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Great Meetings Happen Here<strong>IMEX</strong> <strong>America</strong>October 15 - 17, 2013
New Orleans CVB Sales StaffMary Beth Mullin, Convention Sales ManagerMarket: Corporations and Associations, Northeast,Mid-Atlantic, and SoutheastPhone 504-566-5081 | Email mmullin@neworleanscvb.comRebecca Landry, CMP, Convention Sales ManagerSpecialty Market: HelmsBriscoe, ConferenceDirect, and HPNPhone 602-441-3909 | Email rlandry@neworleanscvb.comLyn Hallaron, CMP, Convention Sales ManagerMarket: Associations, MidwestSpecialty Market: SmithBucklin & AssociatesPhone 504-566-5083 | Email lhallaron@neworleanscvb.comConvention Sales, 400 Peak and AboveNikki Moon, Vice President of Convention SalesOversees and directs convention sales, marketing, advertising andConvention ServicesPhone 504-566-5034 | Email nmoon@neworleanscvb.comDonna Glover, Director of Association SalesMarket: Convention Center groups, trade shows and associations,East CoastPhone 504-566-5007 | Email dglover@neworleanscvb.comSallee Pavlovich, Director of Corporate Meeting Sales and TradeShow SalesMarket: Convention center groups, Trade Shows, Associations andCorporations, Northeast and West CoastPhone 504-566-5035 | Email spavlovich@neworleanscvb.comSusan Ives, CMP, Senior Sales ManagerMarket: Associations, NortheastSpecialty Market: Labor UnionsPhone 504-566-5043 | Email sives@neworleanscvb.comTed Pennison, Senior Sales ManagerMarket: Southeast/Northeast Corporations and Association, primaryemphasis on convention center usersSpecialty Market: PharmaPhone 504-566-5023 | Email tpennison@neworleanscvb.comRaquel Dufauchard, CMP, Senior Sales ManagerMarket: Associations, NortheastSpecialty Markets: Minority and SmithBucklin & AssociatesPhone 504-566-5061 | Email rdufauchard@neworleanscvb.comFay Nedd, CGMP, Senior Sales ManagerMarket: Government, Northeast AssociationsSpecialty Market: Amateur SportsPhone 504-566-5060 | Email fnedd@neworleanscvb.comCarl Lauto, CMP, Senior Sales ManagerMarket: Associations, MidwestSpecialty Market: ExperientPhone 504-566-5047 | Email clauto@neworleanscvb.comConvention Sales, Under 400 PeakErica Lee, Convention Sales ManagerMarket: West of the MississippiPhone 504-566-5014 | Email elee@neworleanscvb.comSharon Sibley, Convention Sales ManagerMarket: East of the MississippiPhone 504-566-5037 | Email ssibley@neworleanscvb.comEmily Nagel, Convention Sales ManagerMarket: East of the MississippiPhone 504-566-5017 | Email enagel@neworleanscvb.comBillie Jo Pigniolo, Convention Sales ManagerMarket: West of the MississippiPhone 504-566-5064 | Email bpigniolo@neworleanscvb.comConvention Sales, Regional Sales ManagersElizabeth George, CMM, Manager, Northeastern RegionMarkets: Associations and Corporations, Maine, New Hampshire,Vermont, Massachusetts, New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania,Delaware, Rhode Island, and ConnecticutPhone 631-725-2137 | Email egeorge@neworleanscvb.comHelen Mesfin, CMP, Manager, Mid-Atlantic RegionMarkets: Association and Corporations, Washington, DC, Virginia,and MarylandPhone 202-526-3913 | Email hmesfin@neworleanscvb.comPeggy Murray Hagaman, Manager, Mid-West RegionMarkets: Associations and Corporations, Illinois and WisconsinPhone 847-236-0200 | Email phagaman@neworleanscvb.comShanon Villeneuve, Manager, Mid-West RegionMarkets: Associations and Corporations, Illinois, Minnesota,Michigan, Indiana, and OhioPhone 630-855-3197 | Email svilleneuve@neworleanscvb.com2020 St. Charles Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70130call (800) 672-6124 or visit our website www.neworleanscvb.com
New Orleans CVB Sales StaffConvention Sales Staff, Convention ServicesMaryBeth Guarisco, CMP, Director of Convention ServicesPhone 504-566-5026 | Email mbguarisco@neworleanscvb.comTiffany Isemann, Event PlannerPhone 504-566-5004 | Email tisemann@neworleanscvb.comLynne Higbee, Convention Services Registration CoordinatorPhone 504-556-5904 | Email lhigbee@neworleanscvb.comRachel Avery, Convention Services Account ExecutivePhone 504-566-5063 | Email ravery@neworleanscvb.comLibby Kemp, Convention Services Account ExecutivePhone 504-566-5025 | Email ekemp@neworleanscvb.comAlexandra Sparr, Convention Services Account ExecutivePhone 504-566-5068 | Email asparr@neworleanscvb.comTourismKim Priez, Vice President, TourismPhone 504-566-5033 | Email kpriez@neworleanscvb.comConnie Campbell, Senior Sales ManagerMarket: Europe, International Tour Operators, Travel Agents andFIT ProgramsPhone 504-566-5069 | ccampbell@neworleanscvb.comMaria Manzella, Sales ManagerMarkets: Latin <strong>America</strong>, Canada, Asia and Pacific regionsPhone 504-566-5096 | Email mmanzella@neworleanscvb.comLeslie Straughan, Sales ManagerMarket: Retail Travel Agents in United States & Canada, Cruise &Wedding GroupsPhone 504-566-5018 | Email lstraughan@neworleanscvb.comLisa Holland, Sales ManagerMarket: Tour Operators, Wholesalers in United States,Student Groups, Bank Travel GroupsPhone 504-566-5053 | Email lholland@neworleanscvb.comAngie-Jo Barbara, Account ExecutiveMarket: Family Reunions and handles special projects and assists allmanagersPhone 504-566-5032 | Email abarbara@neworleanscvb.com2020 St. Charles Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70130call (800) 672-6124 or visit our website www.neworleanscvb.com
Why Choose New Orleans1. Award-Winning DestinationNew Orleans cuisine isn’t the only thing spicing up the city.<strong>America</strong>’s most authentic city welcomed 8.75 million visitors in 2011,and has hosted major events such as Mardi Gras, Essence MusicFestival, Jazz Fest, BCS National Championship Game, and FinalFour, in addition to hundreds of prominent conventions.2. CuisineTime in New Orleans isn’t kept in hours or days, but in meals.When dining in New Orleans, experience a culinary adventure thatspans a wide array of cuisines. From Cajun and Creole to Soul andContemporary French, award-winning chefs create food for yourtaste buds and nourishment for your soul.Taste for yourself why Bon Appétit named New Orleans one of<strong>America</strong>’s Top 5 Restaurant cities. Start the day with a beignetdrenched in powdered sugar and a steaming café au lait. Chowdown on a fried shrimp po’boy or mountainous muffuletta for lunch.And end your day with gumbo, Shrimp Creole, and flaming BananasFoster.3. World Class Convention FacilitiesNew Orleans Morial Convention Center is ranked among the nation’sbest facilities. With over one million square feet of contiguous exhibitspace, it continues to undergo millions of dollars in improvements,and is now one of the most technologically advanced centers in thenation.4. Walkable Downtown - Great ForAttendee NetworkingNew Orleans offers a compact geographic footprint providingproximity of hotels to convention and meeting facilities, the FrenchQuarter and attractions, creating a true destination experience.5. Distinctively Different NeighborhoodsNew Orleans boasts over 22,000 sleeping rooms within onemile of the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, represented bynational and independent hotel brands all located within a two mileradius. Immerse yourself in the eclectic culture of the Arts District,experience the historic architecture of the French Quarter or enjoythe modern luxury and convenience of the Central Business District.All our neighborhoods are easily accessible to convention facilities,world-famous restaurants and attractions.<strong>IMEX</strong> <strong>America</strong>October 15 - 17, 20132020 St. Charles Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70130call (800) 672-6124 or visit our website www.neworleanscvb.com
Why Choose New Orleans6. MusicMusic is how New Orleans’ first settlers found common ground, andno other city loves music more. Jazz, <strong>America</strong>’s only original artform, was born here, while Rhythm and Blues, Gospel, Cajun andZydeco all express the rich melting pot of our heritage.7. Art & ArchitectureCountless architectural gems await you in New Orleans. In fact, thecity is home to more National Historic Landmarks than any other cityin the United States. Venture to the Arts District, a vibrant communityof galleries, and experience why it has been called the SoHo of theSouth. Then visit one of the oldest and most diverse districts in NewOrleans, Magazine Street, an area filled with art exhibits, restaurants,shops and more. Finally, submerge yourself in the historic FrenchQuarter by strolling down Royal and other famous French Quarterstreets.9. Sports & Outdoor RecreationOur climate allows for plenty of outdoor adventures and activities inand around the Crescent City, an urban resort that offers year-roundgolf along with memorable swamp tours conducted in local bayous.For the spectator, enjoy an NBA game featuring the New OrleansHornets in the centrally located New Orleans Arena or, if you’re lucky,score a seat in the Mercedes -Benz Superdome to watch the NewOrleans Saints.10. Central LocationConveniently situated in the central region of the US, New Orleans isideal for travelers. The Louis Armstrong International Airport is just 20minutes from city center.8. Rich History & CultureNew Orleans history and culture is as rich and colorful as its cuisine.Visit our various neighborhoods, restaurant, hotels, bars, and shopsto experience the various ingredients that make up the gumbo that isNew Orleans.<strong>IMEX</strong> <strong>America</strong>October 15 - 17, 20132020 St. Charles Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70130call (800) 672-6124 or visit our website www.neworleanscvb.com
The Ernest N. Morial Convention CenterAward WinningMeeting planners ranked the Ernest N.Morial Convention Center first out offorty destinations in the category of newor expanded convention centers in theMetropoll XIV, Volume II Report. Thereport also ranked the center aboveaverage in the Center’s proximity toactivities and hotel rooms making it theideal location for your event.The Center contains over one millionsquare feet of contiguous exhibit space,140 meeting rooms, two ballrooms, and a4,000 seat auditorium.A Great New Hall -A Grand New EntranceThe Great Hall, a 60,000 square foot hotellikeballroom, debuted in January 2013.The architectural redesign includes a largeoutdoor pedestrian plaza and interior andexterior balconies. The ballroom contains anextensive lighting package that incorporatesan energy efficient LED system that providesnearly unlimited color combinations, creatingan environment customized to the individualevent. The Great Hall contains four divisiblesections and a pre-function area totaling25,000 square feet.<strong>IMEX</strong> <strong>America</strong>October 15 - 17, 20132020 St. Charles Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70130call (800) 672-6124 or visit our website www.neworleanscvb.com
Dream Big, Think EasyLet the CVB Make Planning Your Meeting EasyFinding the Perfect VenueAs your partner, our Convention Services team can connect youto all the venues and resources throughout the city through acomprehensive and efficient process. We will communicateyour requirements to venues, collect responses on your behalf,and provide you with a complete summary of availability. We canhelp you maximize your time and resources so you can enjoy anauthentic New Orleans experience. We can also connect you withour local DMC members.Executing a Successful Meeting is Our BusinessThe New Orleans Convention and Visitor’s Bureau represents over1,000 members including the best hotels, convention facilities,restaurants and attractions in the Crescent City. From single hotelmeetings to citywide events, our experienced team utilizes innovativeways to ease your workload, save you time and money and helprealize the greatest return on your event. No other organization ismore prepared to provide you with the most valuable, comprehensiveinformation about planning, promoting and conducting a meeting inNew Orleans.Hotel Accommodations Search Made Efficientand EasyTell us your criteria for selecting a hotel and we’ll collect bidresponses and provide you with a complete summary of availability.We can quickly share information about festivals and events takingplace during your requested dates, and suggest a less peak time ofyear if you are seeking the best possible value. Whether you havelimited resources, or are hosting a citywide event, we use our strongknowledge of the New Orleans hotel inventory to make your searcheasy and efficient.Assisting You From Start to FinishOur Convention Services team provides everything you need fora successful meeting. We organize site inspection itineraries fordefinite groups to help you get acquainted with the city, and notifyour hospitality members of your arrival so they will be prepared foryou and your attendees. From the moment you confirm until your lastattendee departs, we’ll be by your side.Let Us Help You With:• Providing complimentary literature including maps and visitorsguides• Supplying professional staffing and registration personnel for theduration of your meeting or convention• Informing our members of your request for proposal for servicesranging from printing, to exhibition services, to destinationmanagement companies, or golf and recreational outings• Helping exhibitors locate services for their booth, entertainment,and dining options• Marketing servicesResources to Promote your MeetingThink of the New Orleans CVB as a partner in making yourupcoming meeting the best ever. Our Director of Group PublicRelations will become an extension of your team, dedicated tocreating and executing a unique plan tailored to market andpromote your meeting. Our customizable marketing andattendance-building tools are available to you at no cost.Let us Provide you with:• Microsite custom designed for your meeting• Save-The-Date Email and Postcard Templates• Registration Email Templates• Video featuring a day in the life of New Orleans• High definition footage of New Orleans• Attendee Newsletter• “What to Know before You Go” Newsletter• “It’s New Orleans” Print and Online Ads• Social Media support and promotion• “Learn to Speak Like a Local” Dictionary• Celebrity Welcome Letter• Suggest community service “voluntourism”projects for yourgroupLet Us Help“ I can attest, your organizationgoes above and beyond whatsimilar organizations in otherscities do in working with groupsour size us that come in forconferences.”Gary Tendick, APECS NationalUsers Association, July 2012<strong>IMEX</strong> <strong>America</strong>October 15 - 17, 20132020 St. Charles Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70130call (800) 672-6124 or visit our website www.neworleanscvb.com
Walkable DowntownNew Orleans offers a compactgeographic footprint providing proximityof hotels to convention and meetingfacilities, the French Quarter andattractions. There are over 20,000sleeping rooms within a two mile radius,represented by national and independenthotel brands. Immerse yourself in theeclectic culture of the Arts District,experience the historic architecture ofthe French Quarter or enjoy the modernluxury and convenience of the CentralBusiness District. All our neighborhoodsare easily accessible to conventionfacilities, world-famous restaurants andattractions.Downtown New Orleans is as packedwith culture and amenities as our food iswith flavor. Single hotel meetings, largecitywide conventions, and major sportingand special events all happen with easeof accessibility in our downtown area.Your guests can attend meetings, feast onour famed cuisine, shop, walk along theMighty Mississippi, and happen upon aparade, all in one day, all in three differentneighborhoods. Our compact geographicfootprint saves on transportation costsand commute time, which allows yourguests to relax and experience NewOrleans outside of the meeting roomduring their stay.<strong>IMEX</strong> <strong>America</strong>October 15 - 17, 20132020 St. Charles Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70130call (800) 672-6124 or visit our website www.neworleanscvb.com
Ground TransportationCanal Street – Cemeteries5:00 am – 3:00 am, 7 Days a WeekCanal Street - City Park7:00 am – 1:00 am, Weekdays7 am – Midnight, WeekendsVisit the following link to access all bus and streetcar linesinformation.http://www.norta.com/RTA_System/SystemMap/index.htmlAirport Shuttlewww.airportshuttleneworleans.comAirport Shuttle is the official company for transportation to and fromLouis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport. The currentstandard fare for a single passenger is $38.00 round trip or $20.00for a one-way inbound or outbound ticket between the airport anddowntown hotels. Service is available on a continuous basis withvans departing approximately every 30 minutes from baggage claim.Airport Shuttle has a fleet of 60 clean burning propane- fueled, 10passenger vans and mini-buses.Airport Shuttle: Individual Arrivals/Departures(504) 522-3500Pre-purchase/larger groups1 (866) 596-2699TaxicabTaxicab fare from the airport to downtown is currently $33.00 for upto 2 people. Each additional passenger is $14.00, not to exceed 5.Currently, over 1,500 taxicabs operate in the city of New Orleans.Standard fares:$3.50 per mile. 1/8 mile + $0.25$5.00 per person for special events or meter rate if greaterPublic BusFare: $1.25 Transfers: $0.25StreetcarSt. Charles Avenue24 Hours, 7 Days a WeekFare: $1.25, Transfer to public bus $0.25The Regional Transit Authority opened the UPT/Loyola Avenueline in January 2013. This line, less than a mile long, runs from theUnion Passenger Terminal down Loyola Avenue to Canal Street. Thesegment connects to the current Canal Street line linkinginter-city transit and the local transit system.Jazzy PassThe Jazzy Pass allows for unlimited ridership on busses andstreetcars and is available in one, three or thirty day options. One daypass is $3.00, three day pass is $9.00 and a thirty day pass is $55.00.Limousine ServiceNew Orleans has many options to satisfy the desire for an elite styleof transportation. Limousine service companies have a variety oftravel options ranging from stretch limousines to sedans to SUV’sand elite business. Transportation can be arranged for events, airporttransfers or group outings.Rates are set by the limousine companies. City ordinance requiresall rates shall be no less than $40.00 per hour and the minimum hireperiod cannot be less than three hours.PedicabsPedicabs provide visitors a unique way of transporting through thecity while being able to appreciate the historic landmarks, city activityand city views. Passengers are carried throughout the downtown areaof New Orleans by using human energy to power a bicycle-drawncarriage.Current fares: $5.00 per person for the first six blocks then $1.00 perpassenger for each additional bock.DrivingI-10 West or East is the major interstate system that provides drivingaccess to New Orleans.Riverfront StreetcarMonday-Friday, 7:30 am - 10:30 pmSaturday & Sunday, 8:40 am - 10:30 pmFare: $1.25, Transfer to public bus $0.25<strong>IMEX</strong> <strong>America</strong>October 15 - 17, 20132020 St. Charles Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70130call (800) 672-6124 or visit our website www.neworleanscvb.com
Convention ServicesOur Convention Services team will be by your side from the momentyour meeting is confirmed until your last delegate leaves. We willconnect you with venues and resources across the city, and set upefficient site visits for definite groups that will help you deliver aneffective meeting with an authentic New Orleans experience.City Site Inspections• Coordinate agenda with clients• Set up appointments with local contacts• Accompany clients on city site inspectionsRequest for ServicesOur members have the resources to help you execute an efficientand successful event. We will send your RFP to our members whoprovide services from bulk printing to swamp tours to ensure all ofyour meeting needs are met.Convention StaffingWe supply well trained, professional staffing and registrationpersonnel for your meeting or convention.Customized MapsWe provide customized maps for citywide meetings that include allhotels in your block. We also provide complimentary maps of the cityand visitor guides.Marketing Resources and Promotional MaterialsWe offer promotional materials for your meeting in advance andon-site. We also maintain a wide array of complimentary marketingand attendance building resources to build attendance and raiseawareness of your meeting.• New Orleans History and Mystery <strong>Brochure</strong> (Promotional)• New Orleans Family <strong>Brochure</strong>• New Orleans Themed PostcardsOn-Site Literature• Official New Orleans Visitor Guide• French Quarter Walking <strong>Brochure</strong>• Multi-Language <strong>Brochure</strong> (7 languages available)Exhibitor ServicesWe can connect your exhibitors with the many unique venues,destination management companies and vendor services available inNew Orleans.Housing ServicesWe provide complimentary housing services for groups requiring1,800 or more rooms on peak night or those utilizing three or morehotels.<strong>IMEX</strong> <strong>America</strong>October 15 - 17, 20132020 St. Charles Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70130call (800) 672-6124 or visit our website www.neworleanscvb.com
Convention Services Registration PersonnelConvention Services Registration PersonnelThe New Orleans Convention and Visitors Bureau ConventionServices Department maintains a professional registration staffof qualified men and women, eager to share their expertise andsouthern hospitality to ensure the success of your convention.Personnel• Registration Clerks• Computer Operators• Bonded Cashiers• Information Clerks• Message Center Clerks• Housing Clerks• Typists• Headquarter Aides• Press Room Aides• Speaker Ready Room Aides• Exhibitor Personnel• Room Monitors• Ushers• Spanish InterpretersPersonnel RatesRegular: $13.00 per hourRegular Overtime: $19.50 per hourMore than 40 hours per workweek (Sunday-Saturday)Supervisor: $15.00 per hourSupervisor Overtime: $22.50 per hourMore than 40 hours per workweek (Sunday-Saturday)Interpreter: $18.50 per hourInterpreter Overtime: $27.25 per hourMore than 40 hours per workweek (Sunday-Saturday)*2% usage sales tax applies*Prices are subject to change<strong>IMEX</strong> <strong>America</strong>October 15 - 17, 20132020 St. Charles Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70130call (800) 672-6124 or visit our website www.neworleanscvb.com
Registration Personnel Billing InformationOvertimeOvertime rates apply when personnel work more than forty (40) hoursin one work week (Sunday-Saturday)SupervisorNeeded when employing more than 15 registrars (i.e. exhibitorregistration, on-site registration)LunchPlease provide one thirty (30) minute unpaid lunch break after six(6) hours of work. Fifteen (15) minute morning and afternoon paidbreaks are also requested during a full workday.HoursPlease be advised that we have established a four (4) hour minimumpolicy when scheduling personnel. Workers will be paid to thequarter hour following the minimum.ParkingThere are no additional charges for parking.BillingClients are billed at the conclusion of the meeting for hours worked.Payment is requested within 30 days of billing.Rate ChangesAll rates quoted are subject to change as information may bedistributed over a year in advance of your meeting.To schedule registration assistance, please contact the New OrleansCVB Convention Services Department.Phone (504) 556-5904 Fax (504) 566-5067Email Lynne Higbee at lhigbee@neworleanscvb.comSchedule ChangesThere is no penalty for schedule changes once the four (4) hourminimum has been met. This includes changes made on-site. Foron-site changes, the supervisor or registrar must receive at least 30minutes advance notice.<strong>IMEX</strong> <strong>America</strong>October 15 - 17, 20132020 St. Charles Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70130call (800) 672-6124 or visit our website www.neworleanscvb.com
Sustainability & Green MeetingsCarriage RidesExperience the leisurely pace of a carriage ride. They are a scenicand rustic way to tour the storied streets of the French Quarterwhile being entertained and enlightened on the city’s history by aknowledgeable driver. Carriages can be boarded on the DecaturStreet side of Jackson Square almost any hour of the day or they canbe chartered for special occasions and large parties. If you’d like,you can simply hail an empty carriage from the street.Naturally Green New OrleansNew Orleans is Naturally Green. Meet in New Orleans and reduceyour carbon footprint. The French Quarter, convention facilities, hotelsand world-famous food and entertainment are all minutes away byfoot. Not in the mood to walk? Enjoy an eco-friendly Streetcar ridealong the riverfront, travel down Canal Street to the end of the lineand explore Mid-City or take-in the scenery along the beautiful,historic St. Charles Avenue line.Let Us Help Write your Green PlanThe New Orleans CVB understands the importance of greenmeetings to your organization, and to our city. Our staff can help youincorporate green practices and resources into your meeting. Visitwww.neworleanscvb.com/meetings for more information on how wecan help you.TransportationGetting around New Orleans is easy and there are several ecofriendlyoptions to choose from. The compact geographic footprint ofthe city means an easy walk to and from some of our most famousofferings. Where else can you explore the European setting of theFrench Quarter, eat the best food anywhere, attend a conference atthe New Orleans Morial Convention Center and get back to your hotelall on foot? Only in Naturally Green New Orleans.StreetcarsEnjoy an eco-friendly Streetcar ride along the riverfront. Travel fromthe Convention Center to the end of the French Market on the RedCars, the Riverfront Line. There are many stops along the way to getoff and experience the European charm of the French Quarter. Youcan also travel down Canal Street to the end of the route to exploreMid-City and hang out with the locals. The St. Charles Avenue line,the oldest in the nation, originates downtown and then travels up St.Charles Avenue past some of the most beautiful scenery in the city.For fares and routes: http://norta.comErnest N. Morial Convention CenterENMCC is working to implement green strategies into the facility,and to individual meetings. ENMCC employs clean air practices,water conservation, recycling materials and reusable linens, foodconservation, and energy efficient lighting.HotelsNew Orleans is home to a number of environmentally responsiblehotels that employ such tactics as linen reuse options, timed lights,recycle baskets, using glass cups instead of plastic and puttingfluorescent light bulbs in guestrooms.Airport Shuttle New Orleans Earns RegionalAward for its Green Fleet PracticesThe official transportation provider of Louis Armstrong New OrleansInternational Airport, Airport Shuttle has earned industry honors asthe region’s Clean Fleet Leader from the Southeast Louisiana CleanFuel Partnership.Notable New Orleans Green InitiativesMake It Right builds safe, sustainable and affordable homes forworking families. We aim to be a catalyst for change in the buildingindustry in New Orleans and beyond. http://www.makeitrightnola.orgGreen Collaborative New OrleansThe Green Collaborative unites resources, people and ideas toprovide education, influence policy and accelerate sustainableeconomic and environmental prosperity for Greater New Orleanshttp://www.greencollaborativenola.comLet Us HelpWe’ve created a meeting plannerresources guide and assembledinformation on greening effortsfrom the City of New Orleansand the local hospitalitycommunity to help you withyour green initiatives. Visit www.neworleanscvb.com/meetings<strong>IMEX</strong> <strong>America</strong>October 15 - 17, 20132020 St. Charles Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70130call (800) 672-6124 or visit our website www.neworleanscvb.com
Meet in New Orleans and experiencefine dining in its most creativeform, unique attractions, shopping,and historic architecture allwithin walking distance to yourmeeting.