Director of Events/Hospitality
Jessica Kilgallen
As Director of Events & Hospitality at Camp Southern Ground, Jessica is the driving force behind our corporate retreats and onsite events. Since joining the team in 2016, she has specialized in creating seamless, high-touch experiences for corporate clients, ensuring every detail—from planning to execution—is handled with precision and professionalism.
Jessica brings over 27 years of experience in high profile, high-level event management, including almost two decades of tenure at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta Foundation, where she led premier sporting events benefiting the Children’s Aflac Cancer Center.
She has a proven track record in coordinating with high-profile stakeholders, professional athletes, teams, celebrities, managing vendor relations, and executing events of all sizes that exceed expectations. What sets Jessica apart is her unwavering commitment to customer service and impeccable execution. She partners closely with each client to understand their goals, tailoring every aspect of the event to reflect their brand and vision. Her organizational strengths, meticulous eye for detail, and ability to anticipate client needs make her a trusted partner in delivering exceptional, memorable experiences.
Jessica is often found in her ‘summer happy place’—the High Ropes Confidence Course—where she utilizes her Level 2 certification to lead with expertise, ensure safety, and support participant growth with confidence and care.
Jessica is a graduate of The University of Georgia with a degree in Consumer Journalism. She resides in Senoia, Georgia, with her husband and two daughters, and remains actively involved in community leadership and service.
