The School of Greatness 445 The Art of Creating Surreal Experiences with Summit Series Founder Elliott Bisnow
Feb 13, 2017
In this engaging conversation, Elliott Bisnow, founder of Summit Series, shares his journey of creating surreal experiences that connect influential leaders. He discusses the innovative Summit at Sea event, where music and networking blend beautifully aboard a cruise ship. Elliott reflects on his shift from college to entrepreneurship, emphasizing individuality and resilience. He recounts the evolution of gatherings that drew high-profile speakers, including a president, and dreams of a vibrant community at Powder Mountain, highlighting the importance of authentic relationships and personal growth.
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Risky Venture
- Elliott Bisnow's company took a major risk by chartering a cruise ship for Summit at Sea.
- They used all their savings for the deposit, unsure if anyone would attend.
College Dropout
- Elliott Bisnow dropped out of college to pursue his entrepreneurial ventures.
- He had early success selling advertising for his father's commercial real estate publication.
Early Summit Series
- Bisnow cold-called founders like Blake Mycoskie (Toms) and Ricky Van Veen (CollegeHumor) for his first events.
- He even got pranked by the CollegeHumor team during an early dinner.