
The Premier Destination Education and Networking Event
Visit Orlando's Industry Insights Forum returns on August 5, 2026, at the Orange County Convention Center.
Designed for Visit Orlando members across tourism, hospitality, sales, marketing, and business development, this signature event brings together industry professionals for a dynamic day of executive insights, economic outlooks, market intelligence, and future-focused education.
The event features a powerful General Session, interactive Learning Labs led by Visit Orlando team member subject experts, expanded networking opportunities, and an optional Executive Insights Lunch Session. Whether you're planning for the remainder of 2026 or preparing for what comes next, Industry Insights Forum is designed to provide practical takeaways, meaningful connections, and strategic insight to help your organization thrive
Wednesday, August 5, 2026
Orange County Convention Center, West Concourse
9800 International Drive, Orlando, Florida, 32819
BRING THE TEAM
Looking to attend with colleagues or host clients? Corporate Tables provide reserved seating, valuable brand recognition, and a full day of executive insights, education, networking, and industry connections.
Corporate Table Sponsor: $1,650
- Reserved table for 8 guests at the 2026 Industry Insights Forum
- Eight registrations to the General Session, Learning Labs, and NEW Executive Insights Lunch Session
- Reserved seating for your team or invited guests
- Company name displayed on your reserved table
- Recognition as a Silver Corporate Table Sponsor through logo placement on the event website, digital event communications, pre-function presentation, and acknowledgment during opening remarks by Visit Orlando leadership.
Dual Event Corporate Table Sponsor: $2,900
Reserve your team's seats at two of Visit Orlando's signature events while maximizing your organization's visibility.
- Reserved table for 8 guests at two participating signature events
- Reserved seating for your team or invited guests
- Company name displayed on your reserved table at each event
- Recognition as a Silver Corporate Table Sponsor through logo placement on the event website, digital event communications, pre-function presentation, and acknowledgment during opening remarks by Visit Orlando leadership.
Interested in reserving a Corporate Table or learning more about sponsorship opportunities?
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AGENDA
- Registration | Breakfast | Networking7:30 am - 8:30 am
- General Session8:30 am - 10:00 am
- Networking Break10:00 am - 10:15 am
- Learning Labs 110:15 am - 11:00 am
- Networking Break11:00 am - 11:15 am
- Learning Labs 211:15 am - 12:00 pm
- Networking Break12:00 pm -12:15 pm
- Executive Insights Lunch12:15 pm - 1:30 pmOptional add-on. Registration required. Additional fees apply.
GENERAL SESSION
Economic Trends, Travel Intelligence & Future Outlooks
Hosted by Casandra Matej, President & CEO, Visit Orlando
Start the day with executive-level insights focused on the forces shaping the future of travel, tourism, and business.
Visit Orlando President & CEO Casandra Matej will open the program before nationally recognized economist Dr. Anirban Basu examines the latest economic trends, emerging risks, and indicators influencing the road ahead. Attendees will then hear from Maria Henson, Visit Orlando's Senior Director of Market Research & Insights, as she moves beyond the dashboards and headlines to connect Orlando's tourism performance, traveler trends, and market indicators into meaningful insights that help organizations make smarter decisions for the future.
Together, these presentations provide valuable context, perspective, and intelligence to help attendees better understand what matters most today—and what to watch next.

Dr. Anirban Basu
Chairman & CEO
Sage Policy Group, Inc.

Casandra Matej
President & CEO
Visit Orlando

Maria Henson
Senior Director of Market Research & Insights
Visit Orlando
NEW! Executive Insights Lunch
Gen Alpha: Preparing for the Next Generation of Visitors
Presented in Partnership with Razorfish, a Global Marketing and Customer Experience Agency
Extend your Industry Insights Forum experience with our NEW Executive Insights Lunch Session.
Gen Alpha isn't the tween you knew - or were. The most autonomous generation yet, they're reshaping family decision-making, blending IRL and digital experiences seamlessly, and setting new standards for brand engagement across categories, as well as travel. In this session, Razorfish unpacks what makes Gen Alpha unique and outlines how Visit Orlando partners can future-proof their offerings. We'll explore what this cohort values and how they engage with content whether you're designing experiences, shaping digital journeys, or building brand love early. We'll share actionable insights and strategies to ensure your brand doesn't just appeal to Gen Alpha - it becomes part of their core memories.
Optional add-on. Registration required. Additional fees apply.
PRICING
What's included in Your Industry Insights Forum Registration:
✔ Continental Breakfast
✔ General Session
✔ Access to Two Learning Labs of Your Choice
✔ Coffee & Beverage Services
✔ Attendee Workbook and Event Materials
✔ In-Person Access to Visit Orlando Subject Experts
✔ Unique Networking Opportunities
✔ Professional Headshot Lounge
✔ Complimentary Self-Parking
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