Marriott Set to Open in 2024 Hires DOSM

The Westin Atlanta Gwinnett, set to open in 2024, hired Russell Stewart as DOSM. Stewart brings several decades of hospitality experience to his

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Russell Stewart

Boise, Pocatello and Sun Valley, Idaho, Are Polishing Their Meetings Cred

With stunning natural scenery, a thriving luxury ski resort town and a capital city that has become a magnet for the tech industry and migration from

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Photo of Argryos Performing Arts Center, Sun Valley.

The Wigwam Launches Renovations of Hotel and Grounds

This fall The Wigwam will complete their comprehensive renovation. Starting in spring 2023, iconic Phoenix property The Wigwam will

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The Wigwam Bedroom, Photo Courtesy of The Wigwam

Destination DC Promotes Luzzi to Senior Manager

Washington, D.C. DMO Destination DC (DDC) promoted former convention sales and servies coordinator Shelby Luzzi to senior manager. In the senior

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Shelby Luzzi

How CVBs Are Connecting the Next Generation to Jobs in Hospitality

Imagine your first introduction to the hospitality industry as a high schooler, touring behind the scenes at an airport and discussing a career in

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Photo of American Experience Foundation event with students.

Marriott International and MGM Resorts Launch MGM Collection with Marriott Bonvoy

Marriott International and MGM Resorts International announced a long-term licensing agreement and the creation of MGM Collection with Marriott

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Tampa’s Convention Center Receives Largest Renovation In Its History

Skanska USA, a leading construction and development firm, announced the completion of Tampa Convention Center’s expansion and renovation. This $38

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Visit Cincy Hires Senior Sales Manager for SMERF, Diversity Markets

Kariuki Epps has been named a senior sales manager by Visit Cincy. Epps previously worked with Visit Cincy from 2014 to 2019 as national manager

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Kariuka Epps

Board of Directors for Visit Sarasota County Appoint New President

Visit Sarasota County (VSC) board of directors has voted to appoint Erin Duggan as the president and CEO. Duggan has spent 18 years with the

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Erin Duggan

The American Anthropological Association Announces Executive Director Hire

The American Anthropological Association (AAA) announced Ady Arguelles-Sabatier in the position as executive director. Prior to her hiring at the

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Ady Arguelles-Sabatier

Drone Light Shows Offer a Sustainable Alternative to Fireworks

Fireworks are a tradition nearly as

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Family watches drone light show display on Fourth of July celebration

No Agenda Episode #8: Activations That Make An Impact

Join No Agenda from SEMICON West to hear from Sandy Chapin, CEM, Director of Exhibitions & Events with SEMI, on a new food and beverage

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No agenda episode featuring Sandy Chapin

Montage Laguna Beach Resort Promotes a New Manager

Anne Doyle has been promoted to manager of the Montage Laguna Beach Resort. Doyle comes to this role with over 30 years of experience. She has

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Anne Doyle

Knowland Reports Big Growth for Meetings and Events in June at 30.3%

Knowland, a leading provider of data-as-a-service insights on meetings and events for

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Atlanta Is Recognized by Michelin Guide

The ninth North American Michelin Guide location has been announced in Atlanta, furthering

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Atlanta Georgia

David Dubois Takes Over as CEO and President of Exhibitor Group

Exhibition Group, a global provider of exhibition and event education, insights and commerce, hired David DuBois as the company’s new CEO and

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David Dubois

Las Vegas’ Sphere Lights Up the City’s Skyline for the First Time

Las Vegas’ highly anticipated new development, Sphere, lit up for the first time July 4 and gave the city—and the internet—a preview of what the

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Sphere Entertainment

Meetings Today LIVE! Kicks Off in Nashville

  Meetings Today LIVE! South is officially underway in Nashville. The opening reception took place at our host hotel for the week, Omni

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The Lafayette Hotel Hires New Director of Sales and Marketing Ahead of Reopening

San Diego’s historic The Lafayette Hotel is slated to reopen this month following a $30 million overhaul by Consortium Holdings, and the property

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MarQuies Willis

Long Term Staff Member at the Alamodome is Promoted to General Manager

In an internal promotion, Steve Zito has been elevated to general manager of the Alamodome. Zito has over three decades of experience in managing

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Steve Zito