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Meet the Destination Augusta Team 

At Destination Augusta, we are a dedicated team of local experts passionate about showcasing the best that Augusta, Georgia, has to offer. From tourism and event marketing to fostering local partnerships, we work tirelessly to highlight the charm, culture, and experiences that make Augusta a must-visit destination. Get to know the faces behind the mission and discover how our collective efforts are helping shape Augusta’s vibrant future!

Administrative & Operations 

Bennish Brown

President/CEO bennish@visitaugusta.com

Ansley Guerrero, CAPM

Project & Operations Manager ansley@visitaugusta.com

Marissa Dodgen

Director of HR & Administration marissa@visitaugusta.com

Destination Development & Community Engagement 

Jennifer Bowen, CDME

Chief Strategy Officer, SVP, & Film Commissioner jennifer@visitaugusta.com

Sarah Childers, PDM

Director of Destination Experiences sarah@visitaugusta.com

Taylor Wood, PDM

Community Engagement Manager taylor@visitaugusta.com

Kayla Jefferson

Group Experiences Coordinator kayla@visitaugusta.com

Marketing & Communications

Karen Davis

Chief Marketing Officer karen@visitaugusta.com

Rachel Wilkerson, TMP

Communications Manager rachel@visitaugusta.com

Cassidy Veach

Marketing Manager cassidy@visitaugusta.com

Group Business Development 

Iman Fahmy

Director of Group Business Development iman@visitaugusta.com

Taylor Brown

Group Business Development Manager taylormarie@visitaugusta.com

Augusta & Co.

Mamie McAbee, PDM

Augusta & Co. Manager mamie@visitaugusta.com

McKenzie Evans

Augusta & Co. Coordinator mckenzie@visitaugusta.com