The Elser Hotel appoints new executive chef
June 19, 2025
The Elser Hotel, a 49-story property in downtown Miami, appointed Antony Awak as executive chef to oversee all of the hotel’s food and beverage operations.
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Sawgrass Marriott Golf Resort & Spa now offering full-venue buyouts
June 17, 2025
Sawgrass Marriott Golf Resort & Spa’s 1912 Ocean Bar & Rooftop, the only rooftop restaurant on Ponte Vedra Beach, is now available for full-venue buyouts. The two-story venue can accommodate up to 120 guests for breakfast, lunch, dinner, or any special occasion for meeting attendees.
Greensboro CVB CEO Henri Fourrier steps down after 30 years of service
June 16, 2025
Henri Fourrier, president and CEO of Greensboro Area Convention & Visitors Bureau (CVB), has retired after three decades of leadership. The organization celebrated his retirement at a send-off party June 10 at Piedmont Hall, which included a number of city and county leaders, tourism partners, family, friends, and current and former CVB staff.
Horseshoe Bay Resort adds new luxury dining yacht for events
June 12, 2025
Horseshoe Bay Resort, part of the Crescent Hotels & Resorts Latitudes collection, nestled in the heart of Texas Hill Country, has launched a new luxury experience: the Lady Bird II dining yacht, an 85-foot floating venue designed to host events for 30-85 guests on the waters of Lake Lyndon B. Johnson (Lake LBJ).
Savannah Convention Center appoints Fredia Brady as new senior director of sales and marketing
June 10, 2025
The Savannah Convention Center in Savannah, Ga., recently appointed industry veteran Fredia M. Brady as senior director of sales and marketing. She will start officially on June 16. Brady previously helped open the facility and served in the same position until 2017.
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.
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.
