Atlanta Convention & Visitors Bureau
Andrew Wilson's work experience includes:
- Investor at Upward Farms since February 2021. Andrew invests in a farming revolution that brings nutritious micro greens production into cities at scale, utilizing technology and biodynamic methods.
- Investor at BasicOps since July 2018. Andrew invests in a company that has transformed workflow productivity and enhanced project management, surpassing platforms like Slack and Trello.
- Investor at Comake since June 2017.
- Executive Vice President & Chief Marketing Officer at Atlanta Convention & Visitors Bureau since July 2008. Andrew is responsible for the overall strategy and all destination marketing, managing a multi-billion-dollar hospitality industry.
- Member of the Board of Directors at 7 Stages Theatre since November 2010.
- Member of the Board of Directors at Museum of Design Atlanta (MODA) from October 2010 to December 2015.
- Founder of Africa Rising, an online art gallery specializing in African artifacts and Shona sculptures from 2003 to 2010. It served as an opportunity to gain experience in eCommerce and web marketing.
- COO of Brand Atlanta, Inc. from October 2005 to June 2008. Andrew was responsible for operational aspects of a public/private partnership aimed at promoting Atlanta for tourism.
- Strategy Consultant at Ciba Vision, Novartis in August 2005. Andrew led a team to conduct a detailed review of a high-risk global capital project and developed an alternative strategy to grow the existing franchise.
- Chief Strategy and Marketing Officer at ICM Corporation from December 2003 to December 2004. Andrew was responsible for developing the go-to-market strategy and corporate branding.
Andrew Wilson attended the University of Cape Town from 1981 to 1984, where they earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemical Engineering.
Atlanta Convention & Visitors Bureau
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Atlanta. On A Different Level. This vibrant metropolis, steeped in artistry and roots with culturally diverse food, entertainment for every curiosity, game-changing developments and Southern charm, is sure to elevate your meetings, conventions and events beyond expectations. Atlanta is a diverse city that continues to create one-of-a-kind experiences for attendees and redefines meeting options for planners with its ever-evolving infrastructure. One of the premier meeting destinations in the world, our convention center package sets us apart. Georgia World Congress Center is a LEED Gold-certified convention center that continues to evolve the city’s hospitality industry with each transformation to the downtown convention campus. With its expansion to nearly 1.5 million square feet of contiguous meeting space, it is now the largest combined convention, sports and entertainment campus in North America. Throughout the city lies a collection of charismatic, in-town neighborhoods: Downtown, Midtown and Buckhead. These walkable, vibrant meeting districts are fit for any style, each celebrated for a unique culture of revived hot spots, historic landmarks, retail districts, fresh markets and authentic restaurants that satisfy every craving. The city’s hotels range from boutique to full-service and everything in between. It’s an urban playground full of culture, state-of-the-art professional sports venues and world-renowned attractions, all just a short distance from meeting and event venues. The Atlanta Convention & Visitors Bureau team is the heart, soul and energy of our destination. With signature Southern hospitality, our primary focus is ensuring we provide comprehensive services, cutting-edge technologies and strategic partnerships that help you execute unforgettable experiences for your meeting, convention or event attendees. We have it all, so expect to find the unexpected on your visit to the ATL. Planning your next event begins at DiscoverAtlanta.com.