MBCC News

Florida’s popular large-scale event venue will debut a new restaurant and event space, new sustainability initiatives, an unparalleled wireless communications network, and a calendar of must-do events.

Monday Mar 6th

Miami Beach Convention Center Announces Appointment Of Carlina Lopez As Director Of Finance

Miami Beach Convention Center (MBCC) is pleased to announce the appointment of Carlina Lopez as the Director of Finance.

Thursday Mar 2nd

Sodexo Live! and Rum Room Launch Sustainability Project with Herb and Vegetable Garden at Miami Beach Convention Center

Sodexo Live! and soon-to-open Rum Room restaurant and Venu event space at the Miami Beach Convention center (MBCC) have announced the launch of a new Sustainability Project – Herb & Vegetable Garden.

Tuesday Jan 17th

Terra and Turnberry Tap Balfour Beatty to Lead Construction for the Grand Hyatt Miami Beach Convention Center Hotel

The 8OO-room hotel will enhance Miami Beach's Convention Center District with new public spaces, improved connectivity, along with infrastructure and resiliency upgrades.

Friday Jan 13th

The Exciting Debut Of Rum Room And Venu at The Miami Beach Convention Center (MBCC) - Coming Soon

The Miami Beach Convention Center (MBCC) had a banner year in 2022, and it's starting off 2023 on a high note by announcing the grand openings of the highly anticipated restaurant and event space: Rum Room and Venu.

Monday Dec 19th

Sodexo Live! Appoints Mitchell Doren As General Manager of Rum Room & Venu

Mitchell Doren will oversee and manage day-to-day operations at the newest restaurant and event space located on the Miami Beach Convention Center Campus.

Monday Dec 19th

Executive Chef Samantha Cruz To Lead The Soon-to-Debut Rum Room And Venu, The Miami Beach Convention Center’s Latest Restaurant And Event Space

As the Miami Beach Convention Center (MBCC) gets ready to unveil two new restaurant and event spaces, Rum Room and Venu, Sodexo Live!—the official caterer of MBCC—is excited to announce new culinary leadership.

Wednesday Dec 7th

The Miami Beach Convention Center Joins Oak View Group’s Supplier Diversity Program

The Miami Beach Convention Center Joins Oak View Group’s Supplier Diversity Program to Strengthen and Broaden Business Opportunities for Traditionally Underrepresented Groups.

Monday Nov 21st

Miami Beach Convention Center Earns Meeting Awards Across The Board In 2022

The South Florida venue was recognized amongst nationwide competitors for its unrivaled amenities, technical capabilities, meeting and event spaces, commitment to sustainability and more

Friday Nov 4th

Miami Beach Convention Center Awarded Northstar's 2022 Stella Award, The Meeting Industry's Highest Honor

The Miami Beach Convention Center (MBCC) is excited to announce its latest accomplishment, named one of the world’s best convention centers by Northstar Meetings Group in their 2022 Stella Awards.

Friday Oct 21st

Miami Beach Convention Center Taps Miles Partnership to Build New Website

The Miami Beach Convention Center, the centerpiece to Miami Beach’s meetings, conventions and trade show industries, is pleased to announce its selection of Miles Partnership as its new website/digital agency.

Friday Oct 14th

Miami Beach Convention Center Is Honored With ConventionSouth’s Annual Readers’ Choice Award

The publishers and editors of ConventionSouth, the national multimedia resource for planning events in the South, present Miami Beach Convention Center with a 2022 Readers’ Choice Award.

Thursday Oct 13th

Miami Beach Convention Center Named One of The Top Convention Centers in North America By Exhibitor Magazine

Selected from hundreds of venues across the continent, this honor is given to the top 30 facilities that exhibit the highest-quality event spaces, capability, service, prestige, and progress.

Friday Aug 26th

Thuy “Twee” Vuong Joins OVG360 As Assistant General Manager Of The Miami Beach Convention Center (MBCC)

OVG360, a leading full-service venue management and hospitality company, is growing—and today, it’s excited to announce the addition of industry veteran Thuy “Twee” Vuong to its South Florida management team.

Tuesday Aug 23rd

Sodexo Live! Appoints Michelle Vazquez as Assistant General Manager at The Miami Beach Convention Center

The Miami Beach Convention Center (MBCC) and Sodexo Live!, the official caterer of the Miami Beach venue, are excited to announce that Michelle Vazquez has been named Assistant General Manager of Sodexo Live! at the MBCC.

Thursday Aug 18th

OVG360 Names Patricia M. Rios, MSHRM, New Human Resources Business Partner | IT Operations at Miami Beach Convention Center

The Miami Beach Convention Center (MBCC) is excited to announce that Patricia M. Rios, MSHRM will now oversee all human resources and IT operations at the MBCC as Human Resources Business Partner | IT Operations.

Thursday Jul 7th

MIAMI BEACH CONVENTION CENTER COMMITS TO SUPPORTING SUSTAINABILITY AND CLIMATE CHANGE ACTIONS

Placing initiatives and practices to reduce the overall impact on the environment.

Thursday May 26th

Construction of Grand Hyatt Miami Beach Convention Center Hotel Set to Begin This Summer

– Arquitectonica-designed, 800-room hotel is expected to open in 2025 –

Thursday Apr 28th

IN 2022, THE MIAMI BEACH CONVENTION CENTER IS BIGGER AND BETTER THAN EVER

New outdoor event spaces, unparalleled IT communications services, touch-free amenities and a world-renowned dining program with a sustainable focus poises South Florida’s most popular convention center for major success in a post-pandemic world.

Wednesday Dec 8th

MIAMI BEACH CONVENTION CENTER WELCOMES ARIANE HILTEBRAND AS NEW DIRECTOR OF MARKETING & EXTERNAL RELATIONS

The Miami Beach Convention Center (MBCC, a Spectra-managed venue) is delighted to announce Ariane Hiltebrand as the new Director of Marketing & External Relations.

Thursday Oct 29th

MBCC AND CENTERPLATE CELEBRATE 1-MILLION MEAL MILESTONE

Centerplate staff members have prepared over 1 million meals for Miami-Dade seniors.

Wednesday Oct 14th

NEW ART DECO STUDIO UNVEILED AT THE MIAMI BEACH CONVENTION CENTER

The Miami Beach Convention Center (MBCC) is proud to unveil its new Art Deco Studio, developed in partnership with Everlast Productions and Smart City Networks to support the production of hybrid events at the reimagined venue.

Friday Oct 9th

MBCC WELCOMES THE GMCVB ANNUAL MEETING

The Miami Beach Convention Center (MBCC) is proud to announce the first event at the venue since reopening: the Greater Miami Convention and Visitors Bureau (GMCVB) Annual Meeting, taking place on October 21, 2020.

Wednesday Sep 23rd

MBCC READY: MEET THE MBCC HEALTH AMBASSADORS

MBCC's new Health Ambassadors support health and safety measures for a return to live events.

Wednesday Sep 23rd

SAFE, SPACIOUS AND SOPHISTICATED SPECIAL EVENTS AT THE MIAMI BEACH CONVENTION CENTER

Customizable floor plans and health measures support social events at the MBCC.

Wednesday Sep 23rd

MBCC READY FOR EVENTS AT THE MIAMI BEACH CONVENTION CENTER

New health and safety measures support a return to live events at the MBCC.

Tuesday Sep 22nd

MBCC READY FOR UNCONVENTIONAL EVENTS AT THE MIAMI BEACH CONVENTION CENTER

As buildings across Miami Dade County reopen at reduced capacities, the Miami Beach Convention Center (MBCC) has developed and deployed health and safety measures to support a safe return to live events and gatherings at the venue.

Friday Sep 4th

MIAMI BEACH CONVENTION CENTER RECEIVES GBAC STAR™ FACILITY ACCREDITATION

MBCC joins the ranks of recognized venues for implementing comprehensive cleaning, disinfection & staff training protocols.

Wednesday Sep 2nd

MIAMI BEACH CONVENTION CENTER RECEIVES LEED® SILVER CERTIFICATION

MBCC joins the ranks of recognized venues for implementing green practices and infrastructure

Tuesday Aug 18th

MIAMI BEACH CONVENTION CENTER HONORED WITH FACILITIES & DESTINATIONS’ 2020 PRIME SITE AWARD

Miami Beach Convention Center is honored to be one of the many Spectra-managed venues awarded with the 2020 Prime Site Award from Facilities & Destinations.

Monday Aug 10th

MIAMI BEACH HIRES SPECTRA TO SELL AND MANAGE SPONSORSHIPS, NAMING RIGHTS

Global Spectrum dba Spectra has been hired by the City of Miami Beach to manage all sponsorships and naming rights for the City. In an effort to generate new revenue streams, Commissioners began discussing options almost two years ago long before the

Friday Jul 24th

MIAMI BEACH CONVENTION CENTER DEVELOPS COVID-19 RECOVERY SURVEY

We want to hear from you! Please complete this quick anonymous survey to inform our recovery planning process.

Thursday Jul 16th

MBCC GENERAL MANAGER FREDDIE PETERSON ON SISO’s “TURNING POINT – AN INTERVIEW SERIES”

The Society of Independent Show Organizers' “Turning Point – An Interview Series” recently featured Miami Beach Convention Center’s General Manager Freddie Peterson.

Thursday Jul 16th

LEASE FOR TEMPORARY HOSPITAL AND COVID TESTING SITE AT MIAMI BEACH CONVENTION CENTER TO BE EXTENDED

The Florida Department of Health will extend its lease at the Miami Beach Convention Center for a testing site and temporary hospital through September 6 with an option to continue for another 30 days.

Thursday Jul 9th

MBCC & GMCVB RECOVERY UPDATES WEBINAR RECORDING

We have recently shared the Miami Beach Convention Center (MBCC) Recovery Plan with the members of the Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau (GMCVB).

Friday Jun 19th

MBCC AND CENTERPLATE TAKE SPECIAL CARE OF SENIORS DURING THE PANDEMIC

Beach Convention Center’s food and beverage provider, Centerplate, has partnered with DeliverLean – a door-to-door delivery service – who is deploying the prepared meals to thousands of at-risk seniors in Miami-Dade County every day.

Tuesday Jun 2nd

SMART CITY NETWORKS AT THE MIAMI BEACH CONVENTION CENTER CONTINUES TO SERVE THE COMMUNITY

Smart City is delivering technology solutions to the two testing sites and Alternate Care Facility stationed at the Miami Beach Convention Center.

Thursday May 28th

ART BASEL ONLINE VIEWING ROOMS: PARTICIPATING GALLERIES ANNOUNCED FOR JUNE 2020

The second edition of Art Basel's Online Viewing Rooms will feature an international lineup of 279 leading galleries from 35 countries and territories.

Wednesday May 6th

CITY OF MIAMI BEACH ANNOUNCES NEW COVID-19 TESTING FACILITY WITH APPOINTMENT FREE DRIVE-THROUGH AND WALK-UP TESTING CAPABILITIES

The City of Miami Beach is partnering with the Florida Department of Health and Florida National Guard to open a COVID-19 testing facility at the Miami Beach Convention Center campus starting Friday, May 8, 2020.

Monday May 4th

MIAMI BEACH RESTAURANTS OFFER CINCO DE MAYO AND MOTHER’S DAY CUISINE A LA QUARANTINE

For Cinco de Mayo (May 5) and Mother’s Day (May 10), Miami Beach Convention Center’s partner restaurants offer holiday meal deals perfect for your quaran-team to enjoy at home!

Thursday Apr 30th

‘MIAMI SHINES’ EFFORT AIMS TO WHET WANDERLUST FOR THE TIME WHEN HOTELS REOPEN

The Greater Miami Convention and Visitors Bureau wants to “keep Miami top of mind as a travel destination” and “provide a sense of relief to those craving travel experiences while anxious and confined at home” during the coronavirus pandemic.

Thursday Apr 30th

‘MIAMI SHINES’ EFFORT AIMS TO WHET WANDERLUST FOR THE TIME WHEN HOTELS REOPEN

Monday Apr 20th

Miami Beach Convention Center Lease for Temporary Hospital includes a Reduced Rental Rate, Sanitization Requirements

We got a look this week at the lease between the City of Miami Beach and the Florida Division of Emergency Management (DEM) for a COVID-19 alternate care facility at the Miami Beach Convention Center.

Monday Apr 13th

FEDERAL, STATE, COUNTY AND CITY LEADERS CONVENE TO ANNOUNCE ALTERNATIVE CARE FACILITY AT THE MIAMI BEACH CONVENTION CENTER

The facility (designed to treat coronavirus positive patients) is developed as a precautionary measure should Miami Dade County hospitals experience overflow ahead of Florida’s anticipated peak case count in early May.

Friday Apr 10th

MIAMI BEACH CULTURAL INSTITUTIONS OFFER VIRTUAL EXPERIENCES TO THE COMMUNITY

While Miami Beach cultural institutions have temporarily closed their doors to fight the spread of COVID-19, the arts community remains committed to offering enriching experiences to the community.

Thursday Apr 2nd

MIAMI BEACH CONVENTION CENTER’S FAVORITE RESTAURANTS OFFER SPECIAL DELIVERY AND TAKEOUT PACKAGES

Located in the heart of Miami Beach, a culinary hotspot serving up everything from gourmet to casual beach-side cuisine, Miami Beach Convention Center’s (MBCC) favorite restaurants offer special delivery and takeout packages.

Monday Mar 30th

MIAMI BEACH CONVENTION CENTER’S FOOD RECOVERY EFFORTS DURING COVID-19

At the Miami Beach Convention Center (MBCC), Centerplate, exclusive food and beverage provider, partnered with event organizers and a local nonprofit to provide immediate relief to those in need.

Thursday Mar 19th

IN PARTNERSHIP WITH SHOW ORGANIZERS, MIAMI BEACH CONVENTION CENTER POSTPONES EVENTS

In partnership with our show organizers, the Miami Beach Convention Center (MBCC) has postponed events as a precautionary measure due to the COVID-19 outbreak.

Friday Feb 21st

BLACK HISTORY MONTH SPOTLIGHTING MBCC’S ASSISTANT GENERAL MANAGER MICHAEL HURT

In honor of Black History Month, Miami Beach Convention Center’s (MBCC) Assistant General Manager Michael Hurt tells us how he celebrates his heritage.

Monday Feb 10th

TOUCHDOWN AT MIAMI BEACH CONVENTION CENTER

The Miami Beach Convention Center (MBCC, a Spectra-managed venue) was the proud host of the Super Bowl Fan Experience from January 25 through February 1.

Monday Jan 27th

THE GREATER MIAMI CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU ATTRACTS NEW VISITORS WITH ADVENTURE-INSPIRED CAMPAIGN - MIAMILAND

The MIAMILAND Campaign responds to travelers' increased desire to connect with themselves through nature and authentic travel adventures

Tuesday Jan 14th

MIAMI BEACH CONVENTION CENTER WELCOMES MICAH ALLEN NEW DIRECTOR OF SALES

The Miami Beach Convention Center (MBCC, a Spectra-managed venue) is proud to welcome Micah Allen as the new Director of Sales to the re-imagined, renovated and expanded venue

Tuesday Jan 14th

MBCC ANNOUNCES EVERLAST PRODUCTIONS AS NEW PREFERRED AV AND RIGGING PROVIDER AT THE RENOVATED VENUE

The Miami Beach Convention Center (MBCC, a Spectra-managed venue) is proud to announce South Florida based production company Everlast Productions as the new preferred audio-visual and rigging provider at the re-imagined, renovated and expanded venue

Monday Dec 9th

Art Basel: The Event That Changed Miami Beach

City and art fair mark 18 years together

Friday Nov 22nd

MIAMI BEACH CONVENTION CENTER: KICKING IT INTO HIGH GEAR

During the past four years, the Miami Beach Convention Center has gone through a transformation from an outdated building with more trade shows than conventions to a high-tech facility.

Friday Nov 22nd

MBCC CENTERPLATE EXECUTIVE CHEF ISMAEL LASALLE’S PORK CROWN ROAST

Centerplate at the Miami Beach Convention Center (MBCC) elevates traditional food and beverage service under the exacting direction of Executive Chef Ismael Lasalle. This season, Lasalle shares his Pork Crown Roast recipe perfect for the holidays!

Monday Nov 11th

269 EXHIBITORS WILL BE FEATURED AT ART BASEL MIAMI BEACH IN DECEMBER AT THE MIAMI BEACH CONVENTION CENTER

This event will feature 269 exhibitors as confirmed by Art Basel.

Thursday Nov 7th

MIAMI BEACH CONVENTION CENTER ANNOUNCES SABRINA ANICO AS NEW DIRECTOR OF MARKETING & EXTERNAL RELATIONS

The Miami Beach Convention Center (MBCC, a Spectra-managed venue) is proud to announce Sabrina Anico as the new Director of Marketing and External Relations for the $620-million dollar, newly renovated, expanded and re-imagined venue.

Wednesday Nov 6th

MBCC PARTNERS THE COLONY THEATRE AND MIAMI CITY BALLET JOIN FORCES FOR BALLET ON THE BEACH!

At the Colony Theatre on Lincoln Road, November 23-24, 2019

Monday Nov 4th

THE 49TH MIAMI AUTO SHOW RETURNS TO MIAMI BEACH ON NOVEMBER 1ST

The event runs from Friday, November 1st, until Sunday, November 10th at the Miami Beach Convention Center.

Monday Oct 14th

MIAMI BEACH INCREASES FUNDING FOR ARTS IN PUBLIC PLACES PROGRAM

The Art in Public Places (AiPP) program was adopted with a mission to enhance the aesthetic environment of the city by incorporating works of art on public property.

Monday Oct 7th

MIAMI BEACH PLANS TO STRENGTHEN CONNECTION WITH ART BASEL THROUGH PUBLIC ART PURCHASE PROGRAM

Residents Would Participate in Choice from Shortlist of Artworks at the Annual Fair

Thursday Sep 26th

MIAMI BEACH CONVENTION CENTER WELCOMES PATRICIA M. RIOS, MSHRM AS NEW HUMAN RESOURCES BUSINESS PARTNER

The Miami Beach Convention Center (MBCC, a Spectra-managed venue) is proud to welcome Patricia M. Rios, MSHRM, as its new Human Resources Business Partner to the re-imagined venue.

Tuesday Sep 24th

2020 MIAMI CITY BALLET GALA AT THE MIAMI BEACH CONVENTION CENTER’S SUNSET VISTA BALLROOM

The Miami Beach Convention Center (a Spectra Venue Management facility) is proud to host the Miami City Ballet’s 2020 Gala on March 14, 2020 in the MBCC’s beautiful new Sunset Vista Ballroom

Monday Sep 9th

SUPER BOWL HOST COMMITTEE NEEDS VOLUNTEERS

Wanda Brown welcomes a long line of “super” volunteers on what is training day, shaping up recruits for the big week of Super Bowl LIV.

Friday Aug 2nd

MIAMI BEACH CONVENTION CENTER UNVEILS GRAND BALLROOM

Miami Beach’s recently renovated Convention Center has unveiled a new 60,000-sf Grand Ballroom, one of the largest in the region, as well as a 20,000-sf Sunset Vista Ballroom.

Monday Jun 3rd

Miami Beach Becoming Tech Hub With Annual Startup Convention Emerge Americas

More than 100 companies pitched their business models in front of audience members, but more importantly, to attentive investors.

Friday May 3rd

Groundbreaking ceremony makes way for new 5.8-acre public park

FROM MIAMI BEACH CONVENTION CENTER PARKING LOT TO CONVENTION CENTER GREEN SPACE!

Thursday Apr 18th

30 million passengers, 18 new ships this year. Will cruising continue to grow?

The cruise industry is steaming past expectations and shows no signs of slowing down, the chief executives of the four largest cruise companies told industry watchers Tuesday.

Tuesday Apr 9th

MIAMI BEACH CONVENTION CENTER HONORED WITH SPECIAL RECOGNITION AWARD BY THE MIAMI HOSPITALITY DESIGN AWARDS 2019

The re-imagined Miami Beach Convention Center (MBCC, a Spectra-managed venue) was proud to be honored with a Special Recognition Award by the Miami Hospitality Awards on Wednesday, April 3, 2019.

Friday Apr 5th

MIAMI BEACH CONVENTION CENTER SUCCESSFULLY HOSTS IDEA® 2019, CONNECTING GLOBAL LEADERS IN NONWOVENS & ENGINEERED FABRICS

The Miami Beach Convention Center (MBCC, a Spectra managed venue) was the proud host of IDEA® 2019, the world’s preeminent event for nonwovens and engineered fabric professionals, March 25 – 28.

Tuesday Apr 2nd

Baptist Health Grand Gala at the Miami Beach Convention Center

The Miami Beach Convention Center (MBCC) was the proud host of Baptist Health South Florida’s Grand Gala.

Tuesday Mar 5th

CITY OF DALLAS NAMES SPECTRA AS FIRST-EVER PRIVATE MANAGER OF KAY BAILEY HUTCHISON CONVENTION CENTER DALLAS

The Miami Beach Convention Center is proud to welcome a new Spectra-managed sister facility, the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center in Dallas, TX.

Tuesday Feb 19th

Executive Chef Ismael Lasalle and Executive Director Steven Haas serve Creative Cuisine for Centerplate at the Miami Beach Convention Center.

Centerplate at the Miami Beach Convention Center (MBCC) elevates traditional food and beverage service under the exacting direction Chef Ismael Lasalle and Executive Director Steven Haas.

Monday Feb 18th

The Miami Beach Convention Center Recognized with Top New & Renovated Meeting Site Award by Convention South Media Group

ConventionSouth Magazine editors recently recognized the Miami Beach Convention Center (MBCC) with a “2019 Top New & Renovated Meeting Site Award” in their December 2018 awards issue. After hundreds of nominations and a rigorous editorial review,

Tuesday Feb 12th

Miami Beach VCA, Winners of 2019 TRAVVY Awards

The City of Miami Beach has earned the prestigious Gold Award in the “Best Honeymoon Destination, U.S. & Canada” category in the 2019 edition of the Travvy Awards produced by travAllianceMedia.

Thursday Nov 8th

THE MIAMI BEACH CONVENTION CENTER CELEBRATES THE SUCCESSFUL APPROVAL OF A HEADQUARTER HOTEL

The Miami Beach Convention Center (a Spectra-managed facility) is celebrating good news after Election Day!

Friday Oct 12th

Spectra Contract Renewal at the Miami Beach Convention Center

The Miami Beach Convention Center (MBCC) announced an extended contract with its decade-long venue management partner, Spectra.

Thursday Aug 16th

Miami Beach Convention Center Hires New General Manager

The Miami Beach Convention Center, which is at the tail-end of a $620 million renovation and expansion, today named Freddie Peterson as its new General Manager.

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