"Within the Medici Community there is a real openness among its members to have quite honest conversations which is key to just letting it go and receiving some amazing solutions."

"If you want to think differently in your life and get away from your usual circles of influence, the Medici Community can expose you to so many new ideas and stimulate you to look at your life in a different way."

"I recommend the Medici Community to any entrepreneur or business owner who wants to not just be in their business but to look at their business from the outside. To take a step back in order to make a deeper reflection on what they are doing with their lives and their business."

"Being part of the Medici Community opens up your horizons, provides out-of-the-box thinking, and connects you with many new friends."

"I really appreciate that the Medici Community is just such a broad mix of people from all over the world, from different industries and with different backgrounds. I’ve met some fantastic people and have made some new friends from new countries. I’d absolutely recommend people joining this community."

"As part of the Medici Community I have been able to meet some really great people who have similar ways of thinking but do very different things. I think being able to learn from different people who are like-minded but have new insights is pretty cool."

"The Medici Community brings diverse people together that not only add value to your business, but also become friends."

"I joined the Medici GOLD community to learn the Medici family's secrets for success, both in business and private life. I value the holistic approach and aim to apply these lessons for a balanced and fulfilling life."

"Under Cris's guidance and aim for lasting positive change I have gained profound insights through the lens of Florence's cultural heritage and am forging genuine connections, leading to meaningful personal and professional advancements. This community is not just a program; it's a life-changing experience that I am immensely grateful for."

"My aspiration is to leave a lasting legacy in this world, one that I can proudly share with my children and grandchildren. The Medici Gold Community undoubtedly helps me on this journey and truly enriches both my personal and professional life."

"I chose to participate in the Medici GOLD community primarily because of Cris. He is an exceptional entrepreneur, and I admire how he not only learned Italian but also delved deeply into this subject matter. I was confident that the kind of people he would attract and bring together would be the type of individuals I want to learn with."

"I joined the Medici GOLD community to understand the Medici family dynamics, finding their thoughts and actions inspiring. The Medici family served as a role model for patrons throughout history, and the Medici GOLD community provides valuable insights into their ideas."

"I believed I was doing quite well, taking the time to reflect and maintain my personal and mental well-being. However, Cris asks you exactly those questions you need to hear, which forces you to reconsider, to refocus. His questions made me realize there are still many things I need to do in order to achieve my goals. I highly recommend the Medici GOLD Community. You'll be inspired by amazing and inspiring people."

"I love that there’s no competition within the Medici Community. It’s just people sharing experiences, sharing knowledge, sharing thoughts, helping and encouraging each other. It is almost like family."

“Years ago I read about Pablo Picasso inviting other artists and intellectuals to have conversations at his home. This is how I experienced the Florence Experience.”

"The most inspiring thing about being part of the Medici Community is being with a diverse group of people from fields like science, agriculture, security, tech, etc., who share a common goal. It is great to exchange our experiences and work together towards the shared goal of having an impact not only in our businesses but also in our personal lives and in the communities around us."

"I was inspired to join the Medici community because of the very positive spirit I experienced during my conversation with Cris Auditore Zimmermann, who was burning with the topic. I am also inspired by the international aspect. I love that you meet with international people you wouldn’t normally run across. I think the relationship between international business owners and entrepreneurs is quite unique."

"I love hearing about the learnings of Cosimo de’ Medici and his approach to community and the people alongside the business. I think there are some really important lessons there which I can learn from and then implement to help improve my community, my business and my city."

"What inspires me about the Medici community is its international focus and the great relationships I’ve formed. Through meaningful conversations, I have gotten to know other business people on a very deep level."

“It’s really invigorating to meet with other business owners who are creating various companies at the same time. I love being a serial entrepreneur and I have found my community!”

“The Medici Community provides a safe space for A-players to talk freely about ideas while at the same time encouraging and supporting each other.”

“What I love about the Medici Community is that it has some great diversity in it. There are different industries, backgrounds and ages. It’s a place to give and to receive. I feel like I can also contribute my knowledge.”

“Being part of the Medici Community as a younger person allows me to really appreciate and learn from the wisdom and experience of others in the group who are further along than I am. Not just learning about their successes, but also learning from the processes to get there, including the afflictions, pains, and problems connected to it; the actual tactical aspects of life and business.”

“What I love about the Medici Community is that there is a real mix of ages, nationalities, and industries, and a shared spirit of wanting to connect and grow.”

“As a bootstrap entrepreneur you think you never have time for self development. The Medici Community provides a safe space and a culture that allows its members to slow down and talk openly with each other about things that might need to be changed in your life.”

“The Medici Community helps you think about your future, not just in business, but in your personal life as well within an energetic and open-minded network of amazing people.”

“What I appreciate about the Medici Community is that it is fantastically diverse including business owners, fund managers, violinists, entrepreneurs, and even a few young entrepreneurs.”

“The atmosphere within the Medici Community is very open. People share from their hearts about mistakes, defeats, challenges, joys, and successes. It's like being with close friends even if I haven’t known them for very long.”

"Being part of the Medici Community is very energizing. I would recommend the Medici Community to any business owner or entrepreneur who not only wants to further their business development, but also their personal development and relationship development."

"My experience with the Medici Community has found it to be open, collaborative, and insightful. I come away feeling intrigued, humbled, and motivated. It is really fantastic.”

"It was great to meet other Medici Community members and see how people from different paths in their lives and careers got to a place where they felt like it's a good idea to reach out, be in community, share experiences, and explore similarities and different takes on paths to success.”

"I enjoyed the time I got to spend with other entrepreneurs in Florence, exchanging ideas with them, having fun, and getting new inspiration for my next goals.”

"The transparency and vulnerability among the Medici Community members provides a great foundation to build continued relationships on."

"Gathering with Medici Community members in Florence was one of the best experiences in the last year for me and for my business. I saw the possibility to make some changes. I learned so much."

"There's so much that's done online nowadays, but there's real value in coming together in a physical space. No matter how many meetings you have online, being in person with Cris and other Medici Community members really accelerates the level of trust and provides a great start for ongoing relationships."