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The Hotel Zamora reopens as luxury property after renovation

January 29, 2025

A $7.5 million renovation has elevated The Hotel Zamora in St. Pete Beach, Fla., to a four-star luxury hotel. The renovation was completed by developer Sherman Associates; it was the company’s first completed project in Florida.

Explore St. Louis appoints new president and CEO

January 28, 2025

The Board of Commissioners of Explore St. Louis has selected Brad Dean as its new president and CEO. Dean is expected to start in this new role on Feb. 17, leading the organization’s efforts to attract visitors from around the world, including conventions, concerts, and events, to leverage America’s Center and The Dome.

Georgia World Congress Center Authority appoints new COO

January 23, 2025

Georgia World Congress Center Authority (GWCCA) has appointed Stacey Church as its new chief operating officer (COO), effective Feb. 10, 2025. She is the first female COO in the organization’s 50-year history.

Grand Hyatt San Antonio River Walk begins lobby and restaurant renovation

January 20, 2025

Luxury hotel Grand Hyatt San Antonio River Walk is starting on a nearly $9 million renovation project to transform the hotel’s lobby and public spaces. This includes an elevated coffee service at Spoonful Provisions, the installation of Tejas Lounge, and a new dining concept called Moda Fare.

Visit Sandy Springs appoints Adam Berrios to lead tourism efforts

January 16, 2025

“As my career has taken me around the Southeast over the past decade, Sandy Springs has remained on my mind. I look forward to returning to the region and sharing how much it has grown with meeting planners and visitors all over the country,” says Berrios.

Houston suburb secures bond for new 200,000-square-foot convention center

January 10, 2025

The Board of Directors of the East Montgomery County Improvement District announced the sale and delivery of more than $159 million in sales tax revenue bonds for the construction of a new 210,000-square-foot convention center and 813-space attached parking garage at the Valley Ranch Town Center in New Caney, Texas.

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