CreateATL is a Micro Adaptive Cultural System (M.A.C.S.) that transforms blighted industrial properties into collaboration spaces guided by community voices. Over the next decade our goal is to replicate this model across some of Atlanta’s most important and least invested neighborhoods.

RECENT HIGHLIGHTS

Whether you are using our shared space to launch your business, looking to join the community, or want to help get others passion projects off the ground, we have a way for you to contribute.

The Space: BUILD

BUILD – Sawdust & Soul A limited makerspace to create and learn BUILD is a makerspace, workshop, and test space for those who work with their hands and don’t mind a little sawdust a part of their day. Membership includes access to a robust collection of hand and power tools, as well as, technology tools…

The Space: DREAM

DREAM – Space for businesses Create a better future with the leaders of tomorrow DREAM is a 24/7 workspace for The Collective (apply here), a cohort that enters CreateATL’s impact accelerator after being invited by our selection committee that vets these businesses against our values and the community’s needs. This group of local leaders evaluates…

The Space: LIFT

LIFT – Coworking with neighbors A place for coffee, coworking, and connection LIFT is our 4,000 SF indoor/outdoor coworking space designed for remote work, relaxation with a cup of coffee, and some quiet time to chill. By night, the space becomes a vibrant event space that supports businesses, the neighborhood, and cultural programming. Atlanta residents…

ADVISORY BOARD

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Susannah Darrow

Co-founder // Purpose Possible

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Sherri Daye Scott

Director of Marketing // WABE

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Diane Estner

President // Danni Enterprises

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NEW BOARD MEMBER

Resilience Expert

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Mikki Harris

Professor // Morehouse College

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Matthew Miller

Board Member

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Jeff Woodward

Attorney // Taylor English

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NEW BOARD MEMBER

Financial Capital

CREATEATL TEAM

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POUYA DIANAT

Community Organizer

Pouya’s love for collaboration and visual storytelling had laid the groundwork for his company, BEAM, and planted the metaphorical seed for CreateATL. At the heart of his endeavors is collaborating with the businesses of tomorrow, telling stories driven by technology, humanity, and social responsibility.

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The Cadre

Community Manager

CreateATL’s day-to-day needs are managed by a cadre of powerful community managers bringing a variety of interests and passions to the space while also being your resource for whatever you may need during your time at CreateATL.

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