AC&F Industry News

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Visit Anaheim, the official destination marketing organization (DMO) for Anaheim, announced that Mike Waterman has been appointed the President and CEO of the organization, effective April 29, 2024. Waterman, a hospitality veteran with over 30 years of leadership and sales experience, previously served as Chief Sales Officer at Visit Orlando. “I am honored and excited […]

JetBlue announced it has expanded its Paris service with its inaugural flight from Boston, which departed today from Boston Logan International Airport (BOS). JetBlue’s new flight between Boston and Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) follows the successful launch of service from New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) last summer and further builds […]

Based upon filings from the casino licensees made with the Division of Gaming Enforcement, the casino licensees reported 4th quarter 2023 Net Revenue of $781.9 million, reflecting a 1.3% increase over the same quarter last year. Casino licensees reported 4th quarter 2023 Gross Operating Profit of $148.5 million, a 3.6% decrease compared to 4th quarter […]

Becky Bixby, interim general manager for Huntington Place/ASM Global, is thrilled to unveil an innovative security training program orchestrated by the Public Safety Director, Marlon Wilson. Bixby affirms, “Huntington Place is dedicated to providing a secure and enjoyable experience for all our guests. Marlon’s leadership and collaborative efforts with other Detroit Directors of Security reinforce […]

Happy Global Meetings Industry Day! MPI is offering a special deal today only — 30% off new and renewing* MPI premier and preferred memberships by using promo code “Journey30″ MPI strives to lead the world in education, networking and innovative solutions that advance not only the meeting and event industry, but the careers of the […]

ASAE invites association professionals to step into the future at the 2024 Marketing, Membership, Communications + Tech Conference, taking place May 30-31, 2024, at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Washington, DC. ASAE’s MMC + Tech Conference 2024 has all of the expert-led, actionable learning that association professionals need to take their marketing, membership and […]

NYC Tourism + Conventions announced that Fred Dixon will leave his role as President and CEO in June. Dixon has been tapped to lead Brand USA, the nation’s destination marketing organization responsible for promoting the US as a premier travel destination. He will start the new role in July. NYC Tourism + Conventions Chief Marketing Officer […]

The St. Regis Washington, D.C. has underwent an extensive redesign and renovation of its guest rooms, suites and select spaces. The renovation marks a new era at the property… it was first built in 1926. “Throughout the building’s storied history, The St. Regis Washington, D.C. has played host to dignitaries, royalty and refined travelers, with […]

  InterContinental Hotels & Resorts, part of IHG Hotels & Resorts’ luxury & lifestyle portfolio, announces the Summer 2024 opening of InterContinental San Antonio Riverwalk. The 21-story property, boasting incredible views, features 390 rooms with 20 suites, 18,000-sqft of meeting space, a Club InterContinental lounge, and four unique restaurant and bar concepts. Located in the […]