NEW ORLEANS – ACCENT New Orleans, a DMC Network Company and one of the city’s leading destination management companies, is pleased to welcome Jillian Gonzalez as Event Operations Associate.
Gonzalez brings a diverse background in hospitality, tourism, and event operations. Originally from Texas, she earned a degree in Entrepreneurship from the University of North Texas before launching a career that took her from Alaska’s railways and small cruise ships to more than 20 countries around the world.
After making New Orleans her home nearly a decade ago, Gonzalez built her career in luxury hotel operations before earning a master’s degree in Hospitality, Restaurant and Tourism Management from the University of New Orleans. She now helps bring clients’ visions to life by creating memorable New Orleans experiences through ACCENT’s event operations team.
“Jillian brings a unique perspective and a genuine passion for hospitality,” said Diane Lyons, CMP, DMCP, president and owner of ACCENT New Orleans. “Her diverse experience, global perspective, and dedication to exceptional service make her a wonderful addition to our team. We’re excited to have her aboard.”
“Creating memorable experiences has always been my favorite part of working in hospitality,” said Gonzalez. “I’m excited to bring that passion to ACCENT and help showcase everything that makes New Orleans such a special destination.”
Founded in 1991, ACCENT New Orleans DMC has spent more than 35 years creating memorable meetings, events, and destination experiences throughout the Crescent City. As a woman-owned destination management company and proud founding member of DMC Network, ACCENT provides creative event design, transportation, entertainment, logistics, and customized experiences for corporate, association, and incentive groups.
For more information, visit accent-dmc.com.
About ACCENT New Orleans DMC
Founded in 1991, ACCENT New Orleans is a full-service destination management company specializing in meetings, conventions, incentives, transportation, entertainment and event production. A woman-owned business and proud founding member of the DMC Network, ACCENT has earned a reputation for delivering creative, authentic New Orleans experiences with exceptional service for more than 35 years.

