UNITE
INDUSTRY LEADERS
IGNITE
TOMORROW’S WORKFORCE
INSPIRE
THROUGH STORY
NOVEMBER 14 & 15, 2024
BYERS THEATRE • SANDY SPRINGS, GA
Join us for a very special day as the Hospitality & Entertainment Industries come together to honor organizations focused on impacting workforce readiness for the next generation. Kicking off on Thursday evening with our Keynote Speaker and an evening performance filled with fun and celebration. Starting Friday morning we will have sessions featuring industry leaders and trendsetting visionaries, with entertainment mixed within. Help us support these incredible organizations through a 2-day event of networking and creativity.
Your Host
Our second annual event will be hosted by Paul Brown who will guide you through a transformative experience. Prepare to be inspired by our incredible lineup of speakers including Carla Harris, Renowned Speaker, Author and Singer. Lt. Col. Dan Rooney – Folds of Honor Founder, and many more. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to be part of something extraordinary!
Paul Brown
Inspire Brands
Featured Speakers
Mick Ebeling
Not Impossible Labs
Carla Harris
Morgan Stanley
Dan Rooney
Folds of Honor
Briana Scurry
Former Athlete
Special Performances by:
Niko Moon
Kaitlyn Coker
MORE TO COME
Event Details
Byers Theatre at Sandy Springs Performing Arts Center
1 Galambos Way, Sandy Springs, GA 30328
(Map it here)
Thursday, November 14
5:30PM: Event Registration Open
6:00PM: Reception
7:00PM: Keynote
8:00PM: Concert
Friday, November 15
8:00AM: Registration
9:00AM: Speakers
11:30AM: Lunch
12:30PM: Keynote
2:30PM: Closing
Parking Information: Parking will be limited around the Center. Please use rideshare when possible. Parking will be available in the adjacent parking deck and nearby lots. More information on parking will follow.
For more information on the event, please email heidi@sparkevent.org.
ATTIRE
This year’s SPARK 2024 is a highly anticipated Sneaker Chic Soiree! We would like each of our guests to dress in their most stylish and comfortable attire. Let’s merge style, flair, and comfort to set a unique dress code of “Sneaker Chic”. Celebrate your inner Sneaker Head!
Gentlemen:
Your finest pair of sneakers should be the centerpiece of your ensemble. Choose those sneakers that reflect your personal style. Pair your sneakers with your comfort and style with a professional twist. Don’t forget to accessorize to make that overall outfit a statement!
Ladies:
Embrace your individuality with a stunning pair of sneakers. Whether they’re vibrant, metallic, or adorned with unique embellishments, let them be a reflection of your personal style. Your options are limitless, match those sneakers with a trendy midi-skirt or stylish jeans or slacks! Find the mix of comfort and style. It’s November, so don’t forget to bring a few layers. Finally, match those accessories to SPARK discussion with those statement earrings, stylish handbag or anything that adds the extra touch of Glam!
General Tips:
- Aim for a harmonious balance between your chosen sneakers and the rest of your outfit.
- Comfort is key! We want to see your best sneakers, but comfort should never be compromised. Choose those sneakers that will allow you to Spark change with us and dance the night away!
- This is a no-judgement zone, find your unique style and have some FUN with us!
We can’t wait to see the incredible interpretations of “Sneaker Chic” at our event. Get ready to strut your stuff in style and comfort!
Hotel Accommodations
Hilton Suites Atlanta Perimeter
6120 Peachtree Dunwoody Rd.
Atlanta, GA 30328
LeMeridien Perimeter Center
111 Perimeter Center West
Atlanta, GA 30346
Sheraton Atlanta Perimeter North
800 Hammond Dr.
Atlanta, GA 30328
The Westin Atlanta Perimeter North
7 Concourse Pkwy.
Atlanta, GA 30346
