There is a strong appeal to International Drive, whether it is the impressive economic and tourism impact, its educational opportunities, or its diversity in development.

To celebrate this growth and vision, Orange County Mayor Demings hosted the inaugural State of I-Drive on January 31, 2020 at the Orange County Convention Center. The event was co-hosted by the I-Drive Improvement District and had nearly 400 attendees from across the spectrum of the hospitality and tourism industries.