The Elko Convention & Visitors Authority has been serving the Elko area since 1977. In addition to promoting the Elko area as a business and leisure tourism destination, the ECVA is responsible for the operation and maintenance of the Elko Convention & Conference Centers. For tourists, visitors and Elko community residents and businesses, the mission of the Elko Convention & Visitors Authority, as a public asset, is to provide quality facilities, market the community and area, and support events and activities which improve the community's overall quality of life and adds to economic development and vitality.