Site Global launched its Site Motivation Meter, an online discussion forum for members and industry professionals from around the world. “
May 26, 2009
Adolphus in Dallas Joins Crescent Brand
The Adolphus Hotel here joined the Crescent Hotels & Resorts brand. The 428-room historic hotel joins Crescent’s collection of
May 26, 2009
Omni Hotels Offers Meetings Initiatives
All Omni Hotels are offering two new meetings initiatives. The firm’s RapidResponse program guarantees a faster reaction to inquires from
May 26, 2009
Four Seasons Vancouver Unveils Revamp
The Four Seasons Hotel Vancouver here completed a $20 million makeover. Improvements include upgrades to all 372 guest rooms and its meeting space
May 26, 2009
Site Index Will Debut in 2009
The Site International Foundation announced the creation of The Site Index, an ongoing research project and annual analysis and forecast for the
May 22, 2009
MPI Announces Opening Speakers at WEC 2009
MPI announced the opening session speakers at its July 11-14 World Education Congress (WEC). Ben Stein, actor, author and economist, will begin
May 22, 2009
Palm Springs Resort Hires VP
Karl Kruger was named vice president and managing director of Riviera Resort & Spa here, which reopened late last year after an extensive two-
May 22, 2009
Grand Hyatt New York Revamps Ballroom
Grand Hyatt New York’s Empire Ballroom will undergo a $12 million makeover that is slated for completion this September. The renovation will
May 21, 2009
Philly CVB Names New Staff
The Philadelphia CVB appointed Nicole Bertrand as a national sales manager and Kevin Richards as national director of trade shows. Bertrand will
May 21, 2009
‘CalSAE Connects’ Set to Debut
California Society of Association Executives (CalSAE) is creating a new online community for its members, CalSAE Connects, which will debut in early
May 21, 2009
Governor Vetoes Seattle CC Cuts
Washington Gov. Christine Gregoire vetoed a $22 million transfer from the Washington State Convention and Trade Center account to the state’s
May 21, 2009
Lounge Opens at Manhattan’s Roosevelt Hotel
The Roosevelt Hotel's rooftop lounge here, mad46, reopened here after a winter hiatus. The outdoor venue offers 1,300 square feet of event space
May 20, 2009
Disney Looks to Develop in Maryland
The Peterson Companies announced it has sold a 15-acre site at its National Harbor development near Washington, D.C., to Walt Disney Parks and
May 20, 2009
Starwood Launches Value Meetings Promotion
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide announced its new Value Meetings Promotion. Meeting planners that book a new meeting with 10 or more room
May 20, 2009
Medical Trade Center Proposed in Nashville
A company named Market Center Management said it plans to open a medical trade center in Nashville as early as 2010, The Tennessean reports. The
May 20, 2009
Doubletree Hotel Tarrytown [N.Y.] Adds Space
Doubletree Hotel Tarrytown here completed its new courtyard, which accommodates up to 500 people. The courtyard is connected to the property
May 19, 2009
InterContinental Chicago O’Hare Set to Debut Expansion
The InterContinental Chicago O’Hare Airport Hotel will complete the expansion of its south end this June. The expansion includes increasing
May 19, 2009
Hotel Hershey Unveils Makeover
The Hotel Hershey is set to unveil its $67 million renovation this year, and some of the improvements will be ready this month. The expansion
May 19, 2009
NYC’s Millennium Broadway Extends Meeting Special
Millennium Broadway Hotel New York extended its “A Perfect 10” meeting special for events held at the facility through Sept. 7. The
May 18, 2009
Boca Raton Resort Switches to Waldorf=Astoria Brand
The Boca Raton Resort & Club here joined the Waldorf=Astoria brand of luxury resorts. The resort includes the 128,000-square-foot Mizner