Industry Buzz

Staff Highlights

This month, President & CEO Elliott Ferguson was recognized as one of Washington Business Journal’s Power 100 business leaders in DC for the incredible work he does for the city. Elliott, along with Senior Manager of Sustainability Shelby Luzzi, was also named one of the 100 most influential people in the events industry by Eventex. Congratulations to Elliott and Shelby on these outstanding awards!

 

Member Highlights 

The Collective Experience: There’s Only One DC for Meetings and Events

Congrats to the members featured in this meetings-focused video:

• Mellon Auditorium
• NPG/SAAM/Kogod
• Planet Word
• The Wharf

 

DCAcar - 2024 Honoree in Customer Champions

DCAcar has been recognized as a 2024 Honoree in the Customer Champions category of the CO—100, which celebrates businesses that have set themselves apart through outstanding customer service and innovative engagement strategies. These businesses have not only prioritized customer satisfaction but have also significantly expanded their customer base by employing unique and creative approaches.
The CO—100 is the annual list of the 100 best and brightest small and mid-sized businesses in America.

 

American University ranked #2 in Top 50 Green Colleges

AU is ranked 2nd in the nation for their sustainability efforts. This ranking is compiled from school reported data and student surveys—both effort and impact. 

 

Northstar

Destination DC is a Gold Winner from the Stella Awards 2024: Best CVB/DMO!

 

Hilton Accessibility App

Hilton announced on Oct. 15 that the hotel giant has entered into an exclusive partnership with the innovative app Be My Eyes to improve accessibility of its properties for guests with blindness or low vision.

 

The Best Hotels in the World: 2024 Reader’s Choice Awards 

Four DDC member hotels made Condé Nast’s list of the top 50 best hotels across the globe. Congratulations to: 
•    #40 – InterContinental Washington DC, The Wharf
•    #29 – Fairmont, Washington DC
•    #10 – Hotel Zena              
•    #6 – Viceroy Washington DC

 

Smart Bike Lockers at Reagan National Airport 

Skip the taxi: Washington, DC’s airport wants you to bike to your next flight.

 

 

New DDC Members

 

Convention Services

Herron Printing & Graphics
A full-service communications and sign company specializing in graphics, digital printing and promotional items.

 

NRI Staffing Resources
On-site registration and hospitality services.

 

Restaurants

Sweetgreen
Whatever you're planning, let us provide the greens. Freshly made and individually packaged for any dietary preference. We cater every day!

 

See and Do

Be You!
Plan your event with us. We have food options and an event stylist to assist in your planning.

 

DC em Português
Guided tours and transportation with service in Portuguese. Reservations for restaurants, museums and other attractions in the city.  

 

Spyher
These 1.5 - 2-hour espionage-themed walking tours accommodate up to 125 people per event, divided into groups of no more than 25 per host. Hosts are former CIA officials. 

 

Strathmore
An arts haven nestled on 11 acres in North Bethesda. World-class concerts in the music center’s concert hall and intimate recitals in the music room.    

 

X-Golf Nationals Park
Offers 8 golf simulators, perfect for birthdays, parties and corporate events.

 

 

American Experience Foundation

Check out AEF's recent newsletters for the latest updates and happenings. 

 

DDC Careers

Check out DDC's job openings and share with your networks and colleagues.

 

Industry Careers

Search or add your job openings to the DC travel, tourism and hospitality careers page. Email your company name, job title and link to [email protected]. Positions will be posted for 30 days. If you have any questions, please contact [email protected]. Additionally, visit the Restaurant Association of Metropolitan Washington's foodjobsdc.com for more hospitality jobs. 

 

Check out the full Destination DC Member News to learn more about what's going on this month.