Known as Disrespectfully Drunk brand owner Kenya, a vivacious young entrepreneur, is the head of a liquor brand that will soon become an empire. Consisting of exotic drinks made of top-shelf liquors the brand has risen from its summer 2017 start in grassroots consumerism to wide range entertainment industry acceptance. She also has hosted various events in the entertainment business and host her own podcast named after her brand “Disrespectfully Drunk Podcast” where she interviews upcoming artist, upcoming and established business owners, comedians and celebrities.
Brooklyn born, North Carolina raised she now calls the Bronx home to her libation brand. Catering to the entire tristate, her current campaign is centered on product placement as she has been widely sought after by reality hallmark shows such as the Black Ink and Love & Hip Hop franchises. Kenya’s plans are also in place to be accepted in venues and stores locally as it has become a popular drink of choice amongst notable influencers and platforms such as Jaquae, Maino, Mr. Commodore, Mr. Cheeks, Jack Thriller, Lynn Hobson, Roxanne Shante, Marc John J, Capone, Fred Da Godson, Vado, Sway In The Morning, Kidd Kidd, Mysonne, and Comedian Godfrey, Sirius XM, Atlantic Records, Harlem Haberdashery Masquerade, and Ballin’ 4 Peace Celebrities vs NYPD Finest Softball Tournaments to name a few; The liquor has become a mainstay in many of the leading Hip Hop and R&B visuals and recent sponsorships by Ciroc and Plush Vodka have served as a premonition to what types of collaborations are to come.
Aside from the music and entertainment industry, Disrespectfully Drunk has created a buzz in the fashion realm via its partnership with Get Money Kicks, a top tier sneaker trade show with multiple domestic stops as well as New York’s Fashion Week. No venue or event is outside of the brands capability as the resume includes: Hair shows, fashion shows weed festivals, adult toy parties, pool parties, block parties, music showcases, high school reunions, wedding receptions, grand openings, anniversaries, and a Yacht party as well as bachelorette party and many other private events.
From a marketing standpoint Disrespectfully Drunk has gathered much support from the media receiving interviews on Shade 45 (Sirius XM), No Time 4 The Small Talk, Wazzup Radio, DogHouse radio, Frique Chat, Get2KnowMe Radio, Str8FromDaGutta Radio, What’s Happening Now radio, and featured in What’s Good, Scrilla Guerillaz, and Style and Soul magazines.
Over the course of 4 years Kenya has employed over 12 people that delivers her drinks across New York and New Jersey areas and has plans on taking it to the south in the near future.
What began as a hustle has become empowered by a sense of responsibility to uplift the community while keeping individuals satisfied with their drink of choice?
“My eyes have been opened as I see that we as a minority community struggle badly, having to ‘find a way’. I want the brand to create job opportunities and entrepreneurial opportunities for business minded individuals who may come on as franchise owners.”
– Kenya
Understanding the importance of legacy, Kenya seeks to add to her portfolio through other capitalistic ventures which can serve as leverage for her passion of philanthropy and social service.
“As crazy as it may sound, I want to rebuild Black Wall Street; except this time it will extend further as a two block radius, but around the world.”
– Kenya
Motivated, reliable, organized, and consistent are attributes that have been bestowed upon Kenya. Having stood out from other beverage oriented street vendors, Kenya has established herself as a respectable business woman with more to conquer.
An example for women globally, Kenya is a survivor of an abusive relationship who used her ambition as an escape route and foundation for her success to date. Adding to the brands menu by the day, she has become a house hold name and sets her sights on ascending up the social and business ladder becoming one of the leading tastemakers in the industry today.
Disrespectfully Drunk was a partner of Atlantic Records and Power Industry providing drinks for celebrity guests at their events on Sundays and was the featured beverage for Jack Thriller’s “Party and Bullshit” variety show every Monday in New York City.
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Instagram: @DisrespectfullyDrunkLLC
Twitter: @DsrspctfullyDrunk
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