When I became your Commissioner in 2012, it was clear that as we continue to build new neighborhoods, we needed to provide more recreational opportunities for our residents. I’m happy to announce that on September 1st, we will break ground on two regional parks; the East Airfield Park at the west end of Dowden Road and Laureate Park, near the new elementary school. The … [Read more...]
Certara Comes to Lake Nona
When we think of pharmaceutical research, it’s easy to imagine scientists in a far-off land tucked away in a secret room. The location for this story: GuideWell Innovation Research. Far off and tucked away? Not so much. Welcome Certara. Certara is the global leader in model-informed drug development and regulatory science. Certara optimizes drug development and improves … [Read more...]
Lake Nona Town Center New Hotel Announced
(Lake Nona, FL) August 9th, 2017 The development of the Lake Nona Town Center continues with the recent announcement of the Lake Nona Town Center Hotel. Tavistock announced this latest addition to the list of business coming to the Town Center; a new 215-room hotel designed by architect giant Arquitectonica, that will feature “a sleek exterior, grand motor court … [Read more...]
‘Doing Business’ Panel Spotlights Research, Collaboration, Future Growth
The Orlando Business Journal’s annual “Doing Business in Medical City” event brought together leaders from some of Lake Nona’s anchor institutions to discuss ongoing and future projects happening right here in our backyard. Business and community leaders from across Central Florida came together to learn about featured research and technology projects, unique collaborations and … [Read more...]
Lake Nona’s Tom Keen runs for Orlando City Commissioner District 1
On March 17, decorated military veteran and aerospace businessman Tom Keen became the first candidate to enter the race for Orlando City Commissioner District 1. “We need a city commissioner who shows up,” Keen said at his filing. Keen showed up for 21 years as a Naval Flight Officer, where he gained his first technical oversight and budgeting experience. Serving our … [Read more...]