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Felicia Newberry with The Magnum Companies, and Reid Ramsay and Trevor Smith with Beer Street Journal

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Felicia Newberry/The Magnum Companies Ltd. LinkedinTwitterTwitter

Felicia Newberry is the Director of Sales and Marketing for The MAGNUM Companies Ltd., a prominent leader in the production industry for over 30 year. Felicia started her career in production selling lamps and gel part time and worked her way up to be a principal player in the meeting & Events industry.  Felicia is part of an award winning team at MAGNUM receiving several awards for lighting & production design as well as logistical achievement.  Always hands on, Felicia has worked with some of the top lighting designers and event planners in the industry and always enjoys a challenge. Felicia is currently serving her 4th term on the board of MPI Georgia chapter as VP of education producing fresh & relevant educational programs for its members.

Reid Ramsay and Trevor Smith/Beer Street Journal FacebookTwitter

BeerStreetJournal.com was created by Reid Ramsay over five years ago here in Atlanta, Georgia. The obsession on knowing and writing more about beer has lead Beer Street Journal to become one of the largest beer websites in the United States.

Trevor Smith partnered with Beer Street Journal in early 2013 grow and expand its national presence.

 

 

Special Edition: Georgia Chapter of Meeting Professionals International – GaMPI

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Today’s show is a GaMPI feature show with guest host Larry Greene.

Larry Greene/Greene Worldwide Transportation Facebook

Greene Worldwide Transportation has been in business for 25 years. We are a 24/7 transportation company with someone in our office 24 hours a day to help you with  your every need. Whether you need leisure, corporate or group transportation, we have a large, late model fleet of sedans,5 passenger suvs, vans, 6,10,14 passenger stretch limousines, 31 passenger minibuses and 56 passenger motor coaches to fit all of your needs.

Tracy Stuckrath/Thrive! Meetings & Events FacebookLinkedInTwitter

Tracy Stuckrath, CSEP, CMM, CHC is a certified event planner and meetings manager whose personal mission is to “make the world healthier one event at a time.” She is also one of 15 million Americans with food allergies. Combining her more than 20 years of event planning experience and food allergies, Tracy founded Thrive! Meetings & Events in 2010 to educate the hospitality industry on how to successfully accommodate dietary needs at events.

Prior to opening Thrive!, Tracy spent her career in corporate America creating and managing events for two Olympic Games, consumer and trade magazines, an auto auction company and two trade associations.  To stay abreast of industry trends, she is an active member of the International Special Events Society, Meeting Professionals International, Women Chefs and Restaurateurs, International Association of Culinary Professionals, Gluten Intolerance Group and the Food Allergy Research & Education. In her spare time, Tracy works part-time at Cook’s Warehouse working and interacting with local and national chefs and serves as the Chair of the GaMPI Fall Classic.

Dr. Mark Newton/Gwinnett Technical College Linkedin

Dr. Mark Newton is the President of Newton’s LAW and is the Director of the Hotel, Restaurant and Tourism Management Program at Gwinnett Technical College. During the past 26 years at Gwinnett Tech he has taught courses and seminars such as Career Education, Event Planning, Energizing Professional Development as well as many other hospitality-related courses.

Mark earned his Bachelor’s from Cornell University and his master’s and doctorate degrees from University of Georgia.

Mark started his own company, Newton’s LAW in order to meet the demand for his speaking and consulting services. The company name is based on the philosophy that Learning leads to Achieving, resulting in Winning; thus the acronym LAW.

Mark is a member of the National Speakers Association – Georgia Chapter and won the Speaker of the Year award in 2002.

Vanessa Parker/What She Does and The Pink Boss FacebookTwitterFacebookTwitter

Vanessa Parker balances family and entrepreneurship with flare and a style all her own.  Her mission and purpose is to empower women to use their passion and skills to generate income that will allow them the flexibility to do what they love every day.   Parker has taught several entrepreneurship workshops and is currently teaching her Jr. CEO curriculum in the metro Atlanta area.  She credits her success to community involvement and her drive to help women become economically self sufficient through entrepreneurship.

 

Tish Davis with Elegant Event Sitters, Anne Cohen with Perfect Wedding Guide and Lisa Linehan with Chick Singer Night

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Tish Davis/Elegant Event Sitters FacebookLinkedInTwitter

Elegant Event Sitters, Inc. is the premier source for special event child care. We are a mobile service which means that we come to the kids! Our energetic staff is CPR/First Aid certified and has been personally trained by the owners. Our sitters are available nationwide for events of all kinds and sizes.

Anne Cohen/Perfect Wedding Guide FacebookTwitter

Anne Cohen has spent the last ten years working with small business owners in creative industries on marketing strategy, business development, brand positioning, and advertising. She has worked in New York City, Vail and Denver Colorado, and Atlanta with an array of companies ranging from Estee Lauder and Clear Channel to Alternative Apparel and Get Married. She is a passionate professional with a commitment to excellence; and as a 6th generation Atlantan, she has found herself at home in her role as the Market Manager of Perfect Wedding Guide.

Lisa Linehan/Chick Singer Night FacebookLinkedinTwitter

Chick Singer Night has been expanding at a rapid pace in this millenia. Chick Singer Night is the world’s most notable original and longest-running songfest for female artists.

Gathering support from NAMM in 2004, and the producer project with Guitar Center bringing winning performers into world class recording studios, CSN has developed into a global presence.

The format is a simple one. All singers are welcome; all styles of music, all levels of experience, all walks of life. Each singer shows up the afternoon of the show, charts in hand, and runs her songs with the CSN Band. Later that evening they hit the stage with a hot band in a cool venue and give the performance of a lifetime!

CSN founder Lori Maier hosted the first Chick Singer Night in Chicago over 20 years ago, and it is now stonger than ever. Since then, CSN has spread its wings across the country and is now a national monthly or quarterly event in multiple cities across the U.S. and as far away as Stockholm, Sweden. The success of this program has inspired CSN alumna to support singers and songwriters with similar spinoff showcases through the years. It’s all an amazing testament to that first CSN show in November of 1988.

Chick Singer Night will hold its 25th Anniversary Party at the Hard Rock Cafe on October 19.

 

Deidra Champagne and Wendy Hogg with Flowering Events, Mark and Tracy England with This Is You and Travis Gilbert with Fonix Entertainment

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Deidra Champagne and Wendy Hogg/Flowering Events Facebook

Serving the Atlanta area since 2000, Flowering Events provides quality services to the corporate client, hospitality industry, event planning business and bridal customer.

Owner, Deidra Champagne was trained in Japan in the ancient traditions of Ikebana floral design. Her work reflects unique craftsmanship blending Occidental and European traditions revealing a passionate expression through flowers.

Upon returning to the United States, Deidra sharpened her skills and industry knowledge with some of the finest florists in Atlanta. She brought this broad and diverse experience together to create Flowering Events, where she is dedicated to unmatched personal service, quality floral product and unique design elements for all her clients. Deidra has an ongoing relationship with Atlanta’s upscale event venues and her work can be seen in the best of the city’s hospitality and corporate properties. Deidra believes “a floral artist is never a master but always a student” and thus welcomes each new floral challenge.

The talented staff of Flowering Events offers truly authentic boutique service. Providing custoomized designs to fit your personal style. When you contact us, you can expect a detailed and experienced assessment of your floral needs. Available for consultations, site visits, and daily deliveries throughout the Atlanta area.

Mark and Tracy England/This Is You Facebook

This Is You weddings can be seen on Style Me Pretty, Oh Brides, Perfect Wedding Guide, & Atlanta Brides. Mark is also lead editor for Raw Focus, a post processing company for professional photographers. Tracy also directs Southern Square Bridal Shows, the one stop shop for the Southern bride.

Travis Gilbert/Fonix Entertainment FacebookLinkedIn

Fonix Entertainment is a leading service provider of DJ’s and Entertainment Services in Atlanta, GA and the Southeast. Bride’s Choice Award 2011, 2012, & 2013 as best Wedding DJ’s on Weddingwire.com & a Better Business Bureau (BBB) Accredited Business! Our team of entertainment specialists will customize your event to be a unique reflection of your taste and style. Our focus is to truly listen to… your entertainment needs while providing educated advice to bring your Party Vision to Fruition with Flawless Execution! Services include DJ’s for all types of occasions such as Weddings, Nightclub Events, Corporate Parties, Birthdays, Mitzvahs, Pool Parties, Sweet 16’s, Prom’s, College Events, and School Functions. Fonix Entertainment also provides Movie Night Services, Karaoke Services, Inflatable’s, and much more!

 

Meeting Pros: QUALENA ODOM-ROYES, CSEP, CMP with EventEssentials, LLC., Russell Lopinto, CMP with Tech Rentals, LLC

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QUALENA ODOM-ROYES, CSEP, CMP with EventEssentials, LLC. 

EventEssentials’ Principal Event Planner and owner is Qualena Odom-Royes, CSEP, CMP. Ms. Odom-Royes has over 18 years of experience in event and meeting planning. Accredited from The University of Georgia in Conference Planning and Meeting Management, she also holds the Certified Special Events Professional (CSEP) and Certified Meeting Professional (CMP) designations. Prior to opening her own event planning business, her background was in event management and marketing at MCI Telecommunications/WorldCom, handling corporate sponsorships and business to business advertising, and MTV Networks (MTV, Nickelodeon, Nick at Nite, TV Land, VH1).

Recognizing her talent for detailed organization and the need for a company that could plan meetings and events from start to finish with an emphasis on return on investment for the meeting organizer, Ms. Odom-Royes opened EventEssentials ten years ago. Since that time, the award-winning company has provided planning and facilitation services to organizations in a variety of different industries. The meetings and events have ranged from high-end executive gatherings for 12 people to large-scale business conferences for over 7,000. EventEssentials’ past and current clients include Cox Communications, The Coca-Cola Company Georgia Supplier Minority Development Council (GMSDC), Piedmont Hospital, Manheim, Scholastic and Taste of Atlanta. EventEssentials is a certified minority business enterprise and was named the 2011 Class 1 Supplier of the Year for GMSDC and earned the 2012 GMSDC Eagle Award recognizing their extensive partnerships with other minority business enterprises. A fervent advocate also of teaching, Ms. Odom-Royes developed the coursework and has taught the continuing education course (Event & Meeting Planning Certificate) at Clayton State University for the past ten years. In addition, Ms. Odom-Royes joined the online adjunct faculty at Argosy University in February 2012 where she teaches Business Administration courses.

In 2012 Ms. Odom-Royes was awarded the prestigious Dale Riggins Humanitarian Award for her outstanding professionalism in their service to the special events industry and the community at large during the Allie Awards Nite Gala hosted by the Atlanta chapters of ISES (International Special Events Society) and NACE (National Association of Catering Executives).

Ms. Odom-Royes’ past positions on the International Certification Committee as well as the Executive Board of Directors of ISES Atlanta, Lambda Epsilon Omega Foundation, Girl Scouts of Greater Atlanta and current appointments at Plan Your Meetings Magazine and Allie Awards have required analytical and technical skills; people management and liaison; meticulous record keeping and accountability. Her capabilities and dedication have earned her tremendous respect; and her general friendly demeanor has expanded her network of business contacts exponentially.

FOLLOW HER ON TWITTER – @EVENTESSENTIALS

FACEBOOK – EVENTESSENTIALS

BLOG – THEQSPOTBLOG.COM

LINKED IN – QUALENA ODOM-ROYES, CSEP, CMP

Russell Lopinto, CMP with Tech Rentals, LLC

Russell LoPinto CMP is the Vice President of New Business Development for Tech Rentals Inc. Aftergraduating from The University of South Carolina with a BA in broadcast journalism in 1984 Russell came to Atlanta and worked at CNN, WSB and a number of local production companies running camera, lights and sound. In 1989 Russell went to work for Total Audio Visual Services as a sales associate. At the time, TAVS was one of the largest A/V companies in the country. In 1993 Russell took the position of DOS & M for Tech Rentals Inc, which at the time was a relatively small A/V company. Since that time, Tech Rentals has grown to become one of the top 10 audio visual staging companies in the United States, as recognized by Rental and Staging magazine. Russell has served on the Georgia Meeting Professionals International, International Special Events Society and Professional Conference Managers Association boards, as well as the Hospitality Helping Hands board Executives.

Meeting Pros: Christophe Le Metayer with Christophe’s To Go, Kimberly Pierson with Jalee Catering on behalf of The Southern Classic Food and Beverage show, Olga Watness with Pure Red Events

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Christophe Le Metayer with Christophe’s To Go

“Cooking requires a light head, a generous spirit, and a big heart,” according to Chef Christophe Le Metayer, who brings all three to his innovative new venue, Christophe’s To Go (www.christophestogo.com). Born in France and classically trained in the culinary arts, Chef Christophe has been following his passion for food and cooking for nearly three decades. Throughout his career he has developed a unique, globally inspired culinary style with the belief that “Great food is not ephemeral. It becomes part of you, influencing your emotions, thoughts, and sense of wellbeing.” As he cooks daily, he is inspired and driven by the opportunity, “to change an everyday moment into an unforgettable, sensual memory.”

Beginning at his critically acclaimed Saint Martin restaurant in Paris and continuing internationally, Christophe has dedicated his life to pursuing the ideal harmonious blend of science and artistry in the kitchen that demands precision but also creative inspiration and artistic flair. At the Ritz-Carlton Buckhead and Field Good in Alpharetta, he further honed his unique style of healthful, gourmet food that he now brings to Atlanta-area homes with Christophe’s To Go.

In a world of overly elaborate, sometimes excessive cuisine, Christophe’s understated approach is pure, “Keep food simple and beautiful and it will stir all of the senses, reawakening a primal bond with the natural world.”

Kimberly Pierson with Jalee Catering on behalf of The Southern Classic Food and Beverage show

On Saturday, August 31, 2013, Labor Day Weekend, 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM at the Rialto Center for the Arts, don’t miss the opportunity to sample foods and beverages from restaurants, chefs, caterers, bakeries and beverage companies in Atlanta and a few other areas. This event will showcase the culinary skills of these business owners by allowing attendees to sample items and vote for the fan favorites. Once inside all samples are complimentary. Healthy Choices, Vegan and Gluten-Free options will be available, along with an updated version of the southern favorites. Tickets are $25, and this event promises to be the best value in Atlanta for Labor Day Weekend.

Olga Watness

 Olga Watness with Pure Red Events

 

I’m Olga Watness the Passionate Party Consultant!
I’m a food and fashion goods buyer by education and Professional Events Planner for life who can Meet & Greet people in 5 languages, admires other cultures and creates custom events carefully follows the traditions of your culture. I’m a high energy fun loving Russian Girl with a bubbly personality, who came to Atlanta 8 years ago and absolutely love it! My company is based in Alpharetta, GA and

I traveled around the world a lot. Our clients often come from all different cultures and I can proudly say – I’m becoming a global, but always boutique, company. What is my many goals? I’m helping your dream to become a beautiful reality Private Parties and Business Affairs, Weddings and Public Events –

At Pure Red Events it’s Unique. Unforgettable. Yours.

I’m always happy to hear from you, call today 770.609.9912

Olga Watness of Pure Red Events

 http://www.linkedin.com/in/olgapurered

https://www.facebook.com/PureRedEvents?ref=ts&fref=ts

Meeting Pros: Rodney Mims Cook, Jr. & Sarah O’Brien with The National Monuments Foundation, Leah Stephens Economos with EEP Events, LLC

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Rodney Mims Cook, Jr. & Sarah O’Brien with The National Monuments Foundation 

Rodney Mims Cook: President of the National Monuments Foundation, graduated from Washington and Lee University, initiated the process to save the Fox Theatre, founding Trustee of the Prince of Wales Foundation for architecture. Constructed multiple monuments, buildings etc…

LinkedIn at Rodney Mims Cook

http://rodneymimscook.com/curr.html

Leah Stephens Economos with EEP Events, LLC 

Leah Stephens Economos has been a part of Atlanta’s special events community since 2006. A series of sales roles with Atlanta’s most prestigious special events organizations have provided Leah with a 360-degree preparation for her current role as Event Planner at EEP Events. Leah proudly served on the original staff at the Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre, where she worked in catering and venue sales. Leah then accepted a role in catering sales with A Divine Event, and went on to work as a catering and design sales manager at Tony Conway’s A Legendary Event. Leah’s event experience spans a broad scope, from award-winning weddings to political rallies to corporate awards galas. Her clients consistently compliment her remarkable work ethic, creative problem solving abilities and top notch vendor network. In 2011, Leah was awarded the Tim Lundy, CSEP Rising Star Award, presented by the National Association of Catering Executives (NACE) and the International Special Events Society (ISES).

Leah can be reached via e-mail (Leah@EEPEvents.com) or phone (678-874-7107). Find reviews from her clients at: http://www.weddingwire.com/reviews/eep-events-entertainment-lighting-planning-and-multimediaproduction-dunwoody/15e75dab064656e9.html.

Meeting Pros: David Samdperil with Track Seven Events, LLC., Jessica Williams Dorris with Jessica Williams Studio, Lou Guzzo with Spectrum Entertainment

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David Samdperil with  Track Seven Events, LLC.

David Samdperil is founder and co-owner of Track Seven Events. Beginning in 1999, David built a business that started as a DJ service and quickly grew it to a total event design and production company. Today that includes large-scale props, sets, lighting, theme decor, special efx, audio, video and more. Since the first NYC-themed design that consisted of a ten foot Statue of Liberty, David has continued to push boundaries to make his clients’ dream visions become reality designs. He is there with you every step of the way to ensure your vision has been heard, interpreted and executed. David loves that in this industry and with his clients there is unlimited creative potential. He believes that often times, that which seems the most “outlandish” can end up being the most amazing.

Jessica Williams Dorris with Jessica Williams Studio

Jessica Williams Studio prides itself in capturing memories and special moments through timeless lifestyle photography that tells the story of your day without words. Lifestyle photography is all about capturing the real emotions we display throughout everyday living, as well as the big moments in our lives, and using those images to tell the stories of who we are and how we feel throughout those moments. This is best done by getting to know and love our clients. I feel that the more I know about a person the better I can speak for them through the lens and I believe I have the ability to adapt my shooting style to tell your story, your way.

Twitter: @jwilliamsstudio

Instagram: jwilliamsstudio

Facebook: Jessica Williams Studio https://www.facebook.com/pages/Jessica-Williams-Studio/121678211201228

Lou Guzzo with Spectrum Entertainment 

Louis is the DJ Manager at Spectrum Entertainment. He has over 24 years of wedding experience. Averaging over 150 events each year, Louis has fine- tuned his skills and will be a definite impact on your next event. He is an exceptional Emcee with natural instincts to get everyone comfortably involved in the Fun! Originally from New York, Louis competed among the best in a very saturated DJ market. He has a broadcasting degree from The Center for the Media Arts in NYC, and can provide any level of interaction from an outgoing personality to a more reserved service. He has performed for all types of events including Wedding Receptions, Corporate Events, Bar & Bat Mitzvahs, Sweet 16’s, and other Private Parties. He carries a huge library spanning from the 1920’s to current play with all ethnic backgrounds covered.

 

Meeting Pros: Cindy Harter Sims with Cindy Harter Photograhy, Yona Benstock with Flowers by Yona, Rebecca Gerber with Rebecca Diane

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Cindy Harter Sims with Cindy Harter Photograhy

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Cindy Harter Photography 25 West Main St Cartersville, Ga 30120 770.547.1018

 www.facebook.com/CindyHarterPhotography

Yona Benstock with Flowers by Yona 

Yona Benstock, owner and designer of Flowers by Yona, received formal floral design training and experience in Israel and Holland—quickly latching on to the European concept of “celebrating the subtleties of flowers.” This means designing with a purpose, tailoring designs to show the natural form of the flowers and the best part of the flowers being used, paying close attention to the details and proportionality and, most importantly, designing with the bride and groom in mind.

Each client, venue and wedding has a distinct personality and feel. Your wedding flowers should complement all of that, and at Flowers by Yona we will ensure all of that is taken into account as we turn your dream vision into a beautiful reality.

Rebecca Gerber with Rebecca Diane 

Treat yourself to the Rebecca Diane experience! Rebecca Gerber is the owner and Creative Director at Rebecca Diane, an invitation and stationary boutique that specializes in the design of couture, as well as 100% custom invitations, announcements and decorative paper accessories that are truly unique, unforgettable, and very you. Rebecca Diane believes that invitations should be PART of your guests’ experience, not just and invitation to the experience. A fabulous invitation sets the right tone for your special event, and coordinating paper accessories carry the design throughout the entire event.

Rebecca Diane creates custom designs for all types of social and corporate events, including weddings, mitzvahs, birthdays, anniversaries, graduations, baby announcements, bridal showers, baby showers, dinner parties, social gatherings, fundraisers, galas, and more. Talented designers and artists create exclusive, one-of-a-kind pieces including but not limited to invitations, menu cards, programs, escort cards, place cards, dessert table and food signage, custom monograms, monogramed runners, custom designed napkins, favor boxes and tags, and paper flower, and intricate die cut shapes.

Rebecca Diane’s hallmark is their boundless creativity and unique usage of materials and techniques to create an end product that is very you and totally unique. As a true innovative custom design studio, no material or printing technique is off-limits, and designers will personally shop all over the world for each and every job.

When you hire Rebecca Diane, you will experience true concierge service! A designer will collaborate with you and/or any of your other vendors to make sure that every Rebecca Diane piece is tightly coordinated with everything else at your event, and no detail is left unturned. Your guests will notice the difference, and appreciate it!

 

Meeting Pros: John Brown with Monte Carlo Production, Geri Sims with Geri Sims Weddings & Events, Kirkley Hennessy with Hennessy Transportation Inc.

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John Brown with Monte Carlo Production

Monte Carlo Productions has been around since 1977. With 30 years in the business we lead the competition with innovative ideas that continue to entertain company’s and family’s across America. Our inventory of games and theatrical props combined with our in-house graphics, and lighting departments makes us one of the largest theme party companies in the U.S. Servicing Fortune 500 Companies, Meeting Planners, Associations, Charities/Fundraisers, Church Groups, High Schools, and Neighborhoods we quite simply have something for everyone.

With over 50,000 square feet of inventory including a variety of games, unique theme props, lighting, and special effects, we can create any atmosphere you can dream or imagine. Our experienced staff of event planners and production personnel will work with you to offer unique ideas that are guaranteed to make your party a success.

Monte Carlo Productions has been featured in Cobb Life Magazine.

www.facebook.com/montecarloprodATL

Twitter.com/MCP_ATL

montecarloprod.wordpress.com

Geri Sims with Geri Sims Weddings & Events

After graduating from The Ringling School of Art & Design in Sarasota, Florida, I began my career by designing for the private clubs of Miami and South Beach. Now, after more than 20 years in the Wedding & Event Planning industry, I reside in Atlanta, Georgia, where I have turned my passion into a successful business. My primary medium is Sheer Fabric. With this fabric, I can create ceiling and wall treatments, backdrops, entrance ways and much more, depending on your needs. Through your personal consultation and my talent for threedimensional design, I am able to convert an ordinary space into a stunningly beautiful atmosphere.

Kirkley Hennessy with Hennessy Transportation Inc. 

Kirkley Hennessy’s entrance into the chauffeured ground transportation industry evolved out of his first business venture, Avalanche Entertainment, founded in 2001. Avalanche offered DJ services to brides, grooms, event planners and venues throughout Atlanta and the Southeast, establishing a large footprint in the wedding industry. With the increasing success of their DJ and videography packages, Avalanche expanded their offering to include a DJ, video and limousine package for weddings. Shortly after this addition, the limousine aspect spun off into its own company in 2011, and Hennessy Transportation was born.

Hennessy has grown into a full-service company for airport transportation, corporate planning and leisure travel, dedicating themselves to logistics and manifest management for groups throughout the world! Hennessy services over 1,200 airports in 500 cities across the globe, making them a brand trusted by Fortune 500 companies to manage their group transportation needs. With an in-house team of professionals dedicated to great customer service, backed with the state-of-the-art technology, you can count on Hennessy Transportation to manage, execute and oversee any project with your group’s manifest. And with reservation processes built with the client in mind, you go wherever you need to, 24 hours a day!

Today, Kirkley is directly involved in the day-to-day operations of the company: “We are a company that truly recognizes grass-roots marketing and customer service. Our clients continually support our model with feedback, and they deeply appreciate and admire our attention to detail. We work hard to keep our vehicles safe, clean and enjoyable. Whether it’s the smoke free environment, chilled water or Wi-Fi onboard, you’ll quickly realize we offer much more than transportation.”

Kirkley holds a seat on the Board of Directors for the Greater Atlanta Limousine Association (GALA). This association, comprised of approximately 20-30 limousine companies in the Atlanta area, aims to be the best reflection of the chauffeured transportation industry, as they service over 80% of Atlanta’s limousine and black car fleet.

Hennessy Transportation has been a finalist for “Best Operator of The Year” from Limousine Digest for the past 2 years and is once again nominated in 2013. Hennessy Transportation has also been voted “Best Transportation: Atlanta” from the Wedding Industry Experts organization.

Finally, Hennessy is a company dedicated to giving back to the community. They continually support non-profit organizations of all sizes, including this past weekends event for Tripp Halstead with the Sunshine on a Ranney Day charity!