An Evening with "Rick Ross" at the Rialto Center for the Arts at Georgia State University was an insightful exploration of the course offered by Georgia State Law titled "The Legal Life of Rick Ross." This unique class analyzed the rapper's business practices beyond the music industry. It was a comprehensive study covering Ross's business contracts, insights from the lawyers involved, and practical lessons on negotiating deals, client representation, and crisis management.
The course highlighted Rick Ross's approach to wealth accumulation through diverse business investments, including Wing Stop, Checkers restaurants, Luc Belaire, and Rap Snacks. Professor Mo Ivory, the mind behind the "The Legal Life of..." series, specifically chose Rick Ross for the fall 2023 semester, aligning the course with the 50th anniversary of hip-hop. Ivory's intention was to showcase how Ross transformed his love for music into a vast empire that spans real estate, food and beverage franchises, automotive and bike industry investments, literary works, and corporate equity ownership.
During the event, Rick Ross was joined by his mother and sister, both key figures in handling his business affairs since day one. Attendees were treated to film excerpts from class interviews with DJ Drama, Attorney John Rhodes, Attorney Steve Sadow, Evie, and Ross's family mom and sister. Ross spoke candidly about his past beef and legal issues with Curtis "50 Cent" Jackson, offering insights into his upbringing and journey as a businessman.
The evening served as a valuable opportunity for Ross to impart his wisdom and experiences to the next generation. His dedication to sharing his knowledge was evident when he mentioned that he has always been a student of the game and enjoyed teaching aspiring entrepreneurs how to continue hustling and building their own empires.
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