Jim Cook Named CEO and President for the New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center

The Ernest N. Morial New Orleans Exhibition Hall Authority (Authority) announced the appointment of  Jim Cook  as the CEO and President of the New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center (NOENMCC). Cook will guide the overall strategic direction and operations for the Convention Center including the execution of internal and external programs underway and critical… Read More about Jim Cook Named CEO and President for the New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center

New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center Receives $133K Workers’ Compensation Dividend

Convention Center has received more than $2.5 million through LWCC’s dividend program since 2003 Adam J. Straight, NOENMCC Chief Operating Officer, and NOENMCC staff accept a symbolic dividend check from Evan Canzoneri, LWCC Safety Services Consultant I. NEW ORLEANS – The New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center (NOENMCC), received a $133,196.53 dividend from its… Read More about New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center Receives $133K Workers’ Compensation Dividend

New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center’s Taylor Hickman Named to Trade Group’s 30 Under 30 Class of 2025

The global recognition highlights Hickman’s leadership and contributions to the venue management industry.   NEW ORLEANS – Taylor Hickman, Event Manager at the New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center (NOENMCC), was recently named to the International Association of Venue Managers’ (IAVM) 30 Under 30 Class of 2025, an international recognition honoring rising leaders in… Read More about New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center’s Taylor Hickman Named to Trade Group’s 30 Under 30 Class of 2025

Local Business Takes Top Prize at NOENMCC’s WIN 2.0: Pitch Smart, Win Big

Wicks NOLA Candle Company will receive placement in Dutch’s Corner convenience store inside the Convention Center.   Picture 1.) From left to right: LaToya Martin, New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center (NOENMCC) SEB Program Manager; WIN 2.0  competition winner Tiffany Brown, Wicks NOLA Candle Company; Alita Caparotta, Interim President & CEO, NOENMCC. Picture 2.)… Read More about Local Business Takes Top Prize at NOENMCC’s WIN 2.0: Pitch Smart, Win Big

The New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center Re-Opens The Warehouse at The Convention Center (formerly The Sugar Mill)

Venue offers flexible indoor and outdoor space for events of up to 6,500 guests NEW ORLEANS – The New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center (NOENMCC) is expanding capacity to accommodate private events, corporate functions and community activations with a new venue space called The Warehouse at the Convention Center. The venue, previously known as… Read More about The New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center Re-Opens The Warehouse at The Convention Center (formerly The Sugar Mill)

The New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center Achieves Impressive Sustainability Results

Environmental Leadership Program Award Recognizes the Convention Center for Record-breaking Recycling Rate on a Building Renovation Project NEW ORLEANS – New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center (NOENMCC) sustainability initiatives are yielding excellent results, from ramped up recycling rates to significant reductions in energy and water usage. Recognizing the Convention Center’s impactful programs aimed at… Read More about The New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center Achieves Impressive Sustainability Results

NOENMCC Chief Commercial Officer Elaine Williams Named to New Orleans CityBusiness’ “Power List: Tourism & Hospitality 2025”

Veteran industry leader recognized among top professionals driving innovation and excellence in New Orleans’ tourism and hospitality sector. NEW ORLEANS – The New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center (NOENMCC) announces Elaine Williams, CMP, CEM-AP, Chief Commercial Officer, has been named to New Orleans CityBusiness’ prestigious “Power List: Tourism & Hospitality 2025.” This quarterly feature… Read More about NOENMCC Chief Commercial Officer Elaine Williams Named to New Orleans CityBusiness’ “Power List: Tourism & Hospitality 2025”

Mary Jones Named Senior Director of Financial Services for the New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center

Jade Simmons promoted to Director of Financial Operations   Mary Jones, Senior Director of Financial Services NEW ORLEANS – The New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center (NOENMCC) announces the promotion of Mary Jones to Senior Director of Financial Services. Jones is a 40-year veteran of the Convention Center and in her new role, she… Read More about Mary Jones Named Senior Director of Financial Services for the New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center

The Ernest N. Morial New Orleans Exhibition Hall Authority Welcomes Elizabeth Ellison-Frost as New Commissioner

NEW ORLEANS – The New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center’s governing body, the Ernest N. Morial New Orleans Exhibition Hall Authority (the Authority), recently announced the appointment of Elizabeth Ellison-Frost to its Board of Commissioners. A seasoned leader in corporate communications, government relations and community engagement, she brings to her new role as commissioner… Read More about The Ernest N. Morial New Orleans Exhibition Hall Authority Welcomes Elizabeth Ellison-Frost as New Commissioner

New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center to Host Pitch Competition with Exciting Award for Local Small Businesses

“WIN 2.0: Pitch Smart, Win Big” Offers Entrepreneurs In-Store Visibility to Nearly 800K Annual Visitors NEW ORLEANS – The New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center (NOENMCC) is now accepting applications for WIN 2.0: Pitch Smart, Win Big. On May 23, this special event will give small businesses an opportunity to pitch their shelf-ready retail… Read More about New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center to Host Pitch Competition with Exciting Award for Local Small Businesses