Orlando Market Insights | Q3 2026
Welcome to Market Insights, a quarterly roundup of data and analysis from the OEP’s Research & Strategy team.
Orange County Mayoral Candidates Participate in a LIVE Debate Highlighting the Future of Orlando
Orlando Economic Partnership and WFTV Channel 9 to Host Live Orange County Mayoral Debate on August 4 at 8 p.m.
Orlando Economic Partnership, British Consulate General and BABC Central Florida Celebrate Transition of His Majesty’s Consuls General Press Release
The event celebrated the longstanding economic, trade and cultural ties between the United Kingdom and Central Florida, while recognizing the critical role of the British Consulate and business community in strengthening transatlantic partnerships.
Green Ammo Opens First U.S. Office in Orlando
The new office serves as Green Ammo’s U.S. operations hub, supporting customer engagement, product demonstrations, and engineering coordination, as well as training, logistics, and program execution for U.S. military and allied defense customers.
OEP Top 30 MSA Comparison Tool Wins National Data Analytics Award Press Release
The prestigious 2026 Economic and Workforce Development Applied Research Awards recognizes the Orlando Economic Partnership’s Top 30 MSA Comparison Tool as a profound demonstration of innovative research that benefits regional communities.
Marco’s Pizza Expands Headquarters with New Operations Center of Excellence in Orlando Press Release
The State-of-the-art Hub in Downtown Orlando will host franchisees, enhance training, and accelerate operational performance.
Orlando Strengthens Global Position as New Report Highlights Talent, Trade, and Investment Growth
This year’s Global Orlando Report underscores the region’s emergence as a global creative capital and outlines a strategy to accelerate…
Orlando Economic Partnership Announces Key Leadership Promotions to Accelerate Regional Innovation and Economic Growth Press Release
These leadership appointments position the OEP, and the broader region, to navigate a rapidly evolving economic landscape shaped by artificial intelligence, emerging technologies, and shifting global dynamics.
Economic Development in Action: Celebrate Economic Development Week 2026 Press Release
This year’s theme, “Economic Development in Action,” showcases how strategic economic development drives job creation, investment, and long-term prosperity for the region.
Orange County Launches New Film and Television Incentive Program Press Release
Eligible film, television, and commercial productions can now apply for performance-based incentives designed to support projects that generate local economic impact.
Leadership Orlando Relaunches Alumni Association Press Release
Through curated experiences, exclusive access to regional leaders, and meaningful engagement opportunities, alumni will remain connected to one another, to current community issues, and to the mission of Leadership Orlando.
Welcoming the 2026 Civic Leaders Class of the OEP’s Public Leadership Institute
This latest cohort brings together a diverse group of 26 emerging and established professionals from business, nonprofit, and community sectors who share a commitment to public service and advancing regional progress.