Cuff Links and Pearls Sponsorship

The Cufflinks and Pearls Networking Mixer is a community sponsored event with a goal to bridge the gap between the leaders of today and tomorrow. This event is tailored to encourage networking and building professional, political and entrepreneurial relationships, and was initiated by the Fountain City Classic Committee and its Chairman, The Honorable Calvin Smyre. The mixer has served as the kickoff to the Fountain City Classic Weekend. The event features live entertainment heavy hors d’oeuvres, giveaways, and a cash bar. The Cufflinks and Pearls event reaches an extensive audience of young professionals, small business owners, entrepreneurs, and individuals who are interested in getting their ideas off the ground and in to motion. Admission is free with the submission of your email credentials.

Each year the Cufflinks and Pearls Mixer features a special guest who addresses the importance of building and cultivating relationships, and how that has contributed to their success. Past guests include Pinky Cole (owner of Slutty Vegan), Mayor Kasim Reed of Atlanta, Georgia, Mayor Teresa Tomlinson of Columbus, Georgia, Keshia Knight-Pulliam (“Rudy from the Cosby Show), Jeff Johnson, Ed Gordon, David Banner, and Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms.

2024 Special Guest are David Shane and Donni Wiggins

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

The Columbus Museum, 1251 Wynnton Road, Columbus, United States