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Lake Nona Regional Chamber of Commerce Announces Executive Director Transition
Lake Nona Regional Chamber of Commerce Announces Executive Director Transition Lake Nona, FL – October 2026 Charlene Pagan, Lake Nona Regional Chamber Director of Operations The Lake Nona Regional Chamber of Commerce announces that Executive Director Ashley Loute will be transitioning from her role due to personal circumstances unrelated to the Chamber. The Board of…
Lake Nona Regional Chamber Launches Leadership Nona Cohort 3, Welcoming 16 Regional Leaders
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE LAKE NONA REGIONAL CHAMBER LAUNCHES LEADERSHIP NONA COHORT 3 Charlene Pagan, Lake Nona Regional Chamber Associate Director of Marketing & Events Sixteen regional leaders begin an immersive leadership journey with Amazon, program facilitator Rich Maladecki and a leadership lesson from Dr. Linda Travelute. Media Contact: Ashley Loute, MAL | Executive Director |…
UCF Lake Nona Hospital nurses help shape the future of AI-supported patient care
UCF Lake Nona Hospital nurses help shape the future of AI-supported patient care Charlene Pagan, Lake Nona Regional Chamber Associate Director of Marketing & Events Posted by cfelixcpa | Sep 24, 2026 | SF STAT! | 0 | UCF Lake Nona Hospital CEO Wendy Brandon speaks at the Lake Nona Regional Chamber’s State of Medical…
Beep-Freebee Merger Fuels Florida’s Economy
Beep-Freebee Merger Fuels Florida’s Economy Charlene Pagan, Lake Nona Regional Chamber Associate Director of Marketing & Events Clean Transportation Innovators Expand Through Chamber Involvement Two leaders in autonomous and electric public transportation, Orlando-based Beep and Miami-based Freebee, merged in September, creating a national powerhouse in the industry. The merger shows how investments in clean, innovative…
New opportunity for Lake Nona small businesses
New Opportunity for Lake Nona Small Businesses Charlene Pagan, Lake Nona Regional Chamber Associate Director of Marketing & Events 08 April, 2026 Orange County Government Public Information Officer Email: PIO@ocfl.net Orange County Launches New Small Business Enterprise (SBE) Program Application portal opens for businesses seeking certification Orange County, FL – Orange County today announced the launch…
From Vision to Reality: Building Lake Nona’s Future Together
From Vision to Reality: Building Lake Nona’s Future Together Ashley Loute, Lake Nona Regional Chamber Executive Director Economic development is often measured by new buildings, company announcements, or cranes dotting the skyline. But behind every ribbon cutting is something much bigger – people, partnerships, and a shared vision for the future. As I reflected on…
Ashley Loute of Lake Nona Regional Chamber of Commerce Completes 1st Year at Institute for Organization Management A Leadership Training Program Produced by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce
Ashley Loute of Lake Nona Regional Chamber of Commerce Completes 1st Year at Institute for Organization Management A Leadership Training Program Produced by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – JULY 3, 2026 Contact: Karyn MacRae 202-463-5570 WASHINGTON, D.C.- Institute for Organization Management, the professional development program of…
Edward Jones announces new Lake Nona office opening in August 2026
Edward Jones announces new Lake Nona office opening in August 2026 For immediate release ORLANDO, FL – July 9, 2026 – An Edward Jones office is under development in Lake Nona, with an anticipated opening in August 2026. The location will bring together several financial advisors and client support team members in a…
Lake Nona Regional Chamber of Commerce Announces Strategic Partnership with Florida Korean American Chamber of Commerce (FLKACC)
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Lake Nona Regional Chamber of Commerce Announces Strategic Partnership with Florida Korean American Chamber of Commerce (FLKACC) Orlando, FL – On Saturday, March 28, the Lake Nona Regional Chamber of Commerce (LNRCC) formally entered into a strategic partnership with the Florida Korean American Chamber of Commerce (FLKACC) through the signing of a…
Press Release – LNRCC Executive Director Appointment
Press Release – LNRCC Executive Director Appointment Purpose-Driven Leader with Decade of Experience Named Executive Director of Lake Nona Regional Chamber of Commerce Lake Nona, FL – November 24, 2025 – The Lake Nona Regional Chamber of Commerce announces the appointment of Ashley Loute as its new Executive Director, ushering in a transformative era for…