St. John’s Convention Centre Names New Executive Chef

by Lori Smith

Jeremy McKinnon has been appointed executive chef for the St. John's Convention Centre (SJCC), reports Centerplate and St. John’s Sports and Entertainment Ltd. “Chef Jeremy has created culinary masterpieces throughout Canada including Vancouver, Toronto, and Lake Louise, as well internationally in Scotland,” said Rejean Roch, general manager for Centerplate at St. John’s Convention Centre.  … Read More about St. John’s Convention Centre Names New Executive Chef

Caesars Entertainment Recognized for Positive Community Impact

by Lori Smith

Caesars Entertainment Corporation has been recognized for the fourth year as one of the most community-minded companies, and for the third time as the leader in the consumer discretionary industry, by Civic 50, a Points of Light initiative. The Civic 50 provides a U.S. standard for superior corporate citizenship and showcases how companies can use their time, skills and other resources to … Read More about Caesars Entertainment Recognized for Positive Community Impact

Memphis CVB Rebrands as Memphis Tourism

by Lori Smith

The Memphis Convention & Visitors Bureau has rebranded as Memphis Tourism and launched a refreshed music-inspired logo and tagline. “Authenticity is at the heart of everything we do, staying true to who we are as a city and destination will aid us in fostering continued growth for the Memphis economy," said Kevin Kane, president and CEO, Memphis Tourism. "The development of this new … Read More about Memphis CVB Rebrands as Memphis Tourism

Meliá Opening New Luxury Resort in Dominican Republic

by Lori Smith

Meliá Hotels International will open its newest luxury experience in the Dominican Republic this December. The Grand Reserve at Paradisus Palma Real will offer 288 one- and two-bedroom suites, seven restaurants and bars, a full-service spa by Natura Bissé, wellness facility and Beach Club with access to Bavaro Beach. It is located 30 minutes from Punta Cana International Airport. "We're … Read More about Meliá Opening New Luxury Resort in Dominican Republic

byPeterandPauls.com Reopens Toronto’s Iconic David Duncan House

by Lori Smith

More than 300 friends, family members, colleagues, business associates, media members and City of Toronto officials gathered at David Duncan House last week to celebrate byPeterandPauls.com's re-launch of the iconic Toronto restaurant. Guests at the indoor/outdoor celebration enjoyed a live raw bar, charcuterie and traditional favourites like Cherries Jubilee and table-side Caesar salad, a … Read More about byPeterandPauls.com Reopens Toronto’s Iconic David Duncan House

2017/18 Boom Year for Quebec City Convention Centre

by Lori Smith

Events held at the Québec City Convention Centre in 2017-2018 generated $101 million of economic impact for the area, a 10 per cent increase over the previous fiscal year. The centre, which is the largest meeting space in the Québec City area, hosted 170 events and 205,000 conference-goers in 2017/18. The year's meetings included 56 conferences, 18 of them international. The centre's overall … Read More about 2017/18 Boom Year for Quebec City Convention Centre

Team-Building Events Donate to B.C. Food Banks

by Lori Smith

British Columbia food banks received more than 12,000 meals as the result of two team-building events held earlier this month, reports Vancouver-based Eventology, Using Catalyst Global's Hole in One activity, a 250-person group from First West Credit Union completed the 90-minute challenge at Whistlers' conference centre as part of its Feed the Valley and Full Cupboard campaign, donating … Read More about Team-Building Events Donate to B.C. Food Banks

Group Germain Renovating Downtown Montreal Property

by Lori Smith

Group Germain Hotels has announced plans for a $20 million renovation of its Le Germain property in downtown Montréal. The Mansfield Street hotel will close in October and reopen in May 2019. "This major transformation will allow Le Germain Hotel Montréal to enhance the experience of our guests, in addition to allowing us to remain competitive in the face of the tremendous growth we are … Read More about Group Germain Renovating Downtown Montreal Property

Wall Centre Hotels Adds to Sales Team

by Lori Smith

Lee Meller has been appointed regional director of MICE, tour and travel for the Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre and the Westin Wall Centre, Vancouver Airport. Meller's career developed out of his love for travel and skiing. Born in Bognor Regis, England, he entered the industry with a job in operations and customer service for a UK-based ski tour operator. In this role, he traveled and made … Read More about Wall Centre Hotels Adds to Sales Team

FMAV Names New General Manager, Atlantic Canada

by Lori Smith

Broadcast production veteran Henrick Strait-Hinnerichsen has been named the new general manager, Atlantic Canada at FMAV. Strait-Hinnerichsen brings over 20 years of expertise in broadcast production, operations management, marketing and business strategies, with the last 10 years focused on operational efficiency, communication, technological best practices and project management in both … Read More about FMAV Names New General Manager, Atlantic Canada

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