This June 18-19 the Tulsa Convention Center will host the first OK PLAY! Children's Expo, two adventure-filled days of hands-on activities, high-energy entertainment and educational exploration through various exhibits and vendor booths.
John Bolton, General Manager, says of the new event: “With successful events such as the Rock ‘n Rib Festival and Winterfest in the fall and winter months, we identified the need for a fun-filled summer event for families to enjoy. By mid-June, families have often spent hours at the pool or parks and are looking for something new to spike interest –OK PLAY! will be a great addition to the calendar and will serve as a valuable resource for parents to learn about new activities and educational programs for their kids.”
More information about the OK PLAY! Children's Expo, including exhibitor applications and entertainment schedules, can be found at www.tulsaconvention.com/okplay.
Thursday, March 3, 2011
Friday, February 25, 2011
SMG Jacksonville Employees Honored at Rose Awards
SMG Jacksonville was proudly representated at the North Florida Hotel & Lodging Association's ROSE (Recognition of Service Excellence) Awards on February 22. Included in the nominations for outstanding customer service were Carla Ross (Savor), Brenda Mallory Small (SMG), Angie Green (SMG) and Lucious Hart (CSC), with Brenda taking home the award for Guest Services - Front Desk. Congratulations to Brenda and all the nominees!
According the North Florida Hotel & Loding Association:
According the North Florida Hotel & Loding Association:
"ROSE Award honorees are true industry champions for their companies and our region. We hope you will take the opportunity to recognize your employees who exemplify service excellence by nominating them for this prestigious award.
The mission of the ROSE Award is to recognize front line hospitality employees who exemplify excellent customer service. These industry champions, through one-on –one or behind-the-scenes contact, create an extraordinary visitor experience in Northeast Florida."
Wednesday, February 23, 2011
Charitable Giving in Tulsa: SMG ROCKS THIS TOWN
SMG Tulsa has set up a great new charitable program involving the staff at the BOK Center and Tulsa Convention Center called SMG Rocks This Town. Some of the organizations they're already planning on helping include:
Big Brothers Big Sisters
Animal Rescue Foundation & Tulsa “Bark Park”
Junior Achievement Program/Tulsa Public Schools
Up with Trees
Habitat for Humanity
Oklahomans for Equality
Monday, February 21, 2011
Tulsa City Council Awards SMG Special Proclamation for Outstanding Service
SMG was honored with a special proclamation during the Tulsa City Council meeting on Thursday, February 17. Councilor Chris Trail presented the award in Recognition of Outstanding Service to John Bolton, General Manager of the BOK Center and Tulsa Convention Center, on behalf of SMG.
During the presentation, Councilor Trail recognized the leadership and organization that has helped the BOK Center consistently rank in the top 10 arenas nationally. This success has extended throughout the Northeastern region of Oklahoma and impacted the quality of life for thousands of Tulsans and citizens in surrounding areas. He also lauded Mr. Bolton's attention to detail and acknowledged the City of Tulsa was fortunate to have someone like him responsible for the venues.
As Mr. Bolton accepted the honor, he thanked the Tulsa City Council for their continued support of SMG. “It has been a truly great experience working with the City of Tulsa. The BOK Center is an amazing venue and I am so proud of the amazing team of SMG employees who work hard every day to make this venue a success."
During the presentation, Councilor Trail recognized the leadership and organization that has helped the BOK Center consistently rank in the top 10 arenas nationally. This success has extended throughout the Northeastern region of Oklahoma and impacted the quality of life for thousands of Tulsans and citizens in surrounding areas. He also lauded Mr. Bolton's attention to detail and acknowledged the City of Tulsa was fortunate to have someone like him responsible for the venues.
As Mr. Bolton accepted the honor, he thanked the Tulsa City Council for their continued support of SMG. “It has been a truly great experience working with the City of Tulsa. The BOK Center is an amazing venue and I am so proud of the amazing team of SMG employees who work hard every day to make this venue a success."
Friday, February 18, 2011
Hawai'i Convention Center Caps Off 2010 with Three Major Global Events
The Hawai'i Convention Center finished a successful 2010 by hosting more than 20,000 people from nearly 100 countries. These major international events included the American Academy of Periodontology (AAP) 2010 Annual Meeting in October, and December’s Pan Pacific VEX Robotics Tournament and the PACIFICHEM 2010 Congress.
The spotlight will continue to shine on Hawai'i in 2011 with Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) 2011 Leaders’ Meeting in November. The Convention Center will also host: The 70th Anniversary Association for Asian Studies (AAS) Annual Conference in March; the 63rd Annual American Academy of Neurology (AAN) 2011 Annual Meeting in April; the 27th Annual Pacific Rim International Conference on Disabilities in April; and the 164th Annual Meeting of the American Psychiatric Association (APA) in May.
Visit the Hawai'i Convention Center site.
The spotlight will continue to shine on Hawai'i in 2011 with Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) 2011 Leaders’ Meeting in November. The Convention Center will also host: The 70th Anniversary Association for Asian Studies (AAS) Annual Conference in March; the 63rd Annual American Academy of Neurology (AAN) 2011 Annual Meeting in April; the 27th Annual Pacific Rim International Conference on Disabilities in April; and the 164th Annual Meeting of the American Psychiatric Association (APA) in May.
Visit the Hawai'i Convention Center site.
Wednesday, February 16, 2011
SMG in the News: A Profitable Fall for the BOK Center
SMG management and the staff at BOK Center have worked hard to bring big-name events to Tulsa, and it has paid off, reports Tulsa World.
CONSOL Energy Center Named Best New Venue
CONSOL Energy Center was named the nation’s Best New Major Concert Venue for 2010 at the 22nd annual POLLSTAR Concert Industry Awards in Los Angeles.
POLLSTAR has been the concert industry’s leading business trade publication for 30 years, and voting for the annual awards is conducted by a cross-section of top industry professionals.
“It is a phenomenal honor to receive this award from POLLSTAR because the award-winners are nominated and voted on by the leading executives in the concert industry,” said Jay Roberts, general manager of CONSOL Energy Center. “I think it says a lot for Pittsburgh and our region and all the great people here who have worked so hard to make it all possible.”
CONSOL Energy Center, which opened its doors to back-to-back sold-out shows by the legendary Paul McCartney in August, also hosted sold-out concerts by Lady Gaga, Rush, Roger Waters, the Eagles, Trans-Siberian Orchestra, Chelsea Handler and Justin Bieber in 2010. Upcoming shows include Bon Jovi (Feb. 11-12), Lady Gaga, Elton John and New Kids On The Block/Backstreet Boys.
The new arena is home to the Pittsburgh Penguins and also hosts Division I college basketball and a wide range of other events, including family shows. In March, the new Pittsburgh Power franchise of the Arena Football League will begin play here.
“Our goal from the start was to build a dynamic multi-purpose arena that would be an entertainment magnet for Pittsburgh and the region,” said David Morehouse, CEO and President of the Pittsburgh Penguins. “Congratulations to Jay and his staff for all they’ve done to make CONSOL Energy Center the best new major concert venue in the country.”
POLLSTAR has been the concert industry’s leading business trade publication for 30 years, and voting for the annual awards is conducted by a cross-section of top industry professionals.
“It is a phenomenal honor to receive this award from POLLSTAR because the award-winners are nominated and voted on by the leading executives in the concert industry,” said Jay Roberts, general manager of CONSOL Energy Center. “I think it says a lot for Pittsburgh and our region and all the great people here who have worked so hard to make it all possible.”
CONSOL Energy Center, which opened its doors to back-to-back sold-out shows by the legendary Paul McCartney in August, also hosted sold-out concerts by Lady Gaga, Rush, Roger Waters, the Eagles, Trans-Siberian Orchestra, Chelsea Handler and Justin Bieber in 2010. Upcoming shows include Bon Jovi (Feb. 11-12), Lady Gaga, Elton John and New Kids On The Block/Backstreet Boys.
The new arena is home to the Pittsburgh Penguins and also hosts Division I college basketball and a wide range of other events, including family shows. In March, the new Pittsburgh Power franchise of the Arena Football League will begin play here.
“Our goal from the start was to build a dynamic multi-purpose arena that would be an entertainment magnet for Pittsburgh and the region,” said David Morehouse, CEO and President of the Pittsburgh Penguins. “Congratulations to Jay and his staff for all they’ve done to make CONSOL Energy Center the best new major concert venue in the country.”
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