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Steve “Left Hand” Lewis

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Steve “Left Hand” Lewis Steve “Left Hand” Lewis picked up his first guitar at the age of four, which sparked the beginning of a musical career that has spanned over four decades. Known as “Left Hand” Lewis, Steve has the unique characteristic of playing his guitar upside down—a rarity among guitar players. Steve has shared […]

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John William

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John William John William, flautist, born John William Conner, is vastly emerging as one of the premier flautists in the music industry. The Atlanta native prides himself on producing a unique sound that keeps audiences captivated until the very last note. From the mesmerizing melodies to hypnotic harmonies, John believes that music is a conduit [...] Read More

Darren Jon Wagner

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Darren Jon Wagner The musical gifts of Sir Darren Jon have been appreciated for almost 20 years. Beginning in the traditional setting of the formal church, he honed his talents under the tutelage of Dr. Charles Hudspeth. Continuing his studies at Morris Brown College and Georgia State University, he sought out other non-traditional avenues to […]

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ATL remembers aviation giant George Berry

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By Doug Strachan Innovation & Strategic Business Development Manager When then-Mayor Maynard Jackson sought a dynamic, capable leader to guide construction of what would become the world’s busiest airport, he knew exactly who he wanted – George Berry, a high-powered but affable executive at Cousins Properties. Berry answered the call and agreed to leave the […]

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Elizabeth Grimes

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Elizabeth Grimes Elizabeth Grimes, a pianist and vocalist, is active in Atlanta. Grimes regularly performs for the public through the MARTA Artbound Program. Additionally, she is a rehearsal pianist for the Atlanta Ballet and Centre for Dance Education, and performs at local venues with the music duo, Quill. She also owns and operates More Than […]

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Jason Bitten

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Jason Bitten To encourage, uplift and restore are what saxophonist Jason Bitten describes as the inspiration for his music. Jason’s smooth and soulful sound touches the untapped emotions of his listeners. Those seeking inspiration and jazz enthusiasts may find Jason’s instrumental ballads the “calm after the storm.” A native of Birmingham, Alabama, Jason began playing […]

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It’s time for a summer getaway: Tips to tackle the busy travel season at ATL

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Officials estimate over 10 million travelers move through Hartsfield-Jackson during the summer season. By Jessica Green Public Affairs Intern With the summer solstice and Fourth of July in the rearview, the warm weather season is officially upon us. About 10.7 million passengers are expected to go through security checkpoints this summer at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International […]

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Airport region prepares for major renewal with aerotropolis

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By Anika Robertson Senior Editor / Assistant Public Relations Manager It’s no secret that as the economic jewel of the Southeast, Hartsfield-Jackson drives billions of dollars in business activity. A few miles away sits a lesser-known asset, a small but robust organization strategically grinding to catapult development surrounding ATL’s 4,700 acres. Incorporated in 2014, the […]

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‘Wings for All’ empowers families with special needs

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Captain Eric Ries, Georgia Sen. Greg Kirk and Airport General Manager John Selden welcome Wings for All participants at ATL. © 2019 Decisive Moment Events By Anika Robertson Senior Editor / Assistant Public Relations Manager ATL and Delta once again did their part to make it easier for special needs passengers to keep climbing. For […]

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Holiday Recovery: Treat Yourself After the Holidays

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By: Shannon Evans I recently took a flight from Atlanta to Istanbul. It was really a 24-hour stopover that allowed me to check out this exotic wonderland before my connecting flight. With only a limited time to see the city, I decided it would be well spent at a Turkish hammam. That’s a hot steam […]

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