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Nov. 01, 2019 | news releases

Oregon Convention Center Wins Its First Stella Award, One of the Hospitality Industry’s Most Prestigious Honors

Oregon Convention Center (OCC) is honored to receive a 2019 Stella Award for Best Convention Center.  OCC took the Bronze award in the Far West category (which includes Alaska, California, Hawaii, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, Oregon, Washington, and Wyoming) for a regional, standalone facility.

IAVM IAVM Board of Directors Erin Jepson Craig Stroud
Jul. 26, 2019 | news releases

Oregon Convention Center’s Erin Jepson appointed to IAVM Board of Directors

The Oregon Convention Center (OCC) is pleased to announce that Erin Jepson, OCC’s Director of Events and Guest Services, has been selected as the next Convention Center Sector Director for the International Association of Venue Managers (IAVM) Board of Directors.

Portland-Sapporo Sister City Association Portland Mayor Ted Wheeler Mayor Katsuhiro Akimoto Craig Stroud
Jun. 12, 2019 | news releases

Celebrating the Portland Sapporo Sister City Association’s 60 years of prosperity and peace

Portland Mayor Ted Wheeler and Sapporo, Japan, Mayor Katsuhiro Akimoto continued their committment to the Portland Sapporo Sister City relationship by rededicating the Japanese bell gifted by business leaders in Sapporo to Portland as a 30th anniversary gift.

Smart Stars Award sustainability Craig Stroud
Jun. 06, 2019 | news releases

Oregon Convention Center named a 2019 Smart Stars Award winner

The Smart Stars Awards have risen to become a notable industry benchmark and celebrated planning resource for meeting professionals worldwide. Each year, meeting planners vote for their favorite properties, venues and destinations in 35 distinguished categories, all critical to the success of their meetings and events.

Oregon Convention Center earned a 2019 Smart Stars Award in the Best Eco/Green category. This is the eighth consecutive Smart Stars Award that the OCC has won.

Olivia Lofstedt Erin Jepson IAVM
Jun. 04, 2019 | news releases

Oregon Convention Center’s Olivia Lofstedt gains industry-wide recognition

Olivia Lofstedt, Event Manager at the Oregon Convention Center (OCC), has been recognized by the International Association of Venue Managers (IAVM) in its prestigious 30|UNDER|30 Class of 2019. Each year, IAVM selects the best and brightest emerging leaders in venue management to join the 30|UNDER|30 program, and to work together over the next year to accelerate the venue industry.

Metro Hyatt Regency Portland OCC renovation Scott Cruickshank Craig Stroud Economic Impact
Apr. 09, 2019 | news releases

Metro’s Visitor Venues: Economic driver and employer of thousands

Portland’s most prominent visitor venues, operated by Metro, contributed $773 million to greater Portland’s economy in 2018, according to a report by Crossroads Consulting. The report said the Oregon Convention Center, Portland Expo Center, Oregon Zoo and Portland’5 Center for the Arts combined for 1,435 events, collectively which translated to $773 million in spending, 7,310 jobs and $27.7 million in tax revenue.

OCC renovation accessibility Craig Stroud Ryan Harvey sustainability
Mar. 22, 2019 | news releases

Oregon Convention Center improves accessibility with addition of Level 1 Connector

The Oregon Convention Center’s $39 million renovation is well underway and recently completed its first phase. A major part of Phase 1 involved a structural change to the first and largest level of the venue that may not be immediately noticeable. Among the public spaces of the Center, a passageway was constructed to connect the North and South sides to improve accessibility for guests.

OCC staff Diversity Equity Inclusion Dr. Markisha Smith Metro Craig Stroud
Mar. 19, 2019 | news releases

Oregon Convention Center staff invests in creating safe and welcoming spaces

When we talk about creating safe and welcoming spaces in our communities, local businesses and organizations need to follow through and do the real work it takes. Having adequate policies and procedures, combined with regular diversity, equity and inclusion training are key to advancing these goals.

Cindy Wallace Portland Business Journal Craig Stroud
Mar. 05, 2019 | news releases

Oregon Convention Center Director of Sales and Marketing recognized as regional influencer by Portland Business Journal

Congratulations to the Oregon Convention Center’s Cindy Wallace on her recent recognition as a woman of influence by The Portland Business Journal (PBJ).

For the past 16 years PJB editorial staffers recognize and celebrate women across the region who are making an impact, cultivating change and bringing the community together. A nominee is considered an established business leader with a strong record of innovation in her field, outstanding performance in her business and/or a clear track record of meaningful community involvement.

Portland Winter Light Festival tower lights GO Production Services
Feb. 07, 2019 | news releases

Oregon Convention Center to add some color to this year's Portland Winter Light Festival

Now in its fourth year, the annual Portland Winter Light Festival is a citywide event showcasing illuminated art installations, vibrant performances, and stunning kinetic fire sculptures throughout our city.

Over 100 artists, performers and locations will take part, including the Oregon Convention Center. The OCC is a Dazzling Sponsor of the festival and will display a dynamic and colorful light show from 6 to 11 p.m., February 7th through 9th!

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