Michael Cooper joins The Ritz-Carlton, St. Louis as sales and marketing director
March 2, 2024
The Ritz-Carlton, St. Louis has appointed Michael Cooper as the hotel’s director of sales and marketing.
Tag Archives: St. Louis
Game Plan: Get your team in action with these winning recreation ideas
November 15, 2023
All work and no play make meetings a dull day. Teambuilding and wellness have become essential to any agenda, and incorporating recreational opportunities provides both.
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 …
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.
Bright lights, big city: Southern metro areas buzz with benefits
September 5, 2023
Sometimes, you can't beat a big city. With high expectations pushing planners to design can’t-miss events, many are looking to the benefits of urban destinations, from amenities and attractions to hi-tech and haute cuisine, large venues and lodging variety, multiple flights, and mass transit.
Midas Hospitality planning to revamp historic Oyo Hotel in downtown St. Louis
September 3, 2023
Midas Hospitality is planning to revitalize the historic Oyo Hotel in downtown St. Louis into a 220-room Sheraton property.
Explore St. Louis’ Kitty Ratcliffe honored by Meeting Professionals International
July 14, 2023
Kitty Ratcliffe, president and CEO of Explore St. Louis, was recently honored by Meeting Professionals International (MPI) at the President’s Dinner in June.
The art of luxury: Museum-hotels create a new take on state-of-the-art space
April 11, 2023
Call it a twist on state-of-the-art hotels. More and more properties are popping up throughout the South featuring curated collections of modern masterpieces. These galleries with guest rooms let planners sculpt memorable meetings that reach new heights in Southern hospitality.
St. Louis Convention Center expansion won’t move ahead without more funds
February 10, 2023
The future expansion of the St. Louis Convention Center could be in jeopardy if more funds are not found for the project.
Southland Casino Hotel adds 300-room hotel as part of $320 million expansion
December 16, 2022
Southland Casino Hotel in West Memphis, Ark., has completed a $320 million renovation. The upgrades include a 20-story, 300-room hotel, and a 113,000-square-foot gaming floor.
