2017
USGBC Central Florida LEEDership Awards - Outstanding Sustainable Program
The Orange County Convention Center's new Center-to-Table gardens were named the Outstanding Sustainable Program winner at the annual U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) Central Florida region’s LEEDership awards. The gardens, located in the Westwood lobby, provide edible greens and fresh produce for Centerplate, the convention center’s exclusive food service partner.
IAEE Art of the Show – Convention Center Promotion
The IAEE Art of the Show Competition recognizes the know-how, inventiveness and preparation required to successfully market an event. The OCCC won the Convention Center Promotion category for their campaign promoting the Center’s new website.
2016
IAEE Art of the Show – Convention Center Promotion
The IAEE Art of the Show Competition recognizes the know-how, inventiveness and preparation required to successfully market an event. The OCCC won the Convention Center Promotion category for their “Experience the New orange” campaign, promoting the Center’s capital improvement projects.
FNGLA Landscape Awards: Maintenance – Institutional/Public
The OCCC was recognized by the FNGLA, along with landscape contractor, Groundtek of Central Florida, and landscape designer, Larry M. Smith, for excellence in landscape maintenance that is environmentally responsible, sustainable, and adheres to the principles of Florida-Friendly Landscaping.
2013
Distinctive Achievement Award – Association Convention & Facilities Magazine
OCCC was voted for those that best served their association meetings during the year.
Florida Excellence Award Recipient; Excellence In Lodging – US Trade & Commerce Institute
The OCCC is recognized for the commitment and contribution of small businesses through service to their customers and community and for upholding business ethics and company values.
OCCC Wins Sustainable Florida Award
Honored as 2013 Best Practice Award Winner in Government Category for sustainability, energy, engineering, green building, corporate social responsibility and government.
OCCC Receives LEED EBOM GOLD Certification
Becomes the largest convention center in the world to receive this certification for the design, construction and operation of green buildings.
OCCC Achieves New International Standard Certification (ISO)
The venue standard, introduced by the meetings, conventions, exhibitions and events industry, provides event planners and suppliers with specifications for producing events in a more sustainable manner.
OCCC Ranked #1 Convention Center in the U.S. by Business Review USA
Recognized for its massive center space, remarkable amount of economic benefits to the surrounding community, and annual tax savings to Orange County households.
2009
Prime Site Facilities & Destinations Award
Based on destination appeal; attractiveness of facility, marketability, high-tech meeting spaces, customer service, entertainment options and high client satisfaction rating.
Inner Circle Award from Meetings Net
OCCC is recognized as one of the best in the industry at servicing their meetings and conventions based on quality of exhibit and meeting space and staff service.
Pollution Prevention Award from Florida Pollution Prevention Roundtable
OCCC received the award for water conservation, energy efficiency, waste and source reduction, recycling and communication.
2004
Association Meetings Magazine (1999-2004)
Based on convention center excellence, specifically their high level of service and flexible functions space.
Inner Circle Award from Meetings Net (1999-2004)
OCCC is recognized as one of the best in the industry at servicing their meetings and conventions based on quality of exhibit and meeting space and staff service.
Conventions South Magazine – Readers’ Choice Award
For exemplary creativity and professionalism in serving the meetings and convention industry.
National Association of County Information Officers - Superior Award in Special Projects
For the Grand Opening of the OCCC North/South Concourse.