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2026 Trailblazers Summit

May 5, 2026 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM (EDT)

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Join Pick Ellijay on Tuesday, May 5th, to celebrate a year of achievements at the second Annual Trailblazers Summit. This special event highlights the successes of Pick Ellijay and the hospitality community while looking ahead to the future of the industry.

Outstanding members of the community will be recognized for their dedication and contributions to tourism in Gilmer County with the following awards:

✨ Rising Star Award

✨ Spirit of the Community Award

✨ Frontline Service Award

✨ Creative Expression Award

✨ [New for 2026] Unsung Hero Award


Guest Speaker: Brianna Francis, VP of Communication & Strategy at Madden Media

Brianna is the Vice President of Communications & Strategy leading integrated storytelling, PR, and strategic counsel to drive growth. Partnering with clients to build strong relationships and transform market intelligence into resonant brand storytelling. While overseeing all public relation strategies and planning for our clients’ destinations. Madden Media is a full-service destination and tourism marketing agency dedicated to helping attract travelers, boost engagement, and build a thriving community with innovative strategies Helping places find their voice, sharpen their strategy, and show up in ways that actually matter by blending data, creativity, and curiosity to create destination marketing that connects people to places — and keeps them coming back.From statewide campaigns to small-town stories, Madden’s work spans destinations of every size, powered by innovative media programs and collaborative partnerships.

🔗 Click here to visit the Trailblazers Summit event webpage!

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Gilmer County Chamber of Commerce
Name: Caitlin Neal
Phone: (706) 635-7400
Email: caitlinn@gilmerchamber.com
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