Board of Directors 2025

Joe Capone, CIS has been an award-winning hospitality professional specializing in global meetings, events, incentives, and business development for over 25 years He has been an active member of the SITE Southeast chapter since 2009.

Joe is recognized by his peers as an experienced customer service-based representative always putting the needs of his clients first. With his constant positive upbeat disposition, Joe excelled his first year on the Board taking on the role of V.P. of Sponsorship for the 2022-chapter year. He moved over to challenge himself with the V.P. of Membership role for the 2023-chapter year and exceeded a membership increase of over 188%. As we move forward into the 2024-chapter year, Joe is excited to take on the role as President-Elect and bring his core values to the table for a successful year.

Joe resides in Georgia with his Husband, and their 80lb English Bulldog, Tank living the “Green Acres” life.

Robyn Davis possesses a wealth of experience and expertise in the dynamic realm of event planning. She exemplifies a commitment to excellence and a passion for crafting unparalleled experiences. As the visionary leader of RCD Events Worldwide, Robyn brings over two decades of seasoned proficiency to the forefront. Her professional journey has been diverse, encompassing roles such as Director of Youth Activities, hotel Sales Manager, Account Coordinator, Account Manager, Account Director, CEO, and President. Robyn’s leadership is anchored in a process-driven approach, consistently delivering impressive results that resonate with her clients and industry peers alike.

Robyn’s prowess in curating corporate incentive trips stands as a masterpiece, garnering accolades like the prestigious SITE Crystal award and the Incentive Marketing Association Circle of Excellence award. Her reputation is etched in the fine details, an unwavering work ethos, and a resolute commitment to transcending the ordinary, making her an artist in the craft of exceeding client expectations.

Beyond the ballroom, Robyn finds joy in sharing her passion for travel with her husband and two children, creating a tapestry of cherished memories through worldwide vacations. During her downtime from work and travel, you’ll likely find her in her craft room, where she channels her creativity crafting.

Lauren is an Associate Vice President for Lamont Associates, a comprehensive site selection and meeting resource firm. A graduate of James Madison University with a Hospitality Tourism Management degree, she spent 23 years representing high-profile convention hotels and resorts in the U.S. and offshore before joining Lamont Associates in 2021.

The hospitality world allows Lauren to help connect people, and her extensive understanding of hotel sales and operations – and being a self-professed contract nerd - allows her to assist her clients to secure the best experience for their groups. Lauren has been an active member of SITE Southeast for the past 7 years and is excited to spearhead Social Media for the chapter.

Lauren lives in Smyrna with her husband Ron, their cats Miso and Bitty, and has twin 18-year old stepsons Ethan and Austin. She is an adventurous eater, bourbon afficionado, animal lover, and has 5 different library cards to keep her Kindle full at all times.

Deborah Cary is a seasoned event planner and designer with a global footprint, bringing over two decades of expertise in meticulously crafting and executing events and meetings that leave lasting impressions. As the Director of Operations & Account Management at Liaisons Meetings & Events, a division of BCD Company, Deborah specializes in delivering high-impact event experiences tailored to the dynamic needs of clients worldwide.

Her skills extend to integrating cutting-edge technology solutions, including custom website development, e-marketing campaigns, and innovative event-tech strategies that enhance engagement and deliver measurable results. Known for her practical, forward-thinking mindset, Deborah is passionate about introducing fresh, inventive approaches to elevate the impact of events while optimizing operational efficiency for her clients.

Serving on the Board of Directors of SITE Southeast, Deborah holds the position of Vice President of Social Media. In this capacity, she leverages her expertise in marketing and communication to elevate the association’s presence, drive engagement among members, and strategically enhance brand awareness for the organization.

Dawn is an Account Executive at Brightspot Incentives and Events. She is passionate about helping clients use the power of travel to motivate and engage their attendees and works to tailor unique travel programs to each individual group. She has extensive destination knowledge and never hesitates to jump on a plane to learn about the best options to offer clients.

She has been a member of SITE Southeast since 2007, has obtained her Certified Incentive Specialist designation, and enjoys the personal connections and industry expertise that SITE has to offer.

LeeAnne is Senior Vice President of Operations at GRATITUDESgroup, a woman-owned talent optimization and culture engineering agency. Her role includes managing multiple projects within the company and industry, monitoring overall business performance, and striving to meet company strategic goals, missions, values, and beliefs.

Prior to working at GRATITUDESgroup, she had fifteen years of experience in the healthcare industry, where she worked building programs for employee engagement and corporate culture. Her focus was on establishing a systematic measurement program that evaluated the organizational performance of the client centers, as well as assimilating new employees into the culture of the company and building team unity. Her passion is helping to create inclusive, trusting, and cheery workplaces that encourage both personal and professional growth.

Karen boasts over 3 decades of experience specializing in corporate meeting & incentive travel sales and marketing of international destinations. Based in Atlanta, GA, Karen’s focus is on driving new business to the picturesque Western Mountain Region of Alberta, Canada, and the energetic, youthful & progressive city of Calgary. Her strategic approach, passion, and knowledge of the destination are key to her success in this role.

An active member of SITE and participating in the Florida, Texas, and Southeast chapters for more than 25 years, Karen proudly serves as VP CSR & Sustainability. Outside of work, she enjoys spending weekends in western North Carolina, appreciating the region’s natural beauty while exploring lakes and mountain trails with her canine companion Ema.

Annika Clutch is the Director of Global Sales and Client Liaison at Hosts Global, a leader in crafting unparalleled event experiences, specializing in corporate meetings, conferences, incentive travel, and events with an alliance of exquisite Destination Management Companies around the world. She is a bilingual and bicultural industry professional with a passion for creating lasting memories through unique experiences that connect people with brands, ideas, values, and concepts.

Annika’s career started out in her hometown of Berlin, Germany where she helped build an event department for a European travel agency and planned televised events, press conferences, product launches, symposia, and corporate incentive travels. In 2002, Annika moved to the US and worked for DMCs and a luxury hotel before entering a nearly 14-year long career with a candy manufacturer, eventually becoming their Director of Corporate Events. Most recently, Annika was the Business Development Executive for Brownell Incentive Travel, part of America’s oldest travel agency since 1887.

During the Pandemic, Annika moved from Chicago to Northern Virginia, just outside of Washington, D.C., where she and her family enjoy the outdoors and much milder winters. Annika is a sommelier and received her Awards in Wine from the Wine and Spirits Education Trust. She loves gardening, music, travel, and quality time with friends and family across the globe.

As VP Events and Education for the SITE Southeast Board of Directors, Annika’s goal is to create more inclusive opportunities for all members to be part of chapter events, and to create a community of shared knowledge and inspiration.

With a rich tapestry of experience woven over an 20-year career in the meetings and events industry, Cori stands as a seasoned and accomplished meeting professional. Renowned for their adept leadership and strategic acumen, Cori has navigated the dynamic landscape of event planning with finesse. Their journey is marked by a commitment to crafting unforgettable experiences, where meticulous attention to detail converges with creative flair. From international conferences to high-profile corporate events and incentives, Cori has orchestrated seamless gatherings that not only meet but exceed client expectations, earning a reputation as a go-to expert in the field.

A true industry trailblazer, Cori has demonstrated an unwavering dedication to staying at the forefront of emerging trends and technologies, ensuring that each event reflects the latest innovations in the meetings landscape. A natural collaborator, they have fostered strong relationships with clients and industry partners alike, fostering a reputation for reliability, innovation, and impeccable execution. As Cori continues to contribute their wealth of expertise to the world of meetings and events, their name remains synonymous with excellence and unparalleled professionalism.

Top identified strengths:

• Strategic mindset and vision
• Meticulous planning and execution
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships
• Navigating unforeseen challenges; calm under pressure

Kim Savransky, CITP, has 20+ years’ experience in the incentive and meeting planner arena. She started her hospitality career with a Destination Management Company which led to Travel Directing and then to Event Planning. Currently, she is VP of Operations with a Boutique Incentive Travel Company, Fab at Incentives, where their primary goal is to create and implement memorable and exceptional experiences for their clients. As a SITE Crystal Award winner, Kim strives to create unique and extraordinary Incentive Trips for each client.

SITE has been an organization that Kim became involved with in 2017 as a way to network and foster relationships with industry peers. Kim volunteered as a Committee Chair on the first SITE Southeast ICE program that took place in the Dominican Republic. This led to a three-year term with SITE Southeast board as VP of Events and Membership Engagement. After Covid, she took a break and is now back and ready to be an integral part of the SITE Southeast chapter where her goal is to continue building a cohesive chapter and community and inspire members to continue their involvement in the chapter so that they can maximize their B2B contacts and stay connected with their hospitality family.

During down time, Kim and her husband, Barry, enjoy a more relaxed lifestyle outside of the city where they can golf and join friends for boating adventures. Kim and Barry take pleasure in spending quality time with their family and with their three children spread around the country, family travel has become the best way to keep everyone connected so planning is sure to be under way for their next family adventure.

Mary Jane Reilly is the co-owner of Reilly Resort Representatives, a boutique firm renowned for its expertise in connecting distinguished luxury hotels and resorts with high-quality group leads. Mary Jane’s career took root in event coordination, where she developed a knack for crafting unforgettable experiences. She then advanced her career by stepping into sales management.

Beyond her professional endeavors, Mary Jane is passionate about travel, relishing the exploration of various cultures and destinations around the globe. She cherishes spending quality time with her family, finding joy and enrichment in their shared adventures.

Trusted Partner in Booking Memorable Meetings and Incentives at Inclusive Collection, part of World of Hyatt -10 luxury hospitality brands to include Hyatt Ziva, Hyatt Zilara, Secrets, Dreams, Zoetry and Breathless, with more than 120 resorts in 40 destinations across 11 countries—Mexico, Dominican Republic, Jamaica, Costa Rica, Curacao, Saint Martin, St. Lucia, Colombia, Panama, Spain, Bulgaria, Greece.

Isabella Rusike has been in the hospitality industry for over 20 years and has worked in the past for Hilton & IHG Hotels, Business Development Roles and for various TMCs to include Amex and CWT. She partners and contracts with various corporate companies and manages their meetings & incentives. Isabella has been an active member of SITE Southeast for 5 years as well as GAMPI and is the current President for GBTA Georgia.

One of Isabella’s passions—besides traveling—is volunteer work and serving others. She not only volunteers at SITE and her local community, but she also mentors young ladies at her church. Isabella is an experienced customer service-based leader with extensive destination knowledge, and she is always eager and ready to share best practices and exceed her client’s expectations.

Isabella resides in Georgia and enjoys outdoor activities, attending sporting events and concerts, and discovering new restaurants and venues.