For more information, contact Tiffany Tauscheck
Greater Des Moines Convention & Visitors Bureau
(515) 491-9350
Des Moines, IA – The Greater Des Moines Convention and Visitors Bureau (GDMCVB) has been serving the community since 1908. Last night, at the Des Moines Marriott Downtown, the GDMCVB celebrated 102 years of serving Greater Des Moines by honoring local individuals and businesses that have helped make the last fiscal year a success.
“Greater Des Moines continues to attract 2.9 million visitors thanks in part to the support and assistance from these organizations and community champions,” said Greg Edwards, GDMCVB President and CEO. “As a community, we truly are stronger and better together.”
Fiscal Year Award Recipients
Civic Friend of Hospitality: Des Moines Police Department
Corporate Friend of Hospitality: Meredith Corporation
Friend of Hospitality: Terry McLane, Des Moines Marriott Downtown
Hometown Hero: Des Moines Arts Festival
Media Friend of Hospitality: Van and Bonnie, 1040 WHO-AM
Partner of the Year: Civic Center of Greater Des Moines
Spirit of the Community: Polk County Board of Supervisors
Sport Friend of Hospitality: Matt Homan and the Iowa Events Center Staff
Volunteer of the Year: Veterans Association
These organizations have been recognized for their commitment to the community and the GDMCVB through various acts of generosity, volunteerism, donations and partnerships with the GDMCVB staff, clients and partners.
The GDMCVB Annual Celebration was sponsored by Iowa Beverage Systems and Copy Systems.
Pictures are available upon request.