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Today in History
1542 Hernando de Soto, the first European to explore Georgia’s interior, died of fever near the Mississippi River while leading an army of soldiers and adventurers across the Southeast in … read more
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Brandy Mai, Director of Communications
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SAVANNAH, Ga., December 13, 2011 – The Georgia Historical Society (GHS) is pleased to announce Caroline Stevens has joined the staff as Development Officer. Prior to joining GHS, Caroline worked for Coxe Curry & Associates in Atlanta, assisting on capital campaigns, feasibility studies and annual fund campaigns for clients including Grady Health System, Glisson Camp & Retreat Center, Hillside and A.G. Rhodes Health & Rehab. Caroline holds a Bachelor’s degree in Advertising and Sociology from The University of Georgia and a Master’s in Fundraising and Philanthropy from New York University.
Alison Zielenbach is an Imaging Services Specialist at GHS focused on developing program content for the Today in Georgia History project. She selects (and acquires the rights to) historical images to support the written content of television and web products. Alison holds a postgraduate degree in English Literature from the University of the Witwatersrand in Johannesburg, South Africa. Prior to joining GHS, she worked as a business journalist and television scriptwriter and producer in South Africa, working on a number of projects with local television networks, as well as projects for US-based channels like Nickelodeon and Season One of CBS’ Amazing Race.
Steve Davis is the GHS Facilities Manager and is responsible for ensuring proper operation of all aspects of GHS facilities, including maintenance of the buildings and grounds. He holds a B.S. in Design and Engineering from the Rochester Institute of Technology and studied Industrial Design post college. Mr. Davis has held various facilities positions throughout his career, including work for Hilton Worldwide.
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1542 Hernando de Soto, the first European to explore Georgia’s interior, died of fever near the Mississippi River while leading an army of soldiers and adventurers across the Southeast in … read more