2011 annual report [2011]

GEORGIA WORLD CONGRESS CENTER AUTHORITY
2011 ANNUAL REPORT
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The Georgia World Congress Center Authority welcomed over 7 million guests during Fiscal Year 11, which generated an economic impact of $1.75 billion.

Table of contents

Mission Statement

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Director's Report

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Georgia World Congress Center

Year In Review

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What Our Customers Have To Say

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Georgia Dome

Year In Review

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What Our Customers Have To Say

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Centennial Olympic Park

Year In Review

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What Our Customers Have To Say

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Financials

Georgia World Congress Center

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Georgia Dome

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Centennial Olympic Park

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Direct Profit To Georgia

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GWCCA Employment Team

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GWCC Authority Members

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(top-bottom) Over 43,000 Primerica attendees utilize all twelve exhibit halls, both ballrooms, all three auditoriums and ample meeting rooms in the GWCC as well as the Georgia Dome. Michael Turner rushes for the Atlanta Falcons. Googie Burger celebrates the spirit of Atlanta and Centennial Olympic Park with an iconic and beloved food classic the burger. Located adjacent to the Park's Fountain of Rings, patrons can take pleasure in all the action while devouring a delicious Googie Burger.
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Mission
The State of Georgia established the Georgia World Congress Center Authority to develop and operate the Georgia World Congress Center, the Georgia Dome, Centennial Olympic Park, and related facilities. These facilities exist for the primary purpose of promoting and facilitating events and activities that generate economic benefits to the citizens of the State of Georgia and the City of Atlanta as well as enhance the quality of life for every Georgian.
Vision
Our vision is to constantly earn our reputation as one of the world's finest convention, sports and entertainment venues. Every day we exemplify our steadfast commitment to excellence in our expertise, efficiency and quality of service. Our vision is to lead our industry through innovation; to operate successfully in an ethical manner; to satisfy our customers' expectations with motivated, service-oriented employees; to provide a safe, clean environment; and to foster both the personal and professional growth of our people.
Values
To achieve our vision, we make our customers the focus of all we do. We take pride in providing friendly and courteous service to our guests and customers. We strive constantly to improve productivity and to promote the best interests of the Georgia World Congress Center, the Georgia Dome, and Centennial Olympic Park.

"Our campus welcomed over 5.7 million guests in FY 11. These visitors generated approximately $141 million in local and state tax revenue and provided a total economic impact of $1.75 billion. The convention/tradeshow and hospitality industry supported over 18,560 jobs for the State of Georgia."
Frank Poe, GWCCA Executive Director
director's report
The Georgia World Congress Center Authority (GWCCA) ended Fiscal Year (FY) 2011 on a triumphant note. The campus reported positive net income despite a projected loss of $1.5 million at the Georgia World Congress Center (GWCC). The convention center was able to turn its projected loss into a $1.8 million profit and the campus as a whole ended the year with a profit of $16.3 million. This positive variance can be attributed to a number of factors including our staff's continued focus on operational efficiencies, improving revenue development and event sales.
Our campus welcomed over 5.7 million guests in FY 11. These visitors generated approximately $141 million in local and state tax revenue and provided a total economic impact of $1.75 billion. The convention/ tradeshow and hospitality industry supported over 18,560 jobs for the State of Georgia.
Our FY 11 consolidated financial report for the GWCCA includes total revenue of $111 million with expenditures of $95 million and a net income before depreciation of $16.3 million.
We received the third and final study results from Populous Architects which focused on the feasibility of building an open-air stadium on the GWCCA campus as well as the sustainability of the Georgia Dome for the next 20 years. Following requests from the Atlanta Falcons, our Authority is actively engaged in discussions for the potential development of an open-air stadium on the GWCCA's campus.
The GWCCA Board of Governors adopted a Centennial Olympic Park Preservation Statement in FY 11. The statement outlines the Authority's commitment to preserving the original purpose and design intent of the Park as a lasting legacy to the 1996 Olympic Games.
Also during FY 11, our staff commenced the process for building a campus wide strategic plan. Representatives from all three venues explored options for growth, operational improvements and how to better serve our customers in the coming years. With FY 11 as the exploratory and research phase, a plan will be finalized in FY 12.
The following report highlights the GWCCA's accomplishments and financial performance of FY 11.
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year in review

(left photo) College football fans attend the SEC FanFare in Building C prior to the Southeastern Conference Football Championship Game at the Georgia Dome, just one
example of the convenient layout of the GWCCA 200-acre campus. (right photos: left to right) Consumers get a sneak peak at over 500 new 2011 import and domestic cars, trucks, vans and SUVs at the Atlanta International Auto Show. The American Veterinary Medical Association hosts veterinarians from all over the country who work in both private and public practice. Former President Bill Clinton addresses members of the charter school community at the National Alliance for Public Charter Schools. With 112 courts spanning the exhibit halls of Buildings A and B, the Big South National Qualifier is the largest indoor volleyball tournament held on a single weekend in North America. The National Association of Convenience Stores, which serves the convenience and petroleum retailing industry, welcomes 22,000 attendees to the convention center.

THE STAFF'S DEDICATION TO REDUCING EXPENSES AND INCREASING REVENUE TURNED THE SCENARIO AROUND AND THE YEAR ENDED WITH A $1.8 MILLION OPERATING PROFIT.

Fiscal Year 2011 was another financially challenging

The GWCC launched a digital signage partnership

Conference and Exposition (PITTCON), Primerica

to the Building A security system and more.

year, but it ended on a high note. The 35-year-old

program in FY 11. A total of twenty-nine 46" and two

Convention and Custom Electronic Design

Sustainability continues to be a focus in the

facility began the year with a projected loss of $1.5

32" monitors plus one 36 ft. x 10.5 ft. outdoor digital

& Installation Association (CEDIA). GWCC

facility's day-to-day operations. A sustainability

million. The staff's dedication to reducing expenses

billboard were installed to assist customers with

managed back-to-back-to-back mega-shows

coordinator was hired this year to manage these

and increasing revenue turned the scenario around

internal directions as well as increase sponsorship

during the busy fall season. National Association

efforts. Accomplishments for the year included

and the year ended with a $1.8 million operating

opportunities and corporate advertising. A total

of Convenience Stores, National Business Aviation

switching from disposables to china in the

profit. Levy Restaurants, the facility's food and

of $68,900 was generated from sponsorship and

Association and FABTECH each occupied 1 million

employee cafeteria, furthering the education of

beverage partner, had a strong year producing

advertising initiatives in FY 11.

square feet of gross exhibit space and generated a

the staff, receiving grant money for an exhibit hall

$1,181,365 revenue over budget. Additionally, utility services had a net gain of $725,953 over budget for the year and exhibitor spending on these services plus food and beverage and parking improved the convention center's bottom line.
The Georgia World Congress Center (GWCC) and the Atlanta Convention & Visitors Bureau (ACVB) were successful in implementing a one

The GWCC hosted 49 major trade shows and conventions, 13 public/consumer shows and 197 meetings, corporate events, sporting events, graduations, concerts and more. The convention center welcomed 1,134,442 attendees. A few of the major events from FY 11 included American Farm Bureau Federation 2011 Annual Convention, Seventh Day Adventist 59th Session of the General

combined total revenue of over $6.3 million.
As always, care and maintenance of the facility is of utmost importance. The most significant project of FY 11 was the renovation of Building A's kitchen. Originally installed in 1976, the kitchen received a major renovation which resulted in a more flexible cooking arrangement. Additional improvements included an upgrade to the building automation

lighting retrofit, enforcing our reduced vehicle idling policy and creating an Environmental Strategic Planning team to identify sustainability goals for the campus in coming years. Through recycling (plastic, paper, glass, aluminum, cardboard, wood pallets, grease and durable goods), composting and donating food the convention center diverted a total of 682 tons of waste from the landfill.

percent increase to the hotel/motel tax. This tax will be used to fund a marketing effort to increase city wide business for Atlanta.
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Conference, American Veterinary Medical Association, International Woodworking Fair, CheerSport National Championship, American College of Rheumatology, Microsoft TechEd, Pittsburgh

system, renovation of the Red Parking Deck

The GWCC team continues to look for ways to reduce

stairwell, renovation of the Brown Parking Lot,

expenses and increase revenue while improving

improvements to the employee cafeteria, an

services to our customers.

upgrade to the fire alarm system, enhancements 5

What our customers have to say

"We're very impressed with the staff and management of the GWCC and Omni. I truly appreciated the time and energy they put into making things run as smooth as possible. I give the GWCC top marks."
American Farm Bureau Federation

"I wanted to write to thank you for helping to make WrestleMania 27 the absolute success that it was on so many levels. We very much value our partnership with you and the very special and meaningful relationship that WWE has developed with Atlanta. Thank you for all of your key support and assistance at the GWCC!"
WWE
"Thank you so much for all of your help, patience and stellar performance for me at this year's IWF. I can't thank you enough for helping to make me look good."
International Woodworking Fair

"Thank you for the extraordinary efforts of your staff at the Georgia World Congress Center. As the Atlanta Metro area froze to a halt due to an unusual winter storm, the American Farm Bureau Federation's Annual Meeting continued with hardly a hitch. This is a credit to you and your staff members, who made their way to work every day on near-impassable roads and kept our large group of attendee's warm, fed, safe and productive."
American Farm Bureau Federation
The GWCC staff and facility is one of the best in the country. Our event was successful because of your GWCC team.
FABTECH

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"Overwhelmingly, we have received positive feedback about the show from both our exhibitors and attendees and are hearing that this was the best show ever. There are many facets to delivering a show the size of the NACS show, but to pull it off with best show ever praise, is no small feat."
The Association for Convenience & Petroleum Retailing
"Thank you for an amazing job performed by you and your staff. I have extremely high service expectations and I hope that I wasn't too much of a pest. Everything was absolutely to our liking; all of our needs were timely met and the meeting was a great success."
Columbia Residential

"Thank you very much for all of your hard work on this past Bronner Bros. International Hair Show. I really appreciate all your help and I am looking forward to working with you again in the future. You were right there, helping out whenever and wherever was needed during the show."
Bronner Bros. International Hair Show
(left photo) Twenty-six thousand members of the business aviation community attend National Business Aviation Association, which promotes the aviation interests of organizations utilizing general aviation aircraft for business purposes. (right photos: left to right) Hundreds of boats fill the halls of Building C every January attracting boat enthusiasts from all over the Southeast. Over 22,000 professionals attend Custom Electronic Design & Installation Association (CEDIA) for the most up-to-date information on home electronic system planning and installation. Former President George W. Bush speaks to members of the convenience and petroleum retailing industry at the National Association of Convenience Stores. Located in downtown Atlanta since 1947, the Bronner Bros. International Hair Show highlights the latest in styling products twice a year at the Georgia World Congress Center.
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year in review

(left photo) The Atlanta Falcons take on the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the Georgia Dome. (right photos: left to right) Winston-Salem State University prepares to march in the 2011 Honda Battle of the Bands. Sandy Creek High School raises their state championship trophy. Over 20,000 people witness the inaugural Stand Campaign. LSU and North Carolina face off in the annual Chick-fil-A Kick Off Game. El Toro Loco jumps a set of cars at the annual MonsterJam show.

The Dome was responsible for generating more than $267 million in economic impact.

They are the first ones here and the last ones to leave. Hours before fans fill the Georgia Dome, Team Dome is meticulously inspecting 1.6 million square feet of event space. Long after the dramatics of the event are done and the roar of cheering fans has quieted, the team is still hard at work to make sure the venue is ready to welcome guests the next day.
The hours are long and odd, and the work may not be glamorous, but Team Dome wouldn't have it any other way. In their eyes, it's all worth it. "The most rewarding part of our job is when a customer takes the time to say that they feel welcome and comfortable in the Dome, because in the end, that's what we are here for, we are totally devoted to serve," said 16-year Dome veteran Pat White, Building Services Manger of the facility.
And serve they did, welcoming more than 1.5 million visitors during 188 licensed use days,
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including 37 major publicly ticketed events. Highlighted by the Super Bowl of Sports Entertainment, Wrestlemania XXVII, a Falcons playoff game vs. the eventual World Champion, Green Bay Packers, two International soccer matches, and the inaugural season of Georgia State University football, the Dome was responsible for generating more than $267 million in economic impact.
While delivering on its tradition of service excellence, throughout the fiscal year the Dome further defined its brand by reinforcing other core values including safety, sustainability, and technology:
Team Dome is committed to creating a safe, comfortable and enjoyable event day experience. This past year, the NFL's unannounced audit of our security best practice operations once again ranked us in the highest scoring category among the 31 NFL stadiums. In addition, full time staff members underwent Emergency Response and

Automated External Defibrillators (AED) training and additional AED machines were permanently installed throughout the Dome.
Team Dome is improving the quality of life for future generations by choosing to be environ mentally responsible. During the past fiscal year, the Dome collected over 84 tons of recyclable materials due in part to new initiatives such as placing recycling containers throughout all public areas for every event, baling cardboard, and donating to food banks.

the Dome's mobile concierge service. This user friendly `app' allows attendees to select a location within the facility through a comprehensive, intuitive directory of many of the Dome's features and service offerings.
The Dome continued to grow its social media platforms as part of an integrated communication strategy. Facebook saw a growth of 501% while Twitter followers grew 426% over the previous year. The addition of a Dome specific YouTube Channel had over 150,000 views in its first year.

Team Dome is leading the stadium industry in

Through the diversity of the events hosted, the Georgia

fan engagement through innovative new media.

Dome continues to be at the forefront of the stadium

Embracing emerging technologies to enhance

industry. By keeping to its core values of safety, service,

the customer experience, the Dome introduced

sustainability and technology the Dome continues to

the use of Quick Response Codes (QR Codes),

meet its mission of providing an enhanced quality of

a first for a major United States sporting venue.

life for all citizens while driving economic impact to

Located throughout the facility, when scanned by

the city of Atlanta and the State of Georgia.

a smart phone, QR Codes provide direct access to

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what our customers have to say

"You have an incredible staff and team there. It is a pleasure to deal with such professionals."
International Soccer

"I wanted to extend an Andre-the-Giant-sized thank you to your team for your tireless efforts in producing one of the most memorable live events EVER--bar none. You should be very proud of what we collectively accomplished."
WWE Live Events
"I was very impressed with the Dome employees. It made me proud to be a Falcon fan. All of the ladies at the gate were so friendly. They were taking the time to speak to fans and going out of their way to be friendly and welcoming. The first people we encountered inside were the same way. I was really impressed and felt proud."
NFL Fan
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"I want to again express my thanks and appreciation to you and your entire staff for the outstanding service and commitment to Georgia State Football. Our inaugural football season was a success because of the teamwork between our two organizations"
Georgia State University Football
"I wanted to say thank you for taking excellent care of us. We feel that the Dome went beyond their responsibility on accommodating the new security issues from Monster Jam. The way the Dome handled the entire situation was very professional and accommodating. My husband and I were very pleased with the way we were treated."
MonsterJam Fan

"I would like to take this time to say thank you for your superb services that were provided during our 59th General Conference Session June 23 July 3, 2010. As anticipated, this turned out to be a huge undertaking but with your well coordinated assistance I am glad to report that it was a wonderful success!! An event of this magnitude requires many hours of advanced planning and I am sure I speak for our management team in reporting that our partnership with you was above and beyond the call of duty."
Seventh Day Adventist
"We would like to personally thank you and your staff for providing outstanding service last evening at our suite. The food was excellent and enjoyed by our guests."
Georgia State Football Fan

"I just wanted to express sincere gratitude for your excellent performance leading up to the game. Even with the tremendous pressure of working in such an ever changing environment that this game seemed to encompass, you were totally unflappable. Handling everything that was thrown your way with cool professionalism and a determination to find a solution made all of us look good."
International Soccer
"I wanted to let you know how impressed we were with everyone associated with the Georgia Dome. Your people were amazing. We were greeted daily with smiling faces and everyone was very helpful."
SEC Basketball Fan
(left photo) Georgia State University kicks off their inaugural season of football vs. Shorter College. (right photos: left to right) 62,292 attendees pack the Georgia Dome for WrestleMania XXVII, including fans from all 50 states and 30 different countries. Strayer University hosts its graduation inside the Georgia Dome. Mexico and Bosnia battle on the pitch in an international friendly soccer match.
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year in review

(left photo) Centennial Olympic Park's 4th of July Celebration is the place to be on Independence Day. (right photos: left to right) Coca-Cola employees celebrate the company's 125th anniversary with a day of fun and an exclusive concert at the Park. The highlight of Centennial Olympic Park's 4th of July Celebration is the Fireworks Spectacular. Atlanta's longest running free concert series entertains music lovers every Wednesday, April through September in the Park's Southern Company Amphitheater. The Park's Fourth Saturday Family Fun Days continue to provide free, entertaining, interactive and educational activities for children of all ages. The Park hosts the start and finish of the Walk to Defeat ALS.

the park is part of the olympics' $5 billion economic impact on the city.

Centennial Olympic Park continued its string of hosting quality, annual public events in FY 11. For the fourth time in three years, ESPN's Game Day broadcast was in the Park highlighting Atlanta, a college football game at the Georgia Dome and of course, the Park. In addition to this national broadcast, the Park hosted a wide range of nationally recognized events, including: the Purina Dog Challenge, National Black Arts Festival, Coca-Cola's 125th Anniversary Celebration, World Wrestling Entertainment's ticket pre-sale party and the Major League Baseball Wanna Play children's festival. The Park also served the Atlanta charity community by hosting events such as Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society and Crohn's and Colitis. Finally, promotional road shows were again a strong piece of the Park's FY 11 event mix. A total of 17 promotions chose the Park to market their products and/or

services, including Wal-Mart, Avon, Blackberry, Disney and Ford.
As has been the case over the last two years, due to the extension of the ice rink season, the Park self-produced 164 event days for a total of 213. The Park's self-produced events, including the Fourth of July Celebration, Wednesday WindDown, Music @ Noon, Fourth Saturday Family Fun Day and Atlanta's only outdoor ice rink, continue to anchor the Park's event offerings. This wide mix of events, with something happening in all 12 months of the year, is integral to having a venue that is clean, safe and actively programmed.
Centennial Olympic Park, much like downtown Atlanta and the area surrounding it, continues to transition and grow. In recent years, the Park has received requests for commercial development in-

side its boundaries. Because of this, in June 2011, the Georgia World Congress Center Authority Board of Governors adopted a Centennial Olympic Park Preservation Statement. The statement outlines the Authority's commitment to preserve the original purpose and design intent of the Park as the lasting legacy to the 1996 Olympic Games.
With Centennial Olympic Park celebrating fifteen years since the games, economists have taken this occasion to measure its impact. According to Harvey Newman, professor of public policy at Georgia State University, "One of the most prominent legacies of the games is Centennial Olympic Park in the heart of Atlanta. The 21-acre plaza glistens in what was an area of urban decay, and children run and linger in the fountain." Newman goes on to say, "The area surrounding the park has added major hotels, condominiums, new office

structures and, of course, people continue to flock to enjoy the Olympic rings fountain. The park is part of the Olympics' $5 billion economic impact on the city. The games also planted the seeds for new tourist attractions, including the Georgia Aquarium." Central Atlanta Progress estimates the Park's direct impact on revitalization of the area immediately surrounding the Park at $2.1 billion.
The Park's core principles - keeping our 21-acres clean, safe and actively programmed - allows us to provide a welcoming green space for the entire community, while enhancing the offerings of the Georgia World Congress Center and Georgia Dome. Centennial Olympic Park will continue its mission as the lasting legacy of the 1996 Centennial Olympic Games, triggering economic growth and impact on the surrounding area.

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what our customers have to say

"My personal thanks to each of you - you moved people and created positive Coca-Cola memories. Thanks not only for what you did, but for the spirit you displayed throughout the process!! Well done, and many, many thanks!"
The Coca-Cola Company

"I'd like to thank you and your staff again for helping... You are all truly professional and most helpful."
Friends of Herman Cain
"Thank you so very much for a wonderful experience! You and your team were wonderful to plan with and I so appreciate you being available on Sunday to assist with requests and answer questions. Additionally your onsite team was friendly, helpful and great; very accommodating with ensuring we had the best set up. The space was perfect for our group. Thank you again for a wonderful experience!"
W Atlanta Downtown
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"Just want to thank you for your help and support in prep for our shoot yesterday. You've been a delight to work with. We completed all we needed to do yesterday and the park provided a visually stunning backdrop. Thanks again for letting us film there."
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints
"So Great! All of your staff was fantastic!... We shot a great opening scene for our Atlanta episode and want to thank you for making it a smooth process for us! I hope we were not too much of an inconvenience for the staff or the public... Thanks again!"
Long Pond Media for the Food Network

"Nothing but "Top Shelf" stuff going on at Centennial Olympic Park. The evening was perfect... As always, another winner."
Southeast Festivals and Events
"I am in awe of what this team produced this past weekend. We went from zero to 125 miles per hour in record time and created some very special Coca-Cola moments through the Family Fest and Concert for the associates, partners and consumers.
As the final walk-thru of Centennial Olympic Park was this morning, we are now well and truly finished, so I wanted to send you all my personal thanks for a job well done. You not only made it happen, but did so with passion, pride and

professionalism. You came together as one team, made it look easy, and left everyone smiling.
It is the mark of a successful event when the vendors, contractors, and all who experienced its creation and execution are still happy at the end of the process. We have achieved that on all levels. Thank you for helping to celebrate this once-in-a-lifetime milestone."
The Coca-Cola Company
(left photo) Some of the most talented dogs from around the country make their way to the Park to participate in the Purina Incredible Dog Challenge. (right photos: left to right) America's Got Talent video shoot in the Park showcases one of Atlanta's most iconic locations. The Aids Memorial Quilt is displayed on the Great Lawn at Centennial Olympic Park. Young people enjoy the Civil Rights Game Youth Summit "Wanna Play?" event at Centennial Olympic Park. LSU and North Carolina fans enjoy ESPN College Game Day at Centennial Olympic Park.
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GWCC REVENUE & EXPENSE REPORT

operating revenue Rent Utility Services Parking Food Services H/M GWCC Miscellaneous Subtotal

10,574,087 6,576,554 3,385,601 6,920,974 4,053,150 2,375,577 33,885,943

non-operating revenue

H/M Tax - ACVB

9,460,152

Transfer from Prior Year Reserves 1,368,674

Contributed Equipment

1,076,299

Transfer From Other Agencies

531,495

Subtotal

12,436,620

Total Revenue

46,322,563

OPERATING REVENUE
35

Rent 31%

30

25

Misc. 7% H/M GWCC 12% Food Services 21%
Parking 10% Utility Services 19%

20

15

10

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OPERATING EXPENSES
60

Personal Services 54%

50

40

Per Diem/Fees/Contracts 8% Equipment/Other 4%
Regular Operating 34%

30

20

10

0

operating expenses Personal Services Regular Operating Equipment/Other Per Diem/Fees/Contracts Subtotal Net Operating Profit

16,589,743 10,597,406
1,311,670 2,464,944 30,963,763 2,922,180

non-operating expenses

ACVB H/M Tax

9,460,152

Capital/Renovation Projects

1,900,169

Contributed Equipment

692,769

Transfer to COP/Others

1,501,011

Subtotal

13,554,100

Total Expense

44,517,864

Net Income Before Depreciation 1,804,699

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economic impact

In Fiscal Year 2011, the Georgia World Congress Center welcomed 1.1 million attendees. These visitors generated an estimated $770 million "new dollars" for the local and state economy. According to a Georgia State University study conducted by the Andrew Young School of Policy Studies, these visitors spent "new dollars" in Georgia restaurants, hotels, retail shops and on entertainment, generating a total economic impact of almost $1.5 billion. The facility generated more than $118 million in new tax revenue. Events held at the GWCC in FY 11 sustained over 15,500 jobs totaling personal income of $545 million for the state's workforce

GWCC economic activity

"New Dollars"

767,248,826

Total Economic Impact 1,481,263,498

Personal Income

544,605,371

Employment

15,571

tax revenues

Georgia Sales Tax

39,509,052

Local Sales Tax

36,334,025

Hotel/Motel Tax

17,799,503

Personal Income Tax/Other 24,596,334

Total

118,238,914

prior 3 year economic summary

2008

2009

2010

"New Dollars" Generated

1,558,641,553 1,179,702,700 1,195,355,289

Total Impact of "New Dollars" 2,555,741,507 1,943,308,312 1,955,454,789

State Local Hotel/Motel Total

109,734,650 48,652,215 47,291,519
205,678,384

83,803,959 37,355,492 35,018,298 156,177,749

84,420,586 37,641,616 34,593,656 156,655,858

Revenue & Expense Report
Rent, food services and utility services remain the primary sources of operating revenue for the Georgia World Congress Center accounting for a total of 71 percent of all operating revenue in Fiscal Year 2011. Rent served as the largest revenue generator, accounting for 31 percent of the income followed by food services at 21 percent and utility services at 19 percent. Operating revenue for the year totaled almost $34 million. With a projected loss of $1.5 million, the year ended with a profit of $1.8 million due to reduced expenses and additional revenue generated through new bookings.

fiscal year 2011: GWCC attendance

49 Major Tradeshows & Conventions

539,680

13 Public/Consumer Shows

215,589

197 Meetings, Corporate Events & others

379,173

Total Attendance

1,134,442

Total Out of State Attendance

709,959

Total Number of Out-of-State Visitor Days 2,164,503

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DOME REVENUE & EXPENSE REPORT

operating revenue Rent Utility Services Parking Food Services Advertising Seat/Suite License Fees Miscellaneous Subtotal

10,428,636 146,559 766,791
7,565,363 3,992,755 18,182,981
766,594 41,849,678

non-operating revenue

Transfer from Prior Year Reserves 1,167,438

H/M Tax

18,040,355

Contributed Equipment

857,942

Subtotal

20,065,735

Total Revenue

61,915,413

OPERATING revenue
50

Seat/Suite License Fees 43%

40

30

Utility Services/Misc. 2%

Advertising 10% Food Services18% Parking 2%
Rent 25%

20

10

0

OPERATING EXPENSES
25

20

15

10

5

0

operating expenses Personal Services Regular Operating Equipment/Other Contractual: Game Tickets Brokerage Commissions Contractual Falcons Per Diem/Fees/Contracts Subtotal Net Operating Profit

8,825,329 6,142,132
657,062 8,456,608 4,244,899 6,328,241 3,569,070 38,223,341 3,626,337

non-operating expenses

Capital/Renovation Projects

1,411,608

Contributed Equipment

648,401

Debt Service Interest Expense

6,840,319

Subtotal

8,900,328

Total Expense

47,123,669

Net Income Before Depreciation 14,791,744

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Per Diem/Fees/Contracts 9% Contractual Falcons 17%
Brokerage Commissions 11% Contractual: Game Tickets 22%
Equipment/Other 2% Regular Operating 16% Personal Services 23%

economic impact

During Fiscal Year 2011, the Georgia Dome welcomed more than 1.5 million visitors during 188 licensed use days. According to a study conducted by Georgia State University's Andrew Young School of Policy Studies, the stadium generated $139 million "new dollars" and had a total economic impact of $267 million for the State of Georgia. Additionally, activities at the Georgia Dome raised over $22 million in new tax revenue and sustained almost 3,000 jobs totaling personal income of almost $98 million for the state's workforce.

Dome economic activity

"New Dollars"

139,319,006

Total Economic Impact

267,150,435

Personal Income

97,769,767

Employment

2,989

tax revenues Georgia Sales Tax Local Sales Tax Hotel/Motel Tax Personal Income Tax/Other Total

7,674,881 7,094,821 3,177,694 4,439,727 22,387,123

prior 3 year economic summary

2008

2009

"New Dollars" Generated

186,921,689 190,561,092

Total Impact of "New Dollars" 285,883,949 295,709,909

2010 224,650,253 348,550,611

State Local Hotel/Motel Total

13,131,370 6,105,027 4,879,772 24,116,169

13,611,597 6,354,760 4,841,362 24,807,719

15,985,015 7,446,341 5,612,903 29,044,259

Revenue & Expense Report

In Fiscal Year 2011, seat and suite license fees remained the largest contributor to the facility's operating revenue accounting for 43 percent. Rent, food services and advertising accounted for a collective 53 percent of the operating revenue with rent accounting for 25 percent, food 18 percent and advertising 10 percent. Operating revenue for the year totaled $42 million and the year concluded with a $14.8 million profit.

fiscal year 2011: dome attendance 11 Atlanta Falcons Games 7 Georgia State University Games 19 Other Football Games 6 Entertainment Events 1 Basketball Championship 2 Soccer Matches 20 Commencement Ceremonies 31 Other Events Total Attendance Total Out of State Attendance Total Number of Out-of-State Visitor Days

647,356 75,671
309,326 246,489 32,969
65,314 99,246 57,601 1,533,972 403,198 641,106
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PARK REVENUE & EXPENSE REPORT
operating revenue Rent Utility Services Food Services Sponsorship Miscellaneous Subtotal

242,353 34,235 457,635 270,038 20,829 1,025,090

non-operating revenue

Transfer from Prior Year Reserves 31,430

Transfer from GWCC

1,386,942

Contributed Equipment

34,480

Transfer from Other Agencies

567,697

Subtotal

2,020,548

Subtotal

3,045,638

OPERATING revenue
50

Sponsorship 26% Food Services 45%
Rent 24%

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30

20

Misc. 2% Utility Services 3$

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OPERATING EXPENSES
60

Personal Services 54%

50

40

Per Diem/Fees/Contracts 15% Equipment/Other 2%
Regular Operating 29%

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20

10

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operating expenses Personal Services Regular Operating Equipment/Other Per Diem/Fees/Contracts Subtotal Net Operating Loss

1,425,030 781,257 51,500 408,097
2,665,884 (1,640,794)

non-operating expenses

Capital/Renovation Projects

599,806

Contributed Equipment

34,480

Subtotal

634,286

Total Expense

3,300,170

Net Loss Before Depreciation (254,532)

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revenue & expenses report
Food Services accounted for 45 percent of the Park's operating revenue in Fiscal Year 2011. Sponsorship accounted for 26 percent, rent 24 percent and utility services and miscellaneous accounted for the remaining five percent. Located between the Georgia World Congress Center and the downtown hotel district, Centennial Olympic Park continues to welcome visitors headed to the convention center and to serve as a community gathering place with free programming year round.
(left to right photos) The Visitor Center is home to the commemorative brick locator kiosks, audio walking tour and the Information Desk. The Visitor center is staffed by friendly volunteers who are available to answer questions about the Park and Atlanta. Fiesta Atlanta is the city's largest Hispanic outdoor festival. The event takes place every Cinco de Mayo weekend at the Park in the heart of Atlanta. In conjunction with the Million Dollar Round Table Annual Meeting at the Georgia World Congress Center, the Park hosts a private concert in the Southern Company Amphitheater. Park volunteers play a vital role in preserving Centennial Olympic Park's legacy and donate the gift of community service to ensure everyone has a memorable visit.
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georgia world congress center authority
Direct profit to georgia

Each year the Georgia World Congress Center Authority welcomes millions of guests who attend trade shows, sporting events, conventions, corporate meetings and other events. When attendees, exhibitors and show managers visit Atlanta for events on the GWCCA campus they spend "new dollars" that contribute to the state's economy.
The chart below highlights net profit to the State of Georgia during the past decade. After paying debt service and operating expenses for Fiscal Year 2011, the State of Georgia realized a net profit of over $46 million.
The Georgia World Congress Center Authority sustains thousands of jobs and pumps millions of dollars into the state's economy thus fulfilling its mission to generate economic benefits to the citizens of the State of Georgia and the City of Atlanta as well as to enhance the quality of life for every Georgian.

direct profit to georgia

Date

Operating - Operating = Operating

Revenue

Expense

Profit

Tax

- Debt = State

Direct Profit

Revenue

Service

Profitto Georgia

2002 29,298,755

26,039,749

3,259,006

65,230,311

46,164,521

19,065,790

22,324,796

2003 30,868,814

29,396,282

1,472,532

70,219,908

38,796,511

31,423,397

32,895,929

2004 29,628,125

28,104,740

1,523,385

76,246,050

40,207,304

36,038,746

37,562,131

2005 28,671,882

30,641,032

-1,969,150

83,512,721

41,435,601

42,077,120

40,107,970

2006 39,721,815

32,389,842

7,331,973

104,141,534 40,579,064

63,562,470

70,894,443

2007 73,487,283

67,695,083

5,792,200

129,213,843

40,709,070

88,504,773

94,296,973

2008 78,925,903

68,707,062

10,218,841 122,866,019

37,530,305

85,335,714

95,554,555

2009 69,901,524

64,136,324

5,765,200

97,415,555

34,731,065

62,684,490

68,449,690

2010 67,926,966

62,416,159

5,510,807 100,405,601

36,921,791

63,483,810

68,994,617

2011 75,735,621

69,187,104

6,548,517

76,219,994*

36,691,726

39,528,268

46,076,785*

Direct profit to Georgia is calculated by adding operating proft/loss and state profit. Starting in 2007, Georgia Dome profit and tax revenue included. *An updated economic impact model was utilized by Georgia State University's Andrew Young School of Policy Studies.

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"After paying debt service and operating expenses for Fiscal Year 2011, the State of Georgia realized a net profit of over $46 million."
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The GWCC Employment Team

The staff of the Georgia World Congress Center Authority continued to make the customer the focus of everything they did during FY 2011.
There were 415 full-time employees in FY 11--271 at the Georgia World Congress Center, 117 at the Georgia Dome and 27 at Centennial Olympic Park.
Part-time staff contributed 661,236 hours of labor during the year the equivalent of 318 full-time employees. Their contribution was an integral part of the success of the facility.

Employees attended 11,632 hours of training during FY 11. Curriculum focused on job-specific aspects of positions, customer service, leadership, computer training and management techniques.

workforce diversity

Caucasian African American Other Male Female

GWCCA 23% 70% 7% 63% 37%

Metro Atlanta 53% 35% 12% 49% 51%

The GWCC Authority Membership 2011

BOARD OF GOVERNORS
Bob Prather - Chairman Gray Television, Inc.
David Allman Regent Partners, LLC
Jeff Anderson Huron Consulting Group
Taz Anderson Taz Anderson Realty Company
John Downs The Coca-Cola Company
Mike Garrett Georgia Power Company
Anne Hennessy Hennessy Investments
Glenn Hicks First Beacon Investments
Lee Hunter MidTown Vending, LLC
Tim Lowe Lowe Engineers

Gary Smith Strategic Value Properties, LLC
Doug Tollett Douglas Management Company
John Watson TPA Realty Services
Dee Yancey State Mutual Insurance Company
LEGISLATIVE OVERVIEW COMMITTEE Senator Judson Hill - Chairman Senator Don Balfour Senator Bill Hamrick Senator Jeff E. Mullis Senator Chip Pearson Senator Ronald Ramsey Representative Mark Butler Representative Matt Dollar Representative Chuck Martin Representative Larry "Butch" Parrish Representative Donna Sheldon Representative Ron Stephens

(top to bottom photos) Hosted at the Georgia World Congress Center, the International Woodworking Fair brings the material processing and design industries together for four days every other year. The Auburn Tigers and the South Carolina Gamecocks face off in the SEC Championship Game. The Cuervo Games take over Centennial Olympic Park.

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2011
Georgia World Congress Center Authority 285 Andrew Young International Blvd. N.W. Atlanta, Georgia 30313-1591 www.gwcc.com www.gadome.com www.centennialpark.com
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GWCCA annual report 2011