“Before coming to Blacksmith summit, I felt trapped in the mindset of: go to university, get a job, and work for forty years. I had the desire to strike out on my own but I lacked the knowledge and experience to take action. In four days, I met some of the greatest people of my life. People who are passionate, knowledgeable, creative, and freedom loving. Beyond that, I learned an absurd amount about marketing, getting into the mind of customers, designing companies, and presenting projects to potential investors. I learned more practical skills and important mental models in four days than in two years of university. Beyond all of this value, I left the summit with actionable information to turn the business our group developed into a real company. Absolutely amazing experience.