by Randy Davidson, founder and CEO of Georgia Entertainment
As we enter the tenth year of Georgia Entertainment, I’m humbled by what lies ahead and grateful to begin our 10 year mark as we host the next Signature 100 at Trilith LIVE. The work that has gone into building this community and the level of investment behind it reflect the strength and ambition of Georgia’s entire creative ecosystem.
I’ve watched the Town at Trilith evolve year by year. What began as a bold idea and development is now a fully formed creative village, home to major feature films, leading creators who are choosing to base their work at Trilith and a mix of world-class assets that support every part of the industry. The soccer facility, the amphitheater and the live audience stages at Trilith LIVE add a level of energy and versatility that few places in the world can match. To bring the Signature 100 into that environment, to welcome partners and leaders into a place that shows who we are as a state and where we’re headed, is an honor.
Another part of what makes this year so meaningful is seeing the Signature 100 take shape again. It takes an unbelievable amount of work to produce a night like this, especially in an industry that has weathered real challenges. Our team shows up with heart, and so do the partners who make the evening possible. Each year, companies such as Sweetwater, Lightscape, MBS, ICP, Classic Tents, Showrig, Hanna Brothers and others come together to build an experience to honor and celebrate Georgia’s creative place in the world.
This year’s gathering will bring legislators and influencers from across the globe to connect, listen and participate in the activations we’ve announced. We will recognize Georgia’s Creative Champion of the Year and Georgia’s Entertainment Entrepreneur of the Year and we will unveil the 2026 edition of the Creative Economy Journal, which focuses on the convergence of sports and entertainment. The honorary nonprofit of this year’s Signature 100 is Trilith Institute, which invests in storytellers of today and tomorrow and provides support that is vital for Georgia’s long-term creative future.
And after the Signature 100, the conversations don’t stop. The afterparty in the Town of Trilith at Barleygarden Kitchen and Craft Bar offers a space for continued networking. The following morning, we will host a partners-only VIP breakfast at the Trilith Guesthouse, honoring the Trilith Foundation. With a touch of Nashville in the room and creators visiting from the music and film communities in attendance, the breakfast program will address mental health, creative wellness and the collaboration that defines healthy production cultures. (Special RSVP for the Breakfast.)
Looking toward 2026, this is the time to come together and face the industry’s challenges with the advantage Georgia uniquely holds. We aren’t tied to outdated models or entrenched systems that shaped older entertainment hubs. We have a structure built for what’s next, thanks to years of thoughtful policy, savvy investment and vision. This is exactly the place where the creative changes ahead can be understood, harnessed and turned into lasting opportunity.
Let’s end the year affirming relationships with colleagues and customers while meeting new prospects and starting new partnerships.
Please note: We are nearing capacity and we will not be able to fulfill all requests to attend the Signature 100, so please request an invitation today.
Signature 100 Announcement | Request Invite | Sponsor | VIP Breakfast RSVP | Recap from 2024
