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Membership Directory & Buyers’ Guide 20 19 Connecting leaders, advancing associations advancing leaders, Connecting 927384_Georgia.indd 1 8/16/18 4:08 PM "VHVTUBT1SFNJFS)PUFMBOE&WFOU%FTUJOBUJPO Nestled on the banks of the Savannah River in the heart of downtown, the Augusta Marriott at the Convention Center offers 100,000 square feet of flexible meeting and exhibit space and 372 guest rooms & suites. Featuring award winning fine dining in Augustino's Italian Eatery and Prime Steaks, we have all the ingredients for your next event under one roof. 5XP5FOUI4USFFU"VHVTUB(" XXXNBSSJPUUDPNBHTND 831901_Augusta.indd 1 9/5/16 7:28 PM THE BEST OF THE COAST MEETS THE BEST OF EVENTS. Whether a small gathering or a huge event, let Beau Rivage provide all your business needs with unparalleled service. From our spacious banquet halls and convention areas to world-class dining and entertainment, we’ll make sure your next event surpasses your expectations. 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Call 1.800.522.4700. 930976_Beau.indd 1 10/19/18 2:55 PM connecting leaders, advancing associations 2019 Membership Directory Published for: Georgia Society of Association & Buyers’ Guide Executives 233 Peachtree Street NE Suite 751 Atlanta, GA 30303 (404) 577-7850 phone Table of Contents (404) 577-7870 fax www.gsae.org Learn and Grow with GSAE .....................................................................................................................7 Published by: GSAE Information Naylor Association Solutions GSAE Mission Statement & Core Values ........................................................................................... 9 5950 NW First Place Gainesville, FL 32607 GSAE Contact Information & Staff ..................................................................................................... 9 (800) 369-6220 or (352) 332-1252 phone GSAE Award Winners ..............................................................................................................................11 (352) 332-3331 fax www.naylor.com GSAE Code of Ethics ................................................................................................................................15 GSAE Upcoming Events .........................................................................................................................16 Publisher: John Bacon GSAE Board of Directors ........................................................................................................................17 GSAE Foundation Board of Trustees .................................................................................................18 Editor: Sarah Sain GSAE Foundation Donors ......................................................................................................................19 Project Manager: GSAE Foundation 2018 Annual Report ............................................................................................20 Brittany Thompson GSAE Members Advertising Sales Director: Debbi McClanahan GSAE Anniversary Members ................................................................................................................21 Advertising Sales Representatives: Connect with GSAE Members Everywhere ....................................................................................25 Tracy Goltsman, Erik Henson, Susan Maracle, Scott Mckenzie, GSAE Members by Last Name .............................................................................................................27 Christian Naja, Beth Palmer, Scott Pauquette, Tiffany Rapp, Brittany Thompson Association Information Project Coordinator: Associations by Category .....................................................................................................................49 Hope Swindler Buyers’ Guide Marketing Account Specialist: Elyce Groseth Buyers’ Guide Category Index .............................................................................................................53 Layout & Design: Buyers’ Guide..............................................................................................................................................55 Karen McDonald/1815 Graphic Design Wanderlust Advertising Guide ............................................................................................................66 Cover Image: ©ISTOCK.COM/LVCANDY Destination Marketplace .......................................................................................................................67 ©2018 NAYLOR. All rights reserved. The contents of this publication may not be Products & Services .................................................................................................................................71 reproduced, in whole or in part, without the prior written consent of the publisher. Index of Advertisers .................................................................................................................................72 PUBLISHED NOVEMBER 2018/GSA-D0018/9736 *Contains members as of October 9, 2018 All information furnished regarding listings is from a source deemed reliable. No presentation is made as to the accuracy thereof, and it is presented subject to errors, omissions and changes. Ads and Buyers’ Guide listings published in this 2019 Membership Directory & Buyers’ Guide are not endorsed by, nor representative of the views of, GSAE. connecting leaders, advancing associations | 5 Thank You to Our 2018 Hosts & Sponsors • Athens Convention & Visitors Bureau • Naylor Association Solutions • Augusta Convention & Visitors Bureau • novi AMS • Barnsley Resort • Omni Atlanta Hotel at CNN Center • Carr, Riggs & Ingram, LLC • Omni Hotel at The Battery Atlanta • Columbia County Convention & Visitors Bureau • PIAG Insurance • Coral Hospitality • PRG • Dunwoody Convention + Visitors Bureau • Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort • Explore Charleston • Shepard Exposition Services • Graduate Athens • Sonesta Gwinnett Place - Atlanta • Hotel Indigo - Athens • StandardPress • Hyatt Place Athens • The Classic Center • Jekyll Island Authority • The Hotel at Avalon • Lanier Islands Legacy Lodge • The Westin Poinsett Hotel • MapDynamics • The Westin Savannah Harbor Golf Resort & Spa • Marietta Wealth Management • Visit Greenville SC • Marriott Century Center • Visit Savannah • MemberClicks • Visit South Walton 936879_Editorial.indd 1 11/20/18 12:25 AM Learn and Grow with GSAE A SIG FOR EVERYONE GSAE COMMITTEES 40 event-based CAE hours in Georgia 10 committees 8 Shared Interest Groups 159 committee members > Silent Auction committee solicited more than 160 Shared Interest Group members 140 donations, raising more than $22,200 to support GSAE programming and 14 Shared Interest Group meetings implemented two new fundraisers: the > Small Staff SIG Summit: 31 attendees Annual Meeting Gift Card Pull and > CAEs After Dark: 6 sessions Holiday Luncheon Wine Toss > Meetings SIG: 2 networking events > Members of the Peer Connections committee and 2 roundtables called 140 new members to welcome them to GSAE within their first month of membership > Supplier Council members created the Meetings & Purchasing Survey to help all members make better connections > Tech Ninjas launched the first GSAE Tech Showcase & Luncheon on November 14 24 live CAE webinar hours 2018-2019 Leadership More than 90 recorded CAE webinar catalog hours Academy is approved for 56 CAE hours 98 CAEs in GSAE (including retired and honorary members) LEADERSHIP ACADEMY 70 Leadership Academy graduates since 2009 > 42 volunteered with GSAE, Including 14 Board members CERTIFIED ASSOCIATION and 5 Foundation Trustees EXECUTIVES > 26 earned their CAE connecting leaders, advancing associations | 7 884063_Active.indd 1 01/09/17 4:33 AM Where business meets with pleasure. SPECS 400,000 total square feet 150,000 sq. ft. exhibit hall 40,000 sq. ft. ballroom 32 meeting rooms 3 executive board rooms 90,000 sq. ft. of pre-function space 17 covered loading docks 2,000 surface parking spaces 8,500 hotel rooms in vicinity Hotels directly on campus 2-minute ride from the airport You’re best at your business when you enjoy where you are. See for yourself why business people from around the world choose the GICC for meetings and trade events. Enjoy your meeting. www.gicc.com 8 | GSAE 2019 Membership Directory & Buyers’ Guide 807481_Georgia.indd 1 4/15/16 1:12 AM GSAE INFORMATION 938103_Visit.indd 1 10/21/18 9:10 AM GSAE INFORMATION Experience the Gulf Coast the way it was meant to be experienced...pristine, natural and relaxed. Our ecotourism programming and world class sustainability initiatives provide guests with impeccable service and amenities that will make a big impact but leave a small footprint. 40,000 SQ. 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