Explore St. Louis
Mary Grimley has a comprehensive work experience in the sales and hospitality industry. Mary currently holds the position of Director of National Accounts at Explore St. Louis since March 2023. Prior to this, they were the Vice President of TripEvents at TSI, an ITS company from November 2021 to April 2023. Before joining TSI, Mary served as the Vice President of Sales at VisitDallas from July 2017 to April 2020. Mary also held various roles at VisitDallas, including Director Of Group Sales from February 2015 to June 2017 and Director of Sales-Eastern Regional Office from October 2002 to February 2015. Mary started their career as a Global Account Director at Starwood Hotels & Resorts from March 2000 to October 2002. Mary began their professional journey as an Account Director at The Orchid at Mauna Lani from 1997 to 2000.
Mary Grimley obtained a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communications and Marketing from Stephen F. Austin State University. In addition, they obtained a certification in "Super Selling Simplified" from Master Connection Associates in June 2019.
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Explore St. Louis
St. Lou is…Surprising. Expect the unexpected – especially if you haven’t visited in awhile. From our newly rejuvenated downtown to an ever-expanding menu of offbeat attractions and dining options, you’ll be surprised at what St. Louis has to offer. Whether your meeting is large, small or somewhere in between, the America's Center convention complex offers a unique combination of flexible facilities and services for any event. In addition to 502,000-square feet of exhibit space, first-class catering options, and easy access, St. Louis offers one stop shopping for meeting planners. Our professional staff includes the marketing, sales, services and convention center staff all under one roof. Literally. The St. Louis Convention & Visitors Commission (dba Explore St. Louis) manages and operates the America's Center® convention complex, which includes six contiguous exhibit halls, 80 meeting rooms, the 67,000-seat Dome at America's Center, 1,400-seat Ferrara Theatre, 28,000 square-foot ballroom and the St. Louis Executive Conference Center. America's Center also employs a full-time labor relations manager who works to establish a mutually beneficial relationship between the center's clients and the local trade unions. One building + one staff = one great meeting. While we all know great meetings don't just “happen” St. Louis can make your next great meeting happen a lot easier. From our convention center and unique meeting venues to the abundance of luxurious and affordable hotel rooms, the Gateway City has whatever you need to take your next meeting to the next level.