The Compact · Raleigh area
Build a business.
Find your people.
For people building businesses and themselves. Small gatherings around Raleigh, with time for real conversation and friendships that go beyond the work.
Why we gather
The people you build alongside matter.
Building something takes a lot of your attention. It helps to have people to talk an idea through with, celebrate a small win, or catch up with over a drink.
The Compact brings people together in person, with space to get to know one another beyond the work. A shared evening is where it starts.
What to expect
People with something in progress
Business owners, founders, makers, and people serious about a craft. What you’re building matters more than your title or how far along you are.
Time to get past the introduction
A small group and something to do together. Talk through an idea, share what’s been difficult, or get to know someone over a game of pool.
A little more give than take
Come curious. Listen, share what you know, and respect what’s shared with you. Everyone helps make this a place worth coming back to.
A look inside
An evening with The Compact.
A game of pool. A few drinks. Time to hear what someone else is working on.
Builders Night
Explore our meetupsMore gatherings are taking shape. Check the meetups page for upcoming dates.
An invitation to take part
There’s a place for you here.
We keep the group small and review every application. Bring curiosity, be generous with what you know, and keep personal conversations in confidence. That’s the compact.
Tell us about yourself
A short application: what you’re building and how to reach you. A few honest sentences are enough.
We read every application
We look for people who care about their work and want to contribute to the group. Each application is reviewed personally.
Come to a gathering
Once approved, sign in to find the meetup details and RSVP. Show up ready to get to know a few people.
Before you join
A few things to know.
Do I need to be a founder?
No. The Compact is open to people building a business, a trade, a craft, or a serious project. We care about what you’re working on and how you show up for other people.
Is there a membership fee?
There’s no membership fee at this time. Check each meetup listing for any event costs and what’s included.
Where and how often do you meet?
We gather around the Raleigh area. Each meetup has its own date and format, listed on the meetups page. Approved members can sign in for private location details and to RSVP.
What happens after I apply?
We review your application personally. Sign in with the email you applied with to check your membership status. Once approved, you can access member meetup details and RSVP.
Your next good conversation
Starts with showing up.
Meet people who care about what they’re building and who they’re becoming. We’d like to hear what you’re working on.
Become a member