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…
CEG holds finance and accounting technology expo
NEW YORK CITY – The Finance & Accounting Technology Expo (FATE), presented by The Chief Executive Officer Group (CEG), held its inaugural event on October 29-30, 2024 at the Javits Center. This is CEG's first expo. RD Whitney, chief operating officer of the CEG Community CFO Leadership Council (CFOLC), said the event was a huge success, with a packed house and feedback from exhibitors and attendees that "exceeded expectations." CFOLC is the largest chief financial officer (CFO) network in North America. Whitney calls this "a community of trust" a key inspiration and success factor behind the show. FATE was inspired by CEG's CFO community. Start with a “community of trust” FATE was inspired by Whitney's post on CFOLC member ListServ, asking participants to share their technology stack (a set of technologies used to create and run an application or project). The first 50 responses shared over 250 different techniques, highlighting the community's interest in this topic. Next, CFOLC conducted an…
Julie Coker named CEO and president of New York City Tourism +
Industry veterans oversee New York City's $74 billion tourism and convention industry. Julie Coker, known for her decades of leadership in the tourism and hospitality industry, will step down from her role as president and CEO of the San Diego Tourism Authority (SDTA) to assume the role of president and CEO of the San Diego Tourism Authority (SDTA) . New York City Tours + Meetings December 9th. Coker began her hospitality career at Hyatt Hotels, where she rose through the ranks in multiple positions over 21 years. She subsequently served as President and CEO of the Philadelphia Convention and Visitors Bureau (PHLCVB), where she oversaw the 2017 NFL Draft and the 2016 Democratic National Convention, which generated a combined economic impact of $325 million for Philadelphia. Prior to that, she served as executive vice president of conferences at PHLCVB. She has held numerous board positions, including serving on the Board of Directors of Meeting Professionals International (MPI). In January 2023,…
Julie Coker to serve as director of tourism and conventions for New York City
Listen to audio Industry Trailblazer Julie Coker Named President and CEO of New York Travel + Events On the morning of October 22, the New York Tourism & Convention Board of Directors announced that it has selected Julie Coker to serve as the organization’s president and CEO. Beginning December 9, 2024, she will assume an executive role as the official destination marketing organization (DMO) and convention and visitors bureau (CVB) of New York City's five boroughs. promotion Coker currently serves as president and CEO of the San Diego Tourism Authority (SDTA). Under her leadership, the SDTA has been consistently ranked as one of the top-performing destinations in the United States. In 2023, its hotel occupancy rate ranked third in the country at 73.5%; in the same year, group and conference business exceeded 2019 levels, and the tourism industry generated $14.3 billion in visitor spending. During her tenure at SDTA, tourism jobs have returned to pre-pandemic levels, with more than 200,000…
Digital Conference Center Spotlight for Trade Show Executives:
HBGCC is located on the San Antonio River. CHICAGO — Convention centers across the United States offer practical functionality, stunning views and innovative meeting facilities. trade show director (TSE) checked in with seven leading venues to find out how they delighted attendees and helped make events a success. Each venue listed has received STAR certification from the Global Biorisk Advisory Council in recognition of its comprehensive program that supports high-performance cleaning and maintenance programs for the built environment. 1. Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center (HBGCC), San Antonio, Texas. Quick facts: HBGCC includes 515,000 square feet of main exhibit space, 121,932 square feet of meeting space, 94,175 square feet of event space, and the 54,000-square-foot Night Star Ballroom, which Visit San Antonio (VSA) says is the largest in Texas banquet hall. It also holds LEED Silver certification. related. Event organizers can find diversity, destinations and growth in San Antonio Interesting features: The site is located on the San Antonio Riverwalk. “HBGCC…
Explore top luxury venues across the United States
Meeting planners looking for a versatile venue can find ideal options at: Omni Austin Downtown Hotel, Benjamin Royal Sonesta Hotel New York and or resort In Arizona. Each hotel offers a range of spaces designed to meet the needs of different event types. Whether hosting a small brainstorming session or a grand corporate celebration, these venues provide the ideal backdrop to enhance the atmosphere of any meeting and event. Events in Central Texas this Omni Austin Downtown Hotel has enhanced its events offering with newly updated spaces, perfect for gatherings of any size. Spread over three floors, the hotel features 16 multi-purpose event rooms suitable for corporate luncheons, holiday parties or year-end celebrations. An outstanding feature is the new look Guadalupe Conference Roomlocated on the first floor. This 1,254 square foot space can comfortably accommodate up to 75 guests and offers flexible design options to customize to your group's needs. Bridge Ballroom (Photo by Omni Austin Hotel Downtown). For larger,…
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