From banking to yoga, writing to gig work—Masoud Torabi redefines what it means to be a nomad in life, identity, and creativity.
Masoud Torabi’s story spans spreadsheets, saffron, and self-discovery. As a former VP and Digital Product Manager in the banking world, he led tech innovation for millions of customers—until a layoff forced a full-life pivot. What followed was a nomadic leap through gig work, yoga certification, novel writing, and creative strategy. Masoud’s talk dives deep into what it means to carry your roots through change, as an immigrant, a queer storyteller, and a resilient creator. With humor, depth, and an unforgettable Dutch oven metaphor, he reminds us: home isn’t a place—it’s who you become while moving.
About the speaker
What does it mean to live a nomadic life—not by location, but by passion, purpose, and reinvention?
Masoud Torabi’s journey has spanned continents, careers, and creative callings. Masoud has lived many lives—as a novelist, product leader, yoga teacher, and pizza aficionado—each one shaped by the drive to explore and reimagine what’s possible. Masoud brings the heart of a storyteller and the mind of a strategist to everything he does, whether he’s mapping out a customer journey or chasing his next big dream. In this talk, he’ll reflect on how embracing movement—internal and external—can lead to deeper self-connection, more expansive creativity, and a life shaped by intention over expectation.
Come for inspiration, and leave with permission to reimagine your own nomadic path.
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