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Frank Poe Receives 2016 Convention Center Lifetime Achievement Award

September 20, 2016
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Frank Poe

The International Association of Venue Managers (IAVM) has awarded the prestigious 2016 Convention Center Lifetime Achievement Award to Georgia World Congress Center Authority (GWCCA) Executive Director Frank Poe, an IAVM member since Jan. 1, 1980.

The Lifetime Achievement Award, which will be presented during the 2016 International Convention Center Conference in Pasadena, California, recognizes individuals who have had a significant impact on the convention center industry and the IAVM community.

“To be recognized by your peers is a tremendous honor,” Poe said. “If you consider those who have received this award in the past, to be included with that group is humbling.”

Prior to accepting the position of GWCCA executive director in April 2010, Poe was director of the Convention/Event Service Department for the City of Dallas (Dallas Convention Center, Union Station, Dallas Farmers Market, Office of Special Events, and Reunion Arena) where he started his career in 1972 as a part-time laborer. He was appointed general manager of the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando from 1979 to 1980 and found his way back to Dallas for the next 17 years holding several leadership positions in the center’s Event Services and Cultural Affairs departments. He was named executive director of Alabama’s Birmingham-Jefferson Convention Complex in 1997, a position he held for seven years until moving back to Dallas in 2004 to assume the aforementioned director position for the next six years.

Poe served as president of IAVM from 2000-2001 and chair of the IAVM Safety and Security Task Force from 2001-2004. A founding member of the IAVM Academy for Venue Safety & Security, Poe served as its dean. He also serves on the Metro Atlanta Chamber of Commerce Board of Advisors and on the Board of Directors for Central Atlanta Progress.

Poe graduated from Texas A&M University-Commerce with a degree in political science and history.

“Frank is an iconic leader in our industry who has influenced so many of our current and future leaders,” said Carol Wallace, the 2015 Convention Center Lifetime Achievement Award recipient. “It is wonderful that he will be recognized for his achievements.”

The IAVM Lifetime Achievement Award will be presented to Poe on Friday, October 28, 2016, during a luncheon at the International Convention Center Conference. The conference will be held October 27-29 at the Pasadena Convention Center in Pasadena, California.

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    Mike Kelly September 20, 2016 at 10:28 pm

    I can’t think of anyone who deserves the award as much as you, Frank. Your constant presence, commitment and value to the convention venue industry can’t be overstated. Congratulations and well done. Mike Kelly CFE, New Zealand

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    Richard Karamatic September 21, 2016 at 9:52 am

    Frank,
    This award is well overdue. You have always been my rock and a stable part of IAVM. You are a part of why IAVM is what it is today. I thank you for that!!!
    Richard F. Karamatic
    Rapides Parish Coliseum
    Alexandria, LA

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    Andy Bailey September 21, 2016 at 10:34 am

    Congratulations Frank! Very happy for you!!

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    Al Lomas CMP, CMM, CFE, CEM September 21, 2016 at 11:00 am

    Frank is a man of integrity and character. He operates without any hidden agenda and understands the idea of leading by example. I have always admired Frank’s qualities and always regarded him as an icon of the hospitality industry. Kudos to you Frank on this very special award.

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    Carol Floreano September 22, 2016 at 1:34 pm

    Congratulations Frank! No one deserves this honor more than you. Joe had so much respect & admiration for you…this industry is so fortunate to have you!

    Best Wishes, Carol Floreano

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    Derrick Marcus September 23, 2016 at 11:30 am

    Congratulations Mr. Poe. Very much deserved. We appreciate you and all you have done for GWCCA and in this industry.

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    Wil Caudell September 28, 2016 at 5:03 pm

    Frank, congrats to the most deserving person I know. I just could not be more happy for you. It has been my priviledge to call you mentor and friend.

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