Experience Kissimmee’s Minich named to VISIT FLORIDA Board of Directors
DT Minich, President and CEO of Experience Kissimmee, has been appointed to the VISIT FLORIDA Board of Directors.
Minich brings deep expertise from serving at the helm of three Florida destination marketing organizations (DMOs), and has led Experience Kissimmee, the tourism marketing arm for Osceola County, since 2014.
As the first leader from Experience Kissimmee to serve on VISIT FLORIDA’s board, he will help shape the state’s tourism marketing strategies alongside fellow industry experts from across Florida. Minich’s board term will run through June 2026.
“Our partnership with VISIT FLORIDA is invaluable,” Minich said. “I am honored to contribute to statewide tourism marketing efforts and look forward to working with peers who are equally passionate about growing Florida’s visitor economy.
“I’m honored to represent Osceola County and ensure our tourism priorities are part of Florida’s statewide strategy. This role helps amplify our voice and drive more opportunities for our local economy.”
“Central Florida continues to be a cornerstone of Florida’s tourism economy,” said VISIT FLORIDA Interim President & CEO Craig Thomas. “DT Minich’s experience and leadership in the Kissimmee market will bring valuable insights to the board and further strengthen our statewide efforts.”
VISIT FLORIDA recently named Bryan Griffin as its new President and CEO.
Valencia College awarded Disney grant to support students battling food insecurity Valencia College has reported Walt Disney World has awarded the school a $100,000 grant for its VCentials initiative that addresses student food insecurity.
VCentials provides students with free access to a market with healthy food and other essential items Students have visited the markets more than 50,000 times since VCentials was launched in 2023, the school said. Each campus features a VCential location.
“We’ve all experienced how difficult it is to concentrate when we’re hungry,” said Dr. Kathleen Plinske, president of Valencia College. “This generous donation from Walt Disney World will ensure that more students can focus on their education without the burden of food insecurity.”
The grant funds will be used to stock the markets with food like fresh produce, refrigerated items, canned goods, snacks and other staples. This is Disney’s second donation to VCentials, following a $50,000 contribution in 2023 for food and operational expenses.
Donations can be made online at Valencia.org/donate and selecting “VCentials” under “Designation” to make a financial contribution.
Postal Service marking 250th anniversary The Postal Service marked the 250th anniversary of its founding on July 26. To celebrate the organization’s history connecting people, communities and businesses, USPS has held a series of events, licensed merchandise, digital media, a stamp contest and special signage at Post Offices.
The special 250th anniversary signs feature the Eagle in Flight graphic for retail locations across the nation and displayed on the USPS headquarters building in Washington, D.C. Vehicles past and present, including examples of the organization’s oldest and newest vehicles, displayed at USPS headquarters.
A special website, Delivering Since 1775, featuring historical facts and additional anniversary information is up at USPS. com/250. New T-shirts, hats, puzzles and other merchandise displaying the Eagle in Flight graphic will be available on the online Postal Store.
The U.S. Postal Service is inviting the public to participate in a voting event to choose a previously issued stamp to reissue. The stamp issuance that receives the highest number of votes will be announced in 2026. Voting will take through Sept. 30 at StampsForever. com/ vote.
On July 26, 1775, the Second Continental Congress appointed Benjamin Franklin as postmaster general of the United Colonies. The founders believed that a democratic form of government depended on the free exchange of news, ideas and opinions, and a Colonial postal system was formed. The ratification of the Constitution in 1788 gave Congress the power “to establish Post Offices and post roads.” The Postal Service is now one of the largest employers for veterans, with nearly 70,000 employed today.
