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Press Releases

Javits Center appoints Miles Partnership as new brand agency of record

Jacob K. Javits Convention Center today announced the appointment of Miles Partnership as its Brand Agency of Record, marking the beginning of a bold chapter in the Center’s evolution. This decision aligns with the vision of recently appointed Chief Executive Officer Joyce Leveston, whose leadership signals a dynamic future for one of New York State’s most iconic venues.

Justin Horwitz named new Senior Director of Sales of the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center

New York Convention Center Operating Corporation (NYCCOC), which oversees the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center, announced today that Justin Horwitz has joined the organization as the new Senior Director of Sales.

Javits Center's Rooftop Farm renamed ‘Steel Farm' in honor of Alan Steel

The Jacob K. Javits Convention Center is excited to announce the rooftop farm is now officially known as ‘Steel Farm’ in honor of chief executive officer Alan Steel, who will be retiring next month. Steel has been chief executive officer for the last 13 years – guiding Javits Center through the devastation of Hurricane Sandy, the unknown of the Covid-19 pandemic and the excitement of the North Javits expansion.

New York Convention Center Operating Corporation to Appoint Joyce Leveston as New Chief Executive Officer of The Jacob K. Javits Convention Center

The New York Convention Center Operating Cooperation (NYCCOC) announced today that Joyce Leveston (CMM, CVP) will be appointed as the new chief executive officer of the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center. The announcement follows a vote in support by the NYCCOC Board of Directors of the executive search committee’s unanimous recommendation.