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The Business Backdrop

The Business Backdrop

Written by: Orlando Business Journal
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 The Business Backdrop pulls back the curtain on Central Florida’s business scene — and the newsroom that covers it. Every two weeks, Editor-in-Chief of the Orlando Business Journal Richard Bilbao takes you behind the headlines to dive into the story behind the story shaping central Florida’s economy through candid conversations with the reporters who brought it to life. You’ll hear how stories come together, what’s shaping Orlando business, and who’s driving the change. From real estate to tourism to tech, The Business Backdrop gives you the context, insights, and newsmakers behind the stories that matter most to Orlando’s business community.Copyright 2026 Orlando Business Journal Economics Politics & Government
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  • What's happening in Winter Garden's historic downtown?

    What's happening in Winter Garden's historic downtown?
    May 8 2026

    The Business Backdrop dives into one of the hottest topics on Central Florida's west side — Winter Garden's downtown change. The historic downtown has seen a rapid change in real estate ownership that has business owners and residents curious of what comes next. Commercial Real Estate Reporter JC Carnahan joins the show to share more on his findings about Winter Garden's transformation.

    Read the stories here:

    https://www.bizjournals.com/orlando/news/2026/04/21/winter-garden-retail-strategies-plant-street-cr…

    https://www.bizjournals.com/orlando/news/2026/04/16/downtown-winter-garden-plant-street-bistro-sell…

    https://www.bizjournals.com/orlando/news/2026/04/02/exchange-winter-garden-plant-street-foundry-ant…
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    15 mins
  • Is this downtown Orlando's future identity?

    Is this downtown Orlando's future identity?
    Apr 24 2026

    We are sticking in downtown Orlando for this episode of the Business backdrop. Orlando Business Journal Managing Editor Steven Ryzewski has an engaging conversation with First Capital Property Group's Jeré Matheny on activity in the central business district. What are some of the changes? Who's moving in and out of the downtown? Also, what does this spell for the overall region?

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    31 mins
  • From the gridiron to the Moon: Central Florida’s next growth opportunities

    From the gridiron to the Moon: Central Florida’s next growth opportunities
    Apr 10 2026

    n this episode of the Business Backdrop, we hit the sports and space sectors of Central Florida. The region is set to welcome another sports franchise in 2027 with the Jacksonville Jaguars coming to town. Also, the Artemis mission from the Space Coast opens a new frontier of opportunities for the region. Staff Writers Riley Benson and J.C. Carnahan join to share their insight.

    Want to read the stories? Here are the links:

    Jaguars coming to Orlando: https://www.bizjournals.com/orlando/news/2026/04/01/jacksonville-jaguars-camping-world-stadium-nfl.html

    Artemis II launch spells big business: https://www.bizjournals.com/orlando/news/2026/04/01/space-coast-nasa-artemis-ii-launch-moon-landing.html
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    18 mins
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