Hy-Vee Hall will be renamed EMC Expo Center ALL on January 1st »
Hy-Vee Hall will be renamed EMC Expo Center ALL on January 1st »

Oak View Group secures new naming rights partner for downtown expo center Submitted by Oak View Group DES MOINES, Iowa — Polk County and Oak View Group, operators of Iowa event centers, today announced a new 10-year naming rights partnership with EMC Insurance, a Des Moines-based commercial insurance organization , which sells property/casualty and life insurance products, is renaming the exhibit hall and meeting space venue to the EMC Expo Center, effective January 1, 2025. The Polk County Board of Supervisors will vote on the proposed new name at a scheduled meeting on Nov. 19. "The Board of Supervisors is proud to celebrate the excellence of the Iowa Events Center over the past two decades and its profound impact on our community. We are pleased to announce EMC Insurance as the new brand on the convention center side of our iconic complex partners,” said Polk County Board Chair Angela Connolly. "As a Des Moines-based company, EMC Insurance embodies the spirit…

Oak View Group obtains KultureCity certification
Oak View Group obtains KultureCity certification

Submitted by Rachel Jacobson of Oak View Group Dubuque, Iowa – Oak View Group, operator of Grand River Center, is partnering with KultureCity, a nonprofit organization dedicated to inclusive and accessible services for those with sensory needs. This important milestone underscores our commitment to inclusive and accessible services for all our guests. KultureCity's Sensory Inclusion Program has been widely recognized in venues, arenas, cultural institutions and across the country. The program is designed to create welcoming environments for sensory-sensitive individuals by providing comprehensive training for staff, equipping venues with sensory tools, and providing resources to support guests with sensory needs. "The goal of Oak View Group, and our partners in the City of Dubuque, has always been to make guests feel welcome at Grand River Center. We are proud to work with KultureCity to receive specialized training and resources to enhance our ability to accommodate guests with special sensitivities," said Ryan Bonifas, General Manager of Grand River Center at Oak…