First JW Marriott-branded hotel to open in Dallas in spring 2023
September 9, 2022
JW Marriott Dallas Arts District is set to open in spring 2023, the first JW Marriott-branded hotel in the city.
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Everest Group begins work on $1 billion resort project in Osceola County, Fla.
September 6, 2022
Everest Group has begun work on a $1 billion project in Osceola County, Fla., which will include a Mysk Hotel (pictured), dubbed a “conservative lifestyle hotel,” and a Nickelodeon-themed resort.
Rocky Gap Casino Resort sold to two buyers for $260 million
September 6, 2022
Rocky Gap Casino Resort in Flintstone, Md., has been sold for $260 million to two buyers, Century Casinos and VICI Properties.
Orange County Convention Center promotes Eric Blanc, Sr. to deputy director
September 2, 2022
The Orange County Convention Center (OCCC) has promoted Eric Blanc, Sr., CMP to deputy director. In his new role, Blanc will oversee the OCCC’s sales, marketing, event management, and exhibitor services divisions.
Cobb Galleria Centre welcomes Shawn Stinson as director of food and beverage
September 2, 2022
Shawn Stinson has joined Cobb Galleria Center and Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre as director of food and beverage.
Omni Fort Worth Hotel’s 400-room expansion ready to move forward after two years
August 31, 2022
A 400-room expansion at Omni Fort Worth Hotel is set to move forward after being delayed for two years by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Hyatt Regency Jacksonville Riverfront names Nikki Leiba as sales manager
August 30, 2022
Nikki Leiba has been named as sales manager at the Hyatt Regency Jacksonville Riverfront, rejoining the hotel where she previously worked.
Hilton Garden Inn Austin University Capitol District welcomes new leadership members
August 30, 2022
HRI Lodging is appointing Michael J. Deutsch as general manager and Becky Lister as director of sales and marketing at Hilton Garden Inn Austin University Capitol District.
Orlando Tourism names Orlando Health as its official wellness partner
August 26, 2022
Orlando Tourism has named Orlando Health as its official health and wellness partner.
Andrea Smalls of Georgia International Convention Center earns CVE designation
August 25, 2022
Andrea Smalls, director of event operations at Georgia International Convention Center, recently earned her certified venue executive designation from the International Association of Venue Managers.
