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Warm Welcome From New Orleans

New Orleans & Company is here to help you!

Dear Jenny,

It is with great pleasure that we submit a bid to highlight why New Orleans is Built to Host HealthTrust Performance Group. Marked with our authentic style of hospitality, we are committed to delivering unparalleled services and ensuring we help you inspire meaningful interactions among your attendees.

Our city stands out as a unique travel destination for meetings and events. It is centrally located with a walkable downtown and cutting-edge, world class convention facilities, including the new Louis Armstrong International Airport. With $1.57 billion worth of improvements to the city in the past decade, New Orleans remains an authentic top tier meeting destination.

Because most of the city’s restaurants, attractions, tours, accommodations, and event venues are within walking distance of each other, it’s easy to get around the “Big Easy” and is the perfect setting for networking. New Orleans combines big city amenities with small-town convenience and always stays true to its soul.   There is a good reason why Bob Dylan said, “There are a lot of places I like, but I like New Orleans better.” and it’s not just because our culture is as rich as our gumbo.  Meet in New Orleans to experience our joie de vivre and why New Orleans truly is BUILT TO HOST!

Thank you, again, for your consideration. We look forward to further discussing our bid with you at your convenience.

Sincerely,

Tara Lusignan

Tara Lusignan

Why Choose New Orleans

Walkable

New Orleans' compact size makes it easy to navigate between hotels, meeting venues, over 1,000 restaurants, attractions and the historic French Quarter.

World Class Event Facilities

The city of New Orleans and our plethora of unique venues offer an unbeatable backdrop to any event. We have hosted prominent international and regional conventions and meetings, as well as major events such…

Music

Music is how New Orleans’ first settlers found common ground, and no other city loves music more. Listen to a local singer, dance with a second line and feel the music of a jazz band at…

Cuisine

Time in New Orleans isn’t kept in hours or days, but in meals. When dining in New Orleans, your attendees will experience a culinary adventure that spans a wide array of cuisines. Taste…

Hotels

In New Orleans, hotels are more than where you park your suitcase – they’re a place to meet, eat, network, recharge and get great ideas about what to experience when your time is…

Ease of Transport

With more than 15 airlines and more than 50 non-stop destinations, traveling to the Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport is easy and affordable. And, it’s only…

Family Friendly

From world-renowned museums and living history, to unique tours, shopping and greenspace, there’s no shortage of fun for all ages in New Orleans. Bring the whole family and extend your…

Sustainability, Innovation & Inclusion

Innovation

New Orleans has a proud history of innovation, which expands across industries…

Meeting & Event Venues

Hotels

More Ways to Get Around

Streetcars

 Streetcars are a charming, convenient and cheap way to experience the many…

Things to Do

Where to Eat

With over 1,400 restaurants in New Orleans, there's something for everyone. Search NewOrleans.com dining guide for the best cuisine in the Crescent City.

Music

Always, forever, the city’s music is its beating heart – especially true during Mardi Gras, Jazz Fest and other celebrations. The musical notes of jazz, brass, R&B, soul and many…

Attractions

From streetcar rides to visiting art museums, there are a bounty of options for fun and frolicking around New Orleans. You can spend the day in one of our many lovely parks, meander through…

Shopping

From funky art finds to one-of-a kind antiques, our stores and art markets are more like museums…

Tours

Whether you want to explore history or haunts, shopping or swamps, food or just have fun…

Nightlife

As the birthplace of jazz and cocktails and the host of Mardi Gras, the best bars in New Orleans…

Convention Services & Planning

Testimonials

2024

New Orleans and Company knows how to roll out the red carpet for events. More than that, they know how to build relationships that matter and enhance the experience for all the participants. The ELCA Youth Gathering was a giant success due to the work of Allison and Rachel with New Orleans and Company. They welcomed us with open arms and worked their magic behind the scenes to ensure a wonderful event for our 15,000 high school students. They celebrated our successes and problem solved our challenges. Our team leaders love New Orleans for all the obvious reasons – food, culture, music, and more. I love New Orleans for the way the people of this city welcome the stranger. We aren’t strangers anymore! New Orleans is truly a city Built To Host.

Tammy Jones West
2024 ELCA Youth Gathering Director

2024

What sets New Orleans & Company apart is their unique ability to connect both the community and their clients. They seamlessly bridged our needs with the best local resources, helping us create an event that was not only successful but also deeply rooted in the vibrant culture of New Orleans. Their extensive network and strong community ties enabled us to access the finest venues, services, and experiences the city has to offer.

New Orleans & Company truly lives up to their reputation. They are the epitome of hospitality and professionalism, and their passion for showcasing the best of New Orleans is palpable. We are incredibly grateful for their hard work and dedication. If you're looking for a partner who is committed, connected, and truly "built to host," look no further than New Orleans!

Jennifer Broering
CMP, Director, Conferences, Association for Talent Development

2024

Our Society held its annual conference in New Orleans in April 2024.  First, let me say that our New Orleans & Company contact, Libby Fein, is absolutely the best!  She was so welcoming and helpful during both our site visit and conference.  The New Orleans & Company team is wonderful too, and our staff says thank you!  I’ve never worked with a Convention and Visitors Bureau like this, and it was a great experience!

We had just over 1,000 attendees at our conference, and everyone loved how we incorporated bits of New Orleans culture into it, thought the food, second line, etc.  Our attendees had all positive comments about the city, activities, hotel and staff.  I just wish I had more time to see more of it!

Thank you again for all your efforts to make our attendees feel welcomed, at home and excited about the city of New Orleans!”

Karla Schultz
Executive Director, Society of Pediatric Psychology

2023

It is with utmost enthusiasm I relay my recent experience with New Orleans & Company.  From our first meeting in July, to the final globally televised Miss Universe event in January, the team at New Orleans & Company consistently proved themselves to be great partners.  Together, we worked to ensure the best possible experience for our staff, crew and the delegations who traveled from around the world to attend the pageant.  For our field production team, when they hit a roadblock or needed creative input, New Orleans & Company stepped in to assist and help pave the way for a smooth production.  Additionally, we were able to access their strong ties to the New Orleans community and the state of Louisiana to maximize the two week period leading up to the event.  They were all generous with their time and guidance.  I have produced Miss Universe events in many countries and cities over the last twenty years and I can say without hesitation, the working relationship with New Orleans & Company was one of the most positive I have ever experienced.

Paula Shugart, President
Miss Universe Organization | February, 2023