Harris Rosen, a beloved philanthropist and hospitality industry leader in Central Florida and beyond, died Monday morning at the age of 85, his family announced.

Harris Rosen, who built Florida’s largest independent hotel chain and was one of Orlando’s preeminent philanthropists, died Monday, his business partner announced. He was 85. Rosen, the Orlando Sentinel’s Central Floridian of the Year in 2011,

In response to the death of Harris Rosen, founder and president of Rosen Hotels & Resorts, American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) President & CEO Rosanna Maietta released the following statement today.

Harris Rosen, a beloved philanthropist and hospitality industry leader in Central Florida and beyond, died Monday morning at the age of 85, his family announced.

Harris Rosen, the former Disney executive who created a hotel empire in Orlando and gave millions to help lift people out of poverty, has died.

Harris Rosen, founder of Rosen Hotels & Resorts plus a well-known Central Florida philanthropist, has died at 85.

Rosen Harris, an Orlando hotelier and philanthropist, died Monday at age 85, his company announced. Harris was the CEO of Rosen Hotels and Resorts, which runs nine properties in Orlando, primarily near the tourism corridor.

Harris Rosen, renowned Orlando hotelier and philanthropist, passed away at 85 due to complications from surgery. His significant contributions spanned hospitality and education, enhancing community welfare and offering support to underserved areas.

Harris Rosen, whose name dots the side of buildings straddling Interstate 4 and was credited with the rise of International Drive, died Monday morning. He was 85.