Young professionals dressed in “derby chic” cocktail attire
The night was alive with energy. Guests clinked glasses of prosecco under string lights, danced shoulder to shoulder when the DJs spun Frankie Beverly, and paused at photo activations to capture the moment. At one point, the entire floor moved as one, stepping into the Electric Slide—a reminder that Atlanta’s Black professional community knows how to work hard, but also how to gather and celebrate one another in rhythm.
“I never wanted Viarae to just be another product on the shelf,” Rae said. “For me, it’s about creating experiences that feel rooted in culture, joy, and celebration, and Atlanta really knows how to bring that energy to life.”
Her sentiment came alive in real time. A Viarae-powered portrait station encouraged guests to step in front of the camera with confidence, while the branded specialty bar served up flutes that kept conversations flowing. The photo wall became a hub for group shots and impromptu reunions, a visual record of a night to be remembered.
It was a moment of gratitude that reflected the duality of the night: the celebration in the tent, and the lives outside of it that will benefit from the funds raised.
Of course, no Atlanta gathering is complete without the right music. DJ Reese, DJ P Forreal, and Mashup Sessions featuring DJ Unruley & Canterbury Tales kept the energy high, blending hip-hop, R&B, and Afro-beats that had the crowd bouncing from start to finish. At one point, the bass line shook the tent while the breeze off Piedmont Park cooled overheated dancers — Atlanta’s nightlife and its natural backdrop colliding perfectly.
By the end of the night, as the last portraits were snapped and the final flutes of prosecco were raised, the significance of the evening was undeniable. This was more than a party—it was a showcase of Atlanta’s next generation of Black leadership in action.
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Source: Black Enterprise
