Richard Bilbao
Editor-in-Chief at Orlando Business Journal
#GirlDad and Editor in Chief for Orlando Business Journal @objupdate | (407) 241-2888 | [email protected]
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bizjournals.com | Richard Bilbao
Few industries are more synonymous with Orlando than tourism and hospitality. Thanks to an ever-growing industry in tourism, travel, hospitality, food and beverage, entertainment and more, the region's biggest economic driver — easily worth billions of dollars in impact and local wages. Metro Orlando welcomed 74 million visitors in 2023, according to Visit Orlando research. Those tourists supported more than 464,000 local jobs and generated a $92.5 billion economic impact.
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bizjournals.com | Richard Bilbao
What attracted you to a career in this industry? My background is industrial engineering so I was familiar with careers in manufacturing, logistics and process plants. I learned about the Disney College Program and professional internships, and it was the perfect opportunity to combine my passion for people with a company and brand that I loved. What is a common industry misconception?
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bizjournals.com | Richard Bilbao
What are you most proud of so far? The role we have played in breathing new life into the North International Drive corridor — transforming neglected properties such as Orlando Crossings amongst others into vibrant, high-impact destinations. These projects brought jobs, attracted long-term investment and helped shift the perception of North I-Drive from a transient tourist zone into a growing, mixed-use district with staying power. Career milestones?
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bizjournals.com | Richard Bilbao
What are you most proud of accomplishing so far? Starting my own company. What are some career milestones? In 2001, it was the opening of the Asia area at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. In 2004, we unveiled the Safari Africa expansion at Tampa Zoo. While at SeaWorld Parks, highlights included the Manta coaster at SeaWorld Orlando, major expansions at Discovery Cove, the Verbolten coaster at Busch Gardens Virginia, and a complete transformation of SeaWorld San Diego’s arrival experience.
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3 weeks ago |
bizjournals.com | Richard Bilbao
Marco Manzie Jr. of Paramount Hospitality Management shares insights on leadership, industry challenges, and his passion for hospitality.
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