Tourism Orlando™ Leadership Program

In 2001 the International Drive Resort Area Chamber of Commerce launched the highly acclaimed Tourism Orlando™ Leadership Program. Held one day a month, this exciting 11 month experience enables program participants to learn about the vast components and aspects of the tourism industry while networking with fellow participants. Now in it’s 25th year, over 1,000 people have graduated from Tourism Orlando™.

Program participants will experience firsthand the vast components and aspects of the tourism industry. Each day will be comprised of unique behind the scenes experiences, special presentations and workshops at the:

Program Participants will:

  • Grow in awareness and understanding of the vast components of the tourism industry.
  • Network and bond with fellow participants through a unique learning experience!
  • Acquire your certificate and “PhT” in tourism.
  • Increase your personal knowledge of the tourism industry to enhance your career opportunities and community leadership.

How long is the program?

The program lasts for 11 months and is one day a month from 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. and is only open to program participants. The next session will begin October 2025 and run through August 2026. The participants are composed of an accomplished group of men and women whose backgrounds include management level experience.

Session Breakdown

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