Avalex: Your Partner in Georgia’s Entertainment Industry

FORSYTH COUNTY ENTERTAINMENT & COMMUNITY GROUP OF COMPANIES

Resources, Partnership Opportunities, and Networks within Georgia’s Entertainment Sector

At Avalex, LP, we recognize the essential role that networks and resources play in the entertainment industry. Based in Georgia, our creative studio and marketing firm specializes in providing comprehensive support for filmmakers, producers, and industry professionals. Our headquarters in the Atlanta area, along with our operations in Cumming (Forsyth County), allows us to offer extensive consulting services across all phases of production.

Our Comprehensive Services

We focus on enhancing production value and visibility in Georgia's vibrant entertainment ecosystem. Our services include:

• Script writing assistance

• Pitch deck development

• Funding strategies

• Location scouting

• Permit approvals

• Leveraging Georgia’s film tax incentives

• On-set advisory

• Digital marketing

• Public relations

• Branding

• Promotional content creation

• Worldwide audience engagement

• Celebrity endorsements

• Editorials

• Actor branding

• Directorial debuts

• Film startups

• Book publications (including ghostwriting)

• Integration into streaming platforms

• AI-driven strategies

• Social media optimization

• Event planning

• PR compliant with standards from the Public Relations Society of America

  
  

Key Organizations and Resources

We collaborate with key organizations such as Georgia Entertainment (georgiaentertainment.com), a leading news and directory platform for Georgia’s film, broadcast, gaming, and music industries. Other related entities include the Georgia Production Partnership (GPP) and the Georgia Film Office. Together, we have compiled a structured list of resources, partnership opportunities, and networks that facilitate connections within Georgia’s sector and extend to the broader "Made in America" entertainment landscape.

The Importance of Networking

Networking is crucial in our industry. Georgia Entertainment serves as a central hub for industry intelligence, directories, events, and referrals. It connects professionals to experts in accounting, legal, financing, and production services. Industry insiders have recognized our Founder and CEO, Randy Davidson, with the alias "The Man of the Hour" for his longstanding dedication to cast, crew, and production contributions. He fosters an environment where professionals can collaborate and execute with precision. For tailored referrals, we encourage you to contact Georgia Entertainment directly.

Key Resources

These resources provide essential tools, directories, and support for entertainment professionals, including incentives and economic data:

• Georgia Entertainment Resource Guide and Direct Connect Directory: This vetted, sponsored digital guide is distributed biannually to thousands of industry insiders. It is available 24/7 online and includes categories such as accommodations (e.g., Delta Airlines), accounting (e.g., Bennett Thrasher LLP, ABC Financial Group for tax credits), catering (e.g., Fat Man’s Catering), legal services (e.g., Greenspoon Marder LLP), financing (e.g., Creative Financial Group, Monarch Private Capital), production equipment (e.g., PC&E Atlanta), payroll (e.g., ABS Payroll), security (e.g., Security Associates of Coastal Georgia), and post-production. This resource supports economic impacts by highlighting Georgia’s film tax incentives under the Georgia Entertainment Industry Investment Act, which offers up to 30% credits for qualified expenditures, contributing to billions in annual economic activity.

  
  

• Georgia Film Office Locations Database and Reel-Crew Production Directory: Maintained by the Georgia Department of Economic Development, this database lists thousands of properties for scouting and certifies projects for tax incentives. The Reel-Crew directory connects to crew, vendors, and talent agents, updated daily, and includes job hotlines for film and television productions. It also covers minors in entertainment guidelines via the Georgia Department of Labor.

  
  

• ExploreGeorgia.org/Film: This tourism-focused site features self-guided tours of shooting locations, release dates, trailers, and festival information, promoting Georgia’s film heritage (e.g., sites from Deliverance, Forrest Gump, and modern blockbusters like Avengers: Endgame).

  
  

• Trilith Institute Resources: Offers educational programs in storytelling, scriptwriting, and production, with access to facilities for hands-on training.

  
  

Partnership Opportunities

These opportunities enable collaborative ventures, funding, and advocacy, often through memberships or sponsored initiatives:

• Georgia Production Partnership (GPP): Founded in 1995, GPP is a premier membership organization representing professionals in film, television, digital media, music, and interactive games. It advocates for the state’s film tax incentive, provides educational resources, training courses for entry-level positions, and hosts annual galas for fundraising and networking. Membership fosters connections with directors, producers, crew, studios, talent agencies, and support services, positioning Georgia as a top production destination. Opportunities include advocacy for policy enhancements and collaborations with local trades like hotels and caterers. Contact: www.georgiaproduction.org.

  
  

• BIG (Based In Georgia) Film & Entertainment Alliance: Established in 2014, this alliance supports local infrastructure investments (e.g., digital post-production, studios, lighting) and represents businesses committed to Georgia’s economy. It focuses on job growth, advocacy for sustainable workforce development, and partnerships with entities like the Georgia Screen Entertainment Coalition (GSEC) to distribute production spending statewide. This is ideal for firms like Avalex, LP, seeking to align with "Made in America" initiatives emphasizing domestic investment.

  
  

• Georgia Screen Entertainment Coalition (GSEC): Founded in 2018, GSEC serves as the unified voice for film, TV, and digital entertainment, representing major studios, support companies, crew, and educational programs. It provides policy insights for elected officials, connections to industry leaders, and opportunities to influence incentives, focusing on evolving "screen entertainment" consumption trends. Membership spans from infrastructure providers to workforce training, supporting billions in direct spending and tens of thousands of jobs.

  
  

• Georgia Regional Film and Entertainment Alliance (GRFEA): Aims to expand production beyond Metro Atlanta (e.g., to Savannah and other Camera Ready jurisdictions). It offers discussions on incentivizing regional spending under the Georgia Entertainment Industry Investment Act. Partnerships assist legislators in 2024 session evaluations, creating sustainable workforce opportunities.

  
  

• Sponsorships and Events via Georgia Entertainment: Opportunities to sponsor the Resource Guide or participate in events like the “From Script to Screen” series at Cannes, Toronto International Film Festival showcases, or Trilith LIVE partnerships (e.g., with Ticketmaster for ticketing and marketing). These connect to global networks, including ProTravel International’s “Thompson Takes on Hollywood” for networking with executives.

  
  

Networks and Broader "Made in America" Connections

These networks extend Georgia’s ecosystem to national and international scales, emphasizing domestic production:

• Atlanta Film Society and Women in Film & Television Atlanta (WIFTA): Networking groups with event calendars, workshops, and professionalism standards. WIFTA emphasizes education, public awareness, and opportunities for women in the industry, including parents via Moms-in-Film.

  
  

• Georgia Music Partners and Georgia Entertainment PR Alliance (GEPRA): Networks for music advocacy and public relations, connecting to fashion, esports, and digital production. GEPRA supports PR strategies compliant with industry standards.

  
  

• Georgia Film Academy (GFA) and University Programs: Workforce training in post-production, live events, streaming, esports, and set construction. Partnerships with institutions like the University of Georgia for collaborative films link to national educational networks.

  
  

• Broader "Made in America" Ties: Through the Georgia Department of Economic Development’s Film, Music & Digital Entertainment Office (established 1973), connections to national incentives and infrastructure promote Georgia as a hub for U.S. productions (e.g., The Walking Dead, Black Panther). Alliances like GPP and GSEC facilitate investor networks, research grants, and commercialization via the Georgia Centers of Innovation, aligning with federal emphases on domestic job creation and economic growth (e.g., $4 billion annual impact). International extensions include Cannes events and Toronto showcases.

  
  

Expanding Your Reach with Avalex

At Avalex, we are committed to helping you navigate these resources and networks effectively. Our expertise in AI-driven strategies and end-to-end production support ensures that you maximize your return on investment. Whether you are looking to enhance your production value or expand your market reach, we are here to assist you every step of the way.

Conclusion

Avalex, LP is well-positioned to collaborate within these networks. We offer our expertise in AI-driven strategies and end-to-end production support to maximize ROI for our partners. For specific inquiries or customized consulting, including referrals through Georgia Entertainment, please contact us at info@avalexbiz.com or visit avalexbiz.agency. We encourage reaching out to Georgia Entertainment (georgiaentertainment.com) for direct connections to local experts.

Sincerely,

Eeryn Falk Lubicich

CEO and Founding Partner @ Avalex, LP

(678) 837-6579 | info@avalexbiz.com