Cobb-Marietta Coliseum & Exhibit Hall Authority
Authority and Leadership
The Cobb-Marietta Coliseum & Exhibit Hall Authority owns and operates the Cobb Galleria Centre, Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre, and Galleria Specialty Shops and is governed by seven members, appointed to seven posts.
The Authority is a body corporate and politic created by the Georgia General Assembly in 1980 for the purpose of acquiring, constructing and maintaining facilities for the general purpose of promoting cultural growth, education, and welfare.
Vision
Transform everyday business and entertainment events into extraordinary experiences.
Mission
Be the Southeast’s premier destination for mid-sized conventions, performing arts, and entertainment. We do this by continuing to:
• Provide our guests with innovative convention and performing arts venues, world-class personalized service, and unmatched event experiences
• Provide economic and cultural benefit to the county, the region, and the state
• Foster a rewarding, diverse work environment
Values
• Respect
• Integrity
• Service Excellence
• Collaboration
• Safety
Annual Report
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Authority Board Members
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- Post 1 – R. Steven Tumlin
- The Mayor of the City of Marietta serves as the member representing Post 1 during his tenure as Mayor of the City of Marietta.
- Post 2 – Derek Norton
- The Mayor of the City of Smyrna serves as the member representing Post 2 during his tenure as Mayor of the City of Smyrna.
- Post 3 – Robert P. Voyles
- The Board of Commissioners of Cobb County (the governing body of the County) appoints the member representing Post 3 for a term of four years.
- Post 4– Joseph B. Atkins
- The Cobb County Board of Parks and Recreation appoints the member representing Post 4 for a term of four years. This member must be a resident of Cobb County at the time of appointment and throughout the term of office.
- Post 5 – Lisa Cupid
- The Chairwoman of the Board of Commissioners of Cobb County serves as the member representing Post 5 during her tenure as the Chairwoman of the Board of Commissioners of Cobb County.
- Post 6 – Jerry Nix, Chairman
- Post 7 – Connie Engel
The members representing Post 6 and Post 7 are appointed by a majority vote of the other five members for terms of four years, and at least one of the members representing Post 6 and Post 7 is required to be a resident of Cobb County at the time of appointment and throughout the term of office.
- Post 1 – R. Steven Tumlin
Board Meeting Dates
The Authority meets bi-monthly on the fourth Wednesday at 9:30 a.m.
May 21 2025 (Cobb Galleria Centre)
July 23, 2025 (Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre)
September 24, 2025 (Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre)
November 19, 2025 (Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre)
Committees
The Authority has subcommittees which meet at the Cobb Galleria Centre or Cobb Energy Centre. Scheduled committee meetings are posted on the website once confirmed.
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Real Estate
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- Robert P. Voyles, Chair
- Joseph B. Atkins
- Connie Engel
Next Committee Meeting:
- May 20 at 10:30 a.m. (Cobb Galleria Centre)
- June 17 at 10:30 a.m. (Cobb Galleria Centre)
- July 22 at 10:30 a.m. (Cobb Galleria Centre
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Personnel & Finance
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- Jerry Nix, Chair
- Derek Norton
- Connie Engel