THE TOURISM IMPACT INITIATIVE – CENTRAL FLORIDA | Kick-Off Summit 2026

DAY: June 11th
TIME: 11:00 am to 1:30 pm
LOCATION: Sixty Vines7760 Sand Lake Rd., Orlando, FL 32819

Tourism is not just travel.
It is investment, jobs, business growth, and economic development.

Join us for the official launch of the Tourism Impact Initiative – Central Florida, a powerful new platform by the HAPBWA Foundation designed to connect tourism with leadership, entrepreneurship, and real economic opportunity.

This exclusive Kick-Off Summit 2026 will bring together leaders from across industries to explore how tourism fuels business ecosystems, drives innovation, and creates pathways for women, youth, and entrepreneurs in Central Florida.

• High-level roundtable discussion with industry leaders
• Insight into tourism as a business and investment platform
• Strategic networking with professionals and decision-makers
• A curated business luncheon experience
• First access to a transformational initiative shaping the future of Central Florida

• Jacklyne Schottmiller, Director of Public Relations, Visit Orlando
• Zack Brodersen, Government Affairs Manager, Central Florida Hotel and Lodging Association
• Melanie Santos, Business Development Manager, Central Florida Carnival Cruise Line

Mayra Ramos Miro - Master of Ceremony

Central Florida is one of the most powerful tourism ecosystems in the world.
This summit will show you how to leverage that ecosystem for:

• Business growth
• Strategic partnerships
• Leadership development
• Investment opportunities

This is not just an event.
It is the beginning of a movement connecting tourism with economic impact.

• Business owners and entrepreneurs
• Hospitality and tourism professionals
• Corporate leaders and executives
• Investors and developers
• Community leaders and organizations
• Students and emerging professionals

🎟️ General Admission: $95 (price subject to adjustment)

Includes:

• Access to the full summit experience
• Business luncheon at Sixty Vines
• Networking opportunities

Business professional.
Not mandatory but always welcome colors: Green, Turquoise, Cream, Beige, White

The HAPBWA Foundation is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering women through education, leadership development, and economic opportunity.

Secure your seat and be part of a new vision for tourism, business, and leadership in Central Florida.

Limited capacity. We reserve rights of admission.

Strategic Partnerships & Sponsorship Opportunities

We are inviting organizations to become part of this movement through strategic partnership opportunities designed to provide visibility, access, and positioning within Central Florida’s economic future.

Full Program Sponsorship (9 Months)

Platinum Partner – $10,000
Position your organization as a leader in economic development with top-tier visibility, speaking opportunities, and exclusive access to talent and partnerships.

Gold Partner – $7,500
Gain strong brand positioning, panel participation, and activation opportunities within the program.

Silver Partner – $5,000
Support community impact while receiving visibility and recognition across the initiative.

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Per-Activity Sponsorship Opportunities please contact [email protected]

Each level offers unique opportunities for brand exposure, networking, and engagement within specific program experiences.

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