May 01, 2025
Florida Citrus Sports (FCS) announced a series of staff promotions reflecting the organization’s continued growth and commitment to operational excellence across its world-class sporting and entertainment events portfolio. Gabriel Park has moved to Executive Vice President, Business Development, where he will continue to lead the organization’s corporate partnership strategy. Park, who joined Florida Citrus Sports in 2015, has developed and stewarded high-profile sponsorships and multi-year agreements that have grown FCS’ flagship events like the Cheez-It Citrus Bowl, Pop-Tarts Bowl, and […]
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Aug 07, 2024
Richard M. Jackson, 1951-2024 Former Florida Citrus Sports president and Central Florida attractions industry icon left an unforgettable legacy in Orlando’s sports and tourism communities ORLANDO, FLORIDA (AUGUST 7, 2024) — Former Florida Citrus Sports board president and Howard Palmer Award recipient Richard Jackson passed away Aug. 1, 2024, at the age of 72. He leaves behind a devoted wife of 39 years, Cindy; two children, Lindsey Sloan and Adam Jackson; an 18-month-old grandson, Jackson Sloan; and a legacy in Central […]
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May 17, 2024
ORLANDO, Florida — Florida Citrus Sports today announced the retirement of Susan Fortini, Senior Vice President of Operations, effective May 3. Over the past eight years, Fortini played an integral role in shaping the organization’s operational strategies and ensuring a seamless experience for participants and VIPs at major stadium events. “Susan has been a cornerstone of Florida Citrus Sports across multiple tenures, and her contributions have been invaluable to our success,” said Steve Hogan, CEO of Florida Citrus Sports. “Her leadership, […]
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Oct 04, 2023
CHARLES H. “CHUCK” ROHE, 1931-2023 Groundbreaking former Florida Citrus Sports executive director and Tennessee track & field coach built an unforgettable legacy in the sports community. ORLANDO, FLORIDA – Charles H. “Chuck” Rohe, a legendary coach and bowl administrator, passed on Tuesday, October 3, 2023, at the age of 92. Rohe, who served as Executive Director of Florida Citrus Sports from 1982-2002, was an iconic figure in Orlando sports history for his pursuit of big-time events. Under Rohe’s leadership, the […]
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Aug 29, 2023
Simon Dover has been named Chief Financial Officer at Florida Citrus Sports. A former finance executive in the athletic departments at West Virginia University, Rice University and Oakland University, Dover began his new role in Orlando on August 28. Dover replaces Scott Herring, retiring after nine years in the position. Dover most recently served six years as Executive Associate Athletics Director for Business Operations and Chief Financial Officer at West Virginia University. With the Mountaineers, Dover directed the overall management […]
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May 19, 2022
Florida Citrus Sports announced a series of promotions and title changes as it prepares for the 2022 season. “Each of these individuals has made significant contributions to Florida Citrus Sports,” said CEO Steve Hogan. “It is an exciting time to be here, and I am looking forward to what we will do together.” Below are details on the staff changes: Matt Repchak – Chief Marketing Officer Matt joined Florida Citrus Sports in 2005 and begins his 18th season in 2022. […]
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May 13, 2022
Cathy Weeden, a longtime member of the Florida Citrus Sports family, will transition out of her current staff position as Chief Sales and Marketing Officer on May 15, 2022. The move begins a new chapter for the veteran sports executive. Before joining the FCS staff in 2013, Weeden had a long history with the organization in a volunteer and member capacity. She served on the board of directors and executive committee, including terms as president in 2008-09 and chairman in […]
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