Pursuit Attractions and Hospitality, Inc. reports company news on an attractions and hospitality business that owns and operates point-of-interest attractions, distinctive lodges, restaurants, retail and transportation in the United States, Canada, Iceland and Costa Rica. Recurring updates cover quarterly and annual results, business conditions at destination assets, and growth activity under its Refresh, Build, Buy strategy.
Company announcements also address capital structure and liquidity, including credit-facility amendments, leverage disclosures and material agreements. Pursuit's continuing-operations disclosures reflect the completed sale of its GES business.
GES has launched an interactive Global Event Tracker to monitor key trade show cities and attendance over the past 90 days. This tool provides up-to-date event information with color-coded indicators to illustrate attendee participation. Despite challenges from the pandemic, the events industry contributed over $100 billion to the U.S. GDP last year. The tracker aims to help organizations understand event viability and enhance future planning as in-person gatherings return. For more details, visit the GES website.
GES has launched a Flex Talent Pool program aimed at providing temporary work for experienced exhibition professionals as the industry recovers post-COVID-19. This initiative seeks to create flexible employment opportunities for those affected by the pandemic, particularly in the United States. GES will collaborate with a third-party staffing agency to recruit and manage the talent pool, emphasizing the importance of skilled workers in revitalizing the exhibition sector. This program is a proactive response to the anticipated return of trade shows in 2021.
Viad Corp (NYSE: VVI) announced a teleconference on February 11, 2021, at 5 p.m. ET to discuss its fourth quarter and full year 2020 results. The call will feature President and CEO Steve Moster, CFO Ellen Ingersoll, and Pursuit President David Barry. Interested investors can register 10 minutes before the call, with a replay available afterwards. Viad operates two main business segments: Pursuit, which offers leisure travel experiences, and GES, a service provider for live events. Financial results will be disclosed in a press release on the same day.
Viad Corp (NYSE: VVI) will host a teleconference on October 29, 2020, at 5 p.m. Eastern Time to discuss its third-quarter 2020 results. CEO Steve Moster and CFO Ellen Ingersoll will present the findings, alongside Pursuit President David Barry. A press release detailing financial outcomes will be issued on the same day and made available on the company's website. Participants are encouraged to register at least 10 minutes before the call. A live audio webcast will also be accessible for listening.
GES Events has appointed Jennifer Beindorf as Vice President of North American New Business Development and Global Strategy. With over 25 years of experience in business development and event marketing, Jennifer will lead the sales and strategy team to enhance client relationships and expand their client base. Previously serving as VP Client Experience at GES, her expertise will help improve event experiences. Dan Hilbert, EVP of GES Events, expressed confidence in her leadership skills and industry knowledge to achieve actionable business results.
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GES conducted a survey with over 1,300 attendees regarding their comfort levels in returning to live events amid COVID-19. The survey found that 88% of respondents are open to attending shows, but 65% require some form of safety measures. Participants were classified into five segments based on their COVID-19 risk perceptions: Nope! (12%), Convince Me (24%), Open Hall (24%), We Can Do This (17%), and What Virus? (23%). Insight from this study can assist event planners in designing safer experiences that cater to attendee needs.