Georgia Tourism Contacts

Explore Georgia, the tourism division of the Georgia Department of Economic Development, brings the state's unique destinations to the forefront, working alongside local travel partners. Operating from its base in Atlanta and supported by nine visitor information centers and global representatives, Explore Georgia highlights the state's diverse landscapes — from scenic mountains and beautiful coastlines to vibrant cities and quaint towns. Find tourism division contacts below:

Administration Fax: 404.962.4093  
Mark Jaronski Chief Marketing Officer 404.962.4082  
Jay Markwalter Statewide Tourism Director 678.303.8439  
Tourism Partner Marketing
Marcie Kicklighter Regional Tourism Manager
(Regions 1, 2, 5) view map of regions
470.557.7428  
Nija Torrence Regional Tourism Manager
(Regions 3, 4, 6) view map of regions
404.962.4083  
Lori Hennesy Regional Tourism Manager
(Regions 8, 10, 11) view map of regions
678.640.4342  
Sarah Ann Rhodes Regional Tourism Manager
(Regions 7, 9, 12) view map of regions
678.883.4485  
Keri Ogletree Augusta VIC Manager 706.737.1446  
LaTivia Rivers Columbus VIC Manager 706.649.7455  
Sandra Morris Lavonia VIC Manager 706.356.4019  
Kellie Lord-Zieba Port Wentworth VIC Manager 912.963.2546  
Ontaria Finch Ringgold VIC Manager 706.937.4211  
Susanne McNeal St. Marys VIC Manager 912.729.3253  
Melinda Marlow Tallapoosa VIC Manager 770.574.2621  
Terry Black Valdosta VIC Manager 229.559.5828  
Rebecca Clopp West Point VIC Manager 706.645.3353