Jason Lusk joins Atlanta Convention & Visitors Bureau as vice president of sales
January 9, 2024
Atlanta Convention & Visitors Bureau (ACVB) has announced the hiring of Jason Lusk as vice president of sales.
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Tune in to these musical destinations to set your group on the beatin’ path
November 6, 2023
The pulse of the South beats with musical destinations of international stature and influence. Rock and country, bluegrass and hip hop are just a few of the sounds coursing through the blood of these lyrical cities.
Southern cities that are trending and on the rise
October 16, 2023
The planning world is constantly evolving. The resurgence of live gatherings has opened the door to new venues, breathed new life into classic spaces, and thrust Southern cities into the spotlight. These trending spots aren’t just growing, they’re thriving. Here’s a look at some of the South’s hip venues and …
Atlanta Hospitality Hall of Fame to welcome three new inductees
October 12, 2023
This year’s Atlanta Hospitality Hall of Fame inductees are Tanya Gates, owner of the Busy Bee Café; David Marin, founder of Legacy Ventures; and Frank Poe, executive director of Georgia World Congress Authority.
Orange County Convention Center highest-rated Southern venue in Wall Street Journal rankings
October 11, 2023
The Wall Street Journal recently ranked 30 of the largest convention centers in the country. The Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Fla., was the highest Southern venue on the list, coming in fifth.
Event Planners’ Guide to Georgia
October 10, 2023
Known for peaches, Southern hospitality, and being the birthplace of, among many others, Martin Luther King, Ray Charles, and Julia Roberts, Georgia is a vibrant, culturally rich state.
Making a difference: Incorporate volunteer opportunities to help attendees feel good by doing good
September 21, 2023
The portmanteau “voluntourism” refers to volunteering and tourism, but it isn’t limited to vacationers.
Grand Venues of the South: These 17 properties embody Southern charm and hospitality
September 15, 2023
Grand venues spread across the South like Spanish moss on a majestic oak. That’s why it was tough to narrow down this year’s list to just 17, one property from each state in ConventionSouth’s coverage area, which includes Washington, D.C.
Russell Stewart named director of sales and marketing at Westin Atlanta Gwinnett
July 24, 2023
Russell Stewart has been named director of sales and marketing at the Westin Atlanta Gwinnett, set to open next year.
Atlanta Convention & Visitors Bureau welcomes Marcail Bayer as national sales manager
July 18, 2023
Atlanta Convention & Visitors Bureau (ACVB) has announced the hiring of Marcail Bayer as national sales manager.
