Premier Event Space The Main offers 60,000 sq ft of flexible meeting and event space, including Virginia's largest hotel ballroom and an IACC-certified conference center. This positions it as a top choice for corporate events, conferences, and large weddings. Sales opportunities: partner with event planners, associations, and wedding planners; offer bundled packages that combine venue rental, catering, AV, and on-site coordination.
Culinary Experience Three chic eateries Saltine, Grain rooftop beer garden, and Varia provide diverse dining experiences to enhance group programs and social events. Leverage the waterfront setting to create pre- or post-event experiences, wine and pasta programs, and exclusive dining packages for corporate retreats, weddings, and galas.
Tech Enabled Marketing The property uses a modern tech stack including Oracle BlueKai, Milestone CMS, Microsoft 365 and JSON-LD, enabling data-driven marketing and personalized experiences. Sales plays: offer digital marketing services, CRM integration, retargeting campaigns, and co-branded promotions with the hotel for target segments such as corporate planners and wedding clients.
Market Potential With revenue in the 50-100 million range and a 51-200 employee profile, Hilton Norfolk The Main is positioned as a mid-to-upper-mid market hospitality partner for corporate travel programs, event procurement, and associations. Opportunities exist to engage TMCs, local businesses, and regional vendors for volume contracts and preferred vendor lists.
Competitive Edge Virginia's largest hotel ballroom and IACC-certified conference center differentiate The Main from competitors, enabling premium event offerings and hybrid/large-format meetings. Use these differentiators to pitch as a premier destination for conferences, galas, and weddings, and to pursue partnerships with DMCs and wedding planners.