New Orleans & Company

We’re excited to share that New Orleans & Company has been nominated for the prestigious Smart Meetings Platinum Choice Award! This honor celebrates excellence in destinations and venues—just two reasons why New Orleans is #BuiltToHost. Help us win by casting your vote in the “CVB – Louisiana” category, and don’t forget to support our member partners in the “Hotel/Venue – Louisiana” group. Hurry, voting ends September 30! #PlatinumChoiceAwards2024 Vote here: https://lnkd.in/gkiu_Msj

Our Tourism Sales team hosted a successful FAM Trip for Japanese tour operators! Administrative & Assistant Service Coordinator Georgia Maling and Account Executive Olivia Markase collaborated with Brand USA and American Airlines to organize a 3-night Japan Product FAM in New Orleans. The Southern itinerary showcased the rich musical heritage of New Orleans, Memphis, and Nashville. Five top-producing Japanese tour operators joined us, representing H.I.S., JALPAK, Club Tourism, Eurasia Travel, and Japan Travel Gallery. Our NOLA program featured visits to the New Orleans Jazz Museum, a Preservation Hall Jazz Band performance, and dinner at Arnaud's & the French 75 Bar Jazz Bistro. The FAM attendees enjoyed our city's numerous attractions and are excited to rebuild Japanese travel to New Orleans. We're thrilled to have showcased our vibrant culture and look forward to welcoming more visitors from Japan! Click here to learn more: https://bit.ly/3n25BKY

The National Society of Genetic Counselors is underway. Through Sept. 21, attendees will gather to gain knowledge of clinical and scientific best practices and insights into emerging research on genetics and genomics. Our Convention Sales team played a key role in bringing this scientifically significant event to New Orleans. #NSGC2024 is a natural fit for our special city where soul-stirring traditions make way for mind-blowing innovations. #BuiltToHost

New Orleans is honored to host the SPE ATCE 2024 as it celebrates a century of progress in the oil and gas industry. Our convention sales team, dedicated to securing complex meetings and events for our city, proudly booked this impactful conference for another year. In a city #BuiltToHost with innovation at its core, join global energy professionals in exploring the future of sustainable energy solutions. #ATCE2024 Register here: https://lnkd.in/gwU2Hbg6

Here’s to the start of a successful school year! 👏 On behalf of our New Orleans & Company staff, our HR Intern Chase Brown and Clerk & Courier Michael George delivered school supplies to five schools across the city: The Leah Chase School, Dwight D. Eisenhower Charter School, McDonogh 35 Senior High School, Warren Easton Senior High School, and Schaumburg Elementary (ReNEW Schools Charter Management Organization). We’re proud to support students, parents, and teachers by providing the essentials to help kick off the new year on the right foot!

Our team is gearing up for IMEX 2024 in Las Vegas! From October 8-10, we'll be connecting with global leaders in the meetings and events industry. Representing us are Walt Leger III, President & CEO; Sallee Pavlovich, Vice President of National Accounts & Trade Shows; Fay Nedd, Director of National Accounts; Erica Lee, Senior Account Executive; Carl Lauto, Senior Account Executive; and Stephanie Turner, Senior Vice President of Convention Sales and Strategies. Come see us at Booth #D3443 if you're attending! We're excited to explore new opportunities for our destination and share insights from this premier event. Stay tuned! #IMEX2024 #BuiltToHost

Happy Birthday Month to our incredible staff members born in September! We’re thrilled to celebrate each of you and the dedication you bring to our team. Here’s to a fantastic month filled with joy and celebration as we honor your special day! Join us in sending warm birthday wishes to our September stars! 🎉

New Orleans is thrilled to welcome the NAAIA - National African American Insurance Association National African American Insurance Association (NAAIA National) conference from September 17-19! Our city is eager to host attendees from across the nation for three impactful days dedicated to enhancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in the insurance sector. Our dedicated Convention Sales team is honored to have played a key role in bringing this important event to our city. Their efforts highlight our community's commitment to fostering meaningful dialogue and supporting NAAIA’s essential mission. With our renowned hospitality and the enthusiasm of NAAIA’s participants, we’re ready to make this conference both memorable and successful. New Orleans’ dedication to progress and inclusion shows we’re #BuiltToHost! #NAAIAinNOLA #NAAIA24

Though Museum Month wrapped up in August, this Member Monday is your reminder that there are always fantastic reasons to explore New Orleans' exceptional museums. From rich history and vibrant art to unique exhibits, our city's museums offer something truly special. Don’t miss the chance to immerse yourself in world-class culture and heritage all year round! 🏛️: Ogden Museum of Southern Art 🏛️: The Historic New Orleans Collection 🏛️: New Orleans Museum of Art 🏛️: Louisiana Children's Museum 🏛️:The National WWII Museum It’s not too late to discover something new—plan your museum visits today!

Francine has moved on from New Orleans, most hospitality businesses and downtown hotels are up and running! Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) is open and flights are resuming, so check with your airline for the latest updates. We’re excited to have you back! There’s a lot to look forward to, including NOLAxNOLA, Music Month, Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour, Halloween, the National Fried Chicken Festival, Beignet Fest, major conventions, Bayou Classic, and Super Bowl LIX on February 9. For more details visit https://bit.ly/3joCi0b