Spectra, the provider of Venue Management to the Owensboro Convention Center, is honored to announce the distinction of being named one of EXHIBITOR Magazine’s 2022 Centers of Excellence, honoring North America’s top 30 convention centers for trade shows and events. “It is a huge honor for the Owensboro Convention Center to be named one of the top 30 convention centers in North America, especially during a pandemic when there is…
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Spectra Offering Fundraising Opportunities for Non-Profit Organizations
Spectra, the provider of Venue Management to the Owensboro Convention Center and the Owensboro Sportscenter, is excited to provide fundraising opportunities for area non-profit organizations! If your non-profit organization is looking to participate in a fun, fast-paced environment while earning money for your organization, come partner with us! Spectra is looking for volunteers to assist with concession stands and select catered events at the Owensboro Sportscenter and the Owensboro Convention…
Spectra Adds Staff at the Owensboro Convention Center
Spectra, the provider of Venue Management to the Owensboro Convention Center, is pleased to welcome two new Sales Managers to their Owensboro team. Jacob Whitfill has previously been with Spectra in the Food and Beverage department. He graduated with a Master’s degree in Business Administration from Brescia University in 2018 and is happy to be part of the Spectra team once again. Jacob stated, “I look forward to using my experience in…
New Executive Chef in the Kitchen at the Owensboro Convention Center!
Spectra, the provider of Venue Management to the Owensboro Convention Center, has its first female top chef. Michelle Pessia is now the Executive Chef for food services and hospitality for the venue. She will be the first woman to lead the team since the venue opened in 2014. A 2011 graduate from the Culinary Program at OCTC, she began her career with Spectra as the Kitchen Supervisor in 2017. She quickly…
Spectra Announces New Staff Members for the Owensboro Convention Center and Owensboro Sportscenter
Spectra, the provider of Venue Management to the Owensboro Convention Center and the Owensboro Sportscenter, is pleased to welcome new members to their Owensboro team. Thomas Dyer is the Operations and Custodial Manager of the historic Owensboro Sportscenter. He is in charge of the upkeep and cleaning of the venue as well as overseeing all event setups and tear downs. “I am excited to be joining the Spectra team,” said Thomas. …
The Owensboro Convention Center is an Eight Time Facilities and Destinations Prime Site Award Winner
Spectra, the providers of Venue Management to the Owensboro Convention Center, is proud to announce they have again received the Prime Site Award presented by Facilities and Destinations magazine. This is the eighth time the venue has been a recipient of this prestigious award which are given annually to the top convention and exposition centers in the United States. Facilities and Destinations is a quarterly trade publication for the meetings…
Planning a Wedding? The Owensboro Convention Center Has Your Special Day Covered, Rain or Shine!
Outdoor weddings trended heavily in 2020 and with the beginning of Spring wedding season now underway, that trend looks to continue. If you’re looking for an outdoor wedding venue that is sure to impress, say “I Do” to the views at the Owensboro Convention Center. Make your wedding an experience by tying the knot at the Kentucky Legend® Pier over the Ohio River! There’s nothing like soaking up some sunshine on…
Looking for a Lunch or Meeting Spot? Come Try the Kentucky Legend Café!
Tired of fast food? Need a location for a lunch meeting or want to meet a friend for a bite? Come by the Owensboro Convention Center and give the Kentucky Legend Café a try! Conveniently located downtown just moments away from attractions and shopping, plus ample free parking. The Kentucky Legend Café is open for lunch from 10am to 2pm Monday through Friday and during special events at the venue. …
Celebrating the 25th Cork & Cuisine! Just in Time for Valentine’s Day!
Food might be a way to a heart, but wine doesn’t hurt either! Spectra, the providers of Venue Management to the Owensboro Convention Center, is excited to announce the 25th installment of Cork & Cuisine just in time for Valentine’s Day! Cork & Cuisine, Love Birds is Thursday, February 11 at 6:00pm. Attendees can enjoy a five-course Valentine’s Day themed menu to fall in love with plus special giveaways! Guests…
ConventionSouth Again Presents the Owensboro Convention Center with the Readers’ Choice Award
Spectra, the providers of Venue Management to the Owensboro Convention Center, are honored to announce they have received the 2020 Readers’ Choice Award from ConventionSouth, the national multi-media resource for planning events in the South. This is the fifth time the venue has received this award. Throughout the year, meeting professionals nominated meeting sites that provide exemplary service for group events. Over 3,000 meeting destinations were nominated. The nominated sites were then compiled…
