Thank you for connecting with us at IMEX 2026. Atlanta is built for groups, and downtown Atlanta is entering an exciting new chapter. At the heart of it all is a walkable convention campus anchored by Georgia World Congress Center, Mercedes-Benz Stadium and Signia by Hilton Atlanta, putting world-class venues, hotels and experiences within easy reach.
Just steps away, Centennial Yards is bringing new energy to Downtown, with the first phases of this 50-plus-acre entertainment district now open and more restaurants, hotels and attractions on the way. The former CNN Center has reopened as a dining, retail and gathering destination, while historic South Downtown is seeing new life as its storied buildings, local businesses and Founders Green, a new central gathering space, are revitalized.
Add the world’s busiest and most efficient airport, more than 13,000 hotel rooms within walking distance of the convention center, and 64 restaurants recognized by the MICHELIN Guide, and you have a destination ready to deliver on every level. When the world came to Atlanta for the FIFA World Cup 26™, our city showed what happens when a global stage meets a hospitality community that works as one. Here, collaboration comes naturally, and planners have a true partner every step of the way. In Atlanta, you’re not just booking a destination. You’re gaining a team.
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Our IMEX Partners
Behind every great Atlanta event is a network of local experts who know how to bring it to life. Get to know the partners who joined us.

Melissa Legaux
Senior Director of Tradeshow Sales

Katie Kling McGill
Director of Sales

Maximo Meggitt
Director of Sales

John Walker
Director, Group Sales

April Russell
Director of Sales
Kim Allison
Sr. Director of Convention Services Sales
Cimani Robbins
National Sales Manager

Prestin Lawrence
Sales Manager

Alex Tomooka
Director of Sales

Allison Borden
Director of Sales & Marketing

Paula Herz
Senior Director of Sales

Adam Kerth
Director of City Wide Sales

Karyn Kotler
Senior Director of Events
Our Team

Charlene Lopez
Executive Vice President & Chief Sales Officer

Jason Lusk
Vice President, Sales

Monica Green
Citywide Sales Executive

Lani Garner
Citywide Sales Executive

Carly Reynolds
Citywide Sales Executive

Heather Turner
Citywide Sales Executive

Kristin Delahunt
Vice President, Destination Services