The new President of the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center shares his vision to ensure that New Orleans remains Built to Host

Jim Cook has spent 26 years with Marriott International, and now this hospitality executive heads up the 6th largest convention center in the U.S.! Cook is hailed as more than a leader but a true champion for growth, sustainability, and community. And now he’s driving transformational projects that are shaping the future of New Orleans: the 1,000-room Omni headquarters hotel, the River District mixed-use development, and a $557M Capital Improvement Plan. This hour, Jim joins Newell to talk all about his vision that will ensure the Crescent City remains a world-class destination that is truly Built to Host!