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ERIK HUDSON APPOINTED GENERAL MANAGER MOBILE ARENA

Oak View Group (OVG), the global leader in premium live entertainment infrastructure and services including venue development, venue management, hospitality, and sponsorship sales, today announced that Erik Hudson has been named General Manager of the new Mobile Arena, overseeing all venue operations, event programming, staff development, partnerships, and community engagement for the venue opening in 2027.

RALEIGH CONVENTION CENTER UPDATE FOLLOWING DECEMBER 1ST FIRE

The Raleigh Convention Center is making substantial progress toward welcoming events back after a fire on the evening of Monday, December 1st. The fire damaged portions of the roof, but thanks to the quick action of the first responders with the Raleigh Fire Department, everyone in the building at the time exited safely, and the interior of the building was unharmed by the fire.

ACCESS TCA Acquires Top Shelf Exhibits, Inc.

Access TCA has acquired Orlando-based Top Shelf Exhibits, Inc., a full-service exhibit design, fabrication, and rental company, focusing on providing high-touch service and unique design.  Top Shelf is known for its affordable solutions and show-floor expertise. 

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Cindy Wallace Named Executive Director

Metro and the Metropolitan Exposition-Recreation Commission (MERC) are pleased to announce that Cindy Wallace, who has been serving as interim executive director of both the Oregon Convention Center (OCC) and the Portland Expo Center, has accepted the permanent role of Executive Director for the two venues. Wallace becomes the first woman to lead both OCC and Expo in their combined history.

Spiro Acquires 2Heads

Spiro, the global experiential agency within GES, today announced its acquisition of 2Heads, a London-based creative agency renowned for innovative brand experiences across North America and Europe.

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SITE Appoints Bishop-McCann as Global Strategic Event Partner

SITE (Society for Incentive Travel Excellence) has appointed Bishop-McCann as its global strategic event partner for a three-year term. Under the agreement, Bishop-McCann will provide key planning services and support delivery of SITE’s portfolio of events worldwide, operating as a true extension of the association’s internal team.

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Owensboro Announces Staff Promotion

Oak View Group (OVG), the provider of Venue Management to the Owensboro Convention Center and Owensboro Sportscenter, are pleased to announce the promotion of J.T. Pedley to Director of Sales and Sponsorships.

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New Orleans’ Jim Cook Named to “New Orleans 500”

Biz New Orleans has named New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center (NOENMCC) President and CEO Jim Cook to its 2025 “New Orleans 500” list. The annual publication recognizes the most influential business leaders and professionals whose work is shaping the region’s economy and future.

Huntington Place Welcomes Hassan Shahlaei

Huntington Place announces the appointment of Hassan Shahlaei as the new General Manager of Sodexo Live!, the convention center’s premier hospitality and catering partner.

IFES and AKEI Sign Partnership Agreement

The International Federation of Exhibition and Event Services (IFES) is pleased to announce the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Association of Korean Exhibition Industry (AKEI).

Art of Fiber extends UFI Diamond Sponsorship Agreement

UFI, The Global Association of the Exhibition Industry, is pleased to announce that the Art of Fiber has renewed its multi-year UFI Diamond Sponsorship agreement, further strengthening its longstanding partnership with UFI.

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