Strengthening Demand

If you're in the hotel business, you know Tony Lapi.

A 35-year veteran of the industry and CEO of Rochester Resorts, Lapi runs the iconic Tween Waters Inn on Captiva and cottages on nearby Sanibel. He's also the chairman of Visit Florida, Florida's tourism arm.

Tourism has been one of the bright spots of Florida's economy this year and Lapi is confident of a repeat in 2012. Lapi discusses some of the topics the industry will face in the coming year.