MailChimp’s founders built the company slowly by anticipating customers’ needs
The Atlanta tech scene is blossoming, just like our film industry. We have a couple of incubators, including a few that are funded/supported by Georgia Tech. The cost of living here is super cheap, and there are brilliant and talented people everywhere.We have satellite offices for tons of major tech companies, so there are traditional tech jobs too. Earning $200k here while the cost of living is so low is phenominal.You can comfortably live in the city with a roommate and pay only $500-600 rent. Just outside the city, you can get a 1200 sqft apartment for $700.Our music scene is amazing, and the local food is fantastic.I try to convince my friends in SF to come out here and give Atlanta a look, but nobody bites. I think this city is an incredible opportunity, especially for an early stage startup that wants to focus on growth prior to investment. The talent is here, the city is amazing, and the rent isn't absurd.