The Authoricast

Georgia World Congress Center Authority
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Welcome to The Authoricast, a podcast from Georgia World Congress Center Authority. Join host Austin Simmons as he talks with some of the industry’s top thought leaders about what makes GWCCA a championship campus, how our growth has shaped downtown Atlanta, and what goes into creating compelling guest experiences at the No. 1 convention, sports, and entertainment destination in the world.

  1. 2D AGO

    Prepared. Responsive. Ready: Emergency Preparedness at GWCCA

    In this episode of The Authoricast, Austin sits down with Marc Vincent, Director of Emergency Preparedness at Georgia World Congress Center Authority, to discuss how the campus prepares for severe weather and other emergency situations. From the 2008 tornado that impacted downtown Atlanta to recent winter weather events and even tropical systems like Hurricane Helene, […]

    23 min

  2. 12/05/2025

    Signia by Hilton Atlanta Decks the Halls

    The holidays have arrived at Signia by Hilton Atlanta, and Director of Marketing Evita McDaniels gives us a behind-the-scenes look at the sleigh installation, hotel décor, and seasonal F&B and spa experiences that make the hotel shine this holiday season. We also talk about Signia’s upcoming two-year anniversary and the momentum the hotel has built […]

    23 min

  3. 08/28/2025

    Kicking Off Football Season at the College Football Hall of Fame

    College football is back, and there is no better place to start than the College Football Hall of Fame. Listen in as we catch up with Yomand Brown, the Hall’s VP of Marketing, Sales & Communications. From the buzz of interactive exhibits to dynamic fall programming, Yomand walks us through how the Hall celebrates the […]

    23 min

  4. 08/22/2025

    Countdown to World Cup 2026: Inside Atlanta’s Host City Prep

    In this episode of The Authoricast, we sit down with Georgia O’Donahue, Chief Operating Officer of the Atlanta World Cup Host Committee, to talk about what it takes to bring the world’s biggest sporting event to Atlanta in 2026. An Atlanta native, Georgia shares her pride in showcasing her hometown and explains the years-long process […]

    25 min

  5. 08/11/2025

    The Center of It All: Transforming a Landmark

    In this episode of The Authoricast, we take a look across the street from GWCC to explore The Center, the ambitious reimagining of the former CNN Center, now owned and operated by CP Group, who acquired the property in 2021. Guests Amanda Hendricks and Ryan Howard share how the team is honoring the building’s iconic […]

    27 min

  6. 07/21/2025

    Countdown to World Cup 2026: Jason Longshore on Soccer in the South

    As the countdown to the 2026 FIFA World Cup continues, Atlanta is gearing up to host the world, and we’re kicking off a special Atlanta World Cup preview series with one of the city’s most trusted voices in soccer: Jason Longshore. A commentator for Atlanta United, 92.9 The Game, and SDH Network, Jason joins us […]

    45 min

  7. 07/03/2025

    Building the Future: SkillsUSA at GWCC

    In this episode of The Authoricast, we spotlight the SkillsUSA National Leadership & Skills Conference, one of the many inspiring events hosted at GWCC. Courtney Ferrell, Director of Conference, Meeting, and Event Management for SkillsUSA, shares how 19,000 students, educators, and industry leaders from across the country came together in Atlanta for an unforgettable week […]

    19 min

  8. 05/20/2025

    Beyond the Buffet: Redefining Convention Center Food with Stevie Chumley

    In this episode of The Authoricast, Stevie Chumley shares how Levy is redefining the convention center food experience at the Georgia World Congress Center. From unexpected menu items and Atlanta-inspired dishes to massive meal operations and cutting-edge service, Stevie gives an inside look at what it takes to feed tens of thousands—without sacrificing flavor or […]

    31 min
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Welcome to The Authoricast, a podcast from Georgia World Congress Center Authority. Join host Austin Simmons as he talks with some of the industry’s top thought leaders about what makes GWCCA a championship campus, how our growth has shaped downtown Atlanta, and what goes into creating compelling guest experiences at the No. 1 convention, sports, and entertainment destination in the world.

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  • Creator
    Georgia World Congress Center Authority
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    48
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2025 Georgia World Congress Center Authority
  • Show Website
    The Authoricast