Max Long, CVB Event Coordinator Receives Conference Scholarship

CVB Event Coordinator Max Long was recently awarded a 2018 Joseph A. Floreano Young Professional Scholarship to attend the International Association of Venue Mangers (IAVM) annual conference, VenueConnect, in Toronto this July. He will join thousands of U.S., Canadian and international venue management professionals from a spectrum of public assembly venues including arenas, convention centers, amphitheaters, fairgrounds, performing arts centers, stadiums, universities and more. IAVM is the only industry conference that inspires industry leaders, provides targeted education and brings attendees together creating relationships that last a lifetime. The young professional scholarship focuses on identifying and developing the talent of venue management professionals to further develop their career and skillset. Only 25 scholarships are awarded annually to applicants who meet specific criteria including character, leadership, professional development and commitment to advancing the venue management industry. Max joined the convention center in 2017 with an M.A. in Arts Management and a wealth of industry knowledge. Congratulations Max!