Name: AGC Talks | Choosing the Ocean Over the Ordinary: Lessons from Selling Everything for a Sailboat
Start: 2026-03-19T17:00:00-05:00
End: 2026-03-19T19:00:00-05:00
Location: Jameson's Tavern

AGC Talks | Choosing the Ocean Over the Ordinary: Lessons from Selling Everything for a Sailboat

Join us for an unforgettable evening of Networking, Motivation, and Sharing at Jameson’s Tavern in Saint Paul.
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Arrive to meet new people, enjoy great conversations, and exchange business cards. Light appetizers and beverages are available.
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Be inspired by Dan Vargas of AGC, delivering a TED-style presentation titled: "Choosing the Ocean Over the Ordinary: Lessons from Selling Everything for a Sailboat.”
Success is often framed as chasing the next big goal—but what happens when you start designing a life that works today, not someday? In this talk, Dan shares how shifting your mindset around money, priorities, and “success” can open the door to a more balanced and intentional life. Drawing from his real-life experience of selling everything to buy a sailboat, he explores both the rewarding moments and the challenges that come with building a life outside the traditional script. You’ll leave with a new perspective on what’s truly valuable—and how to start aligning your daily choices with the life you actually want to live.
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After the talk, mingle with fellow attendees, discuss what you’ve learned, and set future appointments.
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Jameson's Tavern – Bella Room
Steeped in history and community spirit, the Bella Room is a charming space perfect for shared celebrations and cherished memories.
𝗗𝗼𝗻’𝘁 𝗺𝗶𝘀𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗼𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝘁𝗼 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗰𝘁, 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗯𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝘀𝗽𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗱. Members and Non-Members welcome to join!
𝗥𝗘𝗚𝗜𝗦𝗧𝗘𝗥 𝗛𝗘𝗥𝗘: https://www.joinagc.com/event/628
𝗔𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗗𝗮𝗻 𝗩𝗮𝗿𝗴𝗮𝘀
Dan Vargas is an event producer and entrepreneur with more than two decades of experience creating memorable experiences and building meaningful business connections. He is best known as the producer of Minneapolis’s longest-running New Year’s Eve celebration, The Crystal Ball New Year’s Eve, an iconic annual event that has brought people together to ring in the new year for over 20 years.

Beyond event production, Dan works in Business Development with AGC, where he focuses on cultivating strategic relationships, supporting entrepreneurs, and helping professionals expand their networks.
As lifelong entrepreneur, Dan has launched and supported multiple ventures across events, hospitality, and business development. His work consistently centers on one theme: bringing people together—whether through large-scale celebrations, professional networking communities, or collaborative business opportunities.