Lani Garner

Citywide Sales Executive at Atlanta Convention & Visitors Bureau

Lani Garner, CEM, currently serves as a Citywide Sales Executive at the Atlanta Convention & Visitors Bureau since March 2023. Previously, Lani Garner held several positions at SECO International from 2006 to February 2023, most notably as Senior Director of Industry Relations, where strategic development and execution of corporate sponsorship programs and events were successfully managed, significantly enhancing productivity and profitability. Other roles at SECO included Director of Meetings & Events and Manager of Exhibitor Services & Industry Relations, focusing on sales, logistical execution, and relationship management for international medical conferences. Lani Garner's early career involved managing fundraising events for City of Hope and overseeing membership and event coordination at the Greater Atlanta Home Builders Association. Lani Garner earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from Florida State University.

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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.