Fawn Weaver, an entrepreneurial powerhouse with over 25 years of experience, is the visionary CEO and founder of Grant Sidney, Inc., a discreetly held investment juggernaut. With a captivating media presence, she's a New York Times bestselling author and highly sought-after guest on prominent global shows, including FOX Business, CNBC, Good Morning America, and CBS This Morning. She is a regular contributor for Inc. Magazine and has been featured in hundreds of national and international publications. Weaver's remarkable achievements include founding Uncle Nearest, Inc. propelling Uncle Nearest Premium Whiskey to unprecedented success. This brand, the fastest-growing American whiskey in history, has earned over 850 awards and is the top-selling African American-founded spirit of all time.

Weaver's transformative vision and leadership are at the helm of this triumph. Beyond business, her legacy radiates through the Nearest Green Foundation, a nonprofit she established in 2016, focusing on African American heritage and community upliftment. Initiatives like Operation Brother's Keeper and the Nearest and Jack Advancement Initiative reflect her advocacy for positive change and inclusivity. Weaver's education, including an undergraduate degree from the University of Alabama, and her Corporate Director certification from Harvard Business School, underscore her multifaceted expertise. In a historic feat, Weaver is the first non-celebrity Black American woman to found and lead a billion-dollar enterprise. Her board role at Endeavor Group Holdings, a multi-billion-dollar entertainment titan, highlights her unparalleled influence and business acumen. Weaver's journey, marked by milestones, continues to redefine success, uplift communities, and shape industries for a brighter future.