Chris Cannon posted on January 28, 2011 10:46
GULF SHORES, Ala.—
Rome and the Greater Rome Convention & Visitors Bureau (GRCVB) have been named to SportsEvents Magazine’s coveted list of “Destinations to Watch in 2011,” which recognizes outstanding destinations and venues for hosting sporting events with a “Readers’ Choice Award.”
A special feature highlighting the destinations as well as event organizers recognized for their efforts was included in the January 2011 issue of SportsEvents Magazine.
SportsEvents Magazine is a sports events industry publication dedicated to helping organizers of sports events be more successful and efficient with their events.
The industry professionals, destinations and venues profiled in SportsEvents Magazine’s January 2011 issue were nominated by readers of the magazine and by their industry peers.
Rome and the GRCVB were acknowledged for excellence within the destinations and venues category. Sports event planners nominated their favorite destinations and venues for hosting sports events. The destinations and the marketing organizations that represent the recognized destinations have proven they are willing to go above and beyond the normal service levels expected by providing both the physical attributes and commitment to hospitality and service that today’s discriminating sports event planners demand.
“SportsEvents readers really stepped up to identify and provide specific details about the recognized destinations,” said J. Talty O’Connor, publisher of SportsEvents Magazine. “According to those who nominated this select group of event organizers, destinations and fields and facilities, the honorees not only meet but also exceed the high demands of producing successful sports events today.”
“This award is a great honor for our city and organization, and just proves that we are at the forefront of the sports market,” said Chris Cannon, GRCVB director of communication. “Having another award behind our name gives us great credibility as we seek out new event hosting opportunities.”