Southern Gothic Company
“Using the Devil’s Ways to Change the World”
Southern Gothic Company LLC (So.Goth.Co)
Overview: A unique blend of entertainment, tourism, business consulting, and personal guidance services with a darkly comedic, Southern Gothic sensibility.
Mission: Using the Devil’s Ways to Change the World through Communication, Education, Artistic Expression, and Discovery.
“Understands human desires, the allure of power, and the forbidden; facilitates the bargain. The price is steep, but rewards can be divine (or damned).”
Core Departments:
- The Artist: Performing Arts Management & Creation.
- The Teacher (A-T-Hell Consulting): Education & Business Consulting. “Devil’s Work Made Easy!”
- The Guide (Redemption Roadshow): Unique Historical & Experiential Tours.
- The Curious (Infernal Insights): Personal Development & Wellness.
Bundled Services (“Deals with the Devil”):
- The Socratic Method
- The Renaissance
- The Unholy Trinity
- The Divine Comedy
- Custom Deals
Key Personnel (Parent Company):
Damien Helms: Exec. Director, Owner
Alan Goodnow: Communications Dir.
Daniel Hudson: Partner
Artemis Karunos: Artistic Dir.
James Helms: Technical Dir.
Katie Helms: Finance Dir.
Megan Moore: Marketing Dir.
Holly Goodnow: Environmental Dir.
Contact: sogothco.com | Dante@sogothco.com | 678-666-2170
Location: Atlanta, GA (LLC)
Subsidiary Entities
Highgrove History Mystery House
Overview: A “living museum” in College Park, GA, offering immersive cultural and educational experiences.
Key Offerings: Tours, educational programs, event rentals, retail.
Zones:
- Library (Research)
- Spa (Mental Well-being)
- Garden (Entertainment Patio)
- Kitchen (Cooking Education)
- Info (Museum Artifacts)
- Purge (Guest Buffet)
- Paradise (Nature Path)
Relation: Venue for So.Go. Events, features GHF products, content by DH2.
Georgia Heirloom Foods Inc.
Mission: “Good Food by Good People.” Artisanal, Southern-inspired preserved goods and spices.
Product Brands:
- Mamie and Janie’s (“Our Sweets”)
- Granny Violets (“Our Sours”)
- Hiram “Doc” Spencer (Spice Line)
Relation: Products sold at Highgrove, featured in So.Go. Events, content by DH2.
DH2 Productions
Overview: Theatre and film production company crafting compelling, thought-provoking stories.
Key Offerings: Theatrical production, film/video (narrative, documentary, web series), full production services.
Flagship Projects:
- “DNA: Death Not Answered”
- “Dan Can Cook”
Relation: Operational arm of “The Artist” dept. Creates content for Highgrove, GHF, So.Go. Events, HMS Scout.
HMS Scout
Overview: Philanthropic arm supporting vulnerable populations with tangible aid and fostering resilience.
Services:
- Free Survival Kits (for homeless/disabled)
- Thrive Kits (sold to support mission – Wellness, Creative, Learning)
Relation: Charitable arm. Supported by GHF (items), DH2 (awareness), So.Go. Events (fundraising).
So.Go. Events
Overview: Premier event planning for unique, high-end, immersive Southern Gothic experiences.
Event “Levels”:
- Level 1: The “Tour” (Intimate, curated, narrative-driven)
- Level 2: The “Party” (Larger scale, celebratory, thematic)
- Level 3: The “Parade” (Large-scale public/major private, spectacular)
Relation: Embodies “The Artist” & “The Guide.” Highgrove as prime venue. Collabs with DH2, GHF.
The Crown
Overview: Premium, bespoke offerings focusing on Love, Land, Learn, & Legacy for profound personal journeys.
Thematic Offerings:
- “Love”: Curated romantic experiences, legacy storytelling.
- “Land”: Heritage property consulting, immersive land histories.
- “Learn”: Masterclasses, curated research, philosophical salons.
- “Legacy”: Personal/family legacy curation, ethical wills.
Relation: Premium expression of all So.Goth.Co depts. Uses Highgrove, DH2, GHF, So.Go. Events.