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Matt Pizzuti OCC staff

Jun. 09, 2017 | press

Green Oregon Convention Center Attracts Tech and Science Shows

Interview with Matt Pizzuti, Interim Executive Director – Oregon Convention Center

From EventsInAmerica.com

What is the history of the Oregon Convention Center?

Karol Collymore Brent Shelby Hyatt Regency Portland Regional Arts and Culture Council

May 12, 2017 | news releases

Oregon Convention Center plaza set for major renovation, updates

Oregon Convention Center officials plan to renovate the center’s northeast plaza, at the corner of Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. and Holladay Street, starting in 2018. The renovation project aims to give the grounds a fresh look by redesigning the plaza, and help visitors – particularly those staying at the soon-to-be-constructed Hyatt Regency Portland – navigate the area.

Education Foundation of the Oregon Restaurant and Lodging Association Scott Cruickshank Brandy Trotter OCC staff ORLA

May 08, 2017 | news releases

Oregon Convention Center highlighted in internationally accredited tourist industry training program

Looking for stories of exemplary customer service in the tourism industry, the Education Foundation of the Oregon Restaurant and Lodging Association reached out to Scott Cruickshank, then Executive Director of the Oregon Convention Center.

LED lighting energy efficiency sustainability

Apr. 25, 2017 | sustainability news

Oregon Convention Center's tower lights will be going dark temporarily in order to replace them with a new energy-efficient, programmable LED lighting system

On Tuesday, April 25th, the Oregon Convention Center (OCC) will begin replacing the existing fixtures that light its iconic towers with a significantly more energy-efficient lighting system. Soon new programmable, colored LED lights will add drama to the city’s nighttime skyline, enhance the convention center’s visitor experience, and amplify its forward-thinking brand.

CSRShareDay sustainability green building green meetings CSR Earth Day

Apr. 05, 2017 | sustainability news

Save The (Earth) Date! Oregon Convention Center to host Twitter conversation as part of #CSRShareDay on April 21st!

On Friday, April 21st - the day before Earth Day - Oregon Convention Center will participate in a worldwide Twitter conversation, organized by Positive Impact Events, called #CSRShareDay. For a second year, OCC will be a prominent sponsor of the 24-hour event and host a live Q&A session from 1-2 p.m. PT on Twitter.

Tom Hughes Hyatt Regency convention center hotel Metro Portland Development Commission parking

Mar. 21, 2017 | news releases

A statement from Metro Council President Tom Hughes on parking at the Hyatt Regency Portland

By Metro Council President Tom Hughes

It's no secret that greater Portland needs to work hard to create more family-wage jobs. Even though our economy is booming, too many Oregon families are being left behind.

We've done a great job in greater Portland working together to diversify our economy, and increase the amount of high-wage, skilled jobs in Oregon. One of my main goals as Metro Council President has been to set the stage for more middle-class job creation, as well, so our region's prosperity can be shared by all.

LEED USGBC GMIC sustainability green building Ryan Harvey

Feb. 17, 2017 | sustainability news

Oregon Convention Center included in new report that reveals venues across the globe are embracing LEED Green Building

LEED in Motion: Venues report from U.S. Green Building Council features the impact LEED and green practices are having on venues’ triple bottom line.

Scott Cruickshank Martha Bennett Tom Hughes Metro Metro Council OCC staff

Feb. 16, 2017 | news releases

Scott Cruickshank named general manager of visitor venues for Metro

Scott Cruickshank is the new general manager of visitor venues for Metro, marking the end of a national search. He replaces Teri Dresler, who retired last year. Cruickshank, currently serving as interim general manager, will begin his new role immediately.

Matt Pizzuti Shawn Corwin-Myland award CSPI OCC staff

Feb. 10, 2017 | news releases

OCC interim executive director Matt Pizzuti receives prestigious industry award

Convention Sales Professionals International (CSPI) announces Matt Pizzuti, Interim Executive Director for the Oregon Convention Center, as this year’s recipient of the prestigious Shawn Corwin-Myland Award bestowed by the association. Matt joined CSPI (formerly ACME: The Association for Convention Marketing Executives) in 1998 and volunteered to assist with leadership in 2002. He was the President of ACME for two consecutive years and helped provide stability and solid footing to the organization.

Ryan Harvey Matthew Uchtman sustainability OCC staff

Jan. 31, 2017 | sustainability news

OCC hires Ryan Harvey as its new sustainability coordinator

The Oregon Convention Center is pleased to announce that Ryan Harvey has been hired as its new sustainability coordinator.

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