The 2026 Partnership Gwinnett Movers & Makers Awards celebrates the foundation of our economy by recognizing industry leaders in manufacturing, logistics, and our supply chain! These leaders work with partners and support teams from throughout the region to ensure efficient facilities, workplace safety, and the resources essential to driving business.
Keynote Speaker
Stuart Countess
President & CEO, Kia Georgia’s Manufacturing facility
Stuart Countess is the President and Chief Executive Officer of Kia Georgia’s manufacturing facility in West Point, Ga. Countess is responsible for all operational facets of the five-model assembly plant that employs more than 3,200 team members and produces a capacity of 350,000 vehicles annually.
From his start with Kia Georgia in 2008, Countess was a key figure in developing and implementing The Kia Way and the Georgia Production System as core practices of the facility’s operational system. Countess has held positions as the company’s Director of Quality, Vice President of Quality, Chief Administrative Officer, and Chief Operating Officer before assuming his current role.
He is highly active in community, civic, and educational organizations promoting individual development and providing leadership through service on multiple boards and committees in various capacities.
Stuart Countess
President & CEO, Kia Georgia’s Manufacturing Facility
Sponsorship Opportunities
Presenting Sponsor
- Speaking opportunity at event
- Logo included in all event promotions
- Copy of attendee list after event
- Promotional table at event
- Company recognition at event
- Company recognition on event webpage
- Verbal recognition at event
- Premier reserved seating - 10 seats
- Tickets for Executive Networking Session - 3 tickets
- Inclusion in press release
Executive Networking Reception Sponsor
- Speaking opportunity at event
- Logo included in all event promotions
- Copy of attendee list after event
- Promotional table at event
- Company recognition at event
- Company recognition on event webpage
- Verbal recognition at event
- Premier reserved seating - 8 seats
- Tickets for Executive Networking Session - 3 tickets
Award Sponsor
- Speaking opportunity at event
- Logo included in all event promotions
- Promotional table at event
- Company recognition on event webpage
- Verbal recognition at event
- Premier reserved seating - 4 seats
- Tickets for Executive Networking Session - 2 tickets
Keynote Sponsor
- Speaking opportunity at event
- Logo included in all event promotions
- Company recognition at event
- Company recognition on event webpage
- Verbal recognition at event
- Premier reserved seating - 4 seats
- Tickets for Executive Networking Session - 2 tickets
Venue Sponsor
- Speaking opportunity at event
- Logo included in all event promotions
- Company recognition at event
- Company recognition on event webpage
- Verbal recognition at event
- Premier reserved seating - 4 seats
- Tickets for Executive Networking Session - 2 tickets
Elite Sponsor
- Speaking opportunity at event
- Logo included in all event promotions
- Promotional table at event
- Company recognition at event
- Company recognition on event webpage
- Verbal recognition at event
- Premier reserved seating - 3 seats
- Tickets for Executive Networking Session - 2 tickets
Coffee Sponsor
- Speaking opportunity at event
- Logo included in all event promotions
- Promotional table at event
- Company recognition at event
- Company recognition on event webpage
- Verbal recognition at event
- Premier reserved seating - 2 seats
- Tickets for Executive Networking Session - 1 ticket
- Coffee sponsor recognition
Raffle Sponsor
- Speaking opportunity at event
- Logo included in all event promotions
- Promotional table at event
- Company recognition at event
- Company recognition on event webpage
- Verbal recognition at event
- Premier reserved seating - 2 seats
- Tickets for Executive Networking Session - 1 ticket
- Raffle sponsor recognition
Supporting Sponsor
- Promotional table at event
- Company recognition at event
- Company recognition on event webpage
- Verbal recognition at event
- Premier reserved seating - 2 seats
- Tickets for Executive Networking Session - None
Sponsors
Previous Winners
View past Movers & Makers Awards winners.
- MVP Award: TRC Talent
- Corporate Citizen: Porter Steel
- Supply Chain Pioneer (Small): Souto Foods
- Supply Chain Pioneer (Large): McKesson Corporation
- Manufacturer of the Year (Small): ULTRAVIEW Archery
- Manufacturer of the Year (Medium): beMatrix
- Manufacturer of the Year (Large): Viasat
Looking for More Details?
Contact
Ailyn Mateo-Suero
For registration and sponsorship details.
