Small Business Roundtables & Mastermind Groups

Small business roundtables and mastermind groups offer business owners in Rockdale County the chance to gain peer insight, accountability, and support from others facing similar challenges. These small, focused groups are designed for honest conversation, problem-solving, and long-term growth planning.

1. What Are Roundtables & Mastermind Groups?

• Roundtables: Facilitated peer-to-peer groups where business owners meet regularly to discuss specific issues like finance, operations, or leadership.
• Mastermind Groups: Small groups of entrepreneurs who work together to offer advice, share experiences, and set growth goals.
• Both types offer accountability, insight, and strategic thinking you might not find elsewhere.

2. Local and Regional Opportunities for Rockdale County Businesses

• Conyers-Rockdale Chamber Business Councils: Includes member-led groups and small peer forums that function like roundtables for business development and issue sharing.
  Website: https://www.conyers-rockdale.com
• SCORE Atlanta Mastermind Groups: Virtual and in-person accountability groups facilitated by business mentors.
  Website: https://atlanta.score.org
• Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Peer Groups: SBDC advisors can help match you with local growth-focused groups or help you start one.
  Website: https://georgiasbdc.org

3. Benefits of Joining a Business Roundtable or Mastermind

• Get practical, real-world feedback from experienced business owners.
• Gain perspective from outside your industry.
• Set goals and be held accountable for execution.
• Build trusted relationships that support growth and decision-making.

4. How to Start Your Own Group in Rockdale County

• Form a group of 4–8 local entrepreneurs from different industries.
• Meet monthly (virtually or in-person) with a set agenda and rotating leadership.
• Use free tools like Zoom, Google Meet, or Trello to track goals and topics.
• Reach out to the Chamber or SBDC for help facilitating or promoting your group.

5. Helpful Resources for Rockdale County Businesses

SCORE Atlanta – Group Coaching & Mastermind
Website: https://atlanta.score.org

UGA Small Business Development Center (SBDC)
Website: https://georgiasbdc.org

Rockdale County Business Resource Hub
Connecting entrepreneurs to peer groups and accountability circles to help build resilient, growth-minded businesses across Rockdale County.

Roundtables and masterminds offer real solutions and real support—empowering small businesses in Rockdale County to grow smarter, together.