ASM Global names new GM for LA Convention Center

ASM Global, venue management, entertainment and event strategy specialists, has appointed Kimberly Weedmark of Universal Studios Hollywood as the new general manager for the Los Angeles Convention Center. ASM Global’s Dan Hoffend, executive vice-president of convention centres, said: “Los Angeles continues to grow as a hub for many of the world’s significant conventions and events; and with Kimberly’s longtime experience with one of the city’s iconic and most popular destinations, we anticipate LACC’s growth will be even more robust in coming years.” In Weedmark’s new role, she will work closely with the City of Los Angeles to grow even more beyond what is already one of the industry’s leading convention halls. “I’m looking forward to working with our convention centre leadership team to leverage ASM Global’s industry-leading innovations to deliver exceptional experiences for organisers, attendees and exhibitors,” she said. “Kim Weedmark is an outstanding addition to the LA Convention Center team, and we are excited to work with her,” said Doane Liu, chief tourism officer for the City of Los Angeles and executive director of the city tourism department. “I know that Kim will continue the excellent stewardship that has marked ASM Global’s management of the convention centre for the past nine years. Kim brings unmatched leadership qualities and experience, and I look forward to her invaluable input as the city moves forward with the expansion and modernisation of the convention centre.” Owned by the City of Los Angeles and professionally managed by ASM Global, LACC attracts over 2.5m visitors annually. The facility is an integral economic component to the Southern California area, generating economic benefits through attendee direct and indirect sending and sustaining over 12,500 local jobs.