HOUSTON, Texas – The George R. Brown Convention Center (GRBCC) has been nominated as one of four finalists for the 2006 Event Solutions Spotlight Award as Convention Center of the Year.

In the publication’s nomination, the Brown was hailed for its relief efforts in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina last September, as well as its performance during the 2005 World Series and the International Quilt Festival, both held just one month after the hurricane recovery.

Voting is open to the public at http://www.event-solutions.com/spotlight/vote.

The other finalists are Connecticut Convention Center, Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority and Georgia International Convention Center. The award will be announced on August 23 in Denver.

“It is flattering just to be nominated for this award,” said Luther Villagomez, general manager of the GRBCC. “We work hard every day to meet the needs of our clients and it’s gratifying that our efforts have been noted. We hope our friends in the industry share this view and will be motivated to vote for us!”

Contact:

Pete Radowick
713-853-8077
peter.radowick@cityofhouston.net

Anna Hawley
713-853-8287
anna.hawley@cityofhouston.net