The Citizen

1 Million Cups
2025-10-01 09:00 - 10:00, 2025-10-08 09:00 - 10:00, 2025-10-15 09:00 - 10:00, 2025-10-22 09:00 - 10:00, 2025-10-29 09:00 - 10:00, 2025-11-05 09:00 - 10:00, 2025-11-12 09:00 - 10:00, 2025-11-19 09:00 - 10:00 (America/New_York) and 19 more dates | Launch Fayette, 250 Peachtree Parkway, Peachtree City, GA, 30259, United States
1 Million Cups (1MC) is a national program designed for entrepreneurs to share their businesses and challenges with a supportive, community-driven audience. It’s an opportunity to showcase what you’re working on, get valuable feedback, and connect with like-minded individuals who are all about helping each other grow.

A Community Celebration and Investor Empowerment Event - NEW BOOK: Inside Secrets to Crowdfund Investing Follow Jane's Journey
2025-12-03 17:30 - 19:00 | Launch Fayette, 250 Peachtree Parkway, Peachtree City, GA, 30259, United States
Launching the Movement to Grow a New Generation of Local Investors in Fayette County
Join the Launch Fayette & Startup Fayette community as we join bestselling author Karen Rands for an exciting and inspiring evening as she celebrates the release of her newest book — the second in the Inside Secrets Series — Inside Secrets to Crowdfund Investing. Follow Jane’s Journey: See How a New Generation Builds Wealth with Purpose, Passion, & Profit.
Meet Karen, hear the story that inspired the book, and follow Jane’s Journey — a relatable narrative woven through the book that shows how everyday people can build wealth with purpose, passion, and profit.
WED DEC 3 5:30pm to 7pm REGISTER HERE https://bit.ly/KCHbooksign2
Refreshments provided. Open to the Public – Free event. Buy your autographed book at the event. First Come First Serve, or Buy at Amazon:
What to Expect
This is more than a book signing — it’s the start of a local movement.
You’ll learn how ordinary people in our community can create extraordinary wealth by investing in entrepreneurs, innovators, and local businesses — the same way the wealthy have been doing for decades.
Whether you are:
✓ New to investing
✓ Looking to invest with more impact
✓ Seeking to diversify your portfolio
✓ Curious about how to put your money to work in smarter, more rewarding ways
…this event will introduce you to a new world of accessible investing opportunities. Pathways for education to master the skills for successful Angel and Crowdfund Investing.
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ABOUT THE AUTHOR:
Karen Rands – The Compassionate Capitalist™
She is a best-selling author, top podcast host, and industry expert in crowdfunding, angel investing, economic empowerment, and funding innovation.
Karen Rands is disrupting the status quo of investing and championing the power of democratized wealth creation—inspiring a movement where anyone can invest in entrepreneurs, build wealth, and create lasting impact.
Karen is the Launch Fayette’s Entrepreneur in Residence to provide expert counsel for member on access to capital, capital strategy, and investor readiness.

Finding Your Market Fit: Why Customers Buy (and Why They Don’t)
2026-02-10 16:30 - 20:00 | Let’s Go Pickleball, 1001 Moba Drive Suite A, Peachtree City, GA, 30269, United States
The February StartUp Fayette meeting offers a unique blend of insight and experience, featuring Barry Falcon, one of the founders of Let’s Go Pickleball. 🏓
Barry will share the story behind building one of the area’s most talked-about pickleball facilities, walking through how he identified market demand, differentiated the concept, and turned an idea into a scalable business. Drawing from principles like Seth Godin’s Purple Cow, the conversation will focus on what truly drives customer behavior and how remarkable experiences create lasting traction.
Event Flow:
• 4:30 – 5:00 PM: Networking
• 5:00 – 5:45 PM: Program (led by Barry Falcon)
• 5:45 – 6:30 PM: Behind-the-scenes facility tour
• 6:30 – 8 PM: Pickleball play
Following the program, attendees will have the opportunity to tour the facility and take part in pickleball and/or padel play. For those participating on the courts, please wear appropriate athletic shoes and clothing. Paddles, balls, and instruction will be provided. A signed waiver will be required. ✍️
Snacks and refreshments will be available. This event is ideal for entrepreneurs, marketers, and business owners interested in understanding customer behavior, differentiation, and real-world market fit.

StartUp Fayette: Business 201 – Your Next Level Business Success
2026-04-21 17:00 - 19:00 | Launch Fayette, 250 Peachtree Parkway, Peachtree City, GA, 30259, United States
Presented by Nicola O. Roberts, JPMorgan Chase
Ready to take your business to the next level? The April StartUp Fayette event is designed for entrepreneurs and business owners who are ready to move beyond the basics and build a stronger, more resilient foundation for growth.
In this interactive session, Nicola O. Roberts, Vice President and Senior Business Consultant at JPMorgan Chase, will guide participants through key principles that drive long-term business success. Drawing on more than 30 years of experience in banking, finance, and entrepreneurship, Nicola brings practical insight and real-world perspective to help founders think more strategically about their next phase of growth.
Participants will explore what it means to think like an entrepreneur, establish a solid foundation for scaling, develop agility and resilience in a changing business environment, and lead with a people-first mindset. Attendees will also receive the JPMorganChase Coaching for Impact: Business 201 – Your Next Level Business Notebook, providing tools and frameworks to apply these concepts beyond the session.
Join us on April 21 from 5–7 PM at Launch Fayette for an evening of learning, connection, and community.
🍕 Pizza will be provided.
Cost:
Free to attend. Registration is encouraged.
