Ebonie Ward Opens A Creative Space in Atlanta

Ebonie Ward is the top female manager for top major artists such as Future, Gunna and more who are at the top of their game.

Ebonie Ward, 11th & Co.’s CEO and Founder, is one of the top female managers at the top of her game by managing the top stars in the industry named Future, Gunna, James Harden and more. As she is originally from Atlanta, Georgia, it was only right to build her fortune 500 company in the heart of the Georgia Peach city. As Ward recently opened her 550 RMG, 11th & Co takes a major step forward in building a dynamic hub for Black entrepreneurs and creatives in music, sports and entertainment. She is the sole owner of the building where there are no partners involved.

Take a read of how the 550 RMG owner, Ebonie Ward, leads a black-woman company, the start of opening her second location in Atlanta and by being at the top of her game in a male-dominated industry.

How did you come up with the name 11th & Co and what does it mean to you?

The name 11th & Co is deeply personal. The number 11 represents alignment, transition, and purpose—but it also happens to be my birthday, September 11th. It’s always shown up as a sign in my life, so building my company around that number felt like a natural extension of who I am. The “& Co” stands for collaboration and community—because this journey isn’t just mine, it’s built with and for the culture, the team, and the artists we serve. Everything about 11th & Co is intentional.

By having a Black woman-led company, what have been some lessons along building this company? What is some good advice to give to someone who looks up to you and is inspired by you?

One of the biggest lessons is that being underestimated can actually be your superpower. It forces you to move smarter, sharper, and with more resilience. I’ve also learned the importance of protecting your peace—this industry can be intense, and you need clarity to lead effectively. For anyone inspired by my journey, I’d say: stay rooted in your “why,” trust your vision, and don’t wait for permission. You belong in every room you walk into.

With it being home to stars such as Flo Milli, Future, Gunna and more—how does it feel to manage some of the top artists in entertainment in a male-dominated industry?

It’s empowering. It’s challenging. And it’s necessary. There’s pressure, but there’s also purpose. Managing some of the top names in the game as a Black woman isn’t just about business—it’s about shifting narratives and making space. I take pride in showing that leadership looks like us too. We can hold our own and elevate the culture while doing it.

As you opened a second location here in Atlanta, where do you see your business in five years?

In five years, I see 11th & Co expanding into a full-scale cultural powerhouse—bridging music, media, fashion, and tech. I want to continue investing in new talent, launching ventures that reflect the next wave of creative energy, and building legacy. Atlanta will always be the heart, but we’re going global with it.

Many don’t know you were born and raised in Atlanta. What was your reason for knowing this is what you wanted to do, and how did you know the artists you were working with were going to the top and dominating?

Growing up in Atlanta, I was surrounded by culture, hustle, and raw talent—it was inevitable. I always had an eye for energy and authenticity. When I started working with these artists, I didn’t just see potential—I saw power. I knew they had something special because they were unapologetically themselves. I trusted my gut, and I bet on them—and we’ve been building ever since.