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Magic happens in person. Tori Hanson shares her founder journey from corporate safety at the New York Times to building vibrant communities in NYC through the Knowledge Shop and Meet in 10.

• From staring at pigeons during the pandemic to creating founder communities
• Why entrepreneurship is "incredibly humbling" and requires deep self-awareness
• Creating personal systems and boundaries to avoid burnout as a founder
• The courage to leave corporate comfort for entrepreneurial uncertainty
• Why networking fails when approached as transactional rather than relational
• "Peacocking" - how introverts can attract conversations at networking events
• Successful founders have "grand ideas, loosely held" - vision with adaptability
• Converting childhood challenges into entrepreneurial superpowers
• Building a legacy of togetherness in an increasingly divided world

Remember your wellbeing is your greatest strength. Nurture it, honor it, and watch yourself thrive.

More about Tori:

Magic happens in person' isn't just Tori Hanson's motto—it's her business model. She is the founder of "Meet in 10" event Saas platform, and the Knowledge Shop founder community. In 2024 she organised 30+ events—from startup matchmaking to UK/EU expansion support—while herfoundereventsnyc.com platform showcased 2,500 additional founder gatherings throughout NYC. Previously, Tori spent 15 years in media, most recently managing travel, e-commerce, and education businesses at The New York Times. Originally from the UK, she relocated to NYC in 2013 and now calls Long Island City home.

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