From law school and record labels to wellness festivals and Eudēmonia Summit, Sean Hoess shares how real growth unfolds—through creative pivots, unexpected obstacles, and the pursuit of purpose over perfection.
In this insightful CreativeMornings talk, Sean Hoess, founder and CEO of Eudēmonia Summit, traces the unconventional, non-linear path that shaped his career. From leaving a corporate law job, to launching a record label in a scrappy downtown studio, to co-creating Wanderlust’s global wellness movement, Sean reveals how true growth rarely follows a straight line. Drawing on pivotal moments, breakthroughs, setbacks, reinventions, and surprising strokes of luck, he highlights the importance of contrarian thinking, creative collaboration, and building community. Rooted in the Greek idea of eudaimonia, or human flourishing, Sean invites us to rethink what meaningful growth looks like and how purpose, health, and connection can guide both our work and our lives.
About the speaker
Sean Hoess is the founder and CEO of Eudēmonia Summit and a seasoned entrepreneur in lifestyle and health & wellness events. After a brief stint as a lawyer at Skadden, Arps, Hoess (pronounced “Hess”) co-founded Velour Music Group, an independent record label and talent management company, with his partner Jeff Krasno.
A decade later, the partners launched Wanderlust, the world’s first wellness festival. Wanderlust grew to 65 events worldwide, opened multiple wellness centers, and spawned a digital media platform. Following a successful exit from Wanderlust in 2022, Hoess founded Eudēmonia Summit in West Palm Beach, Florida, which has quickly grown into the world’s leading consumer health summit.
Hoess is widely recognized not only for his business acumen but also for championing evidence-based health practices and fostering inclusive, mindful IRL communities. A sought-after speaker and podcast guest, he has contributed thought leadership on topics such as wellness trends, the politics of health, and the future of experiential learning.
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