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Curtis J. Crider named president & CEO of the Greater Miami and the Beaches Hotel Association
MIAMI, May 5, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The Greater Miami and the Beaches Hotel Association (GMBHA) has named Curtis J. Crider as its new president & CEO, effective May 2025. “Curtis’s extensive background in hospitality leadership and his thoughtful, strategic vision for the future of our industry made him the clear choice for this role,” said GMBHA Chairman and Greater Miami Convention &…
Read MoreGreater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau becomes first U.S. destination marketing organization to offer hotel certification incentives with Green Key Global
Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau becomes first U.S. destination marketing organization to offer hotel certification incentives with Green Key Global MIAMI – Nov. 19, 2024 – The Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau (GMCVB) has become the first destination marketing organization in the United States to provide incentives for the Green Key Global Eco-Rating…
Read MoreWendy Kallergis, Esteemed President and CEO of Greater Miami and the Beaches Hotel Association Announces Retirement
MIAMI, Nov. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — The Greater Miami and the Beaches Hotel Association (GMBHA) announced today that Wendy Kallergis, a prominent leader in the hospitality industry, will retire as President and CEO after nearly two decades of exceptional service. Her last day in the role will be December 31, 2024. The GMBHA is currently searching for a successor to Kallergis.…
Read More2025 Legislative Preview
Legislators will make their way to Tallahassee for Organizational Session on Tuesday, November 19th, where they will be officially sworn into office. The 2025 Legislative Session will begin on Tuesday, March 4th, and end on Friday, May 2nd. Committee Week Schedule December 2-6, 2024 – Committee Week 1 (House only) December 9-13, 2024 – Committee…
Read More2024 Florida General Election Results
U.S. President & Senate Floridians overwhelmingly voted for former President Donald Trump to be the 47th President of the United States, earning him the state’s 30 electoral college votes. Trump received 56.11% of the vote compared to Vice President Kamala Harris at 42.97%. For the U.S. Senate, incumbent Republican Senator Rick Scott defeated Democratic candidate…
Read MoreIntroducing the GMBHA Gov’t Affairs Committee
We are excited to introduce the GMBHA Government Affairs Committee, which is designed to engage our members and inform GMBHA’s advocacy strategies. Participation is open to all members, and it’s a great opportunity for those with a strong interest in the political process or seeking a voice in government. Our first meeting will be held via Zoom…
Read MoreThank You to Our Hotels for Waiving Pet Fees for Hurricane Milton Evacuees
Thank You to Our Hotels for Waiving Pet Fees for Hurricane Milton Evacuees GMBHA worked with the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation and with our member hotels on an initiative to waive pet fees and restrictions for evacuees during Hurricane Milton. Thirty four (34) of our members opted in to participate in this…
Read MoreMiami-Dade Commission approves grant for convention center hotel (updated)
At their October 16th meeting the Miami-Dade County Commission will consider item 11A7 related to the development of the Miami Beach convention center hotel project. The resolution would provide $75M of grant funding through the Miami Beach Redevelopment Agency. County Commission MeetingWednesday, October 16th at 9:30amStephen P. Clark Government Center (111 NW 1 St)GMBHA and…
Read MoreHurricane Milton Resource Center
Executive Orders / States of Emergency Governor DeSantis issued an executive order declaring a state of emergency in 51 counties, including Miami-Dade. Click here for additional updates from the Governor. The Florida Division of Emergency Management (FDEM) has activated the State Emergency Operations Center to Level 1 since Tuesday, September 24, for Hurricane Helene, and will remain at a…
Read MoreAmendment 3 Information
In the November 5th election, Florida ballots will include a constitutional amendment that would allow adults 21 years or older to possess, purchase, or use marijuana products and accessories for non-medical use. This amendment must secure 60% of the vote to pass. If passed, the amendment would become effective six months later. The Florida legislature…
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