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Participating Companies in the Executive Auction at WIT Connect, more coming soon!
Allen Media Group
Allen Media Group
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.
TOP IT INITIATIVES
- AI/Emerging Technologies – Software; Staffing
AUCTION EXPERIENCE: The winning bidder will get a two-hour lunch with Dorren in either the Cumberland or Dunwoody area to discuss her top three AI initiatives.
Bluelinx
Bluelinx
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.
TOP IT INITIATIVES
- Infrastructure/Cloud – Services
- Application Development/Modernization – Services, Staffing
- Security & Compliance – Services
- Data/Analytics – Software, Services
- AI/Emerging Technologies – Software, Services
AUCTION EXPERIENCE: The winning bidder will get a one hour in person meeting with the Bluelinx IT leadership team at the Bluelinx office in Marietta.
Braves
The Atlanta Braves are a Major League Baseball team based in Atlanta, Georgia, and are known as the oldest continuously operating professional sports franchise in America. Originally founded in Boston as the Red Stockings in 1871, they moved to Milwaukee in 1953 and then to Atlanta in 1966. The Braves have a rich history, including winning four World Series titles (1914, 1957, 1995, and 2021), and have been a dominant force in baseball. The Atlanta Braves are heavily invested in technology, particularly in creating digital experiences for fans.
TOP IT INITIATIVES
- Security and Compliance – Software/Hardware; Services
- Data/Analytics – Services
- AI/Emerging Technologies – Services
- All-Star game preparation
- Acquisition project
- Network refresh
- LED Boards
- ipTV
AUCTION EXPERIENCE: The winning bidder can choose from a meeting at Scott’s office, a happy hour or a dinner with Scott.
Candescent
Candescent
Candescent empowers banks and credit unions to offer anytime, anywhere access to consumer and business banking. Candescent brings together the transformative technologies that power and connect account opening, digital banking and branch solutions for banks credit unions of all sizes on any core.
TOP IT INITIATIVES
- Infrastructure/Cloud – Software; Services; Staffing
- Modernization
- Security and Compliance – Software/Hardware; Services; Staffing
- AI/Emerging Technologies – Software; Services
- Corporate Carve-outs, Transition Services Agreements (TSA’s), and M&A/Integration activities
AUCTION EXPERIENCE: The winning bidder will get to meet with Matt at his office or for a lunch meeting (whatever scheduling allows).
Clario
Clario
CLARIO is a technology company specializing in clinical services and customizable medical devices to biopharmaceutical and healthcare organizations.
TOP IT INITIATIVES
- Infrastructure/Cloud – Software
- Application development/modernization – Software, Services
- Security and Compliance – Software/Hardware
- Data/Analytics – Services
- AI/Emerging Technologies – Software, Staffing
AUCTION EXPERIENCE: The winning bidder will enjoy dinner with Jay (CIO), Murtaza Nisar (CISO), and Rich Markham (VP, Strategy & Governance) in Atlanta.
Clark Atlanta University
Clark Atlanta University is a private, Methodist, historically black research university in Atlanta, Georgia, United States. Clark Atlanta is the first HBCU in the Southern United States.
TOP IT INITIATIVES
- ERP upgrade (Ellucian Banner)
- Salesforce integration
- Enterprise information management -reducing disparate systems and consolidating to a single source of truth.
AUCTION EXPERIENCE: Catch the Hawks with Brian! The winning bidder will be treated to a Hawks game to sit alongside Brian. Game date TBD.
Cox Enterprises
Cox Enterprises
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.
TOP IT INITIATIVES
- Application Development – Software, Services, Staffing
- Security & Compliance – Software/HW, Services, Staffing
- Data/Analytics – Software, Services, Staffing
- AI/Emerging Technologies – Software, Services, Staffing
AUCTION EXPERIENCE: The Cox Executive IT leadership team will host an in-person meeting at their office for the winning bidder.
Equifax
Equifax
Equifax is a global Data, Analytics and Technology company that helps businesses and government agencies make critical decisions with greater confidence. Our unique blend of differentiated data, analytics, and technology lets us create the insights that power decisions to move people forward.
AUCTION EXPERIENCE: Bid for a 90-minute virtual or in-person meeting at Equifax Alpharetta offices, with the Equifax Product, Data & Analytics and Technology leadership. Hear our learning from our global cloud transformation, where today, 85% of our revenue is coming from the cloud, and how EFX cloud and AI is driving our product innovation.
Graphic Packaging
Graphic Packaging
Graphic Packaging Holding Company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, designs and produces consumer packaging made primarily from renewable or recycled materials. An industry leader in innovation, the Company is committed to reducing the environmental footprint of consumer packaging. Graphic Packaging operates a global network of design and manufacturing facilities serving the world’s most widely recognized brands in food, beverage, foodservice, household, and other consumer products.
TOP IT INITIATIVES
- Infrastructure/Cloud – Software, Services, Staffing
- Security and Compliance – Software, hardware
AUCTION EXPERIENCE: The winning bidder will enjoy a lunch meeting with the Graphic Packaging IT leadership team.
Insight Global
Insight Global
Insight Global is an international staffing and professional services company that specializes in connecting talent with opportunities, particularly in IT, accounting, finance, healthcare, and engineering, and offers services like staffing solutions and culture consulting.
TOP IT INITIATIVES
- Infrastructure/Cloud – Software, Services
- Application development/modernization, Software, Services, Staffing
- Security and Compliance – Software/Hardware, Services
- Data/Analytics – Software, Services
- AI/Emerging Technologies – Software, Services
- Focused on leveraging the Microsoft power platform for software solutions. Could use a strong partner with experience.
AUCTION EXPERIENCE: The winning bidder will have lunch or dinner with DeWayne and Penny, whatever schedules allow. If it’s a lunch meeting, you’ll be invited to the beautiful Insight Global office in the Perimeter area.
Macy’s Technology
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.
TOP IT INITIATIVES
- Tech Modernization & Stores/Digital/Supply Chain Transformation
AUCTION EXPERIENCE: The winning bidder will join the Macy’s technology leadership team for lunch at their office in John’s Creek.
MagMutual
For more than four decades, MagMutual has been a leading provider of medical professional liability insurance. Today, we deliver comprehensive insurance coverage, along with customized advice, exceptional claims support and consistent financial benefits, to more than 40,000 healthcare providers and organizations nationwide.
TOP IT INITIATIVES
- Infrastructure/Cloud – Software/Hardware, Services
- Application development/modernization – Software, Services
- Security and Compliance – Software/Hardware, Services
- Data/Analytics – Software, Services
- AI/Emerging Technologies – Software, Services
AUCTION EXPERIENCE: The MagMutual IT Leadership team will host the winning bidder at their office for lunch.
National DCP
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.
TOP IT INITIATIVES
- WMS
- SAP S/4 upgrade
- New data center buildout
- cyber security projects
AUCTION EXPERIENCE: The winning bidder will get a one-hour meeting with the NDCP IT leadership team at their office in Duluth (Chase is in Denver and will join remotely).
Norfolk Southern
Norfolk Southern
Since 1827, we’ve been moving the goods and materials that power the U.S. economy. Customer-centric and operations-driven, we are dedicated to advancing safety, serving communities, and driving innovation for tomorrow’s rail.
TOP IT INITIATIVES
At Norfolk Southern, we are driving a bold technology strategy that modernizes our core, unlocks the power of data and AI, and reimagines the future of rail. With safety at the heart of everything we do, we’re building a more resilient, efficient, and connected railroad. Through this transformation, we’re not just shaping the future of transportation—we’re strengthening America’s supply chain, advancing economic growth, and driving toward a safer, more sustainable future for all.
AUCTION EXPERIENCE: The winning bidder will join Anil and Kim for lunch at a highly rated restaurant in/near Midtown Atlanta (TBD based on date/availability).
North Highland
North Highland
North Highland is a global management consulting firm specializing in change and transformation. Founded in 1992, the employee-owned company is headquartered in Atlanta, GA, with over 3,000 consultants across 50+ global offices. They help businesses move from strategy to reality, focusing on customer experience, technology & digital, and overall business transformation.
TOP IT INITIATIVES
- Infrastructure/Cloud – Services
- Security and Compliance – Software/Hardware; Services
- AI/Emerging Technologies – Software; Services
AUCTION EXPERIENCE: The winning bidder will choose between lunch, happy hour or dinner with Paul, Jason and Jerry.
OneDigital
OneDigital
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.
TOP IT INITIATIVES
- Infrastructure/Cloud – Services
- Application development/modernization – Software
- Security and Compliance – Software/Hardware, Staffing
- Data/Analytics – Services
- AI/Emerging Technologies – Staffing
AUCTION EXPERIENCE: The winning bidder will enjoy a happy hour with Marcia, Anita, Sudheer and Jennifer.
PULTEGROUP
PULTEGROUP
PulteGroup, Inc, based in Atlanta is one of America’s largest homebuilding companies with operations in more than 45 markets throughout the country. Through its brand portfolio tha includes Centex, Pulte Homes, Del Webb, DiVosta Homes, American West and John Wieland Homes and Neighborhoods, the company is also one of the industry’s most versatile homebuilders able to meet the needs of multiple buyer groups and respond to changing consumer demand. PulteGroup’s purpose is building incredible places where people can live their dreams.
TOP IT INITIATIVES
- Infrastructure/Cloud – Services
- Application development/modernization – Software; Services; Staffing
- Security and Compliance – Software/Hardware; Services
- Data/Analytics – Software, Services, Staffing
AUCTION EXPERIENCE: The winning bidder will enjoy lunch with Mike in Buckhead.
Salesforce
Salesforce
Salesforce helps companies stay ahead of changing customer expectations with data tools, trusted and autonomous AI, and best-in-class apps for sales, service, marketing, commerce, and IT — all on one integrated platform.
TOP IT INITIATIVES
- AI Driven Business Transformation
- Finance Transformation
- Accelerating AgentBlazers
- Infrastructure/Cloud – Services
- Application development/modernization – Services, Staffing
AUCTION EXPERIENCE: The winning bid gets to join the Salesforce Executive Leadership team in our Bay at the event and enjoy lunch hosted by Sundeep Reddy, Chief Accounting Officer at our Salesforce Office along with additional leaders. Our Ohana floor views and Salesforce culinary team makes this a one of a kind experience.
SiteOne Landscaping
SiteOne Landscaping
SiteOne Landscape Supply (NYSE: SITE), is the largest and only full product line national wholesale distributor of landscape supplies in the United States and has a growing presence in Canada. Its customers are primarily residential and commercial landscape professionals who specialize in the design, installation and maintenance of lawns, gardens, golf courses and other outdoor spaces.
TOP IT INITIATIVES
- Security and Compliance – Software/Hardware (maybe 2026); Services
- Data/Analytics – Services
- AI/Emerging Technologies – Services
AUCTION EXPERIENCE: The winning bidder will get a one hour meeting with Sean and David at the SiteOne office in Roswell.
Synovus
Synovus
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.
TOP IT INITIATIVES
- Infrastructure/Cloud – Services
- Application development – Services
- Data/Analytics – Services
- AI/Emerging Technologies – Services
AUCTION EXPERIENCE: The winning bidder will get a virtual prep session with Lisa before an in-person lunch meeting with Vikram. In addition, they will also get a second in-person meeting with Lisa.
Southwire
Southwire
Southwire is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of wire and cable and an emerging influence in many important electrical markets, delivering power to millions of people around the world.
TOP IT INITIATIVES
- AI
- Innovation
- Digital Transformation
- Cybersecurity
- SAP
- S4 Digital Transformation
AUCTION EXPERIENCE: The winning bidder will join the Southwire IT Leadership team at their office in Carrollton, GA for a meet and greet with IT leaders. They will be escorted on a tour of the Southwire Utility Products plant, the Building Wire plant and Southwire Rod Mill. Southwire will then treat the winning bidder to a catered lunch where you’ll have the opportunity to discuss some of Southwire’s top initiatives, including AI, Innovation, Digital Transformation, Cybersecurity, SAP, and S4 Digital Transformation.
*Note, Jacob will join remotely as he sits in South Bend, Indiana.
TK ELEVATOR
TK ELEVATOR
TK Elevator (formerly thyssenkrupp Elevator) is a global company specializing in the design, manufacture, installation, modernization, and maintenance of elevators, escalators, moving walks, and other mobility solutions.
TOP IT INITIATIVES
- Application development/modernization – Services
- Security and Compliance – Software/Hardware: Services
- Data/Analytics – Services
- AI/Emerging Technologies – Software; Services
AUCTION EXPERIENCE: The winning bidder will get to meet with the TKE IT leadership team at their office and join them for lunch at the Battery.
The Home Depot
The Home Depot
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.
TOP IT INITIATIVES
- Application development/modernization – Software, Services, Staffing
- Data/Analytics – Software, Services, Staffing
- AI/Emerging Technologies – Software, Services, Staffing
AUCTION EXPERIENCE: Lunch with Angie and her team. Angie will curate the attendees from Home Depot according to the winning bidder’s interests.
