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How I Built Connections Through Meetups in Atlanta

Rand Larsen
Rand Larsen
Founder, SMB Community · Writing from the van
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Running a business can feel isolating at times. That’s why a group of us in Atlanta met to create a space for something different.

Here’s the full story.

Real Stories

We came together to share real stories, what’s working, what isn’t, and the lessons we’ve learned along the way.

There were no sales pitches. We left the surface-level networking at the door.

The entire focus was on having honest conversations with other operators who understand the journey.

Rand Larsen taking a selfie at a networking meetup in Atlanta, with a group of attendees seated and standing around a long table in a decorated venue

Conclusion

These meetups are designed to combat the isolation of entrepreneurship by fostering an environment for genuine connection.

The goal is to provide a forum for sharing authentic experiences and lessons, free from the pressure of sales or superficial networking.

I’m doing these meetups all over the country, not just in Atlanta.

If you would like to join the next one, let me know by sending me a DM on X.

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TopicCommunity
DateSep 25, 2025
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Rand Larsen
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I run peer groups for SMB owners and host no-pitch meetups across North America — these days from a camper van. Come find the real version.
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