Louisville Tourism announces recent staff additions and promotions
June 10, 2025
Louisville Tourism recently announced the promotion and addition of key members to its team, including Carissa Koral as director of northeast sales.
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Andaz Miami Beach debuts at former The Confidante property
June 3, 2025
Hyatt Hotels Corp. recently opened Andaz Miami Beach, following a complete transformation of The Confidante Miami Beach. Andaz Miami Beach marks the brand’s debut in Florida and its first opening since forming Hyatt Lifestyle Group.
Southern destinations earn top spots on Cvent’s Top Lists 2025
May 29, 2025
Cvent, the meetings, events, and hospitality technology provider, named Orlando as the No.1 Top Meeting Destination in North America. This marks the tenth time Orlando has topped the globally recognized Cvent Top Meeting Destinations list.
Signia by Hilton Atlanta appoints Scott Ward general manager
May 27, 2025
Hilton Corp. has appointed Scott Ward as general manager of Signia by Hilton Atlanta. He will lead the team in all hotel operations, from sales and marketing to guest services and satisfaction.
New 800-room Grand Hyatt Miami Beach breaks ground
May 26, 2025
Civic leaders, developers, and hospitality executives officially broke ground on Grand Hyatt Miami Beach, an 800-room hotel that will directly connect to the Miami Beach Convention Center (MBCC). The hotel is expected to open in late 2027.
Wilmington and Beaches CVB names Molly Johnson VP of sales and services
May 23, 2025
Wilmington and Beaches Convention & Visitors Bureau (CVB) has promoted Molly Johnson, CMP-Fellow, to vice president of sales and services. She has been with the CVB since 2015, previously serving as director of convention sales.
Arlo Washington DC becomes hotel brand’s first LEED-Certified property
May 21, 2025
Arlo Hotels’ seventh location, Arlo Washington DC, has achieved LEED Silver Certification from the U.S. Green Building Council. This award recognizes the hotel’s dedication to sustainable development, environmental care, and efficient operations.
Kentucky, Missouri, and Virginia struck by severe storms; at least 28 dead
May 20, 2025
An EF3 tornado hit Kentucky on Friday, May 16, killing at least 19 people as of this morning—most of them in southeastern Laurel County, damaging hundreds of homes and vehicles, and leaving many homeless, according to an update from the governor’s office.
New 650-room convention center hotel coming to Tulsa
May 16, 2025
Visit Tulsa recently announced plans for a new 650-room hotel connecting directly to the city’s downtown convention center. The project is expected to break ground in 2026 and open in 2029.
ATL Airport District CVB appoints Helen Scroggs as sales manager
May 15, 2025
ATL Airport District CVB, the official destination marketing organization for College Park, Hapeville, and Union City, has hired Helen Scroggs as sales manager. Scroggs has worked for the CVB since January 2025, first as a contractor.
