PRESS RELEASE


FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Sept. 18, 2026

CVB Contact: Alana Cooper
Phone: 318.387.5691
E-mail: acooper@monroe-westmonroe.org


Discover Monroe-West Monroe Nominated for 2026 ConventionSouth Readers’ Choice Award


MONROE-WEST MONROE, LA ― The team at Discover Monroe-West Monroe (DMWM) has been nominated for a ConventionSouth Readers’ Choice Award! The award showcases the best CVBs, Convention Centers, Meeting Facilities and Unique Venues in the South.


ConventionSouth has received more nominations than ever before, highlighting destinations and properties known for the highest quality of professionalism and service.


The 2026 Readers’ Choice Award winning destinations and venues will be featured in their Annual Awards Issue in December, which is one of the most highly valued issues to their planners!


“Being nominated is a tremendous honor for Discover Monroe-West Monroe and a reflection of the dedication our team brings to every meeting, convention, and sporting event we host. Our success is built on strong partnerships with our hotels, venues, restaurants, and community partners, all working together to provide meeting planners with exceptional service and a welcoming experience,” said DMWM’s Executive Vice President Scott Bruscato.


Voting is now open and will continue through Sunday, Oct. 4, 2026, at midnight.


Vote for Discover Monroe-West Monroe here.

About Discover Monroe-West Monroe
Discover Monroe-West Monroe promotes Ouachita Parish as a destination for leisure travel, conventions, meetings and sporting events, creating a positive economic impact for our local community through increased visitor spending and sales tax collections. For more information about Discover Monroe-West Monroe, visit https://www.monroe-westmonroe.org/