Each year at its Annual Meeting & Awards Celebration, CAP and ADID honor the people, places, and businesses making an unparalleled impact on our central city.
Georgia-Pacific: Marcus Downtown Economic Impact Award
Georgia-Pacific was founded in 1927 as the Georgia Hardwood Lumber Company and has long been an advocate for environmental, social, and governance initiatives. Georgia-Pacific Center, the company’s corporate headquarters in Downtown Atlanta, was built in 1982 on the site of Loew’s Grand Theatre, where Gone with the Wind premiered in 1939. At its 90th anniversary in 2017, Georgia-Pacific was one of the world’s leading manufacturers of consumer products, building products, packaging, and pulp with tens of thousands of employees across the globe, including 7,500 in Georgia.
Craig Jones: Dan & Tally Sweat Award
Craig has been a leader in real estate development and civic engagement in Atlanta for more than 40 years. Beginning his career at King & Spalding, Craig soon harnessed his expertise to serve the Atlanta community, engaging with several nonprofits, including the historic Fox Theater, KIPP Schools, Central Atlanta Progress, and the Atlanta Downtown Improvement District. He has served as Board Chair for ADID for twenty years and continues to advocate for Downtown Atlanta’s development and vibrancy.
Ayesha Abdul-Hakeem and Ariel McDonald: APD Zone 5 Officers of the Year
Officer Abdul-Hakeem and Officer McDonald both displayed remarkable courage and composure during an active shooter situation. The officers performed various lifesaving measures and embodied what it means to serve and protect.
Bem Joiner: Warner Bros. Discovery Community Leadership Award
Bem is an Atlanta native, is the city’s premier creative culture curator and co-founder of the civic-minded creative consultancy and brand Atlanta Influences Everything. From growing up in the Historic West Side to creating partnerships with Atlanta and the City of Stockholm, Bem’s love for Atlanta has led him to become a pioneer in cultural activation and celebration. Bem is beyond passionate about the city of Atlanta and its growth and continues giving back through a variety of grassroots initiatives.
William Lawson: ADID Public Space Clean Employee of the Year
William has been an integral part of the Clean Team for over 14 years, demonstrating a remarkable commitment to his role. William consistently goes above and beyond the expectations of his role, taking great pride in his work and displaying outstanding leadership qualities.
Lorne Coleman: ADID Ambassador of the Year
Lorne has consistently represented the Ambassador Force with excellence, including his participation in primary site visits and public safety pre-events for major conventions and conferences.
Rodney Wolfe: Homeless Outreach Employee of the Year
Since joining ADID, Rodney has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to providing compassion and care to our unhoused neighbors within the District.
To learn more about CAP and ADID’s Annual Meeting & Awards Celebration, visit atlantadowntown.com/cap/about/annual-meeting/2024-annual-meeting.