Rodney Smith is a humble man from humble beginnings who didn’t let his past stop him from building his empire. His passion for community and relationships sparked a vision to bring people together to create a synergy to change the landscape for making business connections.

The Bourbon Connection™ drew interest from various sectors, and business communities, drawing attention to the need to develop something that paired well with the relationships created by sharing bourbon with friends and fostering business opportunities.

In 2020 The Bourbon Connection™ was created to arrange, organize, and host social events, get-togethers, and parties for club members allowing members and their businesses to bring their brands to their fans. His network includes professional NFL athletes, bankers, and high profile executives to create an exclusive networking community.