Dr. William Hayling
	Thomas Dortch, Jr.
	Nathaniel Goldston

N. Russell Goldston IV

N. Russell Goldston IV, senior VP of Business Development, Gourmet Services, Inc., and son of the late Nathaniel Goldston said, during the unveiling, "Many times growing up, it seemed burdensome to be the son of a great man because I had to share so much of him with the rest of the world. However as I now stand, a man, and looking back at his accomplishments, the struggles, the successes and the blessings, I am awestruck and inspired by my father's life. I am proud that the community that he so diligently serves has chosen to recognize his lifelong efforts and accomplishments. It is [be]fitting that he be honored as a living legend."

Nathaniel R. Goldston, III, is founder of Gourmet Services, Inc. and serves as the chairman of the board and chief executive officer. He is responsible for the strategic development of the corporation and is its premier salesman. The Omaha, Nebraska, native earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Administration with a major in Hotel and Restaurant Management from the University of Denver.

His post-graduate work includes a study of dietetics, real estate, and law. Mr. Goldston began his professional career at an early age, working in foodservice at a local hotel with his father. After college he gained extensive experience in all phases of catering

"It is a great blessing to have had the opportunity to be raised in the home of a great man. My father is truly deserving of his induction into The National Great Blacks in Wax Museum. Many times growing up, it seemed burdensome to be the son of a great man because I had to share so much of him with the rest of the world. However as I now stand, a man and looking back at his accomplishments, the struggles, the successes, and the blessings, I am awestruck and inspired by my father's life. I am proud that the community that he so diligently serves has chosen to recognize his lifelong efforts and accomplishments; it is befitting that he be honored as a living legend." N. Russell Goldston IV Senior VP of Business Development Gourmet Services, Inc

management while serving as Food Service Director for a major food service company. He advanced to the positions of District Manager, Regional Vice President and Senior Vice President within the company. He left to pursue his dream of entrepreneurship and founded Gourmet Services, Inc. in 1975.

Mr. Goldston has received several awards and honors recognizing his many accomplishments in the food service and business arenas including:: The "Catalyst Award for Atlanta's Most Promising Business," 'Special Achievement Award in Business', Black Enterprise Magazine, Business of the Year, and the Interracial Council for Business Opportunity. He has been recognized twice by Metro Magazine for Pioneering and New Markets Concepts, Georgia Trend Magazine as "Georgia's Leading Business People", "Entrepreneur of the Year" by the Atlanta Business League and received "The Trumpet Award" from Turner Broadcasting.

Mr. Goldston has served in leadership roles with numerous community organizations including: president, 100 Black Men of America, president and founding member 100 Black Men of Atlanta, and the Atlanta Business League, to name a few. He currently serves as a member of the Board of trustees of the University of Denver, Wilberforce University, The Atlanta Diabetes Association, Chairman of the National Junior Golf Scholarship Association, Chairman of Georgia Peace Office Scholarship Fund and Vice Chairman of Georgia Center for Children.