Our mission
Founded by event professionals,
for event professionals.
The Allie Foundation of Georgia (AFOG), formerly known as the Allie Awards, Inc. became a certified 501(c)(3) non-profit in 2015 and is supported by an all-volunteer Board of Directors. We are dedicated to advancing the live events and hospitality industry through education programs, mentorship, and financial assistance.
Our History
The Story Behind the Allies
Every great story starts with a spark. Ours began with a vision to celebrate creativity and connection across Georgia’s event professionals—and it’s only grown brighter.
Allie Foundation Impact
Building the Future of Georgia’s Event Industry
Proceeds from cash sponsorships and our events go toward scholarships established for those program’s students. To date the AFOG has contributed over $39,500 to the future leaders of the live event community.
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Volunteer Led & Managed
Executive Board & Board of Directors
Foundation Leadership
From corporate engagement to collegiate outreach, our board drives everything we do. From celebrating excellence and building the next generation of event leaders, our board makes it happen.

Claudette Pate
President
Goldner Associates

Terry R. Singleton, CSEP, CDMP
Immediate Past President
CCP Events, Inc

Irene Tyndale
Vice President & President Elect
Irene Tyndale Events

Alesa McArthur, MBA, CMP
Foundation Administrator
Allie Foundation of Georgia

Steve M. Moore
Director, Affiliate Assn. Outreach; Strategic Assn. Partner, ILEA
Affairs to Remember

Dee Lane Eades, CPCE
Director
I Do Linens

Tiffany Means
Director, Communications & Branding
Squaredot

Kimberly Roberts, CESP, CMP
Director, Education
AI Strategic Results, LLC

Sandy Bell
Director, Education, Educational Events
Imperial Events

Kristina Rinderle, MBA
Director, Corporate Engagement
Destination South Meetings + Events

Linda Terrana
Director, Corporate Engagement
Bold Catering + Events

Jordan Xu
Director, Events, Award Committee Liaison & Strategic Assn. Partner Director, WIPA
Emily Jordan Events

Stephanie Mitchell
Director - NACE Liaison
The Rolling Pour

Shakila Booker, CWEP
Director - NSBWEP Liasion
SML Assisting

