Austin Convention Center Earns GBAC STAR accreditation
December 15, 2020
The Austin Convention Center (ACC) has achieved Global Biorisk Advisory Council (GBAC) STAR accreditation, the gold standard for prepared facilities.
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New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center takes NOLA ChristmasFest virtual
December 10, 2020
The NOLA ChristmasFest indoor festival is taking place virtually this year, but event organizers are committed to spreading holiday cheer more than ever.
Virtual holiday family gatherings: Creative ideas from an event planner
December 10, 2020
With the holidays around the corner, many families find themselves caught between wanting to respect family traditions and stay connected while recognizing the shifting restrictions of the COVID-19 pandemic.
U.S. Travel Association-led coalition calls on Congress for more COVID-19 relief
December 8, 2020
The COVID Relief NOW Coalition is imploring Congress to pass additional COVID economic relief during the current lame duck session.
NHL’s Nashville Predators take lead on multi-purpose event center
December 2, 2020
Representatives from the NHL’s Nashville Predators and Montgomery County, Tenn., recently broke ground a planned multi-purpose event center in Clarksville, Tenn.
Backsen joining Destinations International as chief sales and services officer
December 2, 2020
Destinations International has announced Keith Backsen will join the association as the chief sales and services officer on January 1, 2021.
PCMA acquires Corporate Event Marketing Association
December 1, 2020
PCMA (formerly known as the Professional Convention Management Association) has announced plans to acquire the Corporate Event Marketing Association (CEMA).
New virtual executive studio launched at Orange County Convention Center
November 30, 2020
The Orange County Convention Center (OCCC) has announced the launch of its new state-of-the-art digital broadcast center, the OCCC Executive Studio.
Renaissance Austin Hotel purchased by Axton Group in $70 million deal
November 30, 2020
The Axton Group has closed on the acquisition of the Renaissance Austin Hotel for $70 million.
LEVL UP Fest looks to lift up spirits during the holiday season
November 30, 2020
Live Events Lift Up Festival, also known as LEVL UP Fest, will stream live from the Ryman Auditorium in Nashville on Wednesday, December 16.
