Early Access membership is open to people who want to help shape our "no-campus" university.
Early Access is ideal for people who have time to invest in themselves and us to bring the best content, products, services, and events to the Triangle.
Sound like you?
Read about our benefits and apply below.



Mentor Led
Mentors make sure you get the most out of each experience. They host events, lead adventures, make introductions, and nurture the community as they facilitate growth, sharing, and action taking at every event.
Hyper Local
We support small businesses and work with local business owners to craft truly unique experiences for you to give you insights into all the Triangle has to offer. This boosts the local economy while revealing its hidden gems.
Curated Experiences
Our handcrafted experiences, like this backstage tour, lead to meaningful moments with others who share your same values. This is how real connections are made. You don't have to do anything except show up and participate.

A Note From Our Founder
Hi, I'm Karen, the Founder of PEACHLY.
I'm glad you're here and wanted to take a moment to tell you about why it's important to me that we have an application.
PEACHLY is all about helping people grow personally and professionally so they can lead more meaningful lives.
To do that well, I feel it is important for our team to meet each and every person who wants to join PEACHLY. Personal connection is what this community is all about. We don't ever want you to feel like a dollar sign, anonymous, or invisible. The best way for us to make sure that never happens is to meet you, talk to you, hear your stories, find out what you want from PEACHLY and then make sure we give that to you.
Not only that, we want members who share our values, who are ready to show up, take action, participate, contribute, and make PEACHLY an inclusive place where we empower each other to reach our full potential in a safe, supportive, thriving environment.
If that sounds like you, and you're ready to build some great relationships, we want to meet you!
Submit your application to get started.
Love,
Peachly
In the meantime, please take a look at our FAQs and connect with us on Instagram.
Learn
Enjoy thought-provoking, mentor-led adventures, travel and local experiences, workshops, and TED style talks facilitated by experts, local leaders, and national keynote speakers.
Lead
Lead yourself and others as you take part in intimate, small group conversations and team competitions on entrepreneurship, community, wellness, and technology.
Grow
Develop yourself personally and professionally as we give you the tools to challenge yourself and follow your dreams, find new paths, and balance your mind, body, and life.
Give
Take part in digital detoxing, slowing down a bit, and contributing to the local community, together, as we volunteer and give back to our towns and neighbors in need across the Triangle.

Meet the Team

Karen Passmore
Founder & Experience Curator
Karen is an entrepreneur, writer, artist, and aspiring musician who loves hiking and adventure. She is the founder of PEACHLY and Predictive UX, a digital agency, where she has delivered work for some of the top companies in the world.
Some highlights of Karen's career include:
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7x Founder
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20 Years Business Experience
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Fortune 100 Consultant
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Award-winning Product Designer
The Triangle is home to Karen where she spends her time working on PEACHLY, creating art, and otherwise enjoying life.

Stephan Sieg
Content Strategist & Arts Curator
Stephan is a Visual Artist and recognized subject matter expert within the visual art and design disciplines. When he's not creating great content for Peachly, he's creating new pieces in his studio, the latest of which is a statement on work in progress and thoughts left behind.
Some highlights from Stephan's career include:
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Exhibit Curator
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Exhibited Art in 20 Shows in US
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Former President, Arts Collective
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Artist & Photographer
Stephan is currently residing in Northern Virginia, so if you see him, tell him to come here ;-) He makes killer kombucha and pickles in his spare time. Ask him for yeast starter.
This is a new approach to
learning, connecting & fulfillment.
Learning, leading, growing and giving shouldn't stop after college and you shouldn't have to choose a career or change careers until you've had a chance to explore, discover, and venture into the unknown.
Want to become an entrepreneur? Come get relevant training and meet your future partners, customers, and employees.
New to town? We introduce you to people who share your interests.
Hate your job? Come to an event and try new things.
Need more customers? Meet them in our community and at our events.
Missing adventure? We curate immersive learning trips all over the world.

PHOTOGRAPHY
APRIL 4, 2019
Meet Professional Photographer, Robert Pettus, for a Q&A and Learn About How to Light Photos and Video for Your Life & Business

COMMUNITY
MAY 8, 2019
Learn What It Takes To Be a Community Leader in North Carolina, Where Needs Are, and Find Out How This Helps Grow Your Business

SEX
MAY 21, 2019
Ask Dr. Suji: Don't Want Google Knowing Your Every Question When It Comes to Sex? Submit Them Anonymously and Join Us for Wine & Answers

MARKETING
APRIL 18. 2019
Masterclass - Spend the Day Doing a Deep Dive Into Your Instagram Account & Learn How To Engage and Grow Your Audience

ENTREPRENEURSHIP
MAY 11. 2019
Beerpreneur: Hear the Stories Behind the Microbrews, Try The Beer, and Learn How to Start Your Own Brewery During Our Startup Workshop

COOKING
JUNE 3, 2019
Chef's Table: Join Us for A Look Behind the Scenes at How To Make an Award-Winning Recipe From Start to Mouth Watering Finish

ART
APRIL 24, 2019
Meet the NC Museum of Art Curator As We Take a Closer Look at Frida Khalo - Try Her Native Cuisine, Create Art & Learn How to Sell Art Online

MARKETING
MAY 17, 2019
Durham Bulls Game Night: Pre-Game Drinks & Lightning Talks on How to Create 100 Raving Fans Who Will Grow Your Business for You

STYLE
JUNE 15, 2019
How to Dress Like a Gentleman: Our Pro Stylists Cover What To Wear For Work and Play - Be Ready to Try and Buy
Arrival & Networking
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Grab a drink and meet other PEACHLY members
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Introduction by PEACHLY Founder
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Introduction by Robert Pettus, Professional Photographer
Workshop Agenda
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Understanding what makes a good photo
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How to adjust lighting before taking a shot
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How to properly take a selfie for maximum quality
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Apps to download for free and how to use them
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Apps that you pay for monthly and how to use them
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Sharing work on Instagram
Group Activity
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Everyone takes a series of 3 photos
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Edit photos for maximum quality
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Share your photos
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Get tips from Robert on how to improve quality

ENTREPRENEURSHIP
Beerpreneur: Hear the Stories Behind the Microbrews, Try The Beer, and Learn How to Start Your Own Brewery During Our Startup Workshop

MARKETING
Masterclass - Spend the Day Doing a Deep Dive Into Your Instagram Account & Learn How To Engage and Grow Your Audience

MARKETING
Durham Bulls Game Night: Pre-Game Drinks & Lightning Talks on How to Create 100 Raving Fans Who Will Grow Your Business for You

PHOTOGRAPHY
Meet a Professional Photographer and Learn How to Take and Edit Pictures on Your Mobile Device, While Enjoying a Bit of Whiskey

ART
Meet the NC Museum of Art Curator As We Take a Closer Look at Frida Kahlo - Try Her Native Cuisine, Create Art & Learn How to Sell Art Online

COOKING
Chef's Table: Join Us for A Look Behind the Scenes at How To Make an Award-Winning Recipe From Start to Mouth Watering Finish

SEXUAL HEALTH & INTIMACY
Ask Dr. Suji: Don't Want Google Knowing Your Every Question When It Comes to Sex? Submit Them Anonymously and Join Us for Wine & Answers

COMMUNITY
Learn What It Takes To Be a Community Leader in North Carolina, Where Needs Are, and Find Out How This Helps Grow Your Business

STYLE
How to Dress Like a Gentleman: Our Pro Stylists Cover What To Wear For Work and Play - Be Ready to Try and Buy

ENTREPRENEURSHIP
Beerpreneur: Hear the Stories Behind the Microbreweries, Try The Beer, Take a Tour, Do a Sensory Test, and Learn How to Start Your Own Brewery
MAY 11, 2019

PHOTOGRAPHY
Meet a Professional Photographer and Learn How to Take and Edit Pictures on Your Mobile Device, While Enjoying a Bit of Whiskey
MAY 29, 2019

MARKETING
Durham Bulls Game Night: Pre-Game Drinks & Lightning Talks on How to Create 100 Raving Fans Who Will Grow Your Business for You
JUNE, 2019

MARKETING
Masterclass - Spend the Evening Doing a Deep Dive Into Your Instagram Account & Learn How To Engage and Grow Your Audience
MAY 14, 2019

ART
Meet the NC Museum of Art Curator As We Take a Closer Look at Frida Kahlo - Try Her Native Cuisine, Create Art & Learn How to Sell Art Online
JUNE, 2019

STYLE
How to Dress Like a Gentleman: Our Pro Stylists Cover What To Wear For Work and Play - Be Ready to Try and Buy
JULY, 2019

SEXUAL HEALTH & INTIMACY
Ask Dr. Suji: Don't Want Google Knowing Your Every Question When It Comes to Sex? Submit Them Anonymously and Join Us for Wine & Answers
MAY 22, 2019

COMMUNITY
Learn What It Takes To Be a Community Leader in North Carolina, Where Needs Are, and Find Out How This Helps Grow Your Business
JUNE, 2019

COOKING
Chef's Table: Join Us for A Look Behind the Scenes at How To Make an Award-Winning Recipe From Start to Mouth Watering Finish
JULY, 2019
Join the rebels and leaders who are daring to do things differently.
#endswipeculture #ditchthefakes
PEACHLY is the Triangle's new no-campus university for personal and professional development. We explore and learn with people in the Triangle during intimate workshops, travel, and local adventures.
In the spirit of our vision, a percentage of profits goes to SAFEchild NC, a local non-profit, to support their mission to eliminate abuse and empower families.
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SUSTAINABILITY
Let's have an impact together during our June River Sweep right here in Raleigh on SATURDAY JUNE 29 from 11-4 PM.
JUNE 29, 2019

WOMEN LEADERS
Let's have lunch, help each other professionally, share knowledge, and develop friendships! All ages, stages, sectors, markets are welcome!
JULY 9, 2019

FAMILY
PEACHLY is attending a screening of Resilience, a film directed by James Redford on the affects of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs)
JULY 10, 2019