CITYBOX MEDIA + ARENCON GLOBAL + MERCEDES BENZ EXPERIENCE CENTER BY RBM OF ALPHARETTA AT HALCYON FORSYTH WELCOME YOU TO THE citybox elite speakers SERIES IN ATLANTA

CityBox Elite: A Speaker Series for Visionary Leaders is an exclusive, invitation-only event designed to bring together top-tier industry leaders, innovators, and visionaries from a variety of fields. This intimate gathering offers a unique platform for influential professionals to connect, share insights, and engage in thought-provoking discussions that inspire growth and innovation.

Hosted by CityBox Magazine + ARENCON GLOBAL & Mercedes Benz Experience Center by RBM of Alpharetta at Halcyon Forsyth. CityBox Elite provides an unparalleled opportunity to network with trailblazers, exchange transformative ideas, and gain valuable perspectives from keynote + guest speakers who are at the forefront of their industries. Whether you're looking to expand your influence, collaborate with like-minded leaders, or stay ahead of emerging trends, this speaker series offers the ideal setting to elevate your personal and professional brand.

Join us for an evening of high-impact conversations, meaningful connections, and inspiring leadership—where the future of business and innovation takes shape.

CityBox Media events are exclusive to our members and are invite only gatherings. For considerations, please email us at cityboxevents@gmail.com

HOSTS

CityBox Elite: A Speaker Series for Visionary Leaders is an exclusive, invitation-only event designed to bring together top-tier industry leaders, innovators, and visionaries from a variety of fields. This intimate gathering offers a unique platform for influential professionals to connect, share insights, and engage in thought-provoking discussions that inspire growth and innovation.

  • MARYAN AIKEN

    Founder. CEO. Publisher. CityBox Magazine CityBox Media.ARENCON GLOBAL. BioGlass Media. The Milestone Series Featuring The Catalysts and The Trailblazers. CityBox Elite Speakers Series. Master of Ceremony

  • Christy Spooner

    Brand Experience Manager. Mercedes Benz Experience Center by RBM of Alpharetta at Halcyon Forsyth.

welcome remarks

deborah lanham

FOUNDER. PRESIDENT. DEBORAH LANHAM CONSULTING LLC. FORMER PRESIDENT AND CEO. ALPHARETTA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE. Welcome remarks. citybox elite speaker series

Throughout her illustrious career, Deborah Lanham has been recognized as a connector, collaborator, and industry luminary, spanning the domains of sales, marketing, and communications. With over a decade of experience, she has cultivated a formidable network, fostering productive relationships locally, nationally, and internationally.

Deborah specializes in various areas including business development, strategic planning, revenue growth, and event marketing, reflecting her passion for driving change and empowering transformation. Her commitment to igniting innovation and empowering individuals resonates deeply with the ethos of the Catalysts Series: Igniting Innovation, Empowering Transformation.

Attendees of the TwentyFive Series private gathering can expect to be inspired and empowered by Deborah Lanham's insights alongside other esteemed speakers, as innovation converges with the art of intentional networking takes center stage.

About CityBox Media

CityBox Media serves a discerning audience of entrepreneurs, small businesses, C-suite executives, and industry leaders through CityBox Magazine, offering curated content on strategic trends, innovation, and lifestyle. The CityBox Elite Speakers Series aims to foster meaningful discussions and connections, drawing together thought leaders dedicated to impactful change.

Join Us

The CityBox Elite Speakers Series is an invitation-only event in Atlanta, Georgia. For media inquiries, interview requests, or event details, please contact:

CityBox Media

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opening keynote speaker

CityBox Elite: A Speaker Series for Visionary Leaders is an exclusive, invitation-only event designed to bring together top-tier industry leaders, innovators, and visionaries from a variety of fields. This intimate gathering offers a unique platform for influential professionals to connect, share insights, and engage in thought-provoking discussions that inspire growth and innovation.

james pirch

Founder. CEO. Principal Architect. Creative Interface Architecture. Keynote Speaker. CityBox Elite Speakers Series. Atlanta

James Pirch, Founder. CEO. Principal Architect of Creative Interface Architecture and Host of Not Complicated Just Green Podcast, to Keynote CityBox Elite Speakers Series in Atlanta.

CityBox Media is thrilled to announce that James Pirch, the visionary Founder and CEO of Creative Interface Architecture (CI) and creator of the Not Complicated Just Green podcast, will headline the upcoming CityBox Elite Speakers Series. This exclusive gathering, is will be hosted by CityBox Magazine in collaboration with ARENCON GLOBAL and the Mercedes-Benz Experience Center by RBM of Alpharetta at Halcyon Forsyth, will bring together influential voices in various industries.

Creative Interface Architecture is celebrated for its mission to create spaces that reflect clients' values, goals, and unique personalities. Guided by a commitment to innovative, eco-positive design, CI has redefined architecture by pushing the boundaries of functionality, sustainability, and individuality. Pirch's firm is known for its ability to deliver high-performance, low-carbon buildings that balance aesthetic appeal with practical efficiency. CI takes pride in its process of problem-solving and exploration, ensuring that every project not only meets but elevates client expectations.

"We are honored to welcome James Pirch as our keynote speaker," says Maryan Aiken, Founder and CEO of CityBox Media, ARENCON GLOBAL & CityBox Elite Speakers Series. "His dedication to reshaping the environment and fostering positive environmental impact aligns perfectly with our mission to spotlight changemakers and to inspire collective greatness. His experience and insights on responsible building practices promise to be both enlightening and empowering for our audience."

As a thought leader in sustainable architecture, Pirch also hosts the *Not Complicated Just Green* podcast, where he addresses the need for healthier, longer-lasting buildings that enhance the well-being of occupants and reduce environmental impact. With construction responsible for a significant portion of landfill waste and carbon emissions, Pirch champions the role of thoughtful design in mitigating these effects. His podcast emphasizes the vital role architecture can play in creating a sustainable future and breaking down complex environmental challenges with accessible, common-sense solutions.

This CityBox Elite Speakers Series event will delve into Mr. Pirch's expertise on:

Sustainable Design: The importance of eco-positive construction that is high-quality, low-maintenance, and resource-efficient.

Responsible Architecture: Bridging the information gap to make sustainable building practical and impactful, meeting today’s needs without sacrificing tomorrow’s resources.

Client-Centric Approach: CI's commitment to individuality and purpose, creating spaces that fulfill clients’ aspirations and inspire future generations.

Pirch believes that "every building should be a strategic investment in well-being, not just a structure," and CI’s approach has helped numerous clients find confidence and value in sustainable spaces. From its "Design Jedis" to its “Structural Samurais,” CI’s team embodies creativity, functionality, and environmental responsibility.

About CityBox Media

CityBox Media serves a discerning audience of entrepreneurs, small businesses, C-suite executives, and industry leaders through CityBox Magazine, offering curated content on strategic trends, innovation, and lifestyle. The CityBox Elite Speakers Series aims to foster meaningful discussions and connections, drawing together thought leaders dedicated to impactful change.

Join Us

The CityBox Elite Speakers Series is an invitation-only event in Atlanta, Georgia. For media inquiries, interview requests, or event details, please contact:

CityBox Media

cityboxevents@gmail.com

closing keynote speaker

CityBox Elite: A Speaker Series for Visionary Leaders is an exclusive, invitation-only event designed to bring together top-tier industry leaders, innovators, and visionaries from a variety of fields. This intimate gathering offers a unique platform for influential professionals to connect, share insights, and engage in thought-provoking discussions that inspire growth and innovation.

dr. william “bill” carpenter FAIA. PHD

FOUNDER. PRESIDENT. LIGHTROOM STUDIO. FOUNDER. CHAIRMAN. BREATHER FOUNDATION

CityBox Elite Speakers Series Welcomes Renowned Architect Dr. William “Bill” Carpenter, FAIA, PhD, as Keynote Speaker in Atlanta

Atlanta, GA — CityBox Media is honored to announce Dr. William “Bill” Carpenter, FAIA, PhD, Founder and President of Lightroom Studio and Chairman of the Breather Foundation, as one of the keynote speakers at the prestigious CityBox Elite Speakers Series in Atlanta. This exclusive, invitation-only event, hosted by CityBox Magazine in partnership with ARENCON GLOBAL and the Mercedes-Benz Experience Center by RBM of Alpharetta at Halcyon Forsyth, promises a dynamic gathering of leaders, innovators, and visionaries from a wide array of industries.

Dr. Carpenter, a celebrated architect, educator, and author, has made a lasting impact on architecture through his exemplary work and contributions to academia. As the Founder and President of Lightroom, with headquarters in Georgia, Florida, and Brazil, Dr. Carpenter has spearheaded numerous groundbreaking projects that have garnered national acclaim. He is an award-winning architect who received the prestigious National Young Architect’s Citation (1997), the National ACSA/AIAS Educator of the Year Award (2000), and the Ivan Allen Senior Trophy (2010). Elected as a Fellow of the American Institute of Architects in 2000, Dr. Carpenter’s dedication to architecture and urbanism has established him as a respected thought leader.

Dr. Carpenter’s impressive academic journey includes a doctorate from the Birmingham Institute of Art and Design in the United Kingdom, a Master of Architecture from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, and a Bachelor of Architecture from Mississippi State University, where he studied under the guidance of the renowned architect Samuel Mockbee, FAIA. He has also served as Chancellor of the Association of Collegiate Schools of Architecture (ACSA) College of Distinguished Professors and has been nominated for the esteemed 2023 ACSA Topaz Medallion, a recognition of his profound contributions to architecture education.

A native of Mattituck, New York, Dr. Carpenter was inspired by the architectural legacy of Norman Jaffe, FAIA, whose regionally rooted designs and hands-on approach deeply influenced his own career and design philosophy. Dr. Carpenter’s influence extends beyond architecture; he is an accomplished painter, upright bass musician, and enjoys spending time with his daughters and swimming.

CityBox Elite: A Platform for Visionary Leaders

The CityBox Elite Speakers Series offers a premier platform for influential professionals across industries to connect, share insights, and explore transformative ideas in an intimate setting. This private gathering is designed to bring together thought leaders who are redefining their fields and propelling the future of business, innovation, and sustainable design. Hosted by CityBox Magazine in collaboration with Natuzzi Italia, CityBox Elite enables attendees to expand their influence, engage in meaningful networking, and gain valuable perspectives from keynote speakers like Dr. Carpenter, whose work and leadership have inspired countless professionals.

Attendees will be inspired by Dr. Carpenter’s keynote on architecture's future role in enhancing community and sustainability, aligning with CityBox Media’s mission to celebrate and promote visionary leadership.

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This exclusive event is invitation-only. For inquiries about membership or event invitations, please contact:

CityBox Media Email: cityboxevents@gmail.com

guest speakers

CityBox Elite: A Speaker Series for Visionary Leaders is an exclusive, invitation-only event designed to bring together top-tier industry leaders, innovators, and visionaries from a variety of fields. This intimate gathering offers a unique platform for influential professionals to connect, share insights, and engage in thought-provoking discussions that inspire growth and innovation.

  • Amber Owens

    Amber Owens Fitness. Founder. Health & Wellness Expert. Certified Personal Trainer. Author.

  • Jeremy Owens

    Vice President. Branch Manager. First Community Mortgage

BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT

CityBox Elite: A Speaker Series for Visionary Leaders is an exclusive, invitation-only event designed to bring together top-tier industry leaders, innovators, and visionaries from a variety of fields. This intimate gathering offers a unique platform for influential professionals to connect, share insights, and engage in thought-provoking discussions that inspire growth and innovation.

  • John Quattrocchi

    CPA. Founder. Corporate Financial Options LLC

  • Michelle D. Bradley

    Director Sales & Marketing. The Candler Hotel

  • Renee Rubens

    Founder. Tea Stylist. Symphony of Leaves Tea & Company

  • Shanita Miller

    Founder. Black Girl’s Guide To Atlanta

SPONSORS & PARTNERS

CityBox Media LLC along with ARENCON GLOBAL, Mercedes Benz Experience Center by RBM of Alpharetta at Halcyon & CityBox Magazine are proud sponsors and partners of the CityBox Elite Speakers Series in Atlanta.

  • CITYBOX MEDIA

    Comprehensive branding & digital advertising for all: small businesses, corporate, retail, individual, and non-profit.

  • Rbm Of Halcyon by RBM of Alpharetta at Halcyon

    The First Experience Center In United States.

  • ARENCON GLOBAL

    A Premier Networking Gatherings for AEC professionals in select cities.

  • CityBox Magazine

    Features and highlights entrepreneurs, small businesses and industry leaders.

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