of-its-kind affordable housing solution that features 1,000 affordable apartment homes, on-site amenities and services, retail and play areas, and access to transportation and nearby jobs.

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Catchlight Crossings sits on 20 acres of land that was donated by Universal’s not-for-profit, Housing for Tomorrow .
Catchlight Crossings supports Orange County’s Housing for All initiative designed to create lasting community-based solutions for expanding housing options, improving affordability, and providing access to diverse and vibrant neighborhoods for Orange County residents.
Developed by Wendover Housing Partners, an expert in affordable housing communities, with primary construction lending provided by Chase, Catchlight Crossings will feature an on-site, tuition-free Bezos Academy preschool, in addition to educational opportunities offered in partnership with the University of Central Florida.
“Affordable housing with access to education and opportunity levels the playing field for all to thrive and sets an example for what can be done in other communities.”
The first phase of Catchlight Crossings is expected to open in 2026.

PEPSICO BEVERAGES NORTH AMERICA OPENS NEW DISTRIBUTION AND SATELLITE WAREHOUSE IN PITTSBURGH, PA

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水曜日, 11月 1, 2023

PURCHASE, N.Y., Nov. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, PepsiCo Beverages North America (PBNA) announced a brand-new 150,000 square foot distribution and satellite warehouse in the Pittsburgh, PA area, following a ribbon cutting ceremony. With a presence in the area for more than 65 years and having recently celebrated the Pepsi brand's 125th anniversary, PepsiCo Beverages North America is continuing to invest in the greater Pittsburgh metro area by enhancing its business operations and committing to future job opportunities.

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The Pittsburgh warehouse, officially located in Coraopolis, PA, welcomed all 275 employees from the former McKee's Rocks facility and was built with future growth in mind.
"At PepsiCo Beverages North America, we're proud to invest and build for the future, across the North Division.
With this new facility, we have upgraded our operation, providing a better experience for our team," said Richard Glover, North Division President, PepsiCo Beverages North America.
The new facility is located on International Drive in Coraopolis, PA, just north of Pittsburgh International Airport and off I-376.

BIZCENTER USA Celebrates 5 Years of Providing Top-Notch Coworking Services in Orlando

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火曜日, 9月 5, 2023

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BIZCENTER USA ( www.bizcenterusa.com ), the premier coworking company in Orlando, today announced the start of its 5th anniversary’s celebration.

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BIZCENTER USA ( www.bizcenterusa.com ), the premier coworking company in Orlando, today announced the start of its 5th anniversary’s celebration.
Since its foundation on September 27, 2018, BIZCENTER USA has been committed to providing outstanding services to its members.
BIZCENTER USA is a subsidiary of Multimedia, Inc., a well-respected international advertising company established in Orlando since 1991.
"We are thrilled to celebrate our 5th anniversary of providing top-notch coworking services in Orlando," said Fernando.

Madison Realty Capital Originates $240 Million Mortgage Loan for 526-Unit Villa-Hotel Resort in Orlando, Florida

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木曜日, 8月 3, 2023

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Baseline and JSB also secured an additional $40 million mezzanine loan for the acquisition from a private foreign family office.

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Baseline and JSB also secured an additional $40 million mezzanine loan for the acquisition from a private foreign family office.
Baseline plans to leverage its relationship with its sister company, Villatel, a hospitality brand and management company focused on short term rentals, to operate the 526 units inside the fully amenitized, hotel-style resort.
Josh Zegen, Managing Principal and Co-Founder of Madison Realty Capital, said, “Madison Realty Capital is pleased to provide flexible financing to Baseline Property Group and JSB Capital for the acquisition of single family rental properties to be operated as resort-style short term rentals in one of the top tourist destinations in the United States.
Villatel Orlando Resort, as the property will be known, is a truly unique “villa-hotel” resort.