Here in Atlanta there is a great monthly event called Get Connected. It is an entertainment industry mixer that has taken the city by storm. In January it start with about 200 attendees, in July the attendance swelled to an awesome 1250-1500 attendees. This event is for anyone in the industry. It is where everyone connects writers, investors, producers, actors, editors, directors, musician all meet and connect for the evening. The event takes place every fourth Thursday of the month.
Each month is a different theme. Last month focused on media and marketing and this months focus will be on investing. Get Connected is a non-profit that also gives back to the community from the proceeds raised at the events. This event has brought out many celebrities. Each month there are screenings of short films that were produce in the city. There are also host who do interviews for Get Connected TV.
I have the opportunity to attend this event as an attendee and as volunteer. The last three months I have been able to serve as one of the volunteer coordinators. I am able to see first hand what goes into to making events like these happen. The facility has to be secured, vendors must be organized, food must be secured, volunteers need to be organized, screening have to be selected, and the list goes on. There are production meetings and venue walk through the week of the event. I now understand the importance of having a great team in place. This event would not be possible if not for great teams and proper planning.
This is a great event for anyone in GA who is in the entertainment industry. Where else can you go and meet so many industry professionals. In July there were representative from SAG Atlanta, AFTRA, and The Grammys. This event offers great exposure for up and coming artist. In June a lady attended and within a weeks she was hired by Turner Broadcasting, which later caused Get Connected to be honored by the Mayor of Atlanta.
So I say if you are in Atlanta come out and GET CONNECTED!
Misha
Hi Misha...That sounds a lot of F-U-N!!! You are very lucky to have been and still is a part of this event. It's true events like that will somehow open doors for you that's why take advantage of it :).
ReplyDeleteGood luck!
Chari