Why This Event Matters
The Spirit of DeKalb Awards shines a light on individuals, businesses, and public servants whose work strengthens our county. This annual gala celebrates excellence in leadership, service, and innovation, while raising support for initiatives that uplift and empower DeKalb residents.
Host for the Evening
Ryan Cameron
Guiding the evening with energy, humor, and heart.
An Emmy Award–winning radio personality, host, voiceover artist, and humanitarian, he brings more than 25 years of excellence to the entertainment industry. A Georgia native, he is a two-time Emmy winner and inductee of both the Georgia and Black Radio Halls of Fame. He leads the #1 afternoon show on MAJIC 107.5/97.5 and is nationally syndicated through Reach Media. His groundbreaking roles as the first African American P.A. announcer for the Atlanta Hawks and later the Atlanta Falcons highlight his influence. As founder of a youth-focused foundation, he has impacted thousands while remaining one of Atlanta’s most respected and powerful figures.
Award-Winning Radio Personality & Motivational Speaker
“Guiding the evening with energy, humor, and heart.”
Entertainment
Orchestra Noir
Alex Ahn
spirit of dekalb awards
- Saturday, December 13, 2025
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5:30 PM – VIP Reception
5:45 PM – Cocktail Hour
7 PM – Dinner & Awards Program
- Location Crowne Plaza Atlanta Perimeter at Ravinia 4355 Ashford Dunwoody Rd NE Atlanta, GA 30346
- Holiday Black-Tie Awards Gala Celebrating leadership, community impact, and excellence across DeKalb County.
Sponsorship Levels
VISIONARY PARTNER — $20,000
- 2 VIP Tables (20 seats)
- 20 Visionaries Reception tickets
- Champagne service (2 bottles/table)
- 3-minute stage remarks
- Top-tier logo placement (all materials)
- Premium program ad (Inside Front/Back Cover)
PILLAR SPONSOR — $15,000
- 1 VIP Gala Table (10 seats)
- 10 Visionaries Reception tickets
- Champagne service (2 bottles)
- Prominent logo placement
- Verbal recognition during Gala
- Full-page program ad
CORNERSTONE SPONSOR — $10,000
- 1 Premium Gala Table (10 seats)
- 10 Visionaries Reception tickets
- Champagne service (2 bottles)
- Logo on materials & website
- Stage acknowledgment
- Full-page program ad
FOUNDATION PARTNER — $5,000
- 1 Preferred Gala Table (10 seats)
- 10 Visionaries Reception tickets
- Logo at Gala & select materials
- Half-page program ad
GALA PATRON — $3,500
- 1 Gala Table (10 seats)
- Name listed on table
- Name in program booklet
- Quarter-page program ad
INDIVIDUAL TICKET — $200
- Admission to Gala
- Full dinner & entertainment
- Awards ceremony access
nominations
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