ATP History

A letter from our Co-founder

Atlanta Technology Professionals (ATP) was started modestly in 1999. Our guiding principles of professional development – and networking that cultivates deep relationships – still hold today for the advancement of the Atlanta technology community. We have refined this over the years to include recognition of excellence, the genesis of premier events like Golf and Gala, and the formation of ATP Cares to give back to the Atlanta community.

The first meeting took place at a California Pizza Kitchen at the Perimeter in the Fall of 1999 with 30 attendees. We then held our first topical event in the Spring of 2000. In 2018 our Gala brought together over 500 technology professionals from the region. Our ATP family and influence has grown significantly thanks to strong continuity in board and executive leadership, as well as a welcoming atmosphere.

Thank you for being part of the ATP Family!

Kevin R Nicholas
ATP co-Founder
Executive Advisor

Past Presidents of ATP

Courtney Simo

Courtney Simo

2019 - 2023

Renee Pearson

Renee Pearson

2018 - 2019

Emily Hyde

Emily Hyde

2017 - 2018

Gary Humphrey

Gary Humphrey

2016

Michelle Henley

Michelle Henley

2014 - 2015

Karen Finger

Karen Finger

2012 - 2013

Rick Loose

Rick Loose

2011 - 2012

Jenifer Juarez

Jenifer Juarez

2009 - 2010

Audra Browning

Audra Browning

2007 - 2008

Melanie Brandt

Melanie Brandt

2006 - 2007

Kevin Nicholas

Kevin Nicholas

2001 - 2005

Bob Speers

Bob Speers

1999 - 2000