August 14, 2015
Submitted by: Laura Craft / Ashley Biondich, The Reynolds Group, Inc.
Premier event and destination center to be officially renamed Infinite Energy CenterDULUTH, Ga. – (Aug. 14, 2015) – Infinite Energy secured the naming rights to Gwinnett Center today after a vote by the …
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August 5, 2015
DULUTH, GA – Beginning in July 2015, Sonesta Gwinnett Place Atlanta has partnered with Benchmarc360, Inc., a leader in energizing and memorable team building experiences. The new partnership represents a fresh take on interactive team building ideas for Sonesta Gwinnett Place Atlanta’s groups and …
August 3, 2015
By Joe Criscuoli, UM Conferences & Visitor Services Dept.
You may already know that the University of Maryland College Park is a robust conference/convention/event venue, and here are a few of the reasons why:
In 2017 The Hotel at the University of Maryland will open its doors. This …
July 29, 2015
Kansas City, Mo.—Visit KC, Kansas City’s hospitality and tourism organization, is pleased to announce the appointment of Ashley Jones to its management team. Jones assumes the role of Vice President of Partnerships & Events, bringing with her 14 years of experience in destination management and community development organizations.
“Ashley …
July 24, 2015
By Carrie O’Connor As a meeting planner, you undoubtedly possess a rare blend of creativity, strategic thinkingJuly 23, 2015
Lake Buena Vista, Fla. – July 23, 2015 – Nick Anderson has been promoted to associate director of sales at the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Hotel. In Anderson’s expanded role, he will now oversee the team responsible for booking small meetings at the hotel as …
July 22, 2015
Dallas, Texas — The new Sheraton McKinney Hotel at the corner of Highway 75 and the Sam Rayburn Tollway announces its highly anticipated opening in one of the fastest growing cities in the United States. The $38 million project represents McKinney’s first upscale, full-service hotel and features 187 guest rooms, …
July 22, 2015
By T. WAYNE WATERS Temperatures continue to rise all over the nation, so it might be difficult right now to think about escaping winter’s icy grip. But winter will come and it’s the prime time for business meetings in many Southern destinations, where mild temperatures, reasonable rates and the prospect of no mosquitos (not to …July 20, 2015
Lexington, Kentucky — VisitLEX announced that Gathan Borden has been named vice president of marketing for the organization. His new position is effective on July 20.
In his new role, Borden will be responsible for the overall brand management of VisitLEX and comprehensive advertising and marketing plans …
July 18, 2015
Florida
Kimpton Introduces “Pashmina Program”, Miami – To address situations in which some participants feel chilly in meeting rooms, Kimpton’s Florida hotels have rolled out a “Pashmina Program.” This complimentary offering for groups attending meetings at Kimpton’s Florida properties is designed to provide a fashionable approach to keep guests warm. According to Eric Jellson, …
