We hate conferences.

They're about sitting.
Making awkward small talk.
Bragging at the bar.
Status.
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They suck.
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This is not that.

Interesting People is a three-day event focused on deep connection between some of the world's most interesting people.

It takes place July 28-30. You're invited to apply.

Apply to Attend
Interesting People is exactly what a conference should be, but often isn’t. A small, curated group with programming focused on connection instead of cookie-cutter content!
Steph Smith
Creator of Internet Pipes, Host of the a16z podcast

Some of our interesting attendees...

Andrew Wilkinson

Andrew Wilkinson

Co-Founder, Tiny
Chris Sparling

Chris Sparling

Co-Founder, Tiny
Kevin Rose

Kevin Rose

Investor, True Ventures
Steph Smith

Steph Smith

Founder, Internet Pipes
Nick Gray

Nick Gray

Author, The 2-Hour Cocktail Party
Hannibal Buress

Hannibal Buress

Comedian, Actor, Producer, and Writer
Matthew Dicks

Matthew Dicks

World Champion Storyteller
Gillian Liu

Gillian Liu

Co-Founder, Kiyoko
Peter McIndoe

Peter McIndoe

Creator, Birds Aren't Real
Jon Glaser

Jon Glaser

Comedian (Conan, Delocated, Parks+Rec)
Abbi Jacobson

Abbi Jacobson

Comedian (Broad City/No Good Deed)
Darya Rose

Darya Rose

Neuroscientist & Author
RAC

RAC

Grammy Award-Winning Musician
Sam Reich

Sam Reich

CEO, Dropout (CollegeHumor)
Richard Ryan

Richard Ryan

Founder, FullMag
Bill Oakley

Bill Oakley

Writer (Simpsons/Futurama/Portlandia)
Patrick Campbell

Patrick Campbell

Founder, ProfitWell
Sam Pillar

Sam Pillar

Co-Founder, Jobber
Justin Mares

Justin Mares

Founder, TrueMed/Kettle & Fire
Connor Gaydos

Connor Gaydos

CEO, Enron
Cyan Banister

Cyan Banister

Angel Investor & Venture Capitalist
Matthew Buchanan

Matthew Buchanan

Co-Founder, Letterboxd
Karl von Randow

Karl von Randow

Co-Founder, Letterboxd
Ryan Norbauer

Ryan Norbauer

Founder, Norbauer & Co.
A super well run event. I had a blast!
Shaan Puri
Founder, Investor, & Co-host of the My First Million podcast

Schedule

The entire event is focused on one thing: deep and interesting conversation. We hyper-curate who's in the room and design the entire event in a way that everyone leaves with new friends and collaborators.

  • ①
    Nick Gray's Two Hour Cocktail Party
    6:00 - 8:00 PM
  • ②
    Sauna + Cold Plunge
    8:00 - 10:00 PM

DAY 1

DAY 2

  • ①
    Who's In The Room? + Intros
    9:30 - 10:30 AM
  • ②
    Question Cards
    10:30 - 11:00 AM
  • ③
    Learn Something New: Session 1
    11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
  • ④
    Group Lunches
    12:30 - 1:30 PM
  • ⑤
    Learn Something New: Session 2
    1:30 - 3:30 PM
  • ⑥
    Show and Tell
    3:30 - 4:30 PM
  • ⑦
    Group Dinners
    6:00 - 8:00 PM
  • ⑧
    Music + Comedy
    8:00 - 10:00 PM
  • ①
    Coffee + Breakfast
    8:00 - 10:00 AM
  • ②
    Fireside Chat
    10:00 - 11:00 AM
  • ③
    Open Floor Q&A
    11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • ④
    Fireside Chat
    12:00 - 12:30 PM
  • ⑤
    Lunch
    12:30 - 1:30 PM
  • ⑥
    Afternoon at Shawnigan Lake
    1:30 - 4:30 PM
  • ⑦
    Outdoor BBQ
    6:00 - 8:00 PM
  • ⑧
    House Party + Music
    8:00 PM - 2:00 AM

DAY 3

I usually find events a waste of time, but Interesting People was the opposite. I found myself entrenched with wonderful conversations with wonderful people. I hope to be at the next one!
Greg Isenberg
CEO of Late Checkout

July 28-30
Victoria, BC

Venue location will be revealed to guests

What people said last year

“Met a roomful of people who were genuinely incredible human beings: Smart. Kind. Generous. Curious. Open minded. A collection of damn unicorns!”
Matthew Dicks
Author of Storyworthy
"It was a great collection of smart people working on interesting things. Big business owners, and sharp investors."
Nick Gray
Founder and Author
“So many inspiring conversations, connections made, learnings and insight, new acronyms to google, apps to download, podcast to listen to, newsletters to follow, stories to ponder, charismatic and generous personalities.”
Tessa McLoughlin
Founder & Director of KWENCH
“It’s rare that you go to an event where the bulk of people aren’t on their phone throughout… I think that’s one of the key factors (amongst others) that will make this gathering an inflection point for many of us.”
Jayson Gaignard
Founder of Mastermind Talks

Choose Your Experience

Apply Now

Regular  $7,999

Acess to all IP3 main sessions and activities. Enjoy luxury accommodations at The Fairmont Empress, gourmet meals, refreshments, and intimate social events throughout the event.

VIP  $11,999

Experience all the IP3 activities, plus attend an exclusive dinner with speakers. Participate in exclusive activities with select attendees.

Everything
you need to know

Networking is for guys named Chadwick! If you're coming to network and pass out business cards - don't come. Come to meet interesting people and make friends.

If you need to cancel your registration, please do so at least four weeks before the conference to receive a full refund.

To register for the conference, please submit your application through this website. We will review all applicants to curate the best batch of participants for IP3. Spots are extremely limited.

The conference will be held in downtown Victoria, BC, Canada. Specific location will be disclosed to participating guests.

The conference will take place from July 28-30, 2025. We encourage all attendees to plan to arrive a day early and leave a day after to make the most of the event.

For any additional questions, please reach out to IP@neverenough.com.