Who is John Levinson? I'll get to that in a second. Today, marks the end of my term as President of AMA Atlanta, one of the great chapters within the American Marketing Association, an organization that promotes best practices, as well as a strong connected community approach. When you join a community, you hope to meet incredible people along the way. People that you can learn from and, if you are fortunate enough, who can also become lifelong friends. Well, I hit the lottery with my group of misfits. We pushed for more around our learning, networking and give back initiatives and we delivered with sold out events, increased memberships and giving away more money towards Collegiate Scholarships, DECA and Mentorship programs. Thanks to all of our speakers and attendees that played a role in our success! And I have this group of board members to thank for their time and talents: Paul Carpenter Courtney Tierney Kevin Planovsky Rich Nobliski, MBA Jamal Harris Robert Carnes Kim Englehardt Miller Sarah Tourville Kari Hiner Natalie Ross Joe Koufman Guy R. Powell Nina Norris Hines, BBA Aaron Gill Karen Phillips Liz Farquhar Jenny Reineck Kiera Wiatrak Andy Leonard Mollie Hady And, thank you to the Executive Advisory Board Co-Chairs Ken Bernhardt and 💥Jo Ann Herold, MBA for guiding our activities with other incredible leaders that now include Ashish Arya Jennifer Lemming Trinadha Kandi, Jason Ippen, Trish Nettleship, Tom Carr, Kate Metzinger, Kimberly N. Strong, MBA, Vicky Whitley Wilkens, Lisa Bowman 🎯 and Amy Comeau, MBA, among others. Now, who is John Levinson? He's the next President of AMA Atlanta. I met John at a soccer field many years ago when our boys battled it out on the soccer fields. I would often see John at events. I always walked away saying "what a great guy". When I found out he was involved with AMA Atlanta, I knew it would be great. John is a great soul because he simply wants to do the right thing. He listens to everyone and wants everyone to benefit from our events and programs. He's the kind of person you want to rally around. I know I will. Join AMA Atlanta to be a part of what's next: www.ama-atlanta.com And, a big thank you to my team at Hothouse Inc. for giving me the opportunity to share my time with AMA Atlanta, especially Jon Katinsky, Dale Bump and Jay Cronin. The experience made me a better person for it.
Nick Schittone congrats on a job well done and thanks for welcoming me into the AMA ATL Fam. John Levinson -- is go time. Look out Chitown and Houston who's gonna have a problem ;)
Joe Koufman
2w
Thank you for your leadership, Nick. You most definitely left AMA Atlanta much better than you found it, and that is the goal, right? I am proud to be a part of a thriving organization that helps marketers learn from and make meaningful connections with one another!
CONGRATS John, continued evolution under John's leadership. Nick!! Great job, you could feel and see the movement this year under your leadership with the amazing AMA Team!! Looking forward to 24-25 happenings! Cheers to you both!
Great torch passing, Nick Schittone. I'm excited for John Levinson to lead the Association! Let's do this!
Congrats on a job well done Nick Schittone! Welcome to the Past Presidents club. Excited for you John Levinson to continue the tradition. 💥
Jeff Maggs
2w
Congratulations to you Nick for all of your passion, commitment, and creativity during your term and good luck to John. You have both added a lot to this special chapter and I was honored to serve with you both as a member of the Executive Advisory Board for several years. Well done and good luck in the future to both of you and to the AMA Atlanta Chapter.
Thank you for your leadership Nick Schittone
Nick Schittone, It's been fantastic collaborating with you this year. You lead us to new heights and renewed enthusiasm for our industry in Atlanta and beyond! Thanks for all the long (unpaid!) hours you invested in AMA Atlanta. You are a treasure to us all!
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2wCongratulations and a standing ovation for an amazing job this past year, Nick. You kept pushing us to think big and to do it with grace. #mypleasure Thank you for what you, and the entire AMA Atlanta Board, Advisors, Members, Panelists, Atlanta-based Brand Leaders, Sponsors, and Guests for providing a place of belonging for me and many others. Grazie, Mr. Schittone. ✨ And John Levinson, I’m looking forward to supporting you and to keep building on what you’ve already started. And congratulations to you for being our next great President. #howdoyouAMA #letsmakeithappen #community #belonging