What we’re about
Wise & Young is a global-minded entrepreneur community founded by Irem Rama, the founder of El Turco Media a creative marketing agency connecting strategy, storytelling, and innovation across cultures.
Originally created in 2019, Wise & Young was born from the idea that success grows faster when people share ideas, stories, and inspiration together. The meetups have taken place across three continents, gathering entrepreneurs, freelancers, and creatives who believe in collaboration over competition.
Now based in Asheville, North Carolina, Wise & Young continues that mission bringing together dreamers, builders, and innovators for meaningful conversations, creative networking games, and opportunities to grow both personally and professionally.
✨ Our goal: To build a supportive community where creativity meets purpose, and every story finds a place to shine.
Upcoming events
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Wise and Young Entrepreneur Networking Even
The Third Room, 46 Wall St., Asheville, NC, US🌟 Wise and Young Entrepreneur Networking Event
Join us at The Third Room in Asheville for a creative and inspiring evening where entrepreneurs, freelancers, and dreamers come together to connect, play, and grow.
This is not a typical business meetup. We connect through interactive networking games, a mystery gift exchange, and shared snacks that make the night fun, warm, and full of new connections.
📅 Event Details
📍 Location: The Third Room, Asheville (46 Wall St, Asheville, NC 28801) 🗓 Date: November 2 🕕 Time: 6 PM 🎟 Entry: Free
⚡ How to Join
1️⃣ Register on Luma to secure your spot. (https://luma.com/gfu8hn7d)
2️⃣ Check your email after registering. We will send you a secret form that is part of our networking game.
3️⃣ Fill out the form before November 1 to officially join the event.
Only registered guests who complete the form will be included in the networking game and personalized experience.
🍿 What to Bring
• Your favorite snack or homemade dish (potluck style) • One wrapped mystery gift that is small, unused, and hidden creatively so no one can guess what it is
🎉 What to Expect
• Fun networking games • Mystery gift exchange • Raffles and prizes • Art, lights, and music • Alcoholic and non alcoholic drinks • Real conversations with creative people
🤝 Get Involved
If you would like to sponsor the event or promote your business, you can donate a service or product for the raffle. If you are a small business and want to open a table or display your products, please send an email to hello@elturcomedia.com.
💫 About the Host
The event is hosted by Irem Rama, Founder and CEO of El Turco Media, a global creative marketing agency that connects people and ideas through design, storytelling, and strategy.
Before starting her agency, Irem worked as a Google Partner Coordinator where she developed her passion for meaningful communication and authentic growth.
Since 2019, she has hosted Wise and Young gatherings across three continents, bringing together entrepreneurs, artists, and innovators through creativity, food, and community.
Now she brings this global experience to Asheville to build a local circle of dreamers and doers.
We cannot wait to meet you and create an evening full of inspiration, laughter, and connection. Register on Luma before November 1 and watch your inbox for your secret game form.1 attendee
