Ginther supports the convention center exploring the option of a naming-rights deal, said Robin Davis, his spokeswoman.įranklin County Administrator Ken Wilson also is supportive, but noted the center is a "a gateway to the community, so it will be important to select a partner whose values will represent central Ohio well," his office said in a statement.Įarlier this month, the Miami Beach Convention Center announced it was in negotiations for a 10-year naming rights deal with Miami-based Norwegian Cruise Line. The center is overseen by an 11-member board appointed by the Franklin County commissioners (six members), the city of Columbus (three members) and suburban mayors (two members).Ĭolumbus Mayor Andrew J. The consultant will be identified at the Wednesday meeting, Brown said. "Unlike a sports arena, we do not have TV coverage, radio coverage, (that are constantly repeating the name to the public in sports stories and broadcasts), so that makes a big difference in the value," Brown said.īut what the center does have is "a lot of foot traffic, we a lot of guests come through our doors," each of whom sees and uses the center's name repeatedly during visits, Brown said. "But it's probably not going to be as valuable as Staples Arena in Los Angeles," he said. He declined to discuss what such a deal might fetch, saying that is for the consultant to report back to the board. While the center has used the name Greater Columbus Convention Center under the theory that what it was selling to potential visitors was the city of Columbus itself, the financial strain caused by the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has caused it to rethink that strategy, Brown said. "That may take us months to get that done," said Don Brown, the center's executive director. The center's management plans to ask the Franklin County Convention Facilities Authority Wednesday to allow it to hire a naming-rights consultant, which would be the first step to market the center's official name to a private bidder. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.The Greater Columbus Convention Center is examining selling its naming rights to a private entity. A complimentary hot/cold buffet breakfast is served daily from 7 AM to 9:30 AM.īusiness, Other Amenities Featured amenities include a business center, express check-out, and dry cleaning/laundry services. This hotel also features complimentary wireless Internet access and a television in a common area.ĭining Mingle with other guests at the complimentary reception, held daily. Conveniences include desks and coffee/tea makers, as well as phones with free local calls.Īmenities Enjoy a range of recreational amenities, including an outdoor pool, an indoor pool, and a spa tub. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. LCD televisions with cable programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected. Rooms Make yourself at home in one of the 180 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. This hotel is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Palace Theatre and 1 mi (1.5 km) from Ohio Theatre. Property Location A stay at Drury Inn & Suites Columbus Convention Center places you in the heart of Columbus, within a 10-minute walk of Greater Columbus Convention Center and Nationwide Arena.
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