Study: Meeting industry activity increased 334 percent over June 2021
July 11, 2022
The meeting and event industry continues its rebound from the pandemic, with June 2022 representing a 16.6 percent increase in activity over the previous month.
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Orlando, Dulles airports set to receive nearly $100 million in federal funds
July 8, 2022
Airports in Orlando, Fla., and Washington are among 85 airports nationwide that will share nearly $1 billion in transportation grants from the FAA, according to the Associated Press.
Grant application period opens for Texas hospitality industry
July 8, 2022
The Texas Office of Economic Development and Tourism is accepting applications for $180 million in grants to aid businesses in the state’s hospitality, tourism, and travel industry.
Marriott International confirms data breach at Baltimore hotel
July 8, 2022
A data breach at Marriott International’s Baltimore/Washington International Airport hotel in Maryland may have compromised personal information.
Experience Columbia SC welcomes Danna Lilly as vice president
July 3, 2022
Thirty-year tourism industry veteran Danna Lilly has joined Experience Columbia SC as vice president in a full-time capacity.
Conrad Nashville grand opening marks brand’s debut in Music City
July 3, 2022
The opening of the Conrad Nashville marked the Conrad Hotels & Resorts’ brand debut in Music City on June 29.
Karol Hotel announces Thomas Parker as new executive chef
July 1, 2022
Thomas Parker has joined The Karol Hotel as executive chef. He will oversee the hotel’s K Club Bar & Bistro and Vantage Rooftop Bar, as well as F&B offerings in its meeting and event space.
George R. Brown Convention Center earns LEED Gold certification for the first time
June 30, 2022
The George R. Brown Convention Center (GRB) recently achieved its first-ever LEED Gold certification from the U.S. Green Building Council.
Discover Dunwoody’s new marketing director has deep community roots
June 30, 2022
Mark Galvin has joined Discover Dunwoody as director of marketing. He has experience working at several hotel chains and his own social media agency.
U.S. Travel Association taps Geoff Freeman as Roger Dow’s successor
June 30, 2022
Geoff Freeman is the new president and CEO of the U.S. Travel Association. He replaces Roger Dow who is retiring after 17 years at the helm.
