Business View Magazine May 2023

148 BUSINESS VIEW MAGAZINE VOLUME 10, ISSUE 5 Short and long-term goals remain As Renasant’s presence expands, one of Dennis’ goals is to increase the number of hotel rooms in the immediate vicinity. A 600-room Sheraton Hotel is adjacent to the conference center, but Dennis is working towards attracting another 500-room hotel to support the needs of business and leisure tourists. Renasant is also updating and improving its valet drop- off process and is working with the Greater Memphis Chamber of Commerce and other strategic partners like event management company LEO Events to set up a wealth of convention services. These include everything from dedicated airport shuttles to securing entertainment options for conference goers after hours. All these efforts are working, according to Dennis. He strives to have Renasant Convention Center be an industry leader in service, support, and event excellence. And Dennis expects that Renasant will be one part of the Memphis effort to drive commercial and business tourism for decades. “There’s never a dull day in our business,” Dennis says. “But that’s how we like it. It’s why we strive to be the best convention center in the country.” PREFERRED VENDOR/PARTNER n The Withers Collection Museum & Gallery www.thewitherscollection.com The Withers Collection Museum and Gallery opened in February of 2011, featuring the works of Dr. Ernest C. Withers, Sr. The Studio Lounge, located inside the museum, hosts public panel discussions and educational series and is a venue for private events. Share this culturally significant experience by booking an exhibition today! n EK Automation www.ekautomation.com n S.M. Lawrence www.smlawrence.com