S&B Events is a non-profit 501c-3 organization know for large-scale, premium tasting events, with a mission "to produce quality entertainment for the enrichment and benefit of the community while raising funding for worthy charities🥃🔥 The company prides itself in producing quality entertainment that supports travel, tourism, arts, and local charitable causes. The new “S&B Events” l
ogo reflects the company’s growth from being notable for the Smoke & Barrel premium culinary and tasting event into a year-round initiative of producing great events that give back to those in need! Founded by best friends, Adam Fontenot and Nathaniel Allured, the annual Smoke & Barrel event began with experience and passion for bourbon, BBQ, and whiskey coupled with a desire to invest in their community and its future. Launched in 2018, the event draws nearly 2000 people from all over Louisiana and Texas to Lake Charles for a premium food and beverage tasting event. As the non-profit company continues to grow with each year, their ability to make a difference has also increased with a new initiative through their primary beneficiaries, United Way of SWLA. The program Success by 6 provides day school scholarships for children under the age of 6, which better prepares them for success throughout childhood and into adulthood. “We believe the success of a community begins with its youth and ensuring they are prepared rather than behind is a priority” says co-founder Nathaniel Allured. Research shows that educational development is crucial in the first few years and kids who start behind will stay behind. As S&B Events works to raise funding for these day school scholarships, they fuel educational achievement and economic productivity of the next generation. The non-profit company continues to expand their impact on entertainment, tourism, and charitable fundraising activities through Southwest Louisiana with the production of quality experiences which include three major elements: fine spirits, excellent cuisine, and world class entertainment. Executive Director, Nathaniel has an extensive background in the spirits and distribution world and Creative Director, Adam was heavily involved in the
entertainment and food industry, especially in Southeast Texas. To support the continued growth of the company, the two founders have welcomed Saige Mestayer to the team as the Marketing and Campaign Director. She brings professional experience in PR and marketing with a focus on the food, beverage, and entertainment industries. There are currently two events in S&B Events’ annual lineup. Smoke & Barrel, the event, welcomes in the cool breeze of late fall and Rum Revival kicks off the warmth of spring. You can learn more details about Smoke & Barrel Events’ mission by visiting smokeandbarrel.org. About Smoke & Barrel Inc:
Smoke & Barrel Inc. is a 501(c)(3) non-profit company whose mission is to produce quality
entertainment for the enrichment of the community while raising funding for worthy
charities. Put more simply: We produce great events that give back!
