Athens Scoop
Athens Scoop Private Business Dinner
An invite-only dinner for 20 established Athens business owners, operators, and local leaders.
May 21, 2026
Presented by Georgia Center for Employee Ownership
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May 21, 2026
Room
20 invited guests
Format
Private dinner
Next Step
Andrew reviews each request
Built for the room
A private table for people building in Athens.
Athens Scoop is bringing together business owners, professionals, operators, and local leaders for a small private dinner on May 21st.
The goal is simple: put sharp people at one table to talk honestly about growth, hiring, AI, operations, marketing, and what it takes to build well in Athens.
No panel. No pitch decks. Just dinner and a curated room of people with real work in common.
Founding Host
Presented by Georgia Center for Employee Ownership
Georgia Center for Employee Ownership helps Georgia business owners and advisors understand employee ownership as a path for succession, retention, and long-term business transition.
Learn more about GACEOWho This Is For
Owners, operators, advisors, and local leaders.
Established Athens business owners
Operators with real teams or meaningful local responsibility
Local leaders connected to the Athens business community
Advisors who serve owners in finance, legal, accounting, banking, or succession planning
People who can add real value to the room
What to Expect
Small room. Clear expectations.
Private dinner with 20 total seats
Curated guest list
Smart casual dress
Dinner and drinks paid individually
$10 seat hold after approval to confirm RSVP
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