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School Hosts First-Ever Atlanta Influencer Meetup

The Art Institute of Atlanta held its first Atlanta Influencer Meetup on Thursday, February 25, 2016. Hosted by campus president Newton Myvett and the school’s Career Services department, the meetup brought together Atlanta industry professionals in the areas of film, fashion, culinary, and more. 

The event began with a networking reception in the Janet S. Day Gallery. Shortly after, President Myvett and the Career Services department led a tour throughout the campus. The event ended with a three-course lunch at Creations Restaurant at The International Culinary School at The Art Institute of Atlanta. The meal was prepared by students in the school’s culinary programs.

The Atlanta Influencer Meetup allowed industry professionals to talk with school leadership about future internships and job opportunities. 

Companies in attendance included: The City of Atlanta Office of Film and Entertainment, SESAC, Loews Atlanta Hotel, Grand Hyatt, City of Sandy Springs, Buckhead Life Restaurant Group, Dekalb Chamber of Commerce, Dekalb County Government, Congressional Liaison Ray Khalfani, Starwood Hotels of Atlanta, Radio One, and Georgia Restaurant Association.

To view images from this event, please visit this Facebook gallery: https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.1697468297162237.1073741835.1604303893145345&type=3&sf21905063=1

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