T.I. with DaBaby and Waka Flocka Flame

Tip “T.I.” Harris
Award-Winning Artist, Actor, Director, Entrepreneur, and Philanthropist
Aside from his contributions to entertainment including, 11 hit albums, multiple Grammy’s, Billboard BET, and American Music Awards, countless blockbuster movies and top-rated television shows including, ATL, VH-1’s T.I. & Tiny: The Family Hustle, American Gangster, Marvel’s Antman, and made his 2023 directorial debut with his 100% independent comedy “Da ‘Partments,” to name a few, Tip “T.I.” Harris has made an indelible mark on the world of business. He is an artist, entrepreneur, and activist who has amassed a business empire including a record label, a clothing line Akoo launched in 2008 (which stands for “A King of Oneself”), a real estate holdings company, a production company, non-profit organization (Us or Else), owner/founder of Trap Music Museum, co-owner of Bankhead Seafood, owner of Super Sound Studios, investor, and much more. Harris served on the Mayor of Atlanta’s Transition Team, where he focused on policy and legislation; and currently serves on the Reimagining Atlanta Task Force, aimed at creating restorative practices and a community-driven approach to addressing incarceration. He has been recognized most recently as a thought leader at the United States Capitol and during Operation Hope, as well as during the Congressional Black Caucus, and Forbes Magazine business conferences. His community focuses on driving economic mobility and equity in vulnerable, underserved communities. Harris was also awarded the first-ever “Voice of the Culture” award by ASCAP and is the host of a #1 rated podcast, expediTIously with Tip “T.I.” Harris. In 2023, T.I. celebrated the 20th anniversary of “Trap Muzik”, the popular sub-genre of Hip-Hop that he spearheaded. We kicked off the celebration with a curated dinner surrounded by close family, friends, and supporters. US Representative Nikema Williams honored T.I. with a Congressional Proclamation. Celebrations culminated with two sold-out shows with the Atlanta Pops at Atlanta Symphony Hall in December 2023. On the closing night, T.I. was presented with the prestigious Phoenix Award by Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens, Keisha Lance Bottoms, and Senator Raphael Warnock. This award honored T.I.’s contributions to entertainment and philanthropy. In 2024 Pandora and Sirius XM presented T.I. with a Lifetime Achievement Award, a Lifetime Achievement Award by President Biden, and in June 2024 received the Icon Award at the Black Music Moguls annual brunch in Atlanta. T.I.’s currently working on two albums, titled “Kiss The King” and “Kill The King”. He also released “LLOGCLAY” featuring Youngboy Never Broke Again, which honored T.I.’s longtime manager Clay Evans who passed away in 2023. “Thank God” is another recent release, featuring Kirk Franklin, Sunday Service, and Young Dro which climbed into the Top 20 on the Billboard chart.

DaBaby
Charlotte native and eight-time GRAMMY nominee DaBaby (South Coast Music Group/Interscope Records) exploded onto the global stage in 2019 with his breakout project BABY ON BABY, featuring the hit single “SUGE,” and quickly cemented himself as one of hip-hop’s defi ning artists with chart-topping albums KIRK and BLAME IT ON BABY. The latter spawned the nine-times platinum No. 1 smash “ROCKSTAR” featuring Roddy Ricch, which spent seven weeks atop the Billboard Hot 100. Across his career, DaBaby has earned more than 38 billion streams worldwide, 54 Billboard Hot 100 entries, and 64 Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs placements, while building a reputation for his electric stage presence, scene-stealing collaborations, and cultural impact. Beyond music, he launched his DaBaby Cares initiative supporting mental health awareness, hosts his annual “Kirk Pole” give-back in his hometown, and continues expanding his creative reach through ventures including his popular Cooking With Kirk series and acting. In 2026, DaBaby entered a new chapter with his latest studio album BE MORE GRATEFUL, a 23-track project balancing high-energy, club-ready records with deeper refl ections on family, growth, and perspective. The album debuted No. 6 on Billboard’s Top Rap Albums, No. 9 on Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums, and No. 25 on the Billboard 200, while its breakout single “POP DAT THANG” marked his 54th Hot 100 entry and continues gaining traction at radio. In support of the release, he launched the ‘BE MORE GRATEFUL’ Tour, an intimate run designed to reconnect with his day-one fans across major cities nationwide. As he balances fatherhood, philanthropy, and creative evolution, DaBaby remains one of the most consistent and recognizable forces in modern hip-hop.

Waka Flocka Flame
Waka Flocka Flame is an American rapper from Atlanta, Georgia. Currently the CEO of his own record label (Brick Squad Monopoly). Waka Flocka Flame is an early infl uencer of Trap music, inspiring many artists of today with his extensive mixtape catalog consisting of over 30 projects. He became a chart topping artist with the release of his singles O Let’s Do It, Hard in Da Paint, and No Hands (feat. Roscoe Dash & Wale), with the latter peaking at #13 on the US Billboard Hot 100. Looking forward to 2025 Waka has collaborated with Travis Scott and Metro Boomin on multiple projects and has expanded his entrepreneurial pursuits, with a diverse range of ventures. Beyond his undeniable impact as a rapper, Waka has delved into the world of real estate, acquiring properties, restaurants, and event venues throughout the United States. Additionally, he has embraced a new path as the owner of a meditation farm, off ering a sanctuary for those seeking tranquility and self-discovery. Demonstrating his forward-thinking nature, WakaFlocka Flame is heavily focused on various tech projects within the web3 space, positioning himself at the forefront of cutting-edge innovation. Not one to neglect his musical roots, he continues to foster the growth of his music label Brick Squad Monopoly (BSM), nurturing talents like Paid Pat, Loudiene, Jimmy Rocket, and a talented array of writers and producers. With his unwavering dedication and entrepreneurial spirit, Waka Flocka Flame continues to shape his legacy across multiple industries.