Greater Columbus Convention Center Appoints New General Manager

Dean Dennis, CVE, succeeds John Page as head of major Ohio convention center

Apr. 13, 2026 at 7:04am

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The Greater Columbus Convention Center and Legends Global have announced the appointment of Dean Dennis, CVE, as the new general manager of the Greater Columbus Convention Center (GCCC). Dennis, who has over 30 years of experience leading convention centers and public assembly venues across North America, succeeds John Page, who has taken on a new role as regional vice president of venue operations for Legends Global.

Why it matters

The GCCC is a major convention and event venue in Ohio, hosting numerous trade shows, conferences, and other events that drive economic activity in the Columbus region. Dennis's extensive experience in venue management will be crucial in maintaining the GCCC's status as a premier convention destination.

The details

Dean Dennis comes to Columbus from Memphis, Tennessee, where he most recently served as president and general manager of the Renasant Convention Center and Cannon Center for the Performing Arts. Prior to that, he held general manager and regional VP roles with Global Spectrum/Spectra, and also has experience in destination marketing organizations, having served as VP of the Convention and Visitors Council with the Greater Pueblo Chamber of Commerce.

  • Dean Dennis was appointed as the new general manager of the Greater Columbus Convention Center in March 2026.

The players

Dean Dennis

A certified venue executive (CVE) with over 30 years of experience leading convention centers and public assembly venues across North America, Dennis was appointed as the new general manager of the Greater Columbus Convention Center in March 2026.

John Page

The former general manager of the Greater Columbus Convention Center, Page has taken on a new position as regional vice president of venue operations for Legends Global.

Greater Columbus Convention Center

A major convention and event venue in Ohio, hosting numerous trade shows, conferences, and other events that drive economic activity in the Columbus region.

Legends Global

A global leader in live experience venue development, management, premium hospitality, and integrated venue services, which oversees the Greater Columbus Convention Center.

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What they’re saying

“We are thrilled to welcome Dean Dennis to the Greater Columbus Convention Center team. His extensive experience in venue management will be invaluable as we continue to position the GCCC as a premier convention destination.”

— John Page, Regional Vice President of Venue Operations, Legends Global

What’s next

Dennis will begin his new role as general manager of the Greater Columbus Convention Center in April 2026.

The takeaway

The appointment of Dean Dennis, an experienced venue management professional, as the new general manager of the Greater Columbus Convention Center underscores the venue's commitment to maintaining its status as a leading convention and event destination in Ohio.