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We hope that you will enjoy this comprehensive compilation of the Valley’s top sites for business events, conventions and meetings. We are home to some of the best properties, with state-of-the-art technology and facilities to ensure the success of your next great event. In Business Magazine compiled this guide so companies could compare amenities and make choices for their local events. This guide will be online at inbusinessmag.com for a full year.
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Over the past few years, Arizona has begun to rebound as a major event destination. Always a favorite among tourists and snowbirds, the Valley of the Sun is home to some of the best resorts, performance venues, conference centers and hotels. In Business Magazine presents this year’s guide, showcasing some of the top locations and unique opportunities for a great meeting, convention or corporate event. As in other cities across the country, there is a concerted effort after the recession for many of these properties to look to locals. The word “staycation” spoke to residents vacationing in their home town. Similarly, in an effort to provide business growth, encourage employee satisfaction or enlighten potential clients about services, businesses are looking to their home turf to put on some amazing corporate events. These full-service events range from intimate meetings in a “celebrity chef” restaurant space to a banquets or awards dinner at one of the Valley’s full-sized convention centers or resorts. Businesses here are taking advantage of the major events that we attract. Since the Super Bowl in 1996 and another in 2008 and our latest coming in 2015, as well as the ongoing annual Phoenix Open, NASCAR and other arts & cultural events, corporations locally are spending money and coordinating their own events around these iconic affairs. Hotels report an increase in room occupancy as well as banquet and catering revenue. Surprisingly, much of the hotel banquet and meeting space is occupied by local business. “We have been focusing on marketing our property to local companies for their events,” says Jerry Jensen, director of sales and marketing at The Scottsdale Resort and Conference Center. “More and more companies want to use the incredible assets right here in their own backyard to draw outsiders, build business and put on great events economically.” Jensen notes that this is a new model for many local resorts because properties traditionally focused only on corporate packages out of state. “Local companies are doing regional events that include rooms, catering and banquet facilities.” Efforts to promote and market Arizona are impacting the overall experience as well. “Your tourism industry is working hard to position our state for success and to welcome visitors who, in turn, often become residents and even our state’s top business leaders,” says Debbie Johnson, president and CEO of the Arizona Lodging & Tourism Association. “Creating positive marketing opportunities for Arizona is critical for business attraction and for attracting the world’s top minds and talent to our state,” she adds.
Phoenix
21
5,169
50,000
n/a
Greater Phoenix Convention & Visitors Bureau 125 N. 2nd St., Phoenix, AZ 85004
(602) 944-0569
(602) 254-6500
blackcanyonconferencecenter.com
visitphoenix.com Phoenix
11
5,360
40,000
n/a
Scottsdale Convention & Visitors Bureau
4340 E. Cotton Center Blvd., Phoenix, AZ 85040
4343 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale, AZ 85251
(602) 431-0001
(480) 421-1004
desertwillowconferencecenter.com
experiencescottsdale.com
Poco Diablo Resort & Conference Center
Sedona
7
3,300
9,000
137
Tempe Tourism Office
Largest Room (in square feet)
# of Meeting Rooms
City Greater Phoenix
62,000
Scottsdale
100,000+
14,000
Tempe
65,000
5,300
Mesa
49,000
5,000
Scottsdale
21
11,200
25,000
312
Phoenix
12
5,472
10,000
295
Phoenix
17
3,500
10,000
242
Phoenix
4
3,696
10,000
232
Tempe
5
4,000
10,000
268
51 W. 3rd St., Tempe, AZ 85281
1752 Arizona 179, Sedona, AZ 86336
(480) 894-8158
(928) 282-7333
tempetourism.com
pocodiablo.com Thunderbird Executive Inn & Conference Center
900,000
Convention & Visitors Bureaus (Cont.)
9440 N. 25th Ave., Phoenix, AZ 85021
Desert Willow Conference Center
# of Sleeping Rooms
Black Canyon Conference Center
Total Meeting Space (in square feet)
Conference Centers
Venue
# of Sleeping Rooms
Total Meeting Space (in square feet)
Largest Room (in square feet)
# of Meeting Rooms
City
Venue
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30
3,450
45,000
134
120 N. Center St., Mesa, AZ 85201 (480) 827-4700
15249 N. 59th Ave., Glendale, AZ 85306
visitmesa.com
(602) 978-7987 thunderbirdexecutiveinn.com
Hotels
(Profiled on page 47.)
Chaparral Suites Scottsdale 5001 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale, AZ 85250
Convention Centers Glendale Civic Center
Glendale
22
12,788
50,000
5750 W. Glenn Dr., Glendale, AZ 85301
4300 E. Washington St., Phoenix, AZ 85034
glendaleciviccenter.com Mesa
15
39,150
40,000
263 N. Center St., Mesa, AZ 85201
(602) 273-7778 ichotelsgroup.com
(480) 644-2178
DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Hotel Phoenix
mesaconventioncenter.com Phoenix Convention Center
chaparralsuites.com Crowne Plaza Hotel Phoenix Airport
(623) 930-4300
Mesa Convention Center
(480) 949-1414
Phoenix
90
123,500
> 100,000
320 N. 44th St., Phoenix, AZ 85008
100 N. 3rd St., Phoenix, AZ 85004
(602) 225-0500
(602) 262-6225
doubletreephoenix.com
phoenixconventioncenter.com
Embassy Suites Phoenix Biltmore 2630 E. Camelback Rd., Phoenix, AZ 85016
Convention & Visitors Bureaus Glendale Convention & Visitors Bureau
Phoenix
612,500
60,000
(602) 955-3992 embassysuites3.hilton.com
5800 W. Glenn Dr., Glendale, AZ 85301
Embassy Suites Phoenix - Tempe
(623) 930-4500
4400 S. Rural Rd., Tempe, AZ 85282
visitglendale.com
(480) 897-7444
(Profiled on page 41.)
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# of Sleeping Rooms
3,000
10,000
242
Sheraton Phoenix Airport Hotel Tempe (480) 967-6600
hotelpalomar-phoenix.com
sheratonphoenixairport.com Phoenix
5
4,500
9,000
128
202 N. Central Ave., Phoenix, AZ 85004
10
3,450
10,000
209
Sheraton Phoenix Downtown Hotel
Phoenix
47
28,256
80,000
1,000
Mesa
12
3,650
9,000
114
Scottsdale
7
10,000
10,000
431
Phoenix
76
24,576
100,000
736
Phoenix
56
20,000
> 100,000
740
Carefree
32
14,950
20,000
223
Carefree
17
11,000
35,000
224
340 N. 3rd St., Phoenix, AZ 85004
(602) 253-4121 hotelsancarlos.com
(602) 262-2500 Scottsdale
14
4,000
15,000
233
6850 E. Main St., Scottsdale AZ 85251
sheratonphoenixdowntown.com Windemere Hotel & Conference Center
(480) 248-2000 hotelvalleyho.com
5750 E. Main St., Mesa, AZ 85205 Phoenix
32
12,000
45,000
693
(480) 985-3600 windemerehotelmesa.com
122 N. 2nd St., Phoenix, AZ 85004 (602) 252-1234
Zona Hotel & Suites Scottsdale
phoenix.hyatt.com Phoenix Marriott Mesa
Largest Room (in square feet)
10
1600 S. 52nd St., Tempe, AZ 85281
Hyatt Regency Phoenix
# of Meeting Rooms
Phoenix
(602) 253-6633
Hotel Valley Ho
Tempe
Hotels (Cont.)
2 E. Jefferson St., Phoenix, AZ 85004
Hotel San Carlos
City
Hotel Palomar Phoenix, a Kimpton Hotel
Venue
# of Sleeping Rooms
Total Meeting Space (in square feet)
Largest Room (in square feet)
# of Meeting Rooms
City
Venue
Hotels (Cont.)
Mesa
27
9,200
 60,000
274
200 N. Centennial Way, Mesa, AZ 85201
7677 E. Princess Blvd., Scottsdale, AZ 85255 (480) 585-1234 zonascottsdale.com
(480) 898-8300 marriott.com Radisson Hotel Phoenix Chandler
Chandler
7
1,800
7,000
159
Resorts
7475 W. Chandler Blvd., Chandler, AZ 85226
Arizona Biltmore, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel
(480) 961-4444
2400 E. Missouri Ave., Phoenix, AZ 85016
radisson.com Renaissance Phoenix Downtown Hotel
Phoenix
20
20,020
60,000
527
(602) 955-6600 arizonabiltmore.com
50 E. Adams St., Phoenix, AZ 85004
Arizona Grand Resort & Spa
(480) 336-8129
8000 Arizona Grand Pkwy., Phoenix, AZ 85044
marriott.com Renaissance Phoenix Glendale Hotel & Spa
Glendale
17
30,000
> 100,000
320
9495 W Coyotes Blvd, Glendale, AZ 85305
34631 N. Tom Darlington Dr., Carefree, AZ 85377
renaissanceglendale.com Scottsdale
13
1,380
8,000
243
(480) 488-9009 theboulders.com
7325 E. 3rd Ave., Scottsdale, AZ 85251
Carefree Resort & Conference Center
(480) 945-1550 marriott.com Sheraton Crescent Hotel
arizonagrandresort.com Boulders, A Waldorf Astoria Resort
(623) 937-3700
Scottsdale Marriott Suites Old Town
(602) 438-9000
Phoenix
15
30,000
30,000
342
37220 N. Mule Train Rd., Carefree, AZ 85377
2620 W. Dunlap Ave., Phoenix, AZ 85021
(480) 488-5300
(602) 943-8200
carefree-resort.com
sheratoncrescent.com
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CVB Profile
Glendale Convention & Visitors Bureau
The Glendale Convention & Visitors Bureau prides itself on creating the ultimate experience for meeting planners; one that results in a compressive approach from conception to implementation of an event or meeting. Staff can assist with a meeting planner’s every need, whether it’s arranging accommodations, coordinating transportation, scheduling dining or developing an itinerary with day and night activities for meeting attendees. It’s not “all work and no play” in Glendale, where visitors can immerse themselves in a wide array of activities outside of workrelated business. World-renowned facilities, attractions and signature festivals attract millions of tourists each year. This is, in part, due to Glendale’s Sports & Entertainment District, including Westgate City Center and Cactus League Spring Training, but it’s also because the Glendale Convention & Visitors Bureau has worked to present our
At-A-Glance Offices Address: 5800 W. Glenn Dr., Suite 140, Glendale, AZ 85301 Phone: (623) 930-4500 • (877) 800-2601 Website: www.visitglendale.com
community as a well-rounded destination point for travelers, highlighting not just professional sports, but also festivals, arts and cultural amenities as well as family-oriented entertainment options. The Glendale Convention & Visitors Bureau is ready to help with your research and coverage of Glendale and West Valley travel destinations. For more information, call (877) 800-2601 or visit visitglendale.com.
Most Distinguishing Feature: Multiple city events and cultural attractions. Home of the Phoenix Coyotes and Arizona Cardinals. Year Established Locally: 1997 Event Planning Services: Yes Food & Beverage: Many local and nationally known restaurants and bars. Transportation & Access: Yes Parking / Valet: Accessible parking through the many attractions.
For an extraordinary meeting, start with an amazing place. Glendale and the West Valley have plenty of unique spaces for groups of 7 to 70,000. Our year-round golf, world-class entertainment, pro sports and endless outdoor recreation raise excitement to a whole new level. And best of all, we’re just minutes from Sky Harbor International Airport in one of the nation’s top travel destinations. Ready for a meeting that’s hard to top? Contact the Glendale Convention & Visitors Bureau today.
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8,000
32
JW Marriott Scottsdale Camelback Inn Resort & Spa
Scottsdale
23
12,064
40,000
378
Millennium Resort & Villas Scottsdale 7401 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale, AZ 85253
(480) 947-5400
(480) 948-5050
doubletree.hilton.com
millenniumhotels.com Scottsdale
47
22,500
> 100,000
648
The Phoenician
7575 E. Princess Dr., Scottsdale, AZ 85255
6000 E. Camelback Rd., Scottsdale, AZ 85251
(480) 585-4848
(480) 423-2449
fairmont.com
thephoenician.com Scottsdale
6
2,925
8,000
162
7300 E. Gainey Suites Dr., Scottsdale, AZ 85258
Phoenix Marriott Tempe at The Buttes
(480) 922-6969
2000 W. Westcourt Way, Tempe, AZ 85282
gaineysuiteshotel.com
(800) 228-9290 Grand Canyon
3
3,425
5,000
250
Pointe Hilton Squaw Peak Resort 7677 N. 16th St., Phoenix, AZ 85020
grandcanyonsquire.com
(602) 997-2626 Maricopa
4
4,784
5,000
300
Pointe Hilton Tapatio Cliffs Resort
(480) 802-5000
11111 N. 7th St., Phoenix, AZ 85020
harrahsakchin.com
(602) 866-7500 Scottsdale
7
1,989
6,000
 34
(602) 955-8614 hermosainn.com
(480) 948-2100 Scottsdale
32
14,280
70,000
493
6
2,365
10,000
125
Scottsdale
26
20,533
> 100,000
643
Tempe
15
10,000
40,000
354
Phoenix
46
9,760
48,000
640
Phoenix
26
20,000
65,000
584
9
5,500
9,000
105
Scottsdale
21
10,080
40,000
404
Scottsdale
50
11,000
50,000
326
sanctuaryoncamelback.com Scottsdale Plaza Resort
7500 E. Doubletree Ranch Rd., Scottsdale, AZ 85258
7200 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale, AZ 85253
(480) 444-1234
(480) 948-5000
scottsdale.hyatt.com
scottsdaleplaza.com Phoenix
40
33,218
> 100,000
950
Scottsdale Resort & Conference Center
(800) 228-9290
7700 E. McCormick Pkwy., Scottsdale, AZ 85258
marriott.com
(480) 991-9000
5350 Marriott Dr., Phoenix, AZ 85054
Scottsdale
tapatiocliffshilton.com
5700 E. McDonald Dr., Paradise Valley, AZ 85253
JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa
453
Sanctuary Camelback Mountain Scottsdale
5532 N. Palo Cristi Rd., Scottsdale, AZ 85253
Hyatt Regency Scottsdale Resort and Spa at Gainey Ranch
40,000
squawpeakhilton.com
15406 N. Maricopa Rd., Maricopa, AZ 85139
Hermosa Inn
19,968
marriott.com
(800) 622-6966
Harrah’s Ak-Chin
20
marriott.com
5401 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale, AZ 85250
74 Arizona 64, Grand Canyon Village, AZ 86023
# of Sleeping Rooms
6,000
(480) 948-1700
Grand Canyon Squire Inn
Total Meeting Space (in square feet)
2
copperwynd.com
Gainey Suites Hotel
Largest Room (in square feet)
Fountain Hills
5402 E. Lincoln Dr., Scottsdale, AZ 85253
Fairmont Scottsdale Princess
Scottsdale
Resorts (Cont.)
(480) 333-1900
DoubleTree Resort by Hilton Hotel Paradise Valley Scottsdale
# of Meeting Rooms
13225 N. Eagle Ridge Dr., Fountain Hills, AZ 85268
City
CopperWynd Resort and Club
Venue
# of Sleeping Rooms
Total Meeting Space (in square feet)
Largest Room (in square feet)
# of Meeting Rooms
City
Venue
Resorts (Cont.)
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Special Venue Profile
K1 Speed
Since 2003, K1 Speed has become the nation’s largest indoor kart racing chain, with 23 indoor race tracks at 18 centers nationwide and more locations to open in the future. We are proud to offer you the largest indoor race cart track in the U.S., along with high-performance, zero-emission European electric karts. Our nationwide indoor go kart racing locations are open to the general public seven days a week when not reserved for a private event. You can race against the clock or race against a friend — our Arrive and Drive
allows individuals to come in and shoot for the best fast lap against friends, family and other racers. With each race, you’ll receive a Race Result Sheet based on our K1RS system that allows you to compare your times and rank against other drivers, and you can even check your results online to see how you fare against the best of the week or month. Each Arrive and Drive session lasts for about ten minutes and may include 1-12 drivers, depending on the location and track size. First-time drivers will receive a mandatory briefing session on rules and safety.
At-A-Glance Venue Address: 2425 S. 21st St., Phoenix, AZ 85034 Phone: (602) 275-5278 Website: www.k1speed.com Most Distinguishing Feature: 100% Emissionsfree European-styled Electric Go Karts. Total Exhibit Hall/Space (in sq. ft.): 50,000 Largest Contiguous Space (in sq. ft.): 1,000 Year Established Locally: 2011 Number of Events in 2013: 364 Food & Beverage on Property: Yes Parking / Valet: Yes
AMERICA’S PREMIER INDOOR KARTING CENTER 100%
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ARRIVE & DRIVE . ADULTS AND JUNIORS 48” AND UP
(602) 275-5278 K1SPEED.com
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Total Meeting Space (in square feet)
# of Sleeping Rooms
17,374
> 100,000
500
Babylon Banquet Hall
2
10,000
10,000
Phoenix
1
22,000
22,000
Phoenix
2
10,000
10,000
2
1,800
3,000
8035 N. 43rd Ave., Phoenix, AZ 85051 (623) 930-9049 babylonbanquethall.com Bentley Projects Scottsdale
22
24,556
100,000
496
9800 E. Indian Bend Rd., Scottsdale, AZ 85256
215 E. Grant St., Phoenix, AZ 85004 (480) 946-6060 bentleygallery.com
(866) 877-9897
Boojum Tree
talkingstickresort.com
16026 N. 36th St., Phoenix, AZ 85032 Scottsdale
15
3,700
10,000
224
7277 E. Camelback Rd., Scottsdale, AZ 85251
(602) 867-8975 boojumtree.com The Carnegie Center
(480) 970-2100
Phoenix
1101 W. Washington St., Phoenix, AZ 85007
wscottsdalehotel.com Scottsdale
65
24,541
> 100,000
732
6902 E. Greenway Pkwy., Scottsdale, AZ 85254
(for nonprofits only)
(602) 926-3604 azlibrary.gov Castles ‘n’ Coasters
(480) 624-1000
Phoenix
2
3,935
5,000
Phoenix
1
3,600
3,600
Phoenix
5
7,500
12,000
Phoenix
5
40,000
80,000
Phoenix
2
2,500
5,500
Phoenix
5
4,200
5,000
9445 N. Metro Pkwy. E., Phoenix, AZ 85051
kierlandresort.com Wigwam
Largest Room (in square feet)
40
wildhorsepassresort.com
Westin Kierland Resort & Spa
# of Meeting Rooms
Chandler
(602) 225-0100
W Scottsdale
Phoenix
Special Event Venues (Cont.)
5594 W. Wild Horse Pass Rd., Chandler, Arizona 85226
Talking Stick Resort
City
Sheraton Wild Horse Pass Resort & Spa
Venue
# of Sleeping Rooms
Total Meeting Space (in square feet)
Largest Room (in square feet)
# of Meeting Rooms
City
Venue
Resorts (Cont.)
Phoenix
25
10,800
45,000
331
300 E. Wigwam Blvd., Litchfield Park, AZ 85340
(602) 997-7575 castlesncoasters.com The Cedars Banquet Hall
(623) 935-3811
1702 E. Northern Ave., Phoenix, AZ 85020
wigwamarizona.com
(602) 944-2566 cedarsbanquethall.com Children’s Museum of Phoenix
Special Event Venues Arcadia Ice Arena
215 N. 7th St., Phoenix, AZ 85034 Phoenix
2
15,000
15,700
(Ice Rink)
3853 E. Thomas Rd., Phoenix, AZ 85018
childrensmuseumofphoenix.org
(602) 957-9966
Comerica Theatre
arcadiaice.com Arizona Center
Phoenix
400 E. Van Buren St., Phoenix, AZ 85004 (602) 271-4000
Outside Space only
n/a
21
39,600
45,000
Phoenix
400 W. Washington St., Phoenix, AZ 85003 (602) 379-2800 comericatheatre.com
arizonacenter.com Arizona Diamondbacks Chase Field
(602) 253-0501
> 100,000
Cutler-Plotkin Jewish Heritage Center 122 E. Culver St., Phoenix, AZ 85004
401 E. Jefferson St., Phoenix, AZ 85004
(602) 241-7870
(602) 462-6500
azjhs.org
azchasefield.com Arizona Science Center 600 E. Washington St., Phoenix, AZ 85004
Desert Botanical Garden Phoenix
9
n/a
n/a
1201 N. Galvin Pkwy., Phoenix, AZ 85008 (480) 941-1225 dbg.org
(602) 716-2000 azscience.org
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Rawhide Western Town & Steakhouse
Rawhide Western Town & Steakhouse is the Valley’s premier western venue, offering groups a unique journey back in time. Encompassing more than 160 acres of beautiful Sonoran Desert, Rawhide is nestled in the center of the Wild Horse Pass area, located in Chandler and in close proximity
to Phoenix, Scottsdale, Tempe and Mesa. Rawhide Western Town & Steakhouse is the perfect place to host a private event whether you are a group of 10 or 10,000, offering 14 distinct private venues, all providing a true western flare to any event. Rawhide’s Frontier Hall is the East Valley’s largest special event venue, offering 45,000 square feet of continuous indoor space adjacent to the 50,000-square-foot Sonoran Lawn. Rawhide’s Group Sales team will provide complete service, which includes planning from the vision to the execution of the event, personalized group menu creation, and access to top-notch unique entertainment. We look forward to welcoming you to our 1880s western town with a true taste of the Old West you’ll not find anywhere else in Arizona! For additional information, visit www.Rawhide.com or call the Group Sales Department at (480) 502-5600 for availability and menus.
At-A-Glance Venue Address: 5700 W. North Loop Rd., Chandler, AZ 85226 Phone: (480) 502-5600 Website: www.Rawhide.com Most Distinguishing Feature: Western Town & Steakhouse Largest Contiguous Space (in sq. ft.): 45,000 Year Established Locally: 1970 Number of Events in 2013: 243 Nearest Hotel: Sheraton Wild Horse Pass Resort & Casino Event Planning Services: Yes Food & Beverage on Property: Yes Transportation & Access: Yes Parking / Valet: Yes
Bring your next corporate event West! Rawhide Western Town & Steakhouse in Chandler — in close proximity to Phoenix, Scottsdale, Tempe and Mesa — is the perfect place to host a private event.
Groups of 10 to 10,000 Distinct private venues available
Provide a True Western Flare to any event… Frontier Hall is the East Valley’s Largest Event Venue. • 45,000 sq. ft. of continuous indoor space • Adjacent to the 50,000-sq.-ft. Sonoran Lawn • Full-service facility with Catering & Event Planning
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n/a
3
2,500
n/a
Phoenix Art Museum
10,000
Phoenix Zoo Phoenix
7
5,293
20,000
n/a
Phoenix
16
4,000
4,300
Chandler
10
46,000
> 75,000
Phoenix
4
2,500
3,000
Phoenix
2
6,500
9,000
Phoenix
2
n/a
n/a
Phoenix
3
4,600
6,400
Phoenix
1
2,500
2,500
Phoenix
1
2,250
2,250
Phoenix
13
1,075
3,000
phoenixzoo.org
Herberger Theater Center
5700 W. North Loop Rd., Chandler, AZ 85226
Phoenix
6
2,980
9,000
222 E. Monroe St., Phoenix, AZ 85004
(480) 502-5600
(602) 254-7399
rawhide.com
herbergertheater.org
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1
1,000
1,000
Secret Garden
2425 S. 21st St., Phoenix, AZ 85034
2501 E. Baseline Rd., Phoenix, AZ 85042
(602) 275-5278
(602) 268-5522
k1speed.com
secretgardenevents.com
(Profiled on page 43.)
Stand Up Live Phoenix
3
4,500
6,000
50 W. Jefferson St., Phoenix, AZ 85003
214 E. Roosevelt St., Phoenix, AZ 85004
(480) 719-6100
(602) 253-0339
standuplive.com
monorchid.com
Turf Paradise Phoenix
4
9,908
14,000
1501 W. Bell Rd., Phoenix, AZ 85023 (602) 942-1101
1431 E. Dunlap Ave., Phoenix, AZ 85020
turfparadise.com
(602) 943-2656
University of Arizona College of Medicine
mprc.net Phoenix
6
9,300
30,000
550 E. Van Buren St., Phoenix, AZ 85004
4725 E. Mayo Blvd., Phoenix, AZ 85050
(602) 827-2001
(480) 478-6000
medicine.arizona.edu
mim.org
Valley Youth Theatre Phoenix
2
1,920
3,000
525 N. 1st St., Phoenix, AZ 85004 (602) 253-8188
3131 S. Central Ave., Phoenix, AZ 85040
vyt.com
(602) 468-6470
Venue at the Grove
riosalado.audubon.org
7125 E. Chauncey Ln., Phoenix, AZ 85054
n/a
(602) 273-1341
Rawhide
Penske Racing Museum
4
455 N. Galvin Pkwy., Phoenix, AZ 85008
heard.org
Nina Mason Pulliam Rio Salado Audubon Center
Phoenix
14424 N. 32nd St., Phoenix, AZ 85032 thephoenixlodge.com
(602) 252-8840
Musical Instrument Museum
(602) 482-2339
2301 N. Central Ave., Phoenix, AZ 85004
Mountain Preserve Reception Center
6,600
phxart.org
gameworks.com
MonOrchid
n/a
(602) 257-1222
(480) 839-4263
K1 Speed
5
1625 N. Central Ave., Phoenix, AZ 85004
5000 S. Arizona Mills Cir., Tempe, AZ 85282
Heard Museum
# of Sleeping Rooms
Outdoor picnicstyle only
The Phoenix Lodge Phoenix
Phoenix
Special Event Venues (Cont.)
enchantedisland.com GameWorks - Tempe
Total Meeting Space (in square feet)
(602) 254-1200
Largest Room (in square feet)
1202 W. Encanto Blvd., Phoenix, AZ 85007
# of Meeting Rooms
Phoenix
City
Enchanted Island Amusement Park
Venue
# of Sleeping Rooms
Total Meeting Space (in square feet)
Largest Room (in square feet)
# of Meeting Rooms
City
Venue
Special Event Venues (Cont.)
Phoenix
2
2,500
5,000
7010 S. 27th Ave., Phoenix, AZ 85041 (602) 456-0803 venueatthegrove.com
(480) 538-4444
The Wrigley Mansion
penskeracingmuseum.com
2501 E. Telawa Trail, Phoenix, AZ 85016 (602) 955-4079 wrigleymansionclub.com
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Hotel Profile
Thunderbird Executive Inn
Thunderbird Executive Inn is located on the corner of 59th Avenue and Greenway in Glendale. The hotel is located on the campus of the renowned Thunderbird School of Global Management. The school was once an airbase established to train American, Canadian, British and Chinese pilots during World War II. Several landmark buildings, including the airfield control tower, barracks and airplane hangar, can still be seen on campus. Then, in 1946, the base was transformed into the first-ever graduate business school to focus exclusively on international management. The school is a landmark in Glendale; however, the hotel remained a secret. In 2006, Thunderbird Executive Inn opened its doors to the public. The hotel offers 134 newly renovated guestrooms, an outdoor saltwater pool and access to the YMCA. Additional amenities, such as the complimentary 24-hour snack lounge, complimentary parking and wireless
At-A-Glance Hotel Address: 15249 N. 59th Ave., Glendale, AZ 85306 Phone: (602) 978-7987 Website: thunderbirdexecutiveinn.com
Internet, brands the hotel as the “Hidden Gem” of Glendale. With many tiered auditorium-style meeting rooms, a 14,000-square-foot pavilion, numerous outdoor venues and a full-service catering department, Thunderbird Executive Inn is the ideal location in the West Valley for meetings and events. Call (602) 978-7987 for more information.
Most Distinguishing Feature: Located on the historic campus of Thunderbird School of Global Management with 40,000 square feet of meeting space, including six state-of-theart auditoriums and 24 breakout rooms. Year Established Locally: 1996 Event Planning Services: Yes Food & Beverage: Yes Transportation & Access: Yes Parking / Valet: Yes
Thunderbird Executive Inn & Conference Center | Glendale, Arizona
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Thunderbird Executive Inn & Conference Center is a unique Arizona destination serving clients from around the world. Nestled on the historic campus of Thunderbird School of Global Management, the recently renovated Thunderbird Executive Inn will surprise and delight you with: 4 134 upscale guest rooms 4 More than 40,000 square feet of meeting space, including six state-of-the-art auditoriums and 24 breakout rooms 4 Unique diversions such as the world famous Thunderbird Pub, located in an historic WWII military airfield control tower Whether you’re planning a conference, business meeting, training program, trade show or simply a vacation escape to sunny Arizona — our hotel and conference center is an exceptional choice.
www.thunderbirdexecutiveinn.com 1 Global Place, Glendale, AZ 85306 Inquiries: 602.978.7987 Email: hotelsales@thunderbird.edu
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CONSIDER US THE LAST RESORT. BECAUSE YOU’LL NEVER NEED TO LOOK ANYWHERE ELSE You’ll know you’ve made the right choice before the meeting even begins. Because we listen. We never rest. Our facilities and support staff handle your meeting with effortless elegance. And we stay focused on you, your vision and your clients. It’s how we work. So it never feels like work to you. It just feels right.
FOR MORE INFORMATION, VISIT KIERLANDMEETINGS.COM OR CALL 480.624.1000
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