Meet Drae Crenshaw

We’re excited to introduce you to the always interesting and insightful Drae Crenshaw. We hope you’ll enjoy our conversation with Drae below.

Drae, looking forward to learning from your journey. You’ve got an amazing story and before we dive into that, let’s start with an important building block. Where do you get your work ethic from?

My parents, Jean and Paul Crenshaw, were both entrepreneurs, and their dedication to hard work greatly influenced my upbringing. My mother worked as a beautician, while my father held a full-time position at the local hospital during the day and ran his cleaning business at night. After my siblings and I finished school, we would do our homework and then join my mom in helping my dad clean offices. I particularly remember those winter nights, which were challenging for me since I wasn’t fond of the cold. However, those experiences were invaluable, as they instilled a strong work ethic in me that has contributed to my success today. I’m truly grateful for the lessons I learned during that time.

Thanks, so before we move on maybe you can share a bit more about yourself?

A God-fearing man full of life and determination,
Andrae moved to Atlanta in 1998. He gained
valuable education and training from top
professionals in both the corporate and
entertainment industries. His experiences with
past employers have shaped him into the strong
leader he is today.
Andrae’s career in entertainment includes
internships and work with influential people and
companies such as La Reid Music Publishing/Def
Jam, Invictus Entertainment, and Tyler Perry Studios. After years of success in the industry, Andrae founded THE DRAE SHAW CELEBRITY
BOOKING AGENCY, where he serves as CEO.
He is the former manager and the current exclusive booking agent to the platinum-selling R&B
artist Keke Wyatt, having started as her assistant years ago. Known for his big dreams and
relentless perseverance, Andrae never accepts “no” as a final answer, often citing, “I can do all
things through Christ who strengthens me.” His booking agency specializes in arranging
appearances and concerts for established music artists, actors, comedians, and reality TV and
film celebrities. Andrae has worked with numerous stars, including Keke Wyatt, John Legend, Eva Marcille,
Monica, Tamar Braxton, Faith Evans, Kelly Price, Musiq Soulchild, Nene Leaks and many more.
Andrae is a proud church boy. He has been active in the gospel industry, singing as a background
vocalist for Chicago’s Grammy nominated, Dove and Stellar Award-winning Choir Ricky Dillard
and New G for eight years.
His creative talents led to the founding of LOVE, LAUGH, LIFE EVENTS BY DRAE
CRENSHAW, an event planning company specializing in birthdays, holidays, anniversaries,
weddings, and other special events.
In October 2023, Andrae executive produced and starred in WE TV’s “Keke Wyatt’s World,”
adding Executive Producer to his resume. He is already working on his second TV show in this
capacity. Andrae’s innovative spirit led to the invention of THE DESIGNER TREE CAPE, a
patented, first-of-its-kind Christmas tree decoration. This product is part of his newest business creation DRAE CRENSHAW
HOLIDAY COLLECTION. He takes pride in being the designer, creator, writer, and executive
producer of all related marketing commercials. The Designer Tree Cape was introduced on WE
TV’s “Keke Wyatt’s World.” Through all his ventures, Andrae remains committed to providing 100% quality and service to
each client. His agency, THE DRAE SHAW ENTERTAINMENT AGENCY, is dedicated to matching the best celebrities
for promoters and events, with a motto that reflects his core value:
“Where Business is Done with Integrity.”

If you had to pick three qualities that are most important to develop, which three would you say matter most?

The three key qualities that have significantly shaped my journey are keeping God first, strong work ethic and a willingness to learn. Additionally, I’ve learned the importance of resilience in the face of rejection.

For those just starting out, my advice is straightforward: Be willing to learn what you don’t know and willing to relearn what you do know. never give up. Put in the hard work and reach out to the leaders you admire for mentorship. Take bold steps and don’t let fear hold you back; it can prevent you from reaching your true potential. Remember, don’t be disheartened by rejection—each “no” brings you one step closer to a “yes.”

What was the most impactful thing your parents did for you?

The most significant impact my parents had on me was instilling essential life values from the moment I was born. They laid a strong foundation that helped us understand our identity and purpose, which has made navigating adulthood much smoother.

Contact Info:

• Website: https://draecrenshawcollection.com
• Instagram: IG- Drae Crenshaw IG- thedraecrenshawcollection
• Facebook: Drae Crenshaw Collection

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