About the Georgia CxO Forum

The Georgia CxO Forum was established to provide a collaborative leadership networking platform for high-ranking professionals, focusing on knowledge sharing and collaboration without sales pitches.

No resumes

We prioritize meaningful interactions and expertise over resume-sharing

No fees

Our members can fully engage in valuable networking opportunities without any financial burden

No sponsors

You will never have to listen to a 10-minute pitch before or after any event. Ever.

No salespeople

Ensures an authentic environment where you know you won't have to find ways around salespeople.

LET US KNOW YOUR INTEREST

Emerging Leaders

By enrolling your future C-suite team in this program, you're providing them with an unparalleled opportunity to network with their peers, learn from seasoned professionals, and gain insights that can significantly impact their career trajectories. Just as you have benefited from the supportive and sales-free environment of the Georgia CxO Forum, your emerging leaders will have access to a space specifically tailored to their needs.

Mentorship Program
Members of the Georgia CxO Forum will be volunteering their time to mentor your emerging leaders.
Special Events
We will be hosting networking events curated for emerging leaders to meet their peers.
Awards Banquet
The Georgia CxO Forum will hold an annual banquet where CxO members can recognize their emerging leaders.

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Leadership

Tim Smith

Founder & Executive Chair
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Tim is the Founder of the Georgia CxO Forum - an invitation-only organization that provides networking and education opportunities to C-level executives. He serves as an Official Member of the Forbes Technology Council. Additionally, Tim is a Co-founder and Advisor at Chat With Leaders, a platform that allows leaders to share inspiring ideas.

Alexa Ellis

Chair, Marketing & Member Engagement
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As SVP of Marketing & Implementation of one of the largest privately-held agencies in Atlanta, and then as COO for the parent agency post-acquisition, Alexa built and led teams to execute large-scale marketing strategies and campaigns for numerous clients. She served as the major point of escalation for all accounts, consistently ensuring client goals were met, growing revenue and problem-solving. Alexa has a proven record of driving sales, strategic initiatives, meeting and exceeding goals, fostering innovation, and achieving business objectives through collaborative leadership.

Chris LaFay

Chair, Technology & Outreach

Chris is the founder and CEO of Classic City Consulting. At Classic City Consulting, the web is where stories ignite, connections deepen, and visions come to life. We don't just design; we construct narratives and build platforms that truly resonate. Committed to amplifying purpose-driven organizations, we ensure their distinctive voice stands out. Every project is a partnership, rooted in trust, and aimed at forging a brighter online presence.