319: From Bankruptcy at 21 to Building Global Brands

Imagine going bankrupt at 21 with over a quarter-million dollars in debt—only to rebuild and create brands that now reach millions worldwide. That’s exactly what today’s guest, Nick Edmundson, did.

Nick is the Founder & CEO of Wandering Weddings, the global hub for adventurous couples who want rule-free, epic celebrations. From washing cars for $6.50 an hour to running multiple successful brands—including a die-cast racing venture called Tiny Track Cars—Nick’s story is one of persistence, creativity, and never letting other people’s limits define his own.

In this episode, we dive into:

• The $250,000 car business disaster that forced him into bankruptcy at 21
• How he turned photography into a thriving business and simplified success with his wife
• Building Wandering Weddings into a worldwide platform
• Balancing business with family life while protecting his time
• Why persistence—not intelligence—is the ultimate success key

Nick also shares how joining the Exiter Club mastermind shifted his mindset, taught him the power of delegation, and helped him move from being the brand to running the brand.

👉 Whether you’re chasing freedom, rebuilding after failure, or looking for a model of persistence, Nick’s journey will inspire you.

Who is Nick Edmundson?

Nick Edmundson is the Founder & CEO of Wandering Weddings, an elopement and intimate wedding planning platform dedicated to adventurous couples who value unique, rule-free celebrations in epic landscapes. Based in Poulsbo, Washington, he launched the venture to help couples craft elopements that reflect their passions rather than conforming to tradition.

Wandering Weddings operates as both an inspiration hub and a vendor directory—featuring hundreds of couples and specialized service providers like photographers, planners, and florists across the globe. Nick has highlighted how interest in adventure elopements has surged post-pandemic, with daily site traffic climbing from around 30–40 organic clicks to as many as 1,400–1,500 users

Nick Edmundson’s Website Link:  wanderingweddings.com

Nick Edmundson’s  Social Media Link: 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wanderingweddings

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