ATLANTA—Mayor Andre Dickens has selected Atlanta Office Managing Partner Michael E. Hollingsworth II to serve on his 40-person transition team, which features a diverse group of leaders representing various industries and interests. Almost evenly split by race and gender, the team includes three members of the LGBTQ community, five faith leaders, as well as several corporate executives (10), small business owners (8), and nonprofit leaders (15).

“I appreciate the outpouring of support we’ve received from every corner of our city. In keeping with my commitment to draw circles, I've recruited a dynamic and diverse group to help move Atlanta forward,” Dickens said. “These leaders in technology and arts, sustainability and ethics are ready to help ensure that Atlanta continues to be one city with one bright future. This is just the first of many opportunities to engage with city leaders on the initiatives we are undertaking.”

Hollingsworth is co-head of Nelson Mullins’ Mergers & Acquisitions Group and its Investment Management Group. He focuses on middle-market corporate transactions, including mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, and joint ventures. He also serves on the firm's Executive Committee, the governing body of seven partners who oversee firm standing committees, strategic initiatives, and firm operations.