2025 50 Most Powerful People in Orlando

The 2025 List Is Out!

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Meet the leaders who truly make Orlando The City Beautiful—an attractive place to live, work, play and visit. They come from all fields: Politics & Government, Education, Entertainment, Sports & The Arts, Tourism & Transportation, Philanthropy & Community Voices and Business.

Join us in celebrating their accomplishments, and in looking forward to what their futures hold.

JEFF VAHLE President, Walt Disney World Resort
JEFF VAHLE President, Walt Disney World Resort
DERRICK CHUBBS President & CEO, Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida
DERRICK CHUBBS President & CEO, Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida
KATHY RAMSBERGER President & CEO, Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts
KATHY RAMSBERGER President & CEO, Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts
Brian Adams
BRIAN ADAMS President & CEO, AdventHealth Florida
DR. MARIA VAZQUEZ Superintendent, Orange County Public Schools
DR. MARIA VAZQUEZ Superintendent, Orange County Public Schools
MAXWELL FROST U.S. Representative, 10th District
MAXWELL FROST U.S. Representative, 10th District
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The Hall of Power is the newest addition to Orlando magazine’s 50 Most Powerful list. It is a legacy award that honors the recipient’s lifetime of work, excellence, vision, and service to Orlando’s community and culture. Read more.

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These leaders each make their indelible mark on the Central Florida community in their unique way. From education, philanthropy, arts, entertainment, business, politics, and sports. These up-and-coming movers and shakers make Orlando a fabulous place to work and live. Read more.

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