The Door Builder Book Launch: An Evening of First-Generation Leadership

Join us for an inspiring evening at The 1818 Club as we celebrate the release of The Door Builder, a memoir-manifesto by Charbel M. Aoun, Founding Executive Director of the Georgia First Generation Foundation.

This exclusive book launch event will bring together leaders, educators, students, and community members to redefine what it means to be first-generation. With more than half of today’s college students identifying as first-gen, The Door Builder offers a bold and timely message: first-generation identity is not a limitation, it’s a leadership advantage.

✨ What to Expect:

• Live reading of powerful excerpts from The Door Builder
• Inspiring keynote on first-generation leadership and resilience
• Q&A session and discussion with the author
• Networking reception with community and professional leaders
• Light hors d’oeuvres and refreshments provided

• Date: Thursday, October 30, 2025
• Time: 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM EST
• Location: The 1818 Club, 6500 Sugarloaf Parkway, Duluth, GA
• Attire: Business casual or cocktail attire

• FirstGen Student $15 (ID Required)
• Early Bird (Until October 15) $25:
• General Admission $35: Event access + networking reception + refreshments
• VIP Experience $45: Signed copy of The Door Builder + reserved seating + networking reception

Your ticket purchase directly supports the work of the Georgia First Generation Foundation, which has impacted over 1,000 first-generation students and professionals across Georgia.

• First-generation students and professionals
• Educators and higher education leaders
• Community advocates and nonprofit leaders
• Diversity, equity, and inclusion champions
• Corporate leaders passionate about innovation and equity

Charbel M. Aoun combines healthcare practice, nonprofit leadership, and doctoral studies to create scalable community impact. As an Adjunct Professor at Gwinnett Technical College and a healthcare professional, he bridges healthcare delivery with community building.

Seats are limited for this exclusive evening of storytelling, inspiration, and connection. Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of a movement that celebrates first-generation excellence and leadership.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

The 1818 Club, 6500 Sugarloaf Parkway, Duluth, United States