GA HR1137

Georgia House Resolution 1137, sponsored by Representative Jackson of the 128th district, recognizes and commends Elizabeth "Libby" Anthony for her contributions to the live entertainment industry

Anthony transitioned from a 15+ year career as a certified Medical Technologist to entertainment, producing her first Atlanta folk arts festival, "Juba: Festival of Roots," in 1976, which was a forerunner to the West End Festival and the National Black Arts Festival

She incorporated Independent Productions Inc. (IPI) in 1977 and later established an employment agency specializing in temporary employment of musicians, singers, and entertainers nationally and internationally

In 1994, she founded the National COPE (Club Owners, Promoters & Entertainment Entrepreneurs and Executives) Conference, Inc., promoting collective action among talent buyers under the motto "From Unity to Empowerment"

She has received honors from Anheuser Busch, the Blues and Soul Summit, Entertainment Atlanta Magazine, National Black Radio Programmers Coalition, and the City of Atlanta, and serves on the board of the Atlanta Chapter of the National Black Radio Hall of Fame