Toledo Ohio, August 21, 2023 --- Steve Miller, general manager,announced that the expanded and renovated Glass City Center has enjoyed an exciting and eventful first year that exceeded expectations. “Dozens of events and hundreds of positive reviews later, the almost $70 million investment is creating positive energy throughout the community and helping position downtown Toledo as a great place to meet.”
Glass City Center has emerged as a top destination for gatherings and events of all sorts. Since the ribbon-cutting on August 25, 2022, GCC had 192 event days, hosting meetings, conventions, tradeshows, public events, competitions and banquets with an estimated 150,000 guests enjoying its contemporary elegance, artworks and first class service.
“The major expansion and renovation has been a real game-changer for us” added Carol Dupuis, director of sales. “This beautiful facility is now state-of-the-art in every way and our experienced, dedicated staff is focused on exceeding customer expectations. Meeting and event planners have been thrilled to learn what Glass City Center in downtown Toledo can offer and having 550 first class hotel rooms nearby is a real plus.”
Formerly SeaGate Centre, the facility was re-branded after its $70 million expansion and renovation to reflect Toledo’s reputation as “Glass Capital of the World”. Glass City Center features a 75,000 square foot column-free Expo Hall, 28 smart-technology conference rooms, an elegant 16,000 square foot Grand Ballroom, an outdoor terrace overlooking Fifth Third Field, the downtown skyline and much more. Learn more at GlassCityCenter.com.