CEM Spotlight on Fawzy Saleh, CEM
CEM Spotlight Fawzy Saleh, CEM

Fawzy Saleh, CEM, DC Design Manager, has worked in a variety of design genres including industrial design, furniture, point of purchase, and interior design. His wealth of experience led him into the field of exhibition design, where he believes there are no boundaries. He is more than happy to share his work, ideas and creativity to identify and create great opportunities. Here, Fawzy shares how he has benefited from earning the CEM designation. How has the CEM designation helped you in your career? My CEM qualification will assist my career development and give me the opportunity to apply the latest standards in the exhibitions and events industry. Why is it important to maintain the CEM designation? It will support me in becoming one of the leaders in our industry. What made you want to earn the CEM designation? I want to know about the latest trends in our industry. What advice would you give to aspiring individuals who want to…

New and Renovated feature image of the Fireplace Lounge at Arlo Washington DC for 11/6/2024
New vs. Renovated: Celebrate the Old, Welcome the New

The combination of historical charm and innovative future From iconic buildings transformed into distinctive hotels to newly constructed hotels ready to offer the best service, these newly renovated hotels are ready to provide you with the meeting space of a lifetime. new york night One-Bedroom Suite, Benjamin Royal Sonesta Hotel One of New York City's iconic luxury boutique hotels, Benjamin Royal Sonesta Hotel New Yorkpresenting the first stage of comprehensive transformation. This phase updated the hotel, adding new public spaces and refurbished guest rooms, and introduced the brand new Beverly Suites. The hotel opened in 1927 as The Beverly Hotel and immediately gained renown for its 26-story Neo-Romanesque architecture. It has been immortalized in the works of famous artists, such as Georgia O'Keeffe's "New York Nights," which depicts the hotel and its iconic rosette that sits atop the building. In 2017, New York City designated the hotel an official landmark. The new design draws inspiration from the building's history, taking…