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Explore Columbus with our Connectors – local ambassadors who share insider knowledge to enhance your newcomer experience. Connect today for a personal guide to all things Columbus.
Amy Bryan
CEO of Direct Services
Ask Me About: Weekend activities with or without children, community involvement opportunities, schools, & where to get the best espresso martini
Ashley Becker
Columbus Chamber of Commerce
Ask Me About: Leadership development, Young Professionals program, Partners in Education, community service organizations, business connections
Becca Zajac
Dragonfly Trails, Inc.
Ask Me About: Running, biking, Dragonfly Trails, best places to grab a beer or cocktail, dog-friendly restaurants
Ben MacMinn
StartUP Columbus
Ask Me About: Starting a business, outdoor activities, restaurants & bars, woodworking, how to get involved
Brantley Pittman
TSYS, A Global Payments Company
Ask Me About: Nightlife, arts & culture, outdoor activities, careers in FinTech
Fred Maglione
OmegaFi
Ask Me About: Moving to Columbus with young children, schools, startup culture & entrepreneurial ecosystem in Columbus, Catholic churches
Hayley Tillery
Columbus GA Convention and Trade Center
Ask Me About: Events in Columbus, restaurants, Columbus State University, churches, volunteer opportunities
Haley Ramey
United Way of the Chattahoochee Valley
Ask Me About: Hosting & entertaining visitors, philanthropy, military life, daycare, family activities, fitness
Joseph Brannan
PMB Broadcasting, LLC
Ask Me About: Radio, neighborhoods, private schools, youth sports & activities, government relations, dining & entertainment
Kaitlin Moore
The W.C. Bradley Co.
Ask Me About: Living in Columbus as a non-local, making connections, tennis & CORTA, best daycare, schools, places to take your kids on the weekends
Kat Cannella
Coldwell Banker KPDD
Ask Me About: International cuisine, where to sweat: Max, CrossFit CSG, Rumble, & Novo, midtown living near Lakebottom Park
Katherine Hamilton
Synovus
Ask Me About: Running/cycling the Riverwalk or Fall Line Trace, local gyms, best Uptown restaurants for date night, ladies’ night, weekend brunch
Katie Bishop
Yalla Public Relations
Ask Me About: Outdoor recreation, places to chill on the Riverwalk, best places to dine, our music scene
Oz Roberts
Aflac
Ask Me About: Arts scene in Columbus, Rivercenter for the Performing Arts, Riverside Theatre, Uptown Columbus, pageants
Riz Newman
StartUP Columbus
Ask Me About: Art & music scene, yoga & wellness studios, hiking at Providence Canyon, Latin dance scene, best restaurants for multicultural cuisine
Sarah Maglione
SAHM
Ask Me About: Benefits of Columbus from an Atlanta native, neighborhoods, schools, fitness, ways to meet new people & get involved
Scott Sullivan
Bridgepath CFO Solutions
Ask Me About: Starting & scaling a business, Green Island Country Club, sports cars, scenic routes, hiking, where to find the best red wine
Shea Spencer
TSYS, A Global Payments Company
Ask Me About: Public schools, barbecue, literature, equity, baseball, financial well being, culture & history
Sherricka Day
Aflac
Ask Me About: Public art, volunteer opportunities, community growth & development, young entrepreneurs, networking
Stephanie Woodham
Yalla Public Relations
Ask Me About: Family activities, outdoor adventure, dining out, county living, festivals & events
Tiffany McBride
Columbus State University
Ask Me About: Civic organizations, Urban League, Junior League of Columbus, faith-based organizations, education opportunities, arts & entertainment
Wes Kelley
Brasfield & Gorrie
Ask Me About: Uptown and its importance to the city, regional workforce, construction & development opportunities, raising a family in Columbus