Elaine Williams receives Certified Venue Executive Designation and Caroline Link receives 30 Under 30 Recognition   NEW ORLEANS – The International Association of Venue Managers (IAVM) recognized two New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center (NOENMCC) professionals during its Annual Conference and Trade show in Indianapolis, honoring Chief Commercial Officer Elaine Williams and National Sales… Read More about Convention Center Leadership Elaine Williams and Caroline Link Receive Accolades from International Association of Venue Managers

The New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center (NOENMCC) is continuing its commitment to small and emerging businesses throughout the year with the next installment in its WIN Series. The next phase of workshops, The Procurement Playbook, focuses on construction and vendor service businesses throughout Greater New Orleans. The WIN Series is a part of… Read More about Convention Center Launches WIN Phase 2 Series With Construction Services Small Business Workshop

New Thursday evening concerts will feature local artists and bring live music to the Convention Center’s Heritage Porch. The New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center (NOENMCC) invites the community to enjoy live local music during Porchside Performances, a free outdoor concert series taking place every Thursday in August on the Heritage Porch.   The… Read More about New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center Announces Porchside Performances, a Free August Concert Series

NOENMCC’s latest Top Workplaces honor comes alongside new CityBusiness Reader Rankings recognition. The New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center (NOENMCC) has once again been recognized as a regional Top Workplace by The Times-Picayune, marking the 11th time receiving this distinction and placing third among honorees in the Large Business category. The Convention Center was… Read More about New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center Earns 11th Regional Top Workplaces Recognition

Today’s City Council approval of the Omni New Orleans Headquarters Hotel is a major win for our city, our state and the regional hospitality industry. It sends a clear message that New Orleans is open for business and that our city will continue competing for major conventions and events at the very highest level. The… Read More about New Orleans City Council Approves Omni New Orleans Zoning

The New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center (NOENMCC) has promoted Kevin Perque to Assistant Director of Campus Logistics. In this role, Perque oversees and coordinates exterior campus operations, including parking, transportation, marshaling, grounds and campus patrol to ensure safe, efficient and seamless logistical support for daily operations and major national events.   Perque provides… Read More about Kevin Perque Named Assistant Director of Campus Logistics at New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center

Viola’s Heritage earns a spot on the shelves of the Convention Center’s On-Site Convenience Store The New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center (NOENMCC) announces Viola’s Heritage as the winner of their annual pitch competition for local businesses, the WIN Pitch Smart – Retail Ready competition. With over 40 submissions this year, the event was… Read More about New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center Announces Viola’s Heritage as Winner of WIN Pitch Smart – Retail Ready Competition

The New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center (NOENMCC) has promoted Erik Gonzalez to Director of Facility Operations.   In this role, Gonzalez oversees event-related facility functions and supports the coordination of interior and exterior maintenance efforts across the Convention Center campus to help ensure successful events and day-to-day operations. He works closely with facility… Read More about Erik Gonzalez Named Director of Facility Operations at New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center

Cook is recognized on Power List: Tourism & Hospitality and honored as a Most Admired C-Suite Executive. New Orleans CityBusiness has recognized New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center (NOENMCC) President and CEO Jim Cook in two 2026 honors, naming him to the Power List: Tourism & Hospitality and as a Most Admired C-Suite Executive…. Read More about Convention Center President and CEO Jim Cook Celebrated by New Orleans CityBusiness for Industry Leadership

Leroy’s LipSmack’n Lemonade awarded Small Business of the Year, and $5000; Port NOLA recognized as Corporation of the Year The New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, the Ernest N. Morial New Orleans Exhibition Hall Authority (Authority) and the Urban League of Louisiana announced the 6th Annual Morial Award winners at a ceremony inside the… Read More about New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center Names Winners of 6th Annual Morial Awards