Connections Housing Acquires Par Avion
February 5, 2019
Full-service sourcing, housing and event management company Connections Housing has acquired Par Avion, a full-service convention housing and travel company based in Lawndale, Calif.
Both Connections Housing and Par Avion are women-owned business and are respected leaders in housing and travel services with mutual emphasis on executing superior and seamless events.
The announcement comes from company executives Nancy Hallberg and Kris Sieradzki, Connections Housing, and Toby Brenner, Par Avion.
“Both companies have been in business for 30-plus years with the paramount goal of providing the best full-service housing and travel services to our clients,” said Halberg, co-owner of Connections Housing.
She added, “It is a natural fit for our companies and we are thrilled with this new partnership.”
Par Avion will retain its brand and continue to operate out of its California office as a wholly owned subsidiary of Connections Housing.
Brenner of Par Avion will continue at its helm in partnership with Connections Housing.
Kris Sieradzki, co-owner of Connections, said, “Par Avion has always been a respected and reputable company in the housing industry and the synergies and philosophies between the two companies on client stewardship and service are fully aligned. Together we are only going to be stronger.”
Brenner noted that the meetings and hospitality industry is undergoing dynamic changes and the timing is perfect for continued growth.
“During our first few meetings it was clear that our values and goals are aligned as this was a critical part of the decision process,” Brenner said.
She added, “We look forward to sharing our best practices and with our state-of-the-art technology and service offerings we will continue together as the leader in the housing and event industry.”
With offices in Atlanta and Las Vegas, Connections Housing provides sourcing, housing and event management services to a number of the TSNN Top 250 trade shows and successfully manages more than 350 events each year ranging in size from 10 to 100,000+ attendees.
With the office located in Southern California, Par Avion has been recognized in the Los Angeles Business Journal as one of the Fastest Growing Women Owned Businesses and The 100 Fastest Growing Private Companies in America.
Partner Voices
Overview:
The award-winning Orange County Convention Center (OCCC) goes the extra mile to make every day extraordinary by offering customer service excellence and industry-leading partnerships. From their dedicated in-house Rigging team to their robust Exhibitor Services, The Center of Hospitality brings your imagination to life by helping you host unforgettable meetings and events. With more than 2 million square feet of exhibit space, world-class services and a dream destination, we are committed to making even the most ambitious conventions a reality.
In October 2023, the Orange County Board of County Commissioners voted to approve allocating Tourist Development Tax funding for the $560 million Phase 5A completion of the OCCC. The Convention Way Grand Concourse project will include enhancements to the North-South Building, featuring an additional 60,000 square feet of meeting space, an 80,000- square-foot ballroom and new entry to the North-South Building along Convention Way.
“We are thrilled to begin work on completing our North-South Building which will allow us to meet the growing needs of our clients,” said OCCC Executive Director Mark Tester. “As an economic driver for the community, this project will provide the Center with connectivity and meeting space to host more events and continue to infuse the local economy with new money and expanding business opportunities.”
Amenities:
The Center of Hospitality goes above and beyond by offering world-class customer service and industry-leading partnerships. From the largest convention center Wi-Fi network to custom LAN/WAN design, the Center takes pride in enhancing exhibitor and customer experience.
The OCCC is the exclusive provider of electricity (24-hour power at no additional cost), aerial rigging and lighting, water, natural gas and propane, compressed air, and cable TV services. Convenience
The Center is at the epicenter of the destination, with an abundance of hotels, restaurants, and attractions within walking distance. Pedestrian bridges connect both buildings to more than 5,200 rooms and is within a 15-minute drive from the Orlando International Airport. The convenience of the location goes hand-in-hand with top notch service to help meet an event’s every need.
Gold Key Members
The OCCC’s Gold Key Members represent the best of the best when it comes to exceptional service and exclusive benefits for clients, exhibitors and guests. The Center’s Gold Key memberships with Universal Orlando Resort, SeaWorld Orlando and Walt Disney World greatly enhance meeting planner and attendee experiences offering world-renowned venues, immersive experiences and creative resources for their events.
OCCC Events:
This fiscal year, the OCCC is projected to host 168 events, 1.7 million attendees, and $2.9 billion in economic impact.
The Center’s top five events during their 2022-2023 fiscal year included:
AAU Jr. National Volleyball Championships 2023
200,000 Attendees
$257 Million in Economic Impact
MEGACON 2023
160,000 Attendees
$205 Million in Economic Impact
Open Championship Series 2023
69,500 Attendees
$89 Million in Economic Impact
Sunshine Classic 2023
42,000 Attendees
$54 Million in Economic Impact
Premiere Orlando 2023
42,000 Attendees
$108 Million in Economic Impact
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