Atlanta Events: Black Owned Spirits Expo

January 15, 2020 by angishields

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Welcome to the 2020 Black OWNED Spirits Expo (B.O.S.E) taking place on Jan 18 2020 at 2195 Defoor Hills NW Atlanta GA 30018. Come and experience the largest collection of black OWNED spirit producers under one roof. With over 25 cocktail beer and wine options to sample, this event will introduce you to the premium black owned adult beverage products that are available in your local market.

Our goal is to replace the libations that you are used to with high quality black owned products that you may not know exists. This unique experience will turn the social drinker into a black cocktail connoisseur! Sip hand crafted cocktails prepared by master mixologists, learn about black owned spirits and how to purchase them. shop with elite black local business vendors and taste delicious culinary creations from some of the top black catering chefs across the city.

J.R. McNair is an Atlanta native with over 17 years of experience advising small businesses and startups. He has launched enterprises in many fields ranging from food service to technology, and has been involved in the business, music, and film industries across the southeast. J.R. and his team (The Velocity Company, Inc.) have assisted over 7,200 small businesses since their company’s inception in 2002.

In 2015, he founded Georgia Crowdfund, Inc., a nonprofit organization that helps entrepreneurs in various stages of business development. His national initiatives for small businesses include Small Business Day, Help My Startup, and Start It Grow It.

Since 2015, J.R. has focused on helping communities across the Southeast grow their economies through the development of local startup and small business ecosystems. As founder of the Velocity Accelerator he has served as an advisor to startup founders across the nation. Additionally, he is the founder of the The Container Box, Inc., an innovative home manufacturing firm that has set its focus on solving the global housing crisis.

For additional information on J.R. or to book for speaking engagement please visit: www.jrmcnair.com