Atlanta Juneteenth Networking Fiesta
What a spectacular night! We mixed, mingled, and truly thrived at Jubilee & Sabores: A Juneteenth Networking Fiesta!
This dazzling event was a beautiful and vibrant fusion of Mexican culture and Juneteenth history. Hosted by the incredible Dr. LaTasha “Mack” McKenzie, PhD, and powered by The Diverse Chamber of Commerce and Industry, the evening was everything we hoped for and more. The appetizers were sizzling, the conversations were inspiring, and the raffles brought an extra spark of excitement to the room as attendees elevated their elevator pitches over delicious bites.
Here is a quick look back at the details of our amazing gathering:
Event Details
When: Friday, June 19, 2026
Time: 7:00 PM – 9:30 PM (Be ready to mix, mingle, and make things happen!)
Where: Pepe’s Mexican Bar & Grill, 1802 N Brown Rd, Lawrenceville, GA 30043
Distance from Richmond: 15 minutes
Registration:Free, but required to secure your seat
Register here: https://
Note: On-site parking is ample, so you can arrive with ease and focus on conversations rather than parking woes.
For those who couldn't make it, or for those who want to relive the magic, here is a recap of how the unforgettable evening unfolded:
Arrival & Welcome
- Host Greeting: Dr. Mack warmly welcomed guests to Pepe’s Mexican Bar & Grill and directed them to the designated mixer area to kick off the night.
- Primary Photography: Dr. Mack actively took candid photos of guests arriving and networking, securing high-quality memories and marketing material for the Chamber.
- Real-Time Media: Guests were encouraged upon arrival to take their own photos and text them directly to Dr. Mack’s phone or the Diverse Chamber of Commerce and Industry throughout the evening, creating a shared interactive experience.
Opening Address & Dinner
- Welcome Speech: Dr. Mack delivered a powerful opening address, sharing the mission of the Diverse Chamber of Commerce and Industry. She emphasized that it is a national chamber focused entirely on supporting small businesses across all backgrounds, nationalities, ethnicities, genders, sexual orientations, religions, ages, and neurodivergent conditions. She also highlighted how perfectly the venue showcased the fusion of Juneteenth and Mexican culture.
- Elevator Pitches: Attendees took turns sharing dynamic 60-second introductions of their businesses with their immediate tablemates.
- Dining Experience: Guests placed their main dinner orders and continued building valuable connections while the kitchen prepared the phenomenal food.
Small Business Table Prompts
- Growth Prompt: Tables engaged in deep discussions about the biggest milestones and successes their small businesses had achieved so far this year.
- Challenge Prompt: Attendees vulnerably shared current hurdles they were facing and connected with others in the room for resources and collaborative solutions.
- Culture Prompt: Conversations flourished around how each entrepreneur successfully incorporates community building, diversity, and cultural celebration into their unique business models.
Chamber Trivia & Raffles
- Trivia Challenge: Dr. Mack tested the room with fun and engaging questions about the Diverse Chamber of Commerce and Industry.
- Sweet & Sip Prizes: Attendees who correctly answered the standard trivia questions won fantastic on-the-spot raffle prizes, enjoying complimentary cocktails or desserts from the restaurant’s menu.
- Grand Prize Draw: The stakes were raised when one final, challenging trivia question was asked to award the grand prize—a premium business-related product that thrilled the lucky winner.
Dessert Discussions & Wrap-Up
Business Card Pass: While enjoying dessert, attendees passed their physical and digital business cards around the tables, ensuring everyone left the fiesta with a wealth of new, valuable contacts.
Final Photo Op: Dr. Mack captured a joyful, seated group photo of the entire party raising their glasses to toast a successful evening of networking and celebration.
Closing Remarks: Dr. Mack thanked everyone for their incredible energy and attendance, encouraged them to officially join the DCCI Chamber, reminded them to text any final photos to the chamber and passionately encouraged post-event follow-ups to keep the momentum going.
Thank you to everyone who made Jubilee & Sabores such a monumental success. The connections made and the cultures celebrated made this a Juneteenth to remember.
We can’t wait to see you at our next event!