The Wound Becomes the Fire: How Hard Seasons Build Founders. Open Event for Members & Friends

Dr. Jake Wright: The Founder Behind Show Up & Ilo Studios. An evening of entrepreneurship, creativity and conversations that inspire. What does it take to turn an idea into something real? And what happens when you decide to show up, take risks and build something of your own? Join us at Circles House for an intimate evening with Jake Wright, entrepreneur and founder behind two projects: Show Up and Ilo Studios. We'll explore Jake's entrepreneurial journey, the stories behind his ventures, the challenges of building projects from the ground up, and the lessons he's learned along the way. The evening will begin with a short lightning talk by Jake, introducing both projects and sharing the thinking, experiences and motivations behind them. Then, Tomás Nores will sit down with Jake for an informal conversation, diving deeper into his journey, entrepreneurial mindset, creative process and the realities of bringing ideas to life. We'll also open the floor for questions, making room for an honest exchange of perspectives and experiences. Whether you're an entrepreneur, a creative, a founder, or simply curious about how people turn ideas into meaningful projects, this is an opportunity to get inspired, ask questions and connect with like-minded people. What to expect Two projects, one journey: Get to know Show Up and Ilo Studios, and the stories behind their creation. An honest conversation: Explore the challenges, decisions and learnings that come with building something from scratch. Audience Q&A: Bring your questions and join the conversation. Sunset networking: Meet fellow entrepreneurs, creatives and curious minds in a relaxed rooftop atmosphere. The evening 5:00 PM — Rooftop welcome, coffee & snacks (weather permitting) 5:30 PM — Lightning talk by Jake + conversation hosted by Tomás Nores 6:15 PM — Open Q&A with the audience 6:30–7:00 PM — Sunset networking We'll gather on the rooftop, weather permitting, to enjoy some snacks, coffee and good conversations as the sun goes down. About our guest Jake Wright is the founder behind Show Up and Ilo Studios. Through his entrepreneurial journey, Jake brings two different projects and perspectives to the table, offering a glimpse into what it means to build, experiment and bring ideas to life. About your host Circles House is the Coliving for Entrepreneurs in Barcelona. A community created to network and surround yourself with like-minded entrepreneurs and remote workers. Tomás Nores, our community manager, psychologist, and entrepreneur himself will guide the conversation with Jake and open the space for questions and exchange. Come for the stories, stay for the connections. Interested in joining the Circles community? Discover more about our coliving and coworking experience at Circles House.