Kennesaw Unplugged: Mayor Derek Easterling Addresses Business Owners at KBA January Luncheon
- Pierre R Michel
- Jan 24, 2024
- 4 min read
Updated: Dec 14, 2025
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A Signature Moment for Kennesaw’s Business Community
Events like the Kennesaw Business Association January Luncheon carry more weight than a typical networking gathering. When the Mayor addresses local business owners, the room represents leadership, economic direction, and community trust all in one place.
These moments move quickly. The challenge for organizations isn’t hosting the event, it’s making sure the importance of the moment is captured accurately and professionally. Without thoughtful coverage, the impact fades as soon as the room clears.
That’s why documenting civic and business leadership events requires intention, experience, and preparation.
The Challenge of Capturing Leadership Events the Right Way
High-profile speakers, full rooms, and tight schedules leave very little margin for error. Lighting conditions are rarely ideal, key moments happen without warning, and audience engagement can be just as important as what’s happening on stage.
When event photography is treated as an afterthought, the images often fail to reflect the significance of the gathering. Strong leadership moments deserve more than casual documentation.
Professional planning ensures those moments are preserved with clarity and purpose.
Mayor Derek Easterling’s State of the City Address
Each January, Mayor Derek Easterling delivers the State of the City address, one of the most anticipated moments on Kennesaw’s civic calendar. This year’s luncheon drew a packed audience, underscoring the business community’s interest in the city’s direction and future initiatives.
Mayor Easterling spoke candidly about ongoing challenges while outlining infrastructure projects and long-term development plans. Capturing this address required attention to both the speaker and the audience response, documenting not just the message but the engagement in the room.
These images become part of the city’s visual record and help extend the message beyond those in attendance.
Celebrating New Leadership at the Kennesaw Business Association
The January luncheon also marked an important transition within the Kennesaw Business Association. Quinton Austin, the newly appointed KBA president, was recognized during his first month in office.
Leadership milestones like this often pass quickly during busy agendas, yet they are meaningful moments for organizations and their members. Professional event coverage ensures these transitions are documented in a way that reflects their importance and professionalism.
Community Partners, Sponsorship, and Local Support
The success of the luncheon was supported by strong local partnerships. Copeland’s of New Orleans provided catering that added warmth and familiarity to the gathering, creating an inviting atmosphere for conversation and connection.
The event was generously sponsored by LOUD Security, with John Loud not only supporting the luncheon but also engaging attendees with a timely security offering. Sponsorship moments like these are key opportunities for visibility and relationship-building within the business community.
Well-executed event photography ensures sponsors and partners are represented clearly and professionally.
Why Professional Event Coverage Matters for Civic and Business Events
Civic and business events are about more than a single day. They shape public perception, reinforce leadership, and strengthen community ties. Professional photography plays a quiet but critical role in extending that impact.
When coverage is planned in advance, photographers can anticipate key moments, position themselves strategically, and capture images that serve long-term communication needs. These photos are used for websites, press releases, social media, and future event promotion.
For organizations, early planning turns event photography into a lasting asset rather than a missed opportunity.
Event Images, Vendors, and Next Steps
The KBA January Luncheon and State of the City address highlighted the strength, leadership, and collaboration within Kennesaw’s business community. Headshot Solutions & Beyond was honored to document an event that reflects the city’s forward momentum.
If your organization is planning a civic luncheon, leadership event, or business gathering, professional event photography should be part of the conversation early.
Headshot Solutions & Beyond (HSB ATL) provides corporate and civic event photography across Atlanta and surrounding communities, helping organizations capture moments that matter with clarity and intention.
📸 Contact HSB ATL to discuss coverage for your next event and secure your date early.
Images from the KBA January Luncheon at Kennesaw State University’s Community and Professional Education campus.
FAQs: Unveiling the Answers You Seek
Q: Who is Mayor Derek Easterling?
A: Mayor Derek Easterling is the Mayor of Kennesaw, Georgia, known for his leadership, transparency, and focus on infrastructure and long-term community development.
Q: What is the Kennesaw Business Association (KBA)?
A: The Kennesaw Business Association is a local organization that connects business owners, leaders, and community partners to support economic growth in Kennesaw.
Q: What was the purpose of the KBA January Luncheon?
A: The January Luncheon serves as the annual State of the City address, where the Mayor shares updates, priorities, and future plans with the business community.
Q: Who provided photography for the KBA January Luncheon?
A: Headshot Solutions & Beyond (HSB ATL) provided professional event photography coverage for the January Luncheon and State of the City address.
Q: Why is professional event photography important for civic events?
A: Professional event photography helps preserve leadership moments, supports press and marketing needs, and extends the impact of civic and business gatherings beyond the event day.
Q: What types of events does Headshot Solutions & Beyond photograph? A: HSB ATL specializes in corporate, civic, association, and leadership events throughout Atlanta and surrounding communities.
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