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Reno-Sparks Convention & Visitors Authority Opens Nevada’s Only Indoor Track Facility
RENO, Nev. (December 5, 2024) – The Reno-Sparks Convention and Visitors Authority (RSCVA) is excited to announce the grand opening of Nevada’s only indoor track at the Reno-Sparks Convention Center (RSCC). This state-of-the-art facility will offer athletes a world-class venue for competition and training, establishing Reno Tahoe as a premier destination for Track & … [Read more...] about Reno-Sparks Convention & Visitors Authority Opens Nevada’s Only Indoor Track Facility
Reno Tahoe Promotes Vice President of Venue Operations
RENO, Nev. – The Reno-Sparks Convention and Visitors Authority (RSCVA) today announced the promotion of Jose Martinez to Vice President of Venue Operations for Reno Tahoe. “Jose has vast experience and institutional knowledge of venue management best practices and operations at every level,” said Reno Tahoe President and CEO Mike Larragueta. “He has a clear vision of how to … [Read more...] about Reno Tahoe Promotes Vice President of Venue Operations
Reno Tahoe Room Revenue Surpasses $55 Million in August
RENO, Nev. – The Reno-Sparks Convention and Visitors Authority (RSCVA) today released transient lodging and room tax statistics showing August’s total of $55,845,967 as the highest Taxable Room Revenue ever recorded for a single month in Washoe County. Four of the top five revenue-producing months in Northern Nevada have come in the last 15 months. “Reno Tahoe continues to … [Read more...] about Reno Tahoe Room Revenue Surpasses $55 Million in August
Good Giant Named In-State PR Agency for Reno-Sparks Convention & Visitors Authority
RENO, Nev. — Good Giant, the nation’s leading hospitality and gaming-focused creative agency, is proud to announce its new partnership with the Reno-Sparks Convention & Visitors Authority (RSCVA). As RSCVA’s local agency, Good Giant will spearhead in-state public relations efforts, bringing its extensive expertise in destination marketing and community engagement to Reno … [Read more...] about Good Giant Named In-State PR Agency for Reno-Sparks Convention & Visitors Authority
New Destination Website Delivers an Authentic Trip Planning Experience via Personalization and Artificial Intelligence
RENO, Nev. – The Reno-Sparks Convention and Visitors Authority (RSCVA) today announced a re-launch of its consumer-facing website, VisitRenoTahoe.com, featuring artificial intelligence (AI) travel planning technology, and myriad options for a customized user experience. “Through our redesigned website, we’ll inspire the next generation of travelers to visit Reno Tahoe,” … [Read more...] about New Destination Website Delivers an Authentic Trip Planning Experience via Personalization and Artificial Intelligence
RSCVA Board Appoints New Leadership
RENO, Nev. – The Reno-Sparks Convention and Visitors Authority (RSCVA) Board of Directors today elected new officers: Chair, Reno Mayor Hillary Schieve; Vice Chair, Richard L. Jay from the Reno-Tahoe Airport Authority Board of Directors; and Secretary/Treasurer, Stephen Ascuaga, an appointee of the Nevada Resort Association. “I am honored and excited to serve as the Chair and … [Read more...] about RSCVA Board Appoints New Leadership
Noble Studios Welcomes Three Travel/Tourism Clients
Noble Studios is proud to announce it has signed three new travel/tourism brands to add to its list of clients. The digital marketing agency welcomes The Islands of Tahiti, RSCVA and Fargo-Moorhead as new clients in 2016. The Islands of Tahiti, the country’s official destination marketing organization, will be looking to Noble in the coming year to help it extend its newly … [Read more...] about Noble Studios Welcomes Three Travel/Tourism Clients
First Independent Bank’s Mike Hix Elected to RSCVA Board of Directors
Reno - Mike Hix, senior vice president of executive banking at First Independent Bank, has joined the board of directors of the Reno-Sparks Convention and Visitors Authority (RSCVA). Hix was confirmed during the board’s meeting on Thursday, May 19, 2016. Founded in 1959, the RSCVA is responsible for promoting Washoe County’s convention and tourism industries. The … [Read more...] about First Independent Bank’s Mike Hix Elected to RSCVA Board of Directors
August 2014: Around the State
RSCVA Sees Year-Over-Year Growth The Reno-Sparks Convention and Visitors Authority (RSCVA) concluded the Fiscal Year 2013/2014 with 163,259 room nights of future business for Reno, Sparks and North Lake Tahoe. That number is a 49 percent increase from last year’s 110,000 room nights. According to the RSCVA, 63 percent of this year’s bookings are new business for the Reno … [Read more...] about August 2014: Around the State
2013 Economic Forecast: Watch for the Wild Card
As the end of 2012 nears, Nevada’s economy continues its gradual recovery, but the unemployment rate remains in the double digits and job creation is slow. What’s in store for the Silver State’s economy in 2013? Experts weighed in on their predictions for the coming year, which primarily are based on the performance of certain indicators this year. However, they said none of … [Read more...] about 2013 Economic Forecast: Watch for the Wild Card
See You Next Year in Nevada! Corporate Meetings and Conventions
In 2011, almost 40 million people visited Las Vegas. Of those visitors, nearly 5 million were attending conventions and corporate meetings. In 2011 alone there were 19,029 conventions held in Southern Nevada, according to the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (LVCVA). In total, Southern Nevada offers about 2.6 million-square-feet in convention and meeting space, and … [Read more...] about See You Next Year in Nevada! Corporate Meetings and Conventions
Gaming: Betting on a Comeback
Nevada’s gaming industry today continues to recover, with some regions faring better than others. “Both Southern and Northern Nevada markets are struggling right now,” said John Farahi, CEO of Monarch Casino & Resort Inc., which owns Atlantis Casino Resort Spa, in Reno. State gaming revenue has been picking up slowly since it took about a $2.4 billion hit when the … [Read more...] about Gaming: Betting on a Comeback