Earn Your Leisure’s Star-Studded Invest Fest 2026 Transforms Atlanta Into the Capital of Black Wealth, Business and Innovation

For one weekend, Atlanta once again became the epicenter of entrepreneurship as thousands of business owners, investors, creators and aspiring entrepreneurs gathered for Invest Fest 2026, the annual conference created by Earn Your Leisure founders Rashad Bilal and Troy Millings. Held August 7–9 at the Georgia World Congress Center, the three-day experience continued to demonstrate why Invest Fest has become one of the nation’s premier gatherings dedicated to business, financial literacy and generational wealth. 

Terrence J & Steve Harvey Courtesy of Earn Your Leisure

The festival’s growing influence was further underscored by the appearance of Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens, who welcomed attendees and recognized Invest Fest’s continued impact on the city’s economy and entrepreneurial ecosystem. His presence reflected the conference’s evolution from a financial literacy event into one of Atlanta’s premier business gatherings, bringing together civic leaders, entrepreneurs and innovators committed to expanding economic opportunity.

This year’s event attracted an impressive lineup of influential entrepreneurs, entertainers and business leaders, including Serena Williams, Steve Harvey, Nick Cannon, T.I., Jermaine Dupri, Vic Mensa, Keisha Lance-Bottoms, Terrence J, Anthony Anderson, 19 Keys, and Ian Dunlap, Porsha Williams, Jessica Harris-Dupart, Sierra Glamshop, Joi Hunt, Serayah, Joey Badass, Sway Mckinney, alongside Bilal and Millings, who continue to redefine how financial education is delivered to the culture. Their presence highlighted Invest Fest’s unique ability to bridge entertainment with entrepreneurship, creating an environment where inspiration meets practical business knowledge. 

What began as a podcast focused on making financial education accessible has evolved into a cultural movement where conversations surrounding investing, real estate, artificial intelligence, entrepreneurship and ownership are no longer reserved for boardrooms—they’re taking center stage. Through keynote conversations, fireside chats, workshops and networking opportunities, attendees gained practical strategies for building businesses, preserving wealth and creating lasting legacies.

Beyond the educational programming, Invest Fest served as one of the country’s largest networking hubs for Black professionals, founders, investors and creators. The conference’s vendor marketplace showcased hundreds of Black-owned businesses, while entrepreneurs connected with investors, potential partners and future clients throughout the weekend. One of the event’s signature moments remained the Open Pitch Competition, where emerging founders competed for a $125,000 investment, further reinforcing Invest Fest’s commitment to turning ideas into opportunity. 

JoeyBadass & Serayah Courtesy of Earn Your Leisure

Nick Cannon Courtesy of Earn Your Leisure

More than just a conference, Invest Fest has become a cultural institution—proving that financial literacy can be engaging, accessible and aspirational. By bringing together influential voices from business, sports, entertainment and investing under one roof, Earn Your Leisure continues to inspire the next generation to think beyond income and focus on ownership, equity and generational wealth.

As the festival continues to grow in scale and impact, one message remains clear: building wealth has become part of the culture. And thanks to Rashad Bilal, Troy Millings and the Invest Fest community, thousands are leaving Atlanta not only motivated—but equipped with the knowledge and relationships to build something that lasts.

Troy Millings, Big Meech & Rashad Bilal Courtesy of Earn Your Leisure