New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center

Earlier today, our Chief Operating Officer, Adam J. Straight, shared his insights at the CMAA (Construction Management Association of America) Gulf Coast Chapter's Professional Development event. He delved into the ongoing renovation projects that are part of our Capital Improvement Plan, focusing on the unique challenges and opportunities of operating an "active" event venue amid significant construction. Adam highlighted the strategies driving these improvements and the value they bring to our facility, campus, and the broader region. Thank you to CMAA for the opportunity to present to your group!

The National Funeral Directors Association hosted a heartfelt Service of Remembrance at their annual convention, embracing the tradition of a New Orleans Jazz Funeral. The ceremony featured the Treme Brass Band, Mardi Gras Indians, and a horse-drawn hearse in a traditional procession, paying tribute to the funeral service community members who passed away over the past year while blending somber reflection with New Orleans' vibrant culture.

We were honored to participate in Life City’s Impact Officer Roundtable! Our team had an incredible time discussing the diversification of business spending and navigating small and emerging business programs.

Alita Caparotta, our Chief Administrative Officer, shared valuable insights into our SEB program and WIN events, helping attendees understand the resources available for growth. Ernest M. English from GMc + Co. gave a live demonstration of the SEBConnect app, showcasing how it can simplify connections and opportunities. Jade Simmons and Royelle Hickerson represented our SEB programs, contributing to more discussions with attendees at the information table. We love getting out in the community. Stay tuned for upcoming events!

Today, the NFL and the New Orleans Super Bowl LIX Host Committee gathered at Mardi Gras World to announce the Super Bowl LIX event calendar! Save the date for a Carnival parade on February 8 in celebration of the big game! Another anticipated activity is the Super Bowl Experience at The New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, offering a week of exciting activities for football fans leading up to the Super Bowl.

During the WEFTEC water quality event, Convention Center employees, event staff and special guests (dubbed the “Trash Team”) rooted through over 3,674 pounds of a representative sample of waste materials. The goal of the exercise was to evaluate how well the building is diverting event materials from landfills. The contents of trash, recycling and composting bins were collected over a 24-hour period and then sorted by hand into groups (e.g. metals, plastics, compostables, landfill waste, etc.) to determine the extent to which materials were placed in their proper collection bins.

Read more here: https://mccno.com/the-new-orleans-ernest-n-morial-convention-center-completes-waste-audit/

We are honored to have recently hosted the Society of Petroleum Engineers (SPE) Annual Technical Conference and Exhibition, celebrating an incredible milestone—their 100th year anniversary! It was an extraordinary gathering of industry leaders, showcasing the latest in oil and gas technologies and sustainable energy solutions. Congratulations to SPE for a century of impactful contributions to the energy field!

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Society of Petroleum Engineers’ Annual Event Celebrates 100 Years in New Orleans The Society of Petroleum Engineers' Annual Technical Conference and Exhibition celebrated its 100-year anniversary in New Orleans this year.

We are excited to welcome The Water Environment Federation and all attendees to the New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center for WEFTEC 2024, the largest annual water quality exhibition in North America! From Oct. 5-9, industry professionals will gather to explore cutting-edge solutions and discuss crucial issues impacting water quality and infrastructure. We are proud to host this premier event!

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Largest Water Quality Exhibition in North America Returns - Biz New Orleans NEW ORLEANS (press release) — The Water Environment Federation (WEF) will host the return of WEFTEC, the largest annual water quality exhibition in North

The Hilton Hotel Green Team joined us at the New Orleans Convention Center yesterday for an insightful Sustainability Tour lead by Linda Baynham, our Director of Sustainability. We're proud to have shared our green initiatives and look forward to a more sustainable future together!

We're hosting Nola Coffee Festival all weekend! Join us as we welcome coffee farmers, roasters, and baristas from all over Louisiana. Indulge in coffee samples, attend hands-on workshops, and learn the art of coffee crafting directly from the pros. From cupping techniques to latte art, there’s something for everyone.

Learn more here: https://nolacoffeefestival.com/

Our Convention Center Construction team celebrated the successful completion of the $40 million roof project during their construction meeting on September 26. The completion marks a major milestone for our facility, and we couldn’t have done it without the collaboration and commitment of every individual involved. Pictured L to R: David Mason - NOENMCC; Zack Henley, Roger Wibright, Bobby Jozefiak - AECOM Hunt Broadmoor (contractor); Paul O’Connell – NOENMCC; Andy Redmon – Eskew Dumez Ripple (Architect of Record); Rodney Williams, Kris Maleig - NOENMCC.

More information: https://mccno.com/40-million-roof-replacement-project-underway-at-new-orleans-ernest-n-morial-convention-center/

The Society of Petroleum Engineers loves hosting their conference in NOLA; however, they’re heading to the Lone Star State in 2025 and they’ve roped us into helping stir up some excitement for their conference! We decided to dust off our boots and bring a little Lone Star spirit to the building yesterday in support of their conference next year!

Elaine Williams CMP, CEM-AP, our Senior Director of Sales and Events, recently had the honor of presenting to a class of hospitality students at Tulane University - Freeman School of Business. She shared insights on the transformative capital improvements at the New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center and the upcoming Omni Hotel development, as well as the visionary plans for the River District and why New Orleans is Built to Host! Thank you Elaine for representing the team and inspiring future industry professionals.

NOLA ChristmasFest, the region’s only indoor Christmas festival, is back and ready to usher in the holiday spirit. With only 100 days until Christmas, The New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center welcomes families to mark their calendars for the fun-filled winter wonderland presented by Coca-Cola. Families will be able to purchase tickets starting Friday, September 20, where they can look forward to enjoying the ice-skating rink, daily “snow” falls and everyone’s favorite holiday characters.

Read more here: https://mccno.com/countdown-to-christmasfest-only-100-days-until-christmas-get-ready-to-experience-the-north-pole-magic-right-in-new-orleans/

The New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center’s Small and Emerging Business (SEB) program held a “WIN with NOENMCC” event on August 30. Hosted by the Convention Center’s SEB program manager LaToya Martin, the event was designed to give small, emerging and diverse Louisiana companies the opportunity to network in person with local business leaders that have current or upcoming projects at or with the Convention Center.

Read more here: https://mccno.com/new-orleans-ernest-n-morial-convention-center-hosted-win-with-noenmcc-event-on-august-30/

The following is a statement from Michael J. Sawaya, President and CEO of the New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center regarding the passing of Mrs. Sybil Morial:

“On behalf of the Ernest N. Morial New Orleans Exhibition Hall Authority and the New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center (NOENMCC), we extend our heartfelt condolences to the Morial family on the passing of their matriarch, Mrs. Sybil Morial.

The wife and partner of our namesake and first Black mayor of New Orleans, Ernest ‘Dutch’ Morial, Mrs. Morial was herself a trailblazer, as an educator, civil rights activist and community leader. We are overwhelmingly grateful for her lifelong dedication to the people of New Orleans, and her presence will be dearly missed.

Mrs. Morial’s lasting legacy will live on in the halls of the Convention Center through her family’s continued contribution to the NOENMCC’s Small and Emerging Business program and the annual Morial Awards that recognize local businesses and corporations making exceptional contributions to sustainability and growth in our communities.”

New Orleans & Company and the New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center secure an expansion event from GalaxyCon set for July 11-13, 2025. GalaxyCon the largest independently owned consumer and fan engagement company, is continuing its major expansion with the addition of GalaxyCon New Orleans at the Convention Center.

More here: https://mccno.com/new-orleans-company-and-the-new-orleans-ernest-n-morial-convention-center-secure-a-new-event-from-galaxycon/

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The New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center has received the 2024 New Orleans CityBusiness Empowering Women Award for its commitment to elevating and supporting women. The annual award marks the second time the Convention Center has been recognized for its efforts to help advance women in the workplace and within the community.

Read more here: https://mccno.com/new-orleans-ernest-n-morial-convention-center-receives-2024-empowering-women-award-for-second-consecutive-year/

The Louisiana State Museums LA Civil Rights Museum at the New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center has a new display about African-American Aviation Pioneer Charles F. Page. Page patented the first airship! Hours and admission info here:

https://louisianastatemuseum.org/museum/louisiana-civil-rights-museum

The New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center welcomes the members of the Ancient Egyptian Arabic Order Nobles Mystic Shrine! The public is invited to their Imperial Parade tonight, August 22, starting at 6pm at the Mahalia Jackson Theatre. The parade will include members dressed as clowns, riding bicycles, on motorized units, floats, and walking.

https://www.wwltv.com/article/news/local/traffic-advisory-prince-hall-shriners-annual-street-parade-and-second-line-rolls-in-new-orleans/289-06b5e207-a51a-4375-9d28-4b26c76f0767

The Ernest N. Morial New Orleans Exhibition Hall Authority, the governing board of the New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, recently welcomed restaurateur, Octavio Mantilla, co-founder and co-owner of BRG Hospitality, as its newest commissioner.

Learn more here: https://exhallnola.com/newsroom/the-ernest-n-morial-new-orleans-exhibition-hall-authority-welcomes-new-commissioner-octavio-mantilla/

On Thursday, the New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center hosted New Orleans-area business, tourism and hospitality leaders to showcase newly renovated spaces in the facility’s ongoing $557 million Capital Improvements Plan (CIP). The modern designs, technical upgrades and sustainable improvements highlighted at the "Sneak Peek" social event are part of phase one of the CIP.

Learn more here: https://mccno.com/leaders-tour-regions-largest-renovation-project-at-new-orleans-ernest-n-morial-convention-center/

This weekend, Downtown New Orleans is excited to welcome NOLA Pickle Fest to the neighborhood for the second year in a row!

Head to the event website to learn more about participation, attendance, and the 2024 schedule of events: https://bit.ly/3UDSIoF.