About Grandiosity Events
Founded by Susan Smallwood, Grandiosity Events has spent the past decade curating cultural and lifestyle experiences that blend entertainment, philanthropy, and sophistication. With its signature event, POLOxJAZZ ™, the brand continues to set a new standard for luxury with purpose, celebrating leadership, culture, and community impact.
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Grandiosity Events represents more than luxury and entertainment—it is a reflection of purpose-driven collaboration and community advancement.
POLOxJAZZ ™ isn’t just a celebration of elegance and excellence; it’s a platform for impact. It’s about showing what’s possible when vision, leadership, and partnership come together to build stronger, more connected communities.
This year’s POLOxJAZZ ™ marks the 10th Anniversary of Grandiosity Events. Founded by Susan Smallwood—the first woman of color to own a premium caviar brand, La Grande Caviar—the company has consistently elevated conversations around representation, philanthropy, and culture in luxury spaces.
A Partnership for Progress
The partnership between Grandiosity Events and the Tuskegee Airmen Foundation is rooted in shared values. This year’s event will blend live polo and world-class jazz while shining a spotlight on the Foundation’s mission of empowering leaders and transforming lives.
Event Highlights Include:
– Live Jazz: Performances throughout the polo match.
– Diversity in Sport: Featuring an all-Black polo team including athletes Marc Harris, Eric Brown, Noah Dabney, Hosea Johnson, Dale Johnson, and Malachi “Lavish” Lyles.
– VIP Experiences: Curated activations and elevated hospitality.
– Libra Season Celebration: Featuring the “Bring Your Own Cake” birthday tradition.
– Community Recognition: Honoring milestones, anniversaries, and local impact.