Victor “Beau” Tracy Shell

Owner of Lil' Ice Cream Dude

He is Victor “Beau” Tracy Shell, a 13-year old who believes that ice cream should be its own food group! Beau (pronounced Bo) believes that he can spread happiness with his ice cream and he loves his business.He is Athens’ youngest entrepreneur and he is the youngest person ever to become a member of the Athens Area Chamber of Commerce. He owns and operates his own ice cream cart and trailer (affectionately named the Popsicle). He is the Lil’ IceCream Dude and he is in his 3rd year of operation. He was recently named one of Zagat’s Atlanta Top 30 Under 30. This honors recognizes trailblazers and“rock stars in the food industry.” He has been named an honorary member of the International Association of Ice Cream Distributors and Vendors for five consecutive years. Also received numerous scholarships and business awards including a scholarship from the Kids Dreaming Big Scholarship contest sponsored by African Pride hair care products. He was presented his award by Real Housewives of Atlanta star, Cynthia Bailey.