submitted by Alexis Berggren, Charlotte Convention Center
Charlotte, NC – The Charlotte Regional Visitors Authority (CRVA) is pleased to announce two key additions to the leadership team at the Charlotte Convention Center: Andre Haston as Fire Safety & Life Systems Compliance Manager and Haley Cornell as Senior Event Manager.
Both professionals bring deep expertise in their respective areas and a proven commitment to operational excellence within the live events and venue management industry.
Andre Haston joins the Charlotte Convention Center from Bank of America Stadium, where he served as Manager of Compliance and Standards for Tepper Sports and Entertainment. With more than 15 years of experience in event security, life safety systems, and emergency response, he has coordinated safety operations for major NFL, MLS, and international events. At the Convention Center, Andre will oversee life safety and code compliance across all events, working with clients, contractors, and inspectors to ensure safe, efficient, and seamless event execution.
Haley Cornell has been promoted to Senior Event Manager at the Charlotte Convention Center following more than a decade of experience across venue operations, event services, and client relations. Her background includes leadership roles at the Long Beach Convention and Entertainment Center and the Cabarrus Arena and Events Center, where she managed complex conventions, trade shows, and corporate events.
“We’re excited to see these two industry professionals, both leaders in their field, move into important roles with the Charlotte Convention Center,” said Alexis Berggren, General Manager. “It’s exciting to be attracting and retaining talent of their caliber—people who strengthen our commitment to safety, service, and the guest experience.”
Together, Haston and Cornell will continue advancing the Center’s mission of providing a safe, efficient, and welcoming environment for all clients and guests, reinforcing Charlotte’s reputation as a premier meetings and events destination.
About the Charlotte Convention Center
The Charlotte Convention Center, operated by the Charlotte Regional Visitors Authority (CRVA), offers 600,000 square feet of flexible meeting and exhibit space in the heart of Uptown Charlotte. The Center serves as a catalyst for the region’s hospitality and tourism economy, hosting conventions, trade shows, and special events that showcase Charlotte as a world-class meetings destination.
About the Charlotte Regional Visitors Authority (CRVA)
The Charlotte Regional Visitors Authority works to drive the visitor economy and enhance the visitor experience for Charlotte. The CRVA manages several of the region’s most significant venues and visitor assets, including the Charlotte Convention Center, the NASCAR Hall of Fame, Bojangles Coliseum, and Ovens Auditorium.
