Faces of ORL 2026: The Face of Memorable Moments
THE FACE OF MEMORABLE EXPERIENCES
Jenna Rogers, Senior Director of Food & Beverage and Events Sales
Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts
Known for bringing world-class performances to downtown Orlando, Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts has become a destination for memorable events beyond the stage. From elegant weddings, galas, corporate conferences and one-of-a-kind celebrations, its distinctive spaces offer a backdrop few traditional venues can match. Helping bring those experiences to life is Jenna Rogers, senior director of food & beverage and events sales.
Since joining Dr. Phillips Center in 2017, Jenna has helped grow its private events business while overseeing an operation that spans event sales, contracting, catering, concessions and food service. Today, the arts center hosts more than 500 events annually.
For Rogers and her team, nearly any space can become an event venue. Steinmetz Hall has hosted everything from formal gatherings to a wrestling match, while the Frontyard was once transformed into a regulation-sized basketball court welcoming more than 2,000 guests. That versatility allows the team to transform spaces around each client’s vision and create an experience unique to the occasion.
That creativity extends to Frontyard Holiday Festival at Dr. Phillips Center™ supported by AdventHealth, happening November 27 – December 31, 2026, where the Alpine Chalet offers a festive setting for holiday parties, office gatherings and private celebrations. Last year, more than 150,000 guests experienced the festival, with more than 7,500 s’mores toasted throughout the season.
For Rogers, creating a memorable event goes beyond finding the right space. It’s about pairing thoughtful hospitality with the creativity and energy that define the arts center. “We’ve built something really special here,” Rogers says.
“This team consistently commits to excellence and it shows in every event we produce.”
