Music City New Year's Eve Bash on Broadway
Thanks for helping us throw the biggest New Year's Eve party in Nashville's history. Broadcast live on CNN, more than 55,000 people showed up to ring in the new year with Lynyrd Skynyrd, Edens Edge, THE FARM, Jeffrey Steele, and special guest Eddie Montgomery. With area hotels at 90% occupancy, the event was a tremendous success. For more pictures of the event and to hear feedback from visitors about the Bash, check out our Facebook page.
Nashville in the News
Music City was just chosen by TripAdvisor as the Number 1 top U.S. Destination on the Rise for 2012! From live coverage of the Bash on Broadway on CNN to recent articles in the New York Times and Chicago Tribune, Nashville knows how to draw a crowd. The Chicago Tribune article was syndicated by 35 additional publications resulting in 22.5 million in circulation and $423,866 in media value.
February is Black History Month
Nashville's calendar is filled with events celebrating Black History Month. From art exhibits to musical performances, Music City is honoring the contributions of African Americans to our society all winter long. Visit our Black History Month page to see our list of events.
Music City Hitmaker
Congratulations to the newest Music City Hitmaker, Marsha Etheya of the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Nashville Downtown! She was nominated for arranging last-minute change of accommodations (and offering famous DoubleTree cookies) for a couple visiting from Florida. Marsha will receive a $100 gift card to an area restaurant as well as a certificate, Hitmakers pin, and a personal letter signed by Mayor Karl Dean. Think a member of your staff can top this?
Make sure you've got Music City Hitmakers materials.
Meeting Planning Guide
Please be on the lookout for an email on January 31st with the opportunity to update your company listing information for inclusion in the 2012-2013 Meeting Planning Guide. The deadline to return information will be Friday, February 3rd.
Tourism Connection
It's a can't-miss meeting to start the year off right. Enjoy a little New Year festivity with your Tourism friends while getting updated on Tourism Marketing & Sales activities. Learn more about CVB Tourism-focused programs to find the best matches for your organization. The meeting is Thursday, January 26th at 3:30pm in the NCVB Boardroom. RSVP your attendance to Andrea Pinkard.
Press Releases
Do you have news to share on developments or events at your business? Make sure to keep us in the loop by sending us your press releases and invitations. Send all information to Anne Elizabeth McIntosh.
Nashville Backstage: History & Culture
Take advantage of this opportunity to train and reward your employees. This two-hour session mingles tales of the city's many defining moments, heroes, and places with interesting information about our art galleries, museums, and Southern culture. Upon completion, session participants will receive a free pass to some of Music City's hottest attractions to gain first-hand knowledge of the city's offerings.
To schedule a Nashville Backstage: History & Culture class for your business contact Shannon Largen, Director of Training.
The Catbird Seat at the James Beard House
Congratulations to Josh Habiger and Erik Anderson, co-chefs at The Catbird Seat, on their invitation to present a tasting menu at the prestigious James Beard House in New York City. The dinner takes place on February 13th and has already sold out with much anticipation. For more information, visit the James Beard website.
Music City Songwriting Competition
The fifth annual Music City Songwriting Competition with country music star, TV host, and songwriter Craig Morgan serving as honorary judge, is underway through January 31st. Amateur songwriters can submit an original song and enter to win prizes including a trip to Nashville, radio and TV appearances, a mentoring session with Craig Morgan, and a single-song publishing deal with Black River Entertainment. Find more information at themusiccitysongwriter.com.
Taxi USA of Tennessee operates the brands Nashville Cab, Allied Cab, and newest brand 1-800-Taxicab, following the company motto: "Neat, Clean, & Polite". Their fleet consists of 205 vehicles, 18 of which are wheelchair accessible. Their unique dispatching system is completely GPS-controlled, allowing them to provide each customer with the closest taxi and give an accurate estimate of wait time. Call their reservation line at 615-333-3333, download their free app using the search term 4MYCAB and visit them on the web at www.nashvillecab.com.
For event information and to RSVP, click here.
New Member Orientation
January 25- 11:30am
NCVB Office
Tourism Connection
January 26- 3:30pm
NCVB Office
Music City Soul Series
February 9, 16, 21, 23- 7pm
Jazz & Jokes
visitmusiccity.com/soulseries
Sell Nashville
February 23- 7:45am
NCVB Office
Nashville Backstage:
History & Culture
February 28- 10am
NCVB Office
Arlieque Catering & Event Management
Boswell's Golf Car Sales
Bria Bistro Italiano
Green Fleet Bicycle Tours
Expedia
The Harding House Restaurant
Hillsboro Village Merchants Association
Jackson's Bar & Bistro
Sound Kitchen
The Southern Steak & Oyster
Whitfield's Restaurant & Bar
Member Events
Convention Calendar
Renew Online
Order Hitmakers Materials
Member-to-Member Deals
App Promo Materials
Whiskey Bent Saloon
Free $150 toward a VIP Loft rental experience, BOGO drink cards for all participants, and VIP passes to pass the wait in line.
Get the deal.
Anne Elizabeth McIntosh
Director of Membership
Caroline Smith
Associate Director of Membership
Andrea Pinkard
Marketing Assistant