Allen Media Group is a global media, content, and technology company, founded by Byron Allen. They are known for their free mobile/OTT streaming platform, LOCAL NOW, and their HD cable lifestyle channels. Allen Media Group also owns the Weather Channel and a network of local TV stations.

Their IT team is currently focused on key initiatives including:

• Infrastructure/Cloud – Software; Services
• Data Analytics – Software; Services
• AI/Emerging Technologies – Software; Services; Staffing

Experience Package:

The winning bidder will get a lunch meeting with Dorren in either the Cumberland or Dunwoody area to discuss her initiatives.

BlueLinx is a leading U.S. wholesale distributor of residential and commercial building products. We specialize in offering a comprehensive range of both branded and private-label SKUs, encompassing lumber, panels, engineered wood, siding, millwork, and industrial products. With a strong market position and broad geographic coverage, we proudly serve customers in all 50 states.

Their IT team is currently focused on key initiatives including:

• Infrastructure/Cloud – Software; Services
• Application Development/Modernization – Software; Services; Staffing
• Security & Compliance – Services
• Data/Analytics – Software, Services
• AI/Emerging Technologies – Software, Services

Experience Package:

The winning bidder will get a one hour in person meeting with the Bluelinx IT leadership team at the Bluelinx office in Marietta.

Founded in 2005, Cortland is an international, vertically integrated multifamily real estate investment, development, and management firm with a resident-centric approach to living experiences. Recognized as one of the top 10 multifamily owners and operators in the US, Cortland combines in-house design, construction, and operations to deliver value and innovation across its portfolio.

Additional details to come!

Cox Enterprises is a global company with 50,000 employees and $23 billion in revenue. Cox remains a values-driven private corporation that can invest in long-term growth and is proud of its four-generation family leadership. Through our major divisions—Cox Communications and Cox Automotive —we lead in the communications and automotive industries. Our widely recognized national brands include Autotrader, Kelley Blue Book and Cox Homelife.

Their IT team is currently focused on key initiatives including:

• Infrastructure/Cloud – Software; Services
• Application Development – Software; Services
• Security & Compliance – Software/HW, Services, Staffing
• Data Analytics – Software; Services
• AI/Emerging Technologies – Software; Services; Staffing

Experience Package:

The Cox Executive IT leadership team will host an in-person meeting at their office for the winning bidder.

The Home Depot is the world’s largest home improvement specialty retailer. At the end of fiscal year 2021, the company operated a total of 2,317 retail stores in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, Guam, 10 Canadian provinces and Mexico. The company employs approximately 500,000 associates. The Home Depot’s stock is traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: HD) and is included in the Dow Jones industrial average and Standard & Poor’s 500 index. The Home Depot is #18 on the 2021 Fortune 500.

Their IT team is currently focused on key initiatives including:

• Infrastructure/Cloud – Software; Services; Staffing
• Application development/modernization – Software, Services, Staffing
• Data/Analytics – Software, Services, Staffing
• AI/Emerging Technologies – Software, Services, Staffing

Experience Package:

Lunch with Angie and her team. Angie will curate the attendees from The Home Depot according to the winning bidder’s interests.

At Macy’s, we are a trusted source for quality brands at great values from off-price to luxury. Across our iconic nameplates, including Macy’s, Bloomingdale’s and Bluemercury, we help our customers express their unique style and celebrate special moments, big and small. Headquartered in New York City, we operate one of retail’s largest e-commerce businesses integrated with a nationwide footprint to deliver the most convenient and seamless shopping experience. Our purpose is to create a brighter future with bold representation – so we can realize the full potential of every one of us.

Experience Package:

The winning bidder will join the Macy’s technology leadership team for lunch at their office in John’s Creek.

Additional details to come!

National DCP is the $3 billion global supply chain management company serving Dunkin’ franchisees. We support over 10,000 quick service restaurants in the U.S. and distributes products to more than 40 countries. Our expertise includes strategic sourcing of food and non-food items, equipment services, distribution, business services, supply chain and full visibility, traceability, continuity, and sustainability of supply. Dunkin’ franchisees turn to our award-winning organization for extraordinary value, cost-savings, quality products and reliable service, which enables their restaurants to maximize profitability. We currently serve over 10,000 Dunkin’ quick service restaurants in the U.S. and distribute products to more than 40 countries.

Their IT team is currently focused on key initiatives including:

• Manhattan Active WMS Rollout
• CRM Rollout
• iRely CTRM new system rollout
• Cyber Security Projects

Experience Package:

The winning bidder will get a lunch meeting with the NDCP IT leadership team at their office in Duluth (Chase is in Denver and will join remotely).

OneDigital’s team of fierce advocates helps businesses and individuals achieve their aspirations of health, success and financial security. Our insurance, financial services and HR platform provides personalized, tech-enabled solutions for a contemporary work-life experience.

Their IT team is currently focused on key initiatives including:

• Leveraging technology and AI to expand reach, accelerate pipeline and drive more value for clients
• Data Governance & Management
• Enhance Employee Support Experience

Experience Package:

The winning bidder will enjoy a happy hour with Marcia, Anita, Sudheer and Jennifer.

Synovus Financial Corp. is a financial services company based in Columbus, Georgia, with approximately $60 billion in assets. Synovus provides commercial and consumer banking and a full suite of specialized products and services, including private banking, treasury management, wealth management, mortgage services, premium finance, asset-based lending, structured lending, capital markets and international banking through 247 branches in Georgia, Alabama, South Carolina, Florida and Tennessee.

Their IT team is currently focused on key initiatives including:

• Mergers & Acquisitions
• App development/modernization
• Data & Analytics

Experience Package:

The winning bidder will get an in-person lunch meeting with Vikram and two of his direct reports.