2. The Philippine International Convention Center
(PICC) made history as Asia’s first international
convention center, setting a trend that led other
countries to build their own.
Philippine International Convention Center, the
premiere venue for meetings, exhibitions and special
events.

4. An architectural landmark on its own, housing works of
various Filipino master artists in painting and
sculpture, it opened in 1976 to host the World Bank –
International Monetary Fund Annual Meeting. After
this, the Philippine International Convention Center
(PICC) established itself as one of the most versatile
event arenas in the Asia-Pacific region by being the
venue of political summits, medical conventions, and
concerts of international artists as varied as Luciano
Pavaroti, the Bolshoi Ballet, Ricky Martin and Burt
Bacharach.

6. The PICC has five (5) building modules, the Delegation
Building, Secretariat Building, Plenary Hall, Reception
Halland The Forum. Spaces herein are versatile enough
to be transformed into almost any number of settings
for any kind of exhibition, convention or special event.

8. The Reception Hall, an exquisite hall with
extensive red carpet and gigantic
chandeliers, with permanent stage and
dressing rooms for live shows and special
events, it can accommodate 2, 500 guests
for a sit-down dinner or 5,000 for a cocktail
reception.

9. A low-slung bridge through tropical
gardens connects to the Plenary Hall, one
of the most impressive of the 5 building
modules. It can conveniently
accommodate 4,000 people in a theatre
set up for convention meetings or special
events. Also equipped with permanent
stage, dressing rooms and VIP lounge.

10. At the Southern end of the PICC complex
is the Secretariat Building, a three (3)
storey building which houses more
meeting rooms, a banquet hall, exhibition
areas, a media center, an executive fine
dining restaurant and a cafeteria for 500
people.

11. The five-storey Delegation Building houses
twelve (12) meeting rooms, two (2) new
banquet halls, two (2) corporate boardrooms,
Registration and Documents Distribution
Counters, executive offices, office spaces and
lounges that can accommodate different
groups. Six (6) of the meetings rooms are
new, totally different and an updated look,
high-ceilings with recessed downlight pendant
lamps with dimmable halogen light fixtures.

18. Our mission is to continue our unfailing
commitment to provide the highest quality of
service and the best facilities through effective
and efficient management of our human and
physical resources.

19. We aim to maintain our position as one of
the world’s best convention and exhibition
centers as it brings peoples together in an
endless quest for global exchange of ideas.

21. Chairman: Amando M. Tetangco, Jr.
Vice Chairman: Juan De Zuñiga, Jr.
Board members : Pacita Rosalinda Y. Aguirre
Raquel D. Garcia
Cristina M. Sarino
Susan S. Villar
Gabriel Lim Cruz
Adviser to the BSP Governor on PICC matters:
Juan Quintos, Jr.

22. as an architectural landmark on
its own housing work of various
Filipino master artists in
painting and sculpture, it stands
as a constant edifice in an ever-
changing environment;

23. rich in terms of cultural heritage and
significance in Philippine history.
Hosted countless prestigious and
notable events such as:
Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC)
Summit, World Law Conference
World Congress of Anaesthesiologists
74th Annual World Dental Congress of the FDI
and a roster of other events;

24. strategicallywell-secured round
Center is located. PICC is at
the clock withManila, a few
the heart of closed circuit
minutes cameras (CCTV). Also
television away from the
international airport, close to
equipped with baggage x-ray
major hotels metal detectors.
machines and and exciting
nightlife, shoppingcanines and
Has bomb-sniffing malls and
other interesting tourist spots;
roving security guards to
ensure safety and security in
and around the center;

25. Meeting rooms are equipped
Has with
medical clinic, Simultaneous
ATM
Machine and bank services
Interpretation System (SIS)
Center a minimum of two (2) to a
from is equipped with
maximum of seven (7)
ramps, porchlifts and elevators
languages.
for the physically-challenged
Has ample parking spaces up to
as many as 400 vehicles;

26. core strength of PICC rests on the talent and
The Center has adapts environmental programs on
expertise as its principals and professionals.water
such of energy efficiency, PICC
has a unique team management, and wide
conservation, waste of individuals whose other
range of skills, dedication and experience are
environmental practices in air quality, building &
difficult to replicate in such & small number of
lawns, food a beverage
people.
services, transportation, general office procedures
and communications, training & capability building
and purchasing & contract compliance. PICC
continuously evaluate existing practices and look
for new and better alternatives that would support
sustainability that benefits the
stakeholders, lessens negative impact on

28. Georgia's newest and second largest convention
center, the GICC is uniquely positioned to offer its
guests and clients unprecedented convenience.
The world's only convention center directly
connected to a major airport, our modern facility
embodies the grace and efficiency of flight itself.

29. Most proud of with their GICC staff that consistently
earn the highest ratings from event planners and
guests for service, support and attitude.

30. 1983 City of College Park establishes the Business
and Industrial Development Authority (BIDA) to
solicit major hotels and start work on a public
assembly facility owned and operated by College
Park through BIDA.
1985
The first Georgia International Convention & Trade
Center (GICTC) opens with 136,000 total square
feet.

31. 1991
The $28.5 million expansion of the GICTC
begins, adding 193,000 square feet of floor space.
1991
GICTC joins forces with eight airport area hotels to
offer top-drawer convention venue with modernz
accommodation.

32. 1992
Michelle Swann is appointed Executive Director.
1993
GICTC opens Phase 2 expansion, and changes name
to the Georgia International Convention Center
(GICC). New facility at new locations to be 329,000
square feet, including 5 exhibit halls totaling
120,000 square feet, 35 meeting rooms and 2
ballrooms, and a culinary arts center with Proof of
the Pudding as the sole, in-house food and beverage
provider. Phase 2 expansion costs: $31 million.

33. 1994
GICC, in conjunction with a dozen airport-area
hotels, forms the Hartsfield Convention Connection
(HCC) to promote the airport area in general and
1996
generate more business forawards for the year
GICC receives two Industry the convention center.
1996-1997: The Prime Site Award for service and
facility excellence, and Planner's Choice Award for
excellence in meetings management.
GICC announces the completion of its 1996
renovation in August.

34. 1997
2000
ProofExecutive Director, Hugh Austin, unveilsin-
GICC of the Pudding is selected as exclusive plans
house catering provider.a new Georgia International
for the development of
Convention Center, a 400,000 square foot facility
with a 40,000 square foot ballroom, Georgia's
largest. The facility will include 150,000 square feet
of exhibition space, 15,000 square feet of flexible
meeting space, three executive board rooms, a VIP
Green Room, and a 10,000 Culinary Arts Center. The
new facility will be located on Camp Creek
Parkway, about a ¼ mile from the airport.

35. 2001
GICC wins Prime Site Award.
2003
The new GICC opens.
2008
Construction begins on 2 new hotels on the GICC
campus — a 403-room Marriott Headquarters hotel
and a 147-room SpringHill Suites. Construction also
began on a 100,000 square foot office building

36. 2009
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport's
Automated People Mover, the ATL SkyTrain, begins
operation, transporting visitors from the airport to
2010
the GICC, a two-minute trip that, at the time, marks
The Atlanta Airport Marriott Gateway opens on the
the GICC as America's only convention center
GICC campus. The 403-room convention center
directly connected to a major airport.
hotel is LEED-certified and features a ballroom and
2009 also marks the opening of the 147-room LEED-
meeting space to supplement the GICC's offerings.
certified SpringHill Suites hotel.