There’s no place like home, and that’s why we’re so excited for ICSC@Florida later this month! The Orange County Convention Center will be the site of this premier opportunity for retail and commercial real estate professionals to connect and learn more about what makes our state and region so remarkable, and where its future is branching out.
Orlando Leading the Nation
If you’ve been following recent news, you know that Florida and the greater Orlando area have been earning some impressive national rankings this year:
- In 2024, Orlando led the nation in population growth, adding approximately 76,000 new residents, a 2.7% increase from the previous year, outpacing Florida’s overall rate of 2.0%.
- Apopka is a booming center of growth in the Central Florida region, reflecting a 12.72% population increase since 2020
- #1 State Economy, U.S. News & World Report (2nd consecutive year), and CNBC (3rd consecutive year)
- #1 State for Business Formations and Fastest Growing State, U.S. Census Bureau
- #4 Best Tax Climate in the U.S., Tax Foundation
- #1 State for Higher Education, U.S. News & World Report (8 years running)
- #1 Largest University in the country, the University of Central Florida
- #1 Airport in the state, Orlando International Airport
- #1 Family Vacation Destination in the country, U.S. News & World Report
In addition to the visionary development plan for Wyld Oaks that prioritizes walkability and green spaces, the region’s enviable array of business and lifestyle advantages positions this mixed-use destination as a prime opportunity for co-creators and entrepreneurs. In other words, Wyld Oaks is where the future grows.
Major Updates This Summer
We have major news to share about development progress, new co-creators, and infrastructure improvements that have been announced this summer.
Foundation Milestone
Following the groundbreaking ceremony and the finalization of tree preservation surveys in January 2024, horizontal infrastructure work began. The site grading, roadway paving (including the Sadler Road extension), curbs, and underground utilities were recently completed—ahead of schedule. Wyld Oaks is now focused on its next major milestone: welcoming its first slate of residential and commercial co-creators with shovel-ready sites to lay the roots of their enterprises in northwest Orange County.
Community Conveniences
Final plans are in the works for our newest co-creator at Wyld Oaks. More than a travel center, Wyld Provisions will serve neighbors and commuters with easy access to fuel, food and beverage selections, and other everyday conveniences.
Next-Gen Network
SBA Communications has been selected to provide state-of-the-art fiber connectivity infrastructure throughout Wyld Oaks. The comprehensive WyldTech network solution will deliver ultra-fast speeds up to 5 Gbps (upgradeable to 10 Gbps) to serve future businesses, residents, and visitors with seamless Wi-Fi to work, live, shop, connect, and thrive. This future-ready infrastructure is designed to accommodate evolving technologies, such as autonomous vehicles, drone deliveries, and other smart city applications.
Expanding Regional Connections
West Kelly Park Road, which forms the northern border of Wyld Oaks, provides direct access to both directions of the 429 Expressway. To support current regional and local growth, Wyld Oaks is leading the West Kelly Park Road expansion project. These additional traffic lanes will benefit daily commuters and neighboring communities in northwest Orlando.
Join Us at ICSC@Florida, August 24–26
Come visit us at Booth 1711 to learn more about these exciting developments and get an immersive preview of how Wyld Oaks is shaping the future. If you aren’t already subscribed to the Wyld Side, our exclusive newsletter, be sure to sign up now.
