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Orlando Culinary Academy

Hello Florida! is a full service destination management company focused on the success of our clients. Founded in 1986, the guiding principle of the organization was, and continues to be, “represent the customer to the market, not the other way around.

We serve planners in every meeting destination in our state via offices in Orlando, Ft. Lauderdale and Naples. Some of these planners are 20 year customers who value our approach and depend on our expertise. Our commitment to excellence makes us the leader in the industry today, and tomorrow.

Orlando Culinary Academy

Established in 2002, Orlando Culinary Academy brings the esteemed Le Cordon Bleu Program to the Orlando area. Since then, they have developed a solid reputation, and graduates have attracted some of the most prestigious and recognized companies in the hospitality industry. The school’s affiliation with Le Cordon Bleu represents a union of some of the finest in European and North American culinary arts training programs.

The school believes in maintaining high academic standards that helps prepare graduates for careers, reflects the needs of the business community, and promotes personal growth and professional success. Students cultivate mutual respect, active participation, and collaboration in an environment that celebrates creativity and diversity. Students must also be active participants in the educational process.

International Academy of Design & Technology

The International Academy of Design and Technology Orlando campus was established in August 2000. IADT Orlando offers balanced curriculums in exciting design fields such as: Computer Graphics, Interior Design, Fashion Design and Merchandising, Marketing and Advertising, Game Design and Development, and Multimedia Design. Students get the opportunity to learn real world skills and work on industry-related projects while working towards a degree and pursuing their passion. Here at the Academy you’ll find out that doing what you love is what helps you succeed.

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      Please contact Michael Gibbons at Threshold to reserve a seat: mgibbons@threshold-center.org  or 407-620-9165