- Ole Miss School of Business
- Innovate.ms
- Mississippi Angel Network
- Miss. Small Business Development Center
- Transactional Law Clinic
- UM Foundation
- Insight Park
- Division of Technology Management
- Haley Barbour Center for Mfg. Excellence
- Mississippi Development Authority
- Mississippi Small Business Development Center
- Oxford-Lafayette County Chamber of Commerce
- North Mississippi Enterprise Initiative (NMEI)
Social in the ‘Sip Legacy Tour – Empowering Mississippi Family Businesses
The Social in the ‘Sip Legacy Tour is a traveling networking series designed to connect and empower Mississippi’s family business leaders in a relaxed, engaging setting. Hosted at various locations across the state, each stop features insightful conversations, industry experts, and key takeaways about family business success.
join the tour
- Network with fellow family business leaders
- Gain insights from expert speakers.
- Learn about the upcoming It’s All Relative Family Business Symposium.
- Enjoy great food, drinks, and conversations.
Social in the ‘Sip Legacy Tour attendees can enjoy great food, drinks, and meaningful discussions, all while learning more about the impactful initiatives of the Legacy Leadership Program and the upcoming annual It’s All Relative Family Business Symposium. Whether you’re a seasoned business owner, next-generation leader, just getting started or looking to connect, Social in the ‘Sip is your opportunity to build connections, gain insights, and celebrate the legacy of family business in Mississippi.
At each stop, guests can expect a two-hour networking event where family business leaders connect in a relaxed and engaging setting while indulging in wines, cocktails and appetizers. Each event features knowledgable speakers offering valuable insights on family business leadership, industry trends, and the upcoming It’s All Relative Family Business Symposium. The evening concludes with an informal Q&A and additional networking opportunities, allowing attendees to exchange ideas and build connections.
become a Sponsor
- Showcase your business venue
- Connect with influential leaders in Mississippi’s family business community.
- Gain brand visibility and recognition.
- Support a thriving network of entrepreneurs.
Let’s collaborate! As a Social in the ‘Sip Legacy Tour sponsor, you’ll have the opportunity to showcase your business while fostering meaningful connections among Mississippi’s family business leaders.
Sponsors play a key role in creating a welcoming space for networking, insightful discussions, and community building. Sponsoring also allows you to engage with influential entrepreneurs, increase your business’s visibility, and contribute to the growth of the family business community.
Ready to get started? Click here to learn more!
2025 Tour Stops
April 24, 2025 – Laurel, MS at Studio5Fifty
Host: Studio5Fifty – located in Historic Downtown Laurel, Mississippi. “We have created an experience that surpasses the market standard for the services we provide. Whether you are using our venue, design services, or photography, our goal is to exceed your expectations by helping you create a quality event or product that is worthy of being shared with your friends, family, or business prospects.”
May 15, 2025 – Southaven, MS at Abbikadabbi’s Baking Co.
Host: Abbikadabbi’s Baking Co. is built on a commitment to crafting delicious, beautifully designed treats that bring joy to every occasion. From custom sugar cookies to specialty baked goods, Abbi’s creations continue to make celebrations sweeter!
Join us in Corinth
Join us in Corinth, MS, at Refreshments, Inc. from 4-6 PM! Connect with fellow family business owners, enjoy great conversations, and get a sneak peek at the upcoming It’s All Relative Family Business Symposium.
We can’t wait to see you there!
May 29, 2025 – Corinth, MS at Refreshments, Inc.
Host: Refreshments, Inc. – With the experience of an established business and the enthusiasm of a startup, Refreshments offers the best coffee, water, beverage, snack, and meal service in North Mississippi, Olive Branch Mississippi, West Tennessee, and Northwest Alabama. As the region’s only foodservice company with an on-site commissary, our food is fresher, healthier, and more delicious.
Join us in Meridian
Join us in Meridian, MS, at Castle from 4-6 PM! Connect with fellow family business owners, enjoy great conversations, and get a sneak peek at the upcoming It’s All Relative Family Business Symposium.
We can’t wait to see you there!
June 12, 2025 – Meridian, MS at Castle Headquarters
Host: Castle was founded in 1999 by Mike Castle Sr. under the name Progressive Pipeline, but from the very beginning, it was more than just a company – it was a family. Built on the principles of honesty, hard work, self-belief, and integrity, Castle has never shied away from doing things differently.
Join us in Gulfport
Join us in Gulfport, MS, at Chandeleur Island Brewing Company from 4-6 PM! Connect with fellow family business owners, enjoy great conversations, and get a sneak peek at the upcoming It’s All Relative Family Business Symposium.
We can’t wait to see you there!
June 26, 2025 – Gulfport, MS at Chandeleur Island Brewing Company
Host: Chandeleur Island Brewing Company – Chandeleur (“shan-duh-leer”) Island Brewing Company was started by Cammack Roberds and Cain Roberds from The University of Southern Mississippi. Their love of beer began in the 90’s, which eventually lead to homebrewing, and an endless pursuit of finding the best craft beers the World had to offer.
Join us in Oxford
Join us in Oxford, MS, at Hunt from 4-6 PM! Connect with fellow family business owners, enjoy great conversations, and get a sneak peek at the upcoming It’s All Relative Family Business Symposium.
We can’t wait to see you there!
July 24, 2025 – Oxford, MS at Hunt Marketing Firm
Host: Hunt – Each member of the Hunt team brings unique personalities and skills to the table, but our shared commitment to build great brands, no matter the context, unites us. The pursuit of this common purpose is supported by applying a consistent set of values to everything we touch. We build great brands.
Join us in Jackson
Join us in Jackson, MS, at Jax-Zen Studios from 4-6 PM! Connect with fellow family business owners, enjoy great conversations, and get a sneak peek at the upcoming It’s All Relative Family Business Symposium.
We can’t wait to see you there!
August 7, 2025 – Jackson, MS at Jax-Zen Studios
Host: Jax-Zen Studios was founded in 1999 by Mike Castle Sr. under the name Progressive Pipeline, but from the very beginning, it was more than just a company – it was a family. Built on the principles of honesty, hard work, self-belief, and integrity, Castle has never shied away from doing things differently.
Join us in Tupelo
Join us in Tupelo, MS, at the CDF Building from 4-6 PM! Connect with fellow family business owners, enjoy great conversations, and get a sneak peek at the upcoming It’s All Relative Family Business Symposium.
We can’t wait to see you there!
August 14, 2025 – Tupelo, MS at the Community Development Foundation (CDF)
As a public/private partnership organization, CDF collaborates with county and state officials along with private companies to help connect you to resources, prime locations, funding, incentives and more.
2024 Tour Stops
August 29, 2024 – Gulfport, MS
Host: Chandeleur Island Brewing Company – Chandeleur (“shan-duh-leer”) Island Brewing Company was started by Cammack Roberds and Cain Roberds from The University of Southern Mississippi. Their love of beer began in the 90’s, which eventually lead to homebrewing, and an endless pursuit of finding the best craft beers the World had to offer. Learn More
August 22, 2024 – Oxford, MS
Sponsor: HUNT Marketing – Whether they’re taking a partner’s marketing goal and turning it into a strategic campaign chock-full of engaging creative that inspires action or helping one of their own reach their full potential, Hunt builds great brands. Learn More
April 25, 2024 – Ridgeland, MS
Sponsor: Butler Snow, LLP – Butler Snow’s practice areas include the full range of business law and litigation services. They offer the depth to represent a broad spectrum of national and regional clients in a variety of legal areas. Learn More
Thank you to our ‘Sip Sponsors!
Get Involved!
Email ciefb@olemiss.edu for more information on how you can be involved with the Social in the ‘Sip Legacy Tour!
