Elizabeth Fairleigh
Chief Connecting Officer thE Connection, Inc.
Elizabeth Fairleigh is a results-oriented, public relations professional with more than 25 years of communications experience primarily in the high-tech industry. Prior to founding thE Connection, she was PR Director for two Atlanta-based technology companies, one of which filed a successful IPO during her tenure. A sales person at heart who thrives on delivering value, Fairleigh has developed a strong network of media contacts, and has a gift for developing new contacts in a variety of industries outside of technology.
In addition to in-house corporate PR, Fairleigh also has several years of agency experience working for an Atlanta-based firm where she handled several high profile clients in the retail and hospitality industries. She began her career as a journalist in Rochester, New York, which has given her keen insight into the world of editorial. Fairleigh earned her degree in English from Agnes Scott College where she was Editor of the school's award winning newspaper.
Fairleigh is a recipient of the Phoenix Award, presented by the Public Relations Society of America/Georgia Chapter, recognizing excellence among public relations practitioners. She is one of the Founding Board Members of CRMA-Atlanta.