November 29, 2019
In today’s wired world, social media packs more punch than a torrent of Mike Tyson right hooks. But unlike the brutish impact of Iron Mike’s fists, social media’s strength is all about its power to influence.
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November 28, 2019
MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- The Memphis convention and meetings facility has been renamed the Renasant Convention Center. The City of Memphis and Renasant Bank said the naming rights partnership runs for 10 years, with the bank having the option to extend the naming rights via an additional two, five-year term options.
November 26, 2019
NEW ORLEANS, La. -- ERG Enterprises, a New Orleans-based investment company, has announced its partnership in acquiring the Hyatt Regency New Orleans, the largest hotel acquisition in Louisiana history. Established in 1976, the 32-story Hyatt Regency is the third-largest hotel in New Orleans. Its proximity to the Superdome and Smoothie King Center makes it an attractive destination for events and entertainment.
November 20, 2019
Charlotte, N.C. — A new travel software company called Stayker may help reduce risk for event planners by sidestepping some of the back-and-forth required when they are booking and negotiating rooms.
November 14, 2019
HOLLYWOOD, Fla. — Hard Rock International’s entry into the select service hotel category has been dubbed Reverb by Hard. Call them hotels that music built.
In February 2020, Reverb will enter the Atlanta market with its first property, next to the Mercedes-Benz Stadium. The new collection of music-centric hotels will …
November 13, 2019
Las Vegas, Nev. — The 360 Destination Group has expanded its reach in destination management with the opening of a Las Vegas office, their 16th
April 24, 2019
We’re travelling to North Carolina for Rendezvous South 2020! Early registration is now open for RS2020 in Winston-Salem, NC. The event will be held at the Marriott Winston-Salem and Benton Convention Center on March 2-4, 2020.
http://conventionsouth.com/rendezvoussouth/
More Details to Come Soon!
October 24, 2018
Several Southern Properties Among Historic Hotels of America’s
Top 25 Most Haunted Historic Hotels for 2018
Looking for a spirited spot to stay?
Historic Hotels of America®, the official program of the National Trust for Historic Preservation for recognizing and celebrating the finest Historic Hotels, has just named the Top 25 Most Haunted Historic …
July 11, 2018
Small Markets in the South are packing a punch and producing big time results when it comes to meetings and events. You can learn about the characteristics that make these destinations appealing in the July issue of ConventionSouth.
Additionally, here’s some Bonus Content about some Small Markets in the South:
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March 23, 2018
Relationships are a fundamental component to client retention. Destination professionals offer tips on building the kind of rapport that keeps meeting planners coming back.
“I believe learning as much as you can about an organization is critical. Meeting professionals and organizations appreciate us doing our research. Building rapport …
