Tag Archives: Washington

Destination DC announces new executive team and senior staff

December 11, 2024

Destination DC (DDC) has announced new key promotions among the executive team and senior staff. Joining the executive team, Dianna Waldroup has been named vice president of convention services and Letizia Sirtori as vice president of tourism and global development. Alex Gnafakis has been promoted within senior staff to senior creative director, while Lindsay Hill joins senior staff with her promotion to director of visitor experience and group tour.

Destination DC welcomes Meade Atkeson as board chairperson

June 27, 2024

Meade Atkeson, general manager of the Royal Sonesta hotel in Washington, D.C., has been appointed as chairperson of Destination D.C.’s board of directors.

Steer your group to these high-octane drive-in destinations

January 14, 2024

With today’s attendees demanding more flexibility and freedom, hosting a meeting in a drive-in destination puts them in the driver’s seat, traveling on their own schedules and taking as much luggage as they can fit in the car.

Destination DC promotes executive team members

December 18, 2023

Destination DC has promoted two members of its executive team. Claire Carlin has been named senior vice president of partnerships & alliances and Tara Miller is director of global sales.

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.

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.

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.

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