Freddie Peterson

Our Board of Directors is comprised of 35 Hoteliers and 7 Allied members, voting members, past chairs and non-voting members. The hoteliers represent Miami, Miami Beach, Downtown Miami, Brickell, Miami Airport, Coral Gables, Coconut Grove, South Dade and North West Dade.

The GMCVB attracts members from a variety of Greater Miami's business sectors. The Board of Directors is comprised of professionally and ethnically diverse individuals from hotels, cruise lines, airlines, banks, attractions, restaurants, retail, government, civic and other organizations.

The Miami Beach Chamber of Commerce was formed in 1921 to promote the economic well-being of Miami Beach’s citizens, to improve the quality of life for the entire community, and to communicate the view of the business community on major issues of public policy.

Representing public assembly venues from around the globe, IAVM's active members include managers and senior executives from auditorium, arenas, convention centers, exhibit halls, stadiums, performing arts centers, university complexes, and amphitheaters. Served on the Board of Directors.

Mission: To educate, advocate for, and inspire public assembly venue professionals, worldwide.

The association for firms engaged in providing services and materials for the meetings, exhibition and hospitality industry: Trade Shows & Exhibitions, Conventions & Meetings, Corporate Meetings & Events

A clearinghouse for the exchange of information between members and all other entities of the vast meetings, exhibition and convention industry.

AIPC represents a global network of more than 185 leading centers in 60 countries with the active involvement of more than 900 management-level professionals. It is committed to encouraging, supporting and recognizing excellence in convention center management, based on the diverse experience and expertise of its international membership, and maintains a full range of educational, research, networking and standards programs to achieve this.

AIPC also recognizes and promotes the essential… Show more

AIPC represents a global network of more than 185 leading centers in 60 countries with the active involvement of more than 900 management-level professionals. It is committed to encouraging, supporting and recognizing excellence in convention center management, based on the diverse experience and expertise of its international membership, and maintains a full range of educational, research, networking and standards programs to achieve this.

AIPC also recognizes and promotes the essential role of the international meetings industry in supporting economic academic and professional development as well as enhancing global relations amongst highly diverse business and cultural interests.

AIPC Members are purpose built facilities whose primary purpose is to accommodate and service meetings, conventions, congresses and exhibitions. Show less

PCMA works with its partners to strengthen the industry, support and educate today's decision makers and prepare the next generation for the future of our Industry.

IAEE globally promotes the unique value of exhibitions and events and is the principal resource for those who plan, produce and service the industry.

Seaport TMA is a non-profit organization of leading businesses, employers, land developers, and property managers in the South Boston Waterfront striving to ease commuting, reduce local traffic congestion, and advance alternative transportation options.

As a neighborhood advisory group, the Seaport TMA ensures reliable access to and from the South Boston Waterfront and offers incentives, commuter programs and transportation alternatives which reduce the number of people who drive alone… Show more

Seaport TMA is a non-profit organization of leading businesses, employers, land developers, and property managers in the South Boston Waterfront striving to ease commuting, reduce local traffic congestion, and advance alternative transportation options.

As a neighborhood advisory group, the Seaport TMA ensures reliable access to and from the South Boston Waterfront and offers incentives, commuter programs and transportation alternatives which reduce the number of people who drive alone to the area. Through collaboration with the MBTA, City of Boston, Massport, the State Executive Office of Transportation and others, we encourage and support the development of new alternatives to driving alone.


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The Mission of the non-profit South Boston Neighborhood House (The Ollie) is “to support family and neighborhood life in South Boston.” As a settlement house, they look to meet the needs of the community and offer programs for everyone in South Boston: infants, children, teens, families, and seniors.

The South Boston Community Health Center is a private, 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation, governed by a community-based board of directors. The mission of the Health Center is to provide health care to the entire community while ensuring care to those most in need. Our governing principle is "all who seek care are welcome here."

The Back Bay Association has been improving, promoting, and protecting the business environment in Back Bay since 1923. The most influential business association for Back Bay professionals who value community involvement, the BBA serves as the liaison with the City of Boston for the interests of local businesses, as well as the advocacy and networking epicenter of the business community.

Friends of Fort Point Channel (Friends) is a non-profit organization committed to making the Fort Point Channel an exciting and welcoming destination for all of Boston’s residents, workforce and visitors. The Friend’s was established in 2004 as a result of the Boston Redevelopment Authority’s award winning 2002 Fort Point Channel Watersheet Activation Plan. It was created in partnership with Channel landowners, nonprofit and cultural leaders, and residents as a dynamic vision of recreation… Show more

Friends of Fort Point Channel (Friends) is a non-profit organization committed to making the Fort Point Channel an exciting and welcoming destination for all of Boston’s residents, workforce and visitors. The Friend’s was established in 2004 as a result of the Boston Redevelopment Authority’s award winning 2002 Fort Point Channel Watersheet Activation Plan. It was created in partnership with Channel landowners, nonprofit and cultural leaders, and residents as a dynamic vision of recreation, cultural activity and diverse year-round programming, which the Friends is responsible for overseeing and executing. Show less

A Better City is a diverse group of business leaders united around a common goal — to enhance Boston and the region’s economic health, competitiveness, vibrancy, sustainability and quality of life.

With 130 member companies across multiple sectors, A Better City operates between the private and public sectors using technical expertise and research capabilities to shape key policies, projects and initiatives.

By amplifying the voice of the business community through collaboration… Show more

A Better City is a diverse group of business leaders united around a common goal — to enhance Boston and the region’s economic health, competitiveness, vibrancy, sustainability and quality of life.

With 130 member companies across multiple sectors, A Better City operates between the private and public sectors using technical expertise and research capabilities to shape key policies, projects and initiatives.

By amplifying the voice of the business community through collaboration and consensus across a broad range of stakeholders, A Better City develops solutions and influences policy in three critical areas central to the Boston region’s economic competitiveness and growth — transportation and infrastructure, land use and development, and environment and energy. Show less

Objectives:

Promote and develop professionalism in the management and presentation of public assembly events.

Monitor legislative and governmental regulations.

Standardize business practices with promoters, presenter organizations, the public and vendors.

Cultivate professional relationships and cooperation among facility managers and presenters for the betterment of the citizens and visitors of the state.

Identify trends and develop cooperative solutions to… Show more

Objectives:

Promote and develop professionalism in the management and presentation of public assembly events.

Monitor legislative and governmental regulations.

Standardize business practices with promoters, presenter organizations, the public and vendors.

Cultivate professional relationships and cooperation among facility managers and presenters for the betterment of the citizens and visitors of the state.

Identify trends and develop cooperative solutions to industry challenges.

Provide programs focused on the specific interests and needs of the public assembly facilities and event presenters
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The Lincoln Rd Business Improvement District, Inc. was formed with the purpose of stabilizing and improving the Lincoln Rd retail business district (which is located within a nationally recognized historic district) through promotion, management, marketing and similar services by representing and advocating for the property owners and business owners located within its boundaries.

By promoting and encouraging the continued development of a diverse, vibrant and pedestrian-friendly Lincoln… Show more

The Lincoln Rd Business Improvement District, Inc. was formed with the purpose of stabilizing and improving the Lincoln Rd retail business district (which is located within a nationally recognized historic district) through promotion, management, marketing and similar services by representing and advocating for the property owners and business owners located within its boundaries.

By promoting and encouraging the continued development of a diverse, vibrant and pedestrian-friendly Lincoln Rd mixed use neighborhood, the LRBID provides a dynamic setting for businesses, the visiting public, arts and entertainment, as well as area residents. Lincoln Rd is the cultural and civic hub for the community. The LRBID fosters a spirit of cooperation and maintenance of high standards of quality among its members, bringing transformative projects into the District. The LRBID is committed to creating a favorable environment, which will increase commercial and cultural activity within the District of Lincoln Rd. Show less

The Academy of Hospitality & Tourism provides career-connecting work-based learning activities such as shadow day, guest speakers & tours, internships, fundraising activities to support student/teacher development, parent out-reach, extended classroom experiences, conferences and other programs. Mission: AOHT prepares a diverse community of high school students for post-secondary education and careers in hospitality & tourism.