Orlando technology workers earn over 100% more than others
A new deep dive into tech salaries by tech trade association CompTIA found that the median tech wage for Orlando's tech workers was $87,114, or 132% higher than the overall median wage.
Lake County to get new UCF Business Incubator-Eustis in August
The new Eustis incubator will be housed at 343 N. Bay St., a 99-year-old Mega Properties building of about 10,000 square feet size, most of which is dedicated to the incubator.
Women in Tech & Entrepreneurship Orlando chapter to launch this month
Women in Tech & Entrepreneurship, a member-led community of women working in the technology and startups space, is launching its Orlando chapter on May 19.
Orlando’s access to fast-charging EV stations slated to grow
Hertz on May 11 announced a new private-public partnership, Hertz Electrifies Orlando, with the city of Orlando that will benefit the local rideshare market and some of the metro's low-income communities while supporting the city's sustainability objectives.
CEO Austin Russell says car-tech firm 'Luminar is firing on all cylinders'
Last month, Volvo Cars unveiled the new Luminar-equipt 4-seater EX90 Excellence. According to Russell, the relationship with Mercedes-Benz also is going strong.
Istari CEO Will Roper on simulation, digital twins and the engineering metaverse
A computer simulation, or digital twin, should represent reality well enough — in the sphere of its intent — that it can be relied upon for strategic decision making.
Orlando events promoter Ricky Padilla moves to FLY 103.1 with DJ Nasty
By sharing music, creating events and entertaining audiences, Ricky Padilla has built an entertainment kingdom in Orlando.
A post-pandemic boost for Winter Park retailers
Backstage at Winter Park Fashion Week, new friendships were formed as the shop owners worked with models and bonded over their shared love of fashion.
Long-running comedy open mic returns to downtown
The Monday mic at The Other Bar is back for good, and now it's Jarri Knows at the helm.
Tivid Technologies' fresh take on content distribution lands investor
Metro Orlando's Tivid Technologies, an alternative to major film and TV streaming services that touts itself as "the future of movie rental," has landed a new partnership with Techrupt Innovations.
DeLand rapper Goldenboy Countup to drop new mixtape ‘Love Golden 2’
DeLand rapper Goldenboy Countup has a big fanbase among women, which helped secure his record deal with Simple Stupid Records, an imprint of Geffen Records.
Orlando comedians hope Wednesday open mics at Bull and Bush survive
In Orlando, an important breeding ground for local comedic talent is the Wednesday night open mic at Bull & Bush, the British pub in the Milk District.
Carmen Morales and Ken Miller come 'Home' to the Orlando Improv
The Orlando Improv typically reserves prime nights for touring headliners, but this week, two comedians who came up in Orlando, Ken Miller and Carmen Morales, are treating everyone to two special nights.
Legendary mash-up DJ Girl Talk plays Orlando this week
Greg Gillis, better known as Girl Talk, is on tour and will make a stop in Orlando’s Beacham this Thursday for the first time in 14 years.
Orlando comedian Ken Miller hosts 11th annual toy drive
Every year, Ken Miller shows out with a solid line-up of comedians performing for free at this gathering aimed at collecting holiday gifts for local kids.
The Fusion Awards are back for round six
To understand the Fusion Awards, you need to know its founder, Jennifer Desire, whose enterprise Fusion & Co. is multifaceted and includes frequent artist showcases.
Orlando self-help authors tap into growing market
Self-help books, also categorized as personal development, are among the top-selling eBook genres.
MAX to bring low lights and high energy to Orlando
Pop artist MAX performs at the Plaza Live on Thursday, as part of his current world tour, winding down with 17 stops left.
The future of sound takes root in Orlando at Hacienda Mastering and Valencia College
Stereo sound gives you two channels: left and right. Atmos gives you 128: that’s surround sound. It’s immersive, and it’s fabulous.
Orlando musicians face off for an EST Gee opening slot
A local musician is going to score the coveted opening slot for Louisville rapper (and Machine Gun Kelly collaborator) EST Gee at Gilt this Saturday — we just don’t know who that is yet.