Creating Memorable Corporate Experiences Through Photography

As a trained photojournalist and portrait artist, photographing live events has always been a natural fit for me. Since 1996, I’ve worked as a full-time professional photographer, blending technical expertise with a documentary style to deliver clean, story-driven images. Based on Hilton Head Island and working across the Lowcountry — including Savannah, GA — I offer high-end corporate event photography that's genuine, polished, and engaging.

A Corporate Outing on Hilton Head

This week, I photographed a corporate outing aboard the Stars & Stripes yacht, part of the Vagabond Cruises fleet in Sea Pines Harbour Town. We launched under perfect skies: sunny, breezy, and full of energy.

About an hour later, in true Lowcountry fashion, the weather had a plot twist. Clouds rolled in quickly, and the crew expertly adjusted course. Everyone started the outing dry... and ended it with some excellent stories and slightly soggy shoes. Thanks to the outstanding crew, spirits stayed high, and the unexpected weather only added to the adventure.

Corporate Group Walking Toward Harbour Town Pier in Hilton Head

A corporate team heads toward the Harbour Town Pier in Sea Pines, Hilton Head Island, to begin their Stars & Stripes yacht outing, photographed by Hilton Head photographer Kellie McCann.

About the Stars & Stripes Yacht

The Stars & Stripes is an America's Cup-winning yacht with a proud racing history, now offering corporate groups the chance to crew like pros. During the Crumdale Specialty event, guests hoisted sails, took the helm, and worked together as a team. My role was to document the energy and teamwork without getting in the way (or overboard).

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Corporate Team Briefing on Stars & Stripes Yacht in Hilton Head

Harbour Town Marina and Lighthouse View in Hilton Head

Captain Steering Stars & Stripes Yacht at Harbour Town Lighthouse

Corporate Team Building Aboard Stars & Stripes Yacht

Stars & Stripes 1987 America's Cup Campaign Plaque

Guests Enjoying a Sailing Excursion on Stars & Stripes Yacht

Real Corporate Event Coverage

Throughout the outing, I worked with a journalistic approach: staying unobtrusive, anticipating key moments, and capturing the natural flow of the experience. No stiff poses. No forced smiles. Just real collaboration, laughter, and spontaneous moments — the kind of moments that reflect a company's true spirit. I especially loved photographing the energy on deck, where you could see genuine teamwork and the kind of smiles that come with an experience worth remembering.

Expanding Services to Savannah, GA

While Hilton Head is home, I frequently work with corporate clients in Savannah, GA as well. Whether you’re hosting a riverfront retreat, a team-building adventure, or a client appreciation event, both Hilton Head and Savannah offer stunning backdrops — and I know them well.

Captain Steering Stars & Stripes Yacht with American Flag in Hilton Head

Corporate Guests Steering the Stars & Stripes Yacht in Hilton Head

Corporate Sailing Experience on Stars & Stripes Yacht in Hilton Head

Corporate Sailing Teamwork on Stars & Stripes Yacht

Corporate Guests Relaxing Aboard Stars & Stripes

Corporate Sailing Adventure with Weather Rolling In

Corporate Guest Steering Stars & Stripes Yacht in Hilton Head

Rainy Fun During Corporate Sailing Event in Hilton Head

Corporate Guests Returning to Harbour Town Dock After Sailing Adventure

Special Thanks to Melanie Allen at Vagabond Cruises

This event came together with the help of Melanie Allen, Private Charter Sales & Events Manager at Vagabond Cruises. Melanie and her team know how to deliver outstanding experiences on the water. If you're planning a private charter or group excursion while visiting Hilton Head, you can find them through Vagabond Cruises or in the Hilton Head Chamber of Commerce member directory.

Let's Plan Your Corporate Event Photography

If you're bringing your team to Hilton Head, Savannah, or anywhere in the Lowcountry, and you want event coverage that's clean, professional, and genuinely reflective of your team's experience, I’d love to connect. With over two decades of storytelling behind me, I bring a steady hand, creative perspective, and a deep respect for authentic moments — whether the sun is shining or the skies have other ideas.

Contact Me

Ready to start planning?
Email me at Kellie@kelliemccann.com or visit my Corporate Event Page to connect.

Planning a Hilton Head or Savannah Corporate Event? Let’s Connect.

If you're organizing a corporate retreat, conference, or incentive trip to Hilton Head or Savannah, professional event photography is an investment your team will appreciate. With a degree in photojournalism from Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT) and decades of experience documenting real moments, I specialize in creating authentic, high-end imagery that tells the true story of your event.

I’ve been part of the Lowcountry community since 1996, and I know the best locations, lighting, and ways to make your corporate gathering memorable — no stiff poses required!

Ready to bring your next corporate event to life?

Contact me directly at Kellie@kelliemccann.com or visit my Contact Page.

Or learn more about my services at: Corporate Event Photography for Hilton Head & Savannah.

If you're looking to organize a sailing excursion like the one featured in this story, contact Melanie Allen, Private Charter Sales & Events at Vagabond Cruises, or visit: Stars & Stripes Sailing Adventures.

Let’s create the kind of corporate event photography that your company will actually use — and your team will always remember.

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6 Comments

Jun 2, 2025, 11:23:52 PM

Kellie McCann - Thank you, I appreciate you following my work!

May 30, 2025, 8:54:06 PM

Elizabeth - ❤️ your work and posts!

May 30, 2025, 3:41:36 PM

Kellie McCann - Thank you for following!

May 28, 2025, 11:00:03 PM

Jim - Love your context and imagery, much better than most I've seen in the area!!

May 13, 2025, 1:06:59 PM

Kellie McCann - Thank you Jill! Loved working with you on your corporate event photography in Savannah. I have been in the industry for a very long time and happy to hear comments like this as now the industry is full of a lot of people who do not have a solid background with strong technical skills.

Thank you again!

May 13, 2025, 10:48:38 AM

Jill - Kellie is a true professional and the best Hilton Head Photographer you will find! Others will disappoint as they lack the knowledge and experience she has attained over her career. I highly recommend Kellie for your next Hilton Head corporate event or savannah corporate event!

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