Jeff Homad departs Memphis Tourism to join Experience Columbia SC as VP
February 16, 2021
Jeff Homad has been named as the new vice president of Experience Columbia SC (ECSC). Homad joins the organization from Memphis Tourism.
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Austin Convention Center highlights artists during Black History Month
February 16, 2021
The Austin Convention Center Department is commemorating Black History Month by recognizing the contributions of four Black artists.
JW Marriott opens 100th property worldwide in Tampa Bay’s Water Street district
February 16, 2021
JW Marriott’s 100th property, JW Marriott Tampa Water Street, is now open. A formal grand opening is expected to take place in April.
Billion-dollar expansion of Fort Lauderdale convention center now underway
February 16, 2021
The $1 billion expansion project of the Greater Fort Lauderdale/Broward County Convention Center is underway.
Kimpton Sylvan Hotel officially opens its doors in Atlanta’s Buckhead neighbourhood
February 15, 2021
ATLANTA, Ga. – The Kimpton Sylvan Hotel in Atlanta opened its doors to guests on Wednesday, February 10.
Tucked away in the elegant neighborhood of Buckhead, The Kimpton Sylvan Hotel is a 1950s-era adaptive reuse boutique hotel. It includes 217 guest rooms, a living room lobby, a private pool, and …
Soon-to-open Marriott Dallas Uptown appoints general manager and executive chef
February 15, 2021
The Marriott Dallas Uptown team has appointed Robbie Tawil as general manager of the soon-to-open hotel property.
Moxy Miami South Beach is the first resort-style property in the brand
February 15, 2021
The first resort-style property within the Moxy brand portfolio will be the 202-room Moxy Miami South Beach.
World Swan and Dolphin Resort offering COVID-19 testing for meeting professionals
February 15, 2021
Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort is offering a selection of health protocol options, including COVID-19 testing.
Convention centers eye recovery after a turbulent 2020
February 12, 2021
When the reimagined Caloosa Sound Convention Center & Amphitheater opened in September in Fort Myers, Fla., interest in the venue was strong—and not just because it was new and shiny.
Innovations in the ‘bleisure’ sector create new business opportunities for hoteliers
February 10, 2021
Meetings and conventions historically have played a significant role in the health and success of the hospitality market.
According to a study by the Convention Industry Council, meetings in the U.S. generate approximately $440 billion annually. Other data by the organization shows there are nearly 1.9 million conventions nationwide each …
