Artwork @Automattic in NYC

The simple truth…

Your talent alone won’t take you where you want to go.
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In this game, it’s not about how good you are at the craft—it’s about who you’re surrounded by. The people around you either keep you stuck in the small stuff or push you into the big picture.

If you’re around people who only think about the next invoice, guess what? You’re going to think that way too. But when you’re around people who see beyond the quick wins? That’s when everything changes.

The creatives who thrive didn’t get there by hanging around people who play it safe. They had the guts to get in rooms with people who think differently. People who take risks, who push boundaries, who don’t create because it’s their job but because it’s who they are.

Imagine what that would do for your work. Imagine what it would feel like to be surrounded by people who refuse to settle, who treat their work like it can change minds, change moods, hell—change entire industries.

That’s why we built Paradiso. 

This isn’t just another “networking event”. This is about the kind of experience that shifts you—the energy, the unplanned conversations, the moments that stick with you. Paradiso is for finding people who challenge you, who raise your game, who make you think bigger. It’s a place where creativity isn’t just something you do to get paid; it’s a way of life.

Paradiso is where you build relationships that don’t disappear with a handshake. It’s a gathering of people who understand that real work, real influence, real impact? It’s not about transactions. It’s about trust, shared values, and a vision that cuts deeper than the next project.

It's real; it's raw

We don’t need your ticket sale. We don’t need your money. Paradiso is fully funded.

‍What we want is bigger. We want to drag the creative industry out of this quick, transactional mindset and back to what matters—crafting work that actually means something. Art for art’s sake. Creativity that isn’t just profitable but purposeful.

Because here’s the reality…

The people you surround yourself with don’t just influence your career. They change how you see your own potential, the opportunities you spot—or miss—right in front of you. When you’re in the right circle, your vision shifts, your confidence rises. You stop seeing limitations, start seeing possibilities, and that’s when the real work begins.

If that sounds like what you’re looking for, we’ll be right here on Instagram, waiting for you.

—Marko

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