Krystle Champagne-Norwood is the powerhouse Executive Producer behind The Atlantic’s most ambitious live experiences. From her base in Atlanta, she’s reshaped what editorial events can feel like, curating sharp, urgent programming while orchestrating every moving part behind the scenes. Under her leadership, the 2024 Atlantic Festival drew audiences from 46 countries and saw a 30% bump in attendance thanks to programming that spanned politics, tech, culture, and business, and included everything from book talks and musical performances to theatrical installations and exclusive film screenings. Also of note: Krystle introduced the Innovation Stage, a dynamic new platform for tech trailblazers and industry leaders that sparked a 45% jump in sponsor revenue, and helped drive a 48% increase in video views across digital, proving the power of pairing smart content with intentional production. Krystle’s imprint on the festival is unmistakable. Her vision transformed The Atlantic Festival into more than a media event. It’s now a cultural moment, a meeting ground for ideas and influence.
