Located in New York City’s SoHo neighborhood, The Dominick announced the newest appointment of Marianna Di Franca as the director of catering & conference services.

Bryan Gay was named senior vice president of sales and conventions at SLS Las Vegas Hotel & Casino and the Grand Sierra Resort and Casino in Reno, Nev.

Château Élan Winery & Resort announced the addition of Kevin Phenegar to its executive team as director of food and beverage. In this role, Phenegar will be responsible for all food and beverage operations including planning and implementing the menu, oversight of personnel, food production, inventory, catering and more.

Hotel Crescent Court announced the appointment of Denise Mope as director of sales & marketing and Johanna Fein as director of communications to the executive team.

Hawaii's Hurricane Lane has been downgrated to Category 2 status.

Florida Governor Rick Scott announced the commitment of an additional $3 million to battle Florida's red tide mitigation efforts.

Alan Kleinfeld with Arrive Conference Solutions suggests some items to include in your meetings RFP for better risk management.

Theresa Thomas shares risk management best practices to ensure attendee safety.

Bellagio announced the appointment of Amanda Voss as the resort’s new vice president of sales. In this role, she is responsible for providing leadership and strategic direction for hotel sales and convention services at the 3,933-room resort.

Duane Gibson was named director, Washington, D.C. regional sales for Experience Columbus. In his role, Duane is responsible for all professional associations and corporations with more than 551 peak rooms in D.C. (excluding “A” accounts), Maryland and all government.