< Previous2021 AWARDS OF EXCELLENCE NEW ORLEANS & COMPANY 21-Time Winner CITY-WIDE FACTS AND FEATURES Guest Rooms/Suites: 26,000 hotel rooms in a 2-mile downtown area Total Square Feet of Meeting Space: 4 million+ sf of meeting space Special Services & Amenities: With 1.1 million sf of prime, contiguous exhibit space, MCCNO is the sixth-largest convention facility in the nation. N ew Orleans & Company is your partner in planning a successful event. As the official destination mar- keting and sales organization for the New Orleans tourism industry, working with New Orleans & Company means having a dedicated team of local experts at your side. The Convention Sales team at New Orleans & Company is a complimentary extension of your team. We are here to help you streamline the RFP process by identifying and sourcing the hotels and meeting spaces that best fit your pro- gram, and presenting you with one comprehensive package of availability. We do not stop there. The Convention Services team pre- pares personalized site itineraries, customizes housing maps and sources vendors. We are your on-the-ground experts. Our Group PR team offers complimentary marketing and promotional resources that set the industry standard for DMO convention marketing. Let our team help you develop a step- by-step plan and provide complimentary assets that help you maximize attendance. From the moment you arrive at the new, award-winning terminal at Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Air- port, you will see the ongoing progress and innovation taking place. The new terminal features a consolidated checkpoint to three concourses and 35 gates and is expertly equipped to handle large groups. Many indoor and outdoor meeting spaces have undergone renovations, including the New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center. You will experience the transformation of the new pedestrian park along Convention Center Bou- levard and the many modernization efforts throughout the facility. New luxury and lifestyle hotel brands have opened, including The Four Seasons Hotel + Residences right along the river and the Virgin Hotel New Orleans in the heart of downtown, in addition to millions of dollars of hotel renova- tions throughout the city. Outside of meeting hours, be sure to explore the Mississippi Riverfront and new and expanded attractions at The National World War II Museum and the Sazerac House. New Orleans is a one-of-a-kind city that fuses history and innovation with a unique culture and style of hospitality that welcomes all visitors like family. Contact New Orleans & Com- pany today to take advantage of complimentary resources and lasting partnership. C&IT 60 October/November 2021 | Corporate & Incentive Travel | TheMeetingMagazines.com STEPHANIE TURNER SVP of Convention Sales and Strategies New Orleans & Company 2020 St. Charles Avenue New Orleans, LA, 70130 Phone: 877-393-5836 cnvsales@neworleans.com neworleans.com/meeting-planners/ New Orleans is built to host meetings and events. Our people, historic places, innovative developments, and world-renowned food bring people together in memorable ways. The team at New Orleans & Company, with their expansive knowledge of the city, is poised to assist you in delivering the very best of it all to your attendees. There is no better destination than New Orleans for your meeting. To begin planning your next meeting in New Orleans call us at (877) 393-5836 or neworleans.com/meetings TAKE A NEW LOOK AT THIS HISTORIC CITY.2021 AWARDS OF EXCELLENCE ROSEN HOTELS & RESORTS FACTS AND FEATURES Guest Rooms/Suites: 3,635 Meeting Space: 700,000 sf Special Services & Amenities: 29 dining & entertainment venues, full-service spa (Rosen Shingle Creek & Rosen Centre), golf course (Rosen Shingle Creek) I f you’re thinking “Orlando” for your next meeting, it’s no surprise that you’d also be thinking “Rosen Hotels & Resorts,” three of Orlando’s finest, most adaptable con- vention properties and most celebrated go-to meeting venues, especially for hybrid events. Intrigued? Keep reading. Named after Harris Rosen, each property delivers incom- parable service and cutting-edge meeting technology. Of course, Mr. Rosen didn’t set out to create a hotel dynasty — that’s simply what Rosen Shingle Creek, Rosen Centre and Rosen Plaza have become. Always innovating, all three properties offer Hybrid+ solu- tions, which means that every event you host can be designed to meet your specific needs, allowing you to connect attend- ees and presenters across multiple venues and locations. Plus, each property is also driven by Rosen’s Total Com- mitment to cleanliness and safety, which helped each earn GBAC Star Facility designations and the “Award of Excel- lence” by Corporate & Incentive Travel magazine. Let’s start with nationally celebrated, AAA Four Dia- mond Rosen Shingle Creek. As one of Orlando’s full-scale convention properties, Rosen Shingle Creek has everything you need under one roof, such as 524,000 sf of flexible space that includes three column-free ballrooms. And with 1,501 luxurious guest rooms and suites, attendees always welcome the day in comfort. Next, there’s Rosen Centre. Directly connected to the Orange County Convention Center, Rosen Centre offers 150,000 sf of flexible space ideal for any hybrid meeting you host. Spending the night? There are 1,334 ultra-modern guest rooms and suites to choose from, plus a VIP Concierge Lounge with stunning views. Finally, but certainly never least, is Rosen Plaza. Located in the heart of Orlando’s Convention District, Rosen Plaza is also connected to the convention center and is convenient to countless entertainment opportunities. Add 800 lush guest rooms and suites, plus 60,000 sf of hybrid-ready event space, and you have a fantastic venue for any event. So, if you’re looking to host a meeting in Orlando, hybrid or otherwise, you don’t need to look any further than Rosen Hotels & Resorts. But don’t take our word for it — Ask Rosen. Literally. Just download the free Alexa app and explore all the features available. And when you’re ready to plan, simply download the Meeting Planner Toolkit at WeAreOrlando.us. Because when it comes to hospitality, few other proper- ties have the commitment to uncommon service that Rosen Hotels & Resorts embodies. Which is not surprising — Harris Rosen wouldn’t have it any other way. C&IT 62 October/November 2021 | Corporate & Incentive Travel | TheMeetingMagazines.com KATHLEEN BELLAS Director of Sales & Marketing Rosen Shingle Creek 9939 Universal Blvd., Orlando, FL 32819 kbellas@rosenhotels.com 407-996-3321 rosenhotels.comWeAreOrlando.us | Sales@RosenHotels.com | 407.996.4890 No Resort Fee | Complimentary In-Room Wi-Fi | RFID Key Locking System When you need hybrid, never-boring events. IT HAS TO BE ROSEN. If you are hosting an in-person or hybrid meeting or event in Orlando, it can only be Rosen Hotels & Resorts. A portfolio of three independently owned convention properties. Providing over 700,000 sq. ft. of flexible spaces that can accommodate everything from hybrid executive-level gatherings to company-wide virtual galas. Oering over 3,635 guestrooms and suites that redefine safety, comfort, and hospitality. All proudly designated GBAC Star™ Facilities and recipients of the 37th Annual “Award of Excellence” from Corporate & Incentive Travel. Rosen Plaza Rosen Centre Rosen Shingle Creek2021 AWARDS OF EXCELLENCE VISIT TAMPA BAY 10-Time Winner CITY-WIDE FACTS AND FEATURES Total Guest Rooms: 25,619 Total Hotels/Resorts: 200 Total Square Feet of Meeting Space: 600,000 T ampa Bay has more than Florida sunshine to offer your next meeting. With smart safety measures, cutting-edge upgrades to Tampa Convention Center, tech grants, new hotels and accolades by everyone from J.D. Power to USA Today, we’re writing Florida’s most meeting success stories. And we’ll do the same for you. SERVING A DIVERSE RANGE OF ORGANIZATIONS What do your organizations and meetings have in common with Super Bowl LV, the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD), the U.S. Travel Spring Meeting and Connect Market- place? Tampa Bay’s mix of safety and amenities met their event needs, and we can meet yours too. Plus, the AAD and Connect Marketplace join a growing roster of organizations that have moved their meetings to Tampa Bay from other cities. SMART PREP FROM ARRIVAL TO DEPARTURE After being a mainstay as one of the top-five airports in J.D. Power’s rankings, Tampa International Airport (TPA) ranked second in J.D. Power’s 2020 North America Airport Satisfaction Study. Plus, TPA was one of just five North American airports to rank among the most hygienic facilities in the Airport Service Quality Awards from Airports Council International. THE BEST VENUE KEEPS GETTING BETTER The waterfront Tampa Convention Center is already gear- ing up for even more renovations, targeted for 2023 completion. These include 18,000 sf of new meeting rooms, upgrades to the ballrooms and meeting halls, and adding two floors. The Tampa Convention Center also received the Global Biorisk Advisory Council Star accreditation — the cleaning industry’s only outbreak prevention, response and recovery accreditation, and the gold standard for prepared facilities. ACCLAIMED, AWARD-WINNING HOTELS AWAIT If you’re looking for luxury, try the five-star JW Marri- ott Tampa Water Street. This 519-room masterpiece features sprawling views of the waterfront and downtown, as well as floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking Amalie Arena. Plus, it fea- tures sleek mid-century modern furniture, décor with subtle nautical motifs and even a waterfall. For a unique boutique hotel, the new Hotel Haya in historic Ybor City is minutes from the Convention District. With mid- century Cuban flair, its wraparound balconies, stunning artwork and innovative menus earned it a spot on USA Today’s roster of 2020’s best new hotels. OPEN-AIR ADVENTURES IN EVERY DIRECTION After a day of meetings, guests can enjoy an evening filled with fresh-air fun. The Tampa Riverwalk makes much of it easy to access along one stunning pedestrian pathway. It connects the Tampa Convention Center to 2.6 miles of innovative out- door dining options, scenic parks and other attractions. Looking for a unique team-building activity? Stroll down to a group stand-up paddle-boarding experience from Urban Kai, or set sail on a dolphin-watching tour from The Florida Aquarium. CONNECT WITH OUR HYBRID MEETING GRANT Introducing a convenient way to offset unanticipated hybrid technology expenses. The Hybrid Meeting Grant — with a max- imum of $15,000 per event — helps keep attendees connected and minimizes hybrid technology costs. To help promote your meeting, Visit Tampa Bay and event organizers will develop a customized sponsorship market- ing package that includes mutually agreed-upon items. A few options include a custom landing page on VisitTampaBay.com, exclusive partner offers, sponsorship items and additional perks. Grants will be awarded based on estimated economic impact, anticipated attendance figures and other factors. Explore more on this grant at VisitTampaBay.com/hybrid-meetings. C&IT 64 October/November 2021 | Corporate & Incentive Travel | TheMeetingMagazines.com ADAM D E PIRO Vice President of Convention Sales Visit Tampa Bay 201 N. Franklin St., Suite 2900, Tampa, FL 33602 Phone: 813-342-4061 ADePiro@VisitTampaBay.com TampaMeetings.comTampaMeetings.com SUCCESS STORIES FLORIDA’S MOST With new hotels, venue upgrades and smart safety measures, Tampa Bay is creating meeting success stories for a variety of organizations in 2021 — and we’ll do the same for you. BARTONANGLEYECHAVARRIASTROHTURKAYWILLSON ON THE MOVE // Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe Resort, Spa & Casino and Resort at Squaw Creek announce Ashlee Barton as area director of sales and marketing. She was promoted from director of sales and marketing at Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe. She has more than 15 years working in the hospital- ity industry. She started working with Hyatt originally in 2018. Hutton Hotel has named Kristina Angley as director of sales and marketing. Within her two decades in the industry, Angley has worked with a variety of companies, including Margari- taville Hotel Nashville, Crestline Hotels & Resorts, Disney World Golf Management, Walt Disney World Swan & Dolphin, Waldorf Astoria Orlando and Kessler Hotel Collection. Majestic Resorts welcomes Lucien Echavarria as their direc- tor of sales and strategic partner- ship, USA & Canada. Echavarria has spent more than 20 years in the industry, working in pub- lic relations and guest services, as a sales manager, and as the executive director for the Domin- ican Republic Ministry of Tour- ism for more than 16 years. The Westin Los Angeles Air- port has named Melanie Stroh as director of sales. She has been with Westin for seven years, including working at The Westin Edmonton and The Westin Mis- sion Hills Golf Resort & Spa. In addition, she has worked for Sutton Place Hotel Edmonton, Radisson Hotel, Saskatoon and the Saskatoon Inn Hotel and Conference Centre. Playa Largo Resort & Spa, in Key Largo, Florida, welcomes Heather Turkay as director of sales and marketing. Turkay has 18 years of experience in the industry. She most recently worked at the Renaissance Columbus Westerville-Polaris in Westerville, Ohio. There, she worked as the pre-open- ing and opening director of sales & marketing. Hotel Zachary, Chicago, appointed Michael Willson to director of sales and marketing. He has been in the industry in one way or another for more than 20 years. This is his return to Hotel Zachary. He most recently worked at Thompson Chicago as the director of sales and mar- keting, working under the David- son Hospitality Group. 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