Today we’d like to introduce you to Meg Indy Hayley Price
Hi Meg Indy, can you start by introducing yourself? We’d love to learn more about how you got to where you are today?
It all started over coffee at The Goat Farm, a creative hub tucked away in Atlanta—a fitting place for two artists with big dreams to first connect. At the time, we were both navigating the early chapters of our creative careers, chasing inspiration and building something of our own. Meg was cultivating a space for female entrepreneurs, and Hayley was curating an online art gallery, each of us cheering the other on from afar.
Years passed, and our paths continued to run parallel. Then, by what felt like fate, we both felt a pull to create something together—a retreat, a gathering, a space for creatives to connect beyond the digital world. When we turned to each other with the idea, the answer was an easy, resounding yes. But what began as a simple artist retreat quickly evolved into something bigger. We realized that the kind of community we longed to cultivate wasn’t just for traditional artists—it was for creative entrepreneurs of all kinds. And so, The Founders Society was born.
Just six months later, we found ourselves in Rosemary Beach, surrounded by 16 women who had flown in from across the country, each bringing their own dreams, ideas, and creative pursuits. What happened that weekend was nothing short of magic. Deep bonds were formed—connections that extended far beyond the retreat itself. Our greatest hope was that each woman would leave with the same sense of support and creative camaraderie that first brought us together all those years ago. And as we watched friendships spark and ideas take flight, we knew we had created something truly special.
I’m sure it wasn’t obstacle-free, but would you say the journey has been fairly smooth so far?
Not entirely—and honestly, we wouldn’t want it any other way. Building The Founders Society has been a classic case of building the airplane while it’s in the air. We didn’t have a perfectly mapped-out business plan when we started, and we definitely weren’t experts in running retreats or cultivating a creative network at this scale. But we believed in what we were creating, and we knew that figuring things out along the way was part of the magic.
One of our biggest challenges has been not living in the same city. We’re building something rooted in connection and community, yet we’ve had to navigate that from different places, learning how to collaborate remotely while still maintaining the heart and energy of what we do. And because neither of us had done something quite like this before, so much of it has been trial and error—testing, pivoting, and refining as we go.
But that’s part of the fun. We laugh at the moments that don’t go as planned and remind ourselves that some things are just stories for the memoir. Every misstep, every last-minute pivot, and every unexpected hurdle has shaped this into what it is today. The best part? We get to figure it out together, alongside the incredible women in this community who are also building, evolving, and learning as they go.
Alright, so let’s switch gears a bit and talk business. What should we know about your work?
At The Founders Society, we are in the business of connection. We specialize in bringing together creative entrepreneurs—artists, designers, writers, business owners—who are navigating the often-isolating journey of building something of their own. Through intimate retreats, thoughtfully curated gatherings, and our weekly Founders Society Podcast, we create spaces where women can step away from the noise, build meaningful relationships, and gain the clarity they need to grow.
What sets The Founders Society apart is how we do things differently. We’re not just another networking group or business mastermind—we craft experiences designed to surprise and delight. From the moment someone steps into one of our retreats, listens to the podcast, or connects with our community, we want them to feel like they’ve found instant friends. We focus on creating those “oh wow, I didn’t know other people felt that way” moments—where vulnerability meets validation, and creative women realize they’re not alone in their struggles, fears, or ambitions.
We believe that creativity thrives in good company. While many entrepreneurial spaces focus solely on business strategy, we know that true growth comes from feeling seen, supported, and inspired. Whether it’s through a dinner conversation that sparks a business breakthrough, a retreat experience that builds lifelong friendships, or a podcast episode that feels like a heart-to-heart, everything we create is designed to foster meaningful, lasting connections.
We are most proud of the way our community extends beyond the retreats themselves. The friendships, collaborations, and opportunities that have emerged from The Founders Society are what make this work truly meaningful. Watching a founder gain the confidence to take the next big step, a partnership form over a shared bottle of wine, or an idea come to life because of a conversation at one of our gatherings—that is what fuels us.
At our core, The Founders Society is about building something together. We believe that success isn’t just about reaching a goal—it’s about having the right people by your side along the way.
What sort of changes are you expecting over the next 5-10 years?
We see a major shift happening—one that moves away from the impersonal, mass-networking model and toward intimate, real connections. People are tired of walking into rooms filled with thousands of strangers, exchanging business cards, and never truly getting to know anyone. They’re also tired of seeing people on Instagram behind a screen, only catching the highlight reels but never truly understanding the nitty-gritty, behind-the-scenes work it actually took to get there. They don’t want the polished, curated version of success—they want the real stories, the messy middles, the failures, the pivots, and the lessons learned. They want real people, real relationships, and real conversations.
We believe the future of our industry lies in personal touchpoints. While the online world has made connecting easier, it has also made relationships feel less personal. In the next 5-10 years, we see a return to in-person gatherings that prioritize depth over scale—where creatives and entrepreneurs invest in spaces that allow for honest conversations, trust-building, and meaningful collaboration.
Those who recognize this shift and adapt—creating experiences that foster real relationships rather than just transactions—will be the ones who thrive. People no longer just want advice; they want community. They don’t want to simply follow a business blueprint; they want to sit across the table from someone who has been in their shoes, hear the full story—not just the wins—and walk away feeling seen, heard, and supported.
At The Founders Society, we’ve built our entire brand around this idea. We see the next decade being less about scaling bigger and more about scaling deeper. The future belongs to those who create spaces where women can be vulnerable, talk about business and life, and form real friendships that last far beyond a single event.
Contact Info:
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/founderssociety/
- Other: https://thefounderssociety.substack.com/
