Launched in 2004, Team San Jose is an economic development organization and the official Convention and Visitors Bureau for San Jose. Team San Jose also manages the San Jose McEnery Convention Center, South Hall, Parkside Hall, and four historic Theaters which include the San Jose Civic, the California Theatre, the San Jose Center for the Performing Arts and the Montgomery Theater. 

Team San Jose ensures the success of meetings and events with its unique collaboration between the local hotels, arts groups, and local labor – all working to effectively manage the quality of the customers’ experience from beginning to end.  San Jose’s model is changing the way our meetings and conventions industry serves customers—putting them first with one team for all their event services needs – rather than handing them off to multiple organizations after the meeting is booked.

Team San Jose is a strategic partner supporting the success of local events, and drives travel to our community through sales, marketing and public relations efforts. We provide services such as concierge assistance for major meetings, visitor desks at the airport and convention center, as well as planning guides available in print or download.

Visit San Jose

John LaFortune

Miriam Gutierrez

Karla Gutierrez

Hope Palmquist

Gerri Titch

Trudi Gearhart

Lou Lively-Singh

Rich Wicklander

Mike McArdle

Jonathan Garcia

Bob Bones

Mike Reiswig

Laura Chmielewski

Taryn Meads

Madina Moore

Harpreet Kaur

Frances Wong

The Leadership Team at Visit San Jose, comprising the CEO, Vice President, and Executive Vice President of Human Resources, is responsible for setting strategic direction, overseeing organizational operations, and ensuring effective management of human resources. This team collaborates closely to drive economic development, enhance customer satisfaction, and manage key city assets, including the convention center and historic theaters. Their leadership ensures that San Jose remains a top destination for meetings, conventions, and tourism.

Leadership Team

Event Services Team

Sales and Customer Service

Management

Leadership Team

About

Team members

Other teams at Visit San Jose

Event Services Team

Sales and Customer Service

Management