By Emily Eades The Orange County Convention Center (OCCC) announced the promotion of Eric Blanc, Sr., CMP to Deputy Director. In his new role, Blanc will oversee the OCCC’s Sales, Marketing, Event Management, and Exhibitor Services divisions. Blanc became a part of the OCCC family in

By R.V. Baugus The Events Industry Council (EIC), the global voice of the business events industry, has announced the recipients of its annual Global Awards, which celebrate and honor exemplary achievements and focus on leadership at all levels and areas of focus within the global bus

Warren James Buckley, former President and Chief Executive Officer of the BC Pavilion Corporation, responsible for the operation of two of British Columbia’s most iconic public facilities, the Vancouver Convention Centre and BC Place Stadium, passed away July 14. He was 73. From

Las Vegas Events announced on Aug. 17 its long-tenured president, Pat Christenson, will retire on Dec. 31, 2023. Christenson will continue to work with the new president once the position has been filled, prior to the start of the Wrangler National Finals Rodeo this December. A gradua

By Karen Caro The Cobb-Marietta Coliseum & Exhibit Hall Authority in Atlanta announced the hiring of Shawn Stinson to the position of Director of Food & Beverage at the Cobb Galleria Centre and Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre. Stinson has 25 years of experience in venue a