Cajun Coast Tourism cajuncoast.com | 900 Dr. Martin Luther King Blvd., Morgan City 70380, 985-380-8224, 800-256-2931, info@cajuncoast. com Seductive waterways, hypnotic beauty, magical memories. It’s one of America’s most beautiful, mysterious, natural areas, but many have never truly explored it. Take the time to venture into our scenic Cajun Coast. Visit The Northshore Jefferson Convention & Visitors Bureau Inc. visitthenorthshore.com | 68099 Hwy. 59, Mandeville 70471, 985-892-0520, 800-634-9443, donna@louisiananorthshore. com Venture across Lake Pontchartrain to discover historical communities, antique shops, art galleries, restaurants, and wildlife refuges. For outdoor adventure, take a swamp tour or do the Tammany Trace, a scenic bicycle/hiking/horseback trail. Minuteman Press of Jefferson visitjeffersonparish.com | 1221 Elmwood Park Blvd., Ste. 411, NO 70123, 504-731-7083, 877-572-7474, violet@ visitjeffersonparish.com Next door to New Orleans. Home to (MSY) Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport, the Louisiana Oyster Trail, historical districts, coastal adventures in the Barataria Preserve of Jean Lafitte, and the beaches of Grand Isle. CONVENTION CENTERS Caesars Superdome caesarssuperdome.com | Sugar Bowl Dr., NO 70112, 504-587-3663, 800-756-7074, domesales@asmneworleans.com The Caesars Superdome is the home of special events, sporting events, concerts by international touring artists, family shows, conventions, general sessions, trade or consumer shows, weddings, and more. With a total of 80,000 sq. ft. of premium event space, the stadium boasts luxury clubs and more than 165,000 sq. ft. of prime exhibition space on the stadium floor and main concourse. minuteman.com/us/locations/ la/jefferson | 4105 Jefferson Hwy., Jefferson 70121, 504-533-9686, jefferson@ minutemanpress.com Print and marketing design company that specializes in B2B print, promotional, and marketing materials. We can print items ranging from (but not limited to) forms, company stationary packages, business cards, signs and banners, custom-branded promotional products, tradeshow displays, decals and stickers, company uniforms, bound presentations, and so much more. Evolving Productions evolvingpro.com | 3847 Desire Pkwy., NO 70126, 504-576-1444, info@evolvingpro. com Convention decorating, conferences, tradeshows, meetings, events, and festivals are our specialty. We take pride in being not only a woman-owned company but also a family-owned company. Freeman CORPORATE GIFTS Cookies by Design cookiesbydesign.com | 3535 Severn Ave., Metairie 70002, 504-455-8777, CookiesbydesignNOLA@ gmail.com Offering freshly baked and hand-decorated cookies. Able to brand cookies with logos and customize them for your event or advertising. We offer bouquets, baskets, or individually wrapped cookies. We love to make you shine above the rest with custom cookies. freeman.com | 905 Sams Ave., NO 70123, 214-445-1000, gofreeman@freeman.com The leader in global events specializing in live events, exhibits, conferences, and tradeshows. We help companies connect with their customers in meaningful ways. Capabilities include strategy, creative and content development, fabrication and production, event management, audio-visual technology, and event registration. Lafayette Convention & Visitors Commission Global Experience Specialists (GES) lafayettetravel.com | 1100 Lafayette St., Lafayette 70501, 337-232-3737, 800-346-1958, info@lafayettetravel.com Lafayette is the heart of Louisiana’s Cajun and Creole country, an area known as the Happiest City in America. Located two hours from New Orleans, we’re a short drive away for your authentic Cajun experience. John A. Alario, Sr. Events Center alariocenter.com | 2000 Segnette Blvd., Westwego 70094, 504-349-5525, michael.samardzija@jeffparish. gov Designed to host athletic events, tradeshows, concerts, graduations, receptions, and other social events within our 105,000-sq.-ft. facility. The grounds are ideal for hosting festivals and events. El Guapo ges.com | 5730 Powell St., NO 70123, 504-733-0520, 800-443-9767, scrawford@ ges.com Full-service general services contractor with a state-of-the-art graphics department to service the largest tradeshow or the smallest special event. Louisiana’s Cajun Bayou, Lafourche Parish lacajunbayou.com | 4484 Hwy. 1, Raceland 70394, 985-537-5800, 877-537-5800, cgray@lacajunbayou.com Full-service visitor welcome/information center. Meeting facilities, brochures, motels, sample itineraries, Cajun restaurants, and attractions. Located 35 miles southwest of New Orleans at U.S. 90 and LA 1. New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center elguapobitters.com | 3300 Gravier St., NO 70119, 504-444-2914, sales@ elguapobitters.com Local, woman-owned, and alcohol-free cocktail bitters, syrups, and mixers. Customize labels for corporate gifts, event favors, or welcome bags. Small enough for carry-on luggage. The perfect parting gift from New Orleans. Heritage Nationwide Exhibition Services Louisiana’s River Parishes lariverparishes.com | 330 Belle Terre Blvd., Ste. 205, Laplace 70068, 985-359-2562, 866-204-7782, info@ lariverparishes.com Minutes from New Orleans — yet worlds away — experience a place where history, adventure, and flavor collide. Home to swamps, plantations, tobacco, andouille, catfish, and more — Louisiana’s River Parishes offers a compelling narrative to explore. mccno.com | 900 Convention Center Blvd., NO 70130, 504-582-3023, m-s@ mccno.com New Orleans is built to host! With 1.1 million sq. ft. of prime exhibit space on one level, all under one roof, the newly renovated NOENMCC is one of the largest single exhibit spaces in the country. Feels givefeels.com | 612 Andrew Higgins Blvd., Ste. 2000, NO 70130, 504-321-3326, caitlin@givefeels.com Feels is the easy, fun way to send a gift that gives back. You send funds; they pick from 1.5 million charities — creating impact, building connections, and sparking joy in one perfect gift. heritagesvs.com | 2620 Brick Church Pike Rd., Nashville , TN 37207, 314-534-8500, 800-360-4323, jordy.fox@ heritagesvs.com Your vision done right with Heritage. Heritage is a leading nationwide general service tradeshow contractor and event production company specializing in creating innovative environments that facilitate face-to-face connections. Mardi Gras Productions Inc. Pontchartrain Center pontchartraincenter.com | 4545 Williams Blvd., Kenner 70065, 504-465-9985, kbaroni@pontchartraincenter. com Pontchartrain Center offers you an affordable alternative for your event. The Center showcases more than 70,000 sq. ft. of exhibit and meeting space. NOLA Pens nolapens.com | NO 70124, 504-258-3916, nolapens@gmail.com NOLA Pens makes wooden pens from local trees and wood from the New Orleans area. All of the pens are handmade by myself. NOLA Pens also makes leather products such as wallets and card holders. mardigrasproductions.com | 1201 Annunciation St., NO 70130, 504-529-5555, blainek@mardigrasproductions. com New Orleans’ premier events producer. With a large inventory of props, backdrops, specialty linens, floral, themed talent, lighting, and balloons coupled with certified event specialists and more than 30 years of experience, MGP can help any event planner maximize their event’s potential. RPMxpo New Orleans & Company neworleans.com | 2020 St. Charles Ave., NO 70130, 504-566-5011 The only organization devoted full-time to selling, marketing, and promoting New Orleans as the premier convention and leisure destination. CONVENTION MANAGEMENT ASSISTANCE CMR -Convention Management Resources cmrus.com | 3641 Mt. Diablo Blvd., Lafayette, CA 94549, 415-979-2299, 866-298-2877, sales@cmrus.com A full-service, technologically advanced provider of housing, registration, and marketing services for citywide meetings, conventions, and exhibitions. Preservation Tile Co. LLC St. Charles Parish Department of Economic Development & Tourism preservationtiles.com | NO 70130, 504-982-2469, danny@preservationtiles. com Creates replicas of New Orleans street tiles on Spanish marble stones. We build complimentary frames for attaching the tiles to. All signs are custom made to spell out whatever you can dream. We also sell to corporate events. rpmxpo.com | 3847 Desire Pkwy., Ste. B, NO 70126, 504-301-5822, info@ rpmxpo.com Provides support for all facets in the production of many types of events all over the country. Rental furnishings, custom booths, labor, graphics, drayage, and logistics, which all are supported onsite during show hours. Stronghold Studios Wicks NOLA Candle Co. stcharlesparish.gov | 15045 River Rd., P.O. Box 302, Hahnville 70057, 985-783-5140, econdev@stcharlesgov.net Minutes from New Orleans. Enjoy authentic south Louisiana. Ride an airboat on a swamp tour. Attend a festival. Visit Destrehan, the closest plantation to New Orleans, and hear the “Unheard Voices of the German Coast.” COPIER/PRINTER RENTALS Gulf Coast Office Products gcopnet.com | 5801 River Oaks Dr. S., NO 70123, 504-733-3830, 800-673-5538, rlore@gcopnet.com shopwicksnola.com | NO 70130, 504-321-0008, wicksnola504@gmail.com We are a vegan-friendly candle and home fragrance brand inspired by the culture of New Orleans. We offer products for personal use as well as corporate gift-giving. strongholdstudios.com | 4429 Bienville St., NO 70119, 504-483-0103, coco@ strongholdstudios.com Producing the finest in entertainment and display props, sculptures, and environments for events, festivals, and most recently Mardi Gras “House Floats.” From photo-realistic to whimsical, Stronghold’s team of local artists bring fine art to the commercial sphere. Tangipahoa Parish Convention & Visitors Bureau tangitourism.com | 13143 Wardline Rd., Hammond 70401, 985-542-7520, 800-542-7520, emily@tangitourism. com Discover what you’ve been missing. Beautiful scenery, friendly folks, a variety of events, and great accommodations await you in Tangipahoa Parish. Located just 50 miles north of New Orleans. Come experience an unforgettable time. DECORATORS & EXHIBIT BUILDERS Alliance Nationwide Exposition alliance-exposition.com | 888-528-2011, marketing@alliance-exposition. com Planning a hotel tradeshow can be overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be. With Alliance Exposition as your partner, you gain a dedicated team of experts who specialize in the intricacies of hotel events. From small-scale gatherings to large-scale expositions, we provide comprehensive tradeshow production services tailored to your specific needs. Synergy Design Group Inc. COPYING SERVICES FedEx Office & Print Services fedexoffice.com | 901 Convention Center Blvd., Ste. 100, NO 70130, 504-585-5750, 800-463-3339, usa2153@ fedex.com FedEx Office is your access point to printing and shipping expertise with reliable service when and where you need it. This location specializes in pre-convention printing, signs, and graphics and FedEx Express and Ground shipping. synergy-dg.com | NO 70130, 504-522-6453, 888-267-4893, lobos@ synergy-dg.com Trust Synergy Design Group for comprehensive tradeshow solutions. We specialize in nationwide turnkey exhibit booth design, rentals, and sales. Our branded environments, signage, and permanent installations bring your vision to life. WBE-and MBE-certified. Willwork Event Services Visit Baton Rouge visitbatonrouge.com | 359 Third St., Baton Rouge 70801, 225-383-1825, 800-LA-ROUGE, info@Visitbatonrouge. com Let Visit Baton Rouge help you plan your group’s quick trip to Louisiana’s capital city. From its unique cuisine, music, shopping, festivals, historical landmarks, and more, visitors will find an authentic Louisiana experience in Baton Rouge. Downtown FabWorks LLC downtownfabworks.com | 8360 LaFitte Ct., Chalmette 70043, 504-766-0099, info@downtownfabworks.com A custom scenic fabrication shop using wood, metal, and paint to create memorable branding moments that will stand out to your guests for brand activations, festivals, stage décor, tradeshows, and events. willwork.com | 23 Norfolk Ave., South Easton, MA 02375, 210-889-3492, sbrown@oakpineconsulting. com We provide top-quality labor and production services to tradeshows, corporate events, retail, and outdoor pop-ups. Our talented team tailors each project to meet your unique needs, ensuring every aspect is handled with care and precision. You can trust that Willwork will set you up for success. Convention & Business Services 113
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