By Kara Nelson The New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center’s Small and Emerging Business (SEB) Program has a new Program Manager and recently launched a new mentor-protégé pilot program. As a major economic driver for the region, the Convention Center works year-round to create
By Erin Jepson, CVP, CMP The Lynnwood (WA) Event Center announced the rebranding of its in-house audio/visual service provider, Offbeat Audio/Visual. This strategic move accentuates the distinctive offerings and elevates the market presence of the venue’s audio/visual services. By ado
By Amy Procaccini In what has become a beloved tradition, the San Diego Convention Center announces a sweet suite of limited-edition chocolate bars to be sold during this summer’s world-renowned Comic-Con International: San Diego (Comic-Con) event. 5,000 handcrafted bars, 1,250 of eac
By Richard Oliver Stephen A. Zito, CVE, one of the most respected venue managers in the country, has been promoted to Assistant Director for Convention & Sports Facilities/Alamodome. The City of San Antonio announced the move recently. In more than 30 years of extensive experienc
Philip P. Greco, Owner and President of The Odeum Expo Center in Villa Park, Illinois, and longtime resident of Villa Park and Elmhurst, passed away peacefully at his Elmhurst home surrounded by family and loved ones on June 20, 2023. Phil battled the devastating disease of ALS for 5