Meet Philip Terry

We’re excited to introduce you to the always interesting and insightful Philip Terry. We hope you’ll enjoy our conversation with Philip below.

Philip, we’re thrilled to have you on our platform and we think there is so much folks can learn from you and your story. Something that matters deeply to us is living a life and leading a career filled with purpose and so let’s start by chatting about how you found your purpose.

I found my purpose…. the long way, still probably on the journey. It certainly started by building, failing, creating, and learning what actually matters. Early on with D.Y.D. Publishing, my focus was on giving artists a way. I didn’t have the language for it at the time, but what I was really doing was helping people tell their stories and build something that outlived a moment. That work taught me two things: people crave empowerment, and technology shapes every opportunity they get.

As I grew in business, entertainment, and marketing, a pattern kept showing up. Every breakthrough in my life happened when I leaned into service. Specifically when I used whatever gifts I had to strengthen other humans. That came from my faith, my family, and the belief that purpose isn’t discovered in isolation. It’s revealed when you show up consistently for others.

That’s what pulled me deeper into AI and blockchain. Not because they’re trendy, but because they represent the future we’re walking into whether we’re ready or not. These technologies will impact creativity, ownership, education, even how communities function. I realized my purpose wasn’t just to build for today but to help people prepare for the world that’s already arriving.

So now my work sits at the crossroads of humanity and innovation. I still create. I still build. But my purpose is bigger: to guide people and organizations through this new era without losing the values that anchor us. I see that as the responsibility we have to one another. Technology is powerful, but it’s what we bring to it as people that ultimately matters. That’s the part of my purpose I hold onto every day.

Let’s take a small detour – maybe you can share a bit about yourself before we dive back into some of the other questions we had for you?

Professionally, I’ve spent the last couple years in healthcare marketing, and I genuinely love the work. Helping patients connect with the right care requires clarity, compassion, and strategy. That blend fits who I am. It taught me how to communicate complex ideas in a way people can actually use, and that skill has shaped everything I’ve built since.

Alongside that, I’ve always been wired as an entrepreneur. I’ve launched creative projects, supported artists, and built brands. Lately I have also shifted toward the technologies that will define the next era: artificial intelligence and blockchain. I’ve started consulting with individuals and organizations who are trying to understand AI at a practical, everyday level… not the hype, but the real tools that can improve workflow, creativity, and decision-making.

What excites me most is helping people who feel intimidated by technology realize that they don’t have to be. There’s so much opportunity for businesses, especially small, value-driven ones. I see part of my mission as guiding them through that transition in a way that keeps the human element front and center.

And whenever someone wants to talk blockchain, I’m there. It’s an area I’m constantly studying because I believe decentralized ownership and transparency are going to matter more than most people realize, especially in the arts.

So professionally, I’m rooted in marketing, energized by entrepreneurship, and focused on helping people prepare for the future that’s already here. Whether it’s healthcare, business, or creative industries, my work lives at the intersection of communication, innovation, and purpose. The direction I plan to keep building.

There is so much advice out there about all the different skills and qualities folks need to develop in order to succeed in today’s highly competitive environment and often it can feel overwhelming. So, if we had to break it down to just the three that matter most, which three skills or qualities would you focus on?

Looking back, three things shaped my journey more than anything else.

First, I learned not to assume people know what I know. We all come from different experiences, and those differences are valuable. Sharing what you’ve learned, even the things that feel basic to you, can change someone else’s direction entirely. My advice to anyone early in their journey is simple: stay teachable, and stay generous with what you know. Your perspective is part of your gift.

Second, be willing to try new things, especially the hard things. Reading, researching, and talking about ideas matters, but nothing replaces putting your hands on the work. Every major turning point in my life came from stepping into something unfamiliar and figuring it out as I went. If you want to grow, go get your reps in. Experiment. Build. Fail. Adjust. That’s where real knowledge takes root.

Finally, never lose sight of your “why.” None of this is about chasing money, fame, or validation. We’re embodied stardust, somehow conscious, somehow alive, and that alone is humbling and miraculous. Keep your purpose in view. Let your values guide your decisions. Remember that you’re part of something bigger than yourself, and let that perspective shape how you move.

Sharing your perspective, embracing challenge, and staying grounded in your purpose, let these shape you in all the right ways.

One of our goals is to help like-minded folks with similar goals connect and so before we go we want to ask if you are looking to partner or collab with others – and if so, what would make the ideal collaborator or partner?

I’m always open to collaborating, especially with people who are curious, creative, and willing to try new things. Whether someone works in tech, the arts, business, or community spaces, I’m drawn to folks who think independently, care about people, and want to explore what’s possible.

One other question I was asked, that I would like to address, that goes hand in hand with if I am looking to collaborate was “if I only had a decade left?” I’d spend more of it building meaningful connections and experiencing as much of life as I can with others. Collaboration isn’t just about projects or ideas; it’s about expanding your world through people. Life is too beautiful not to reach out, learn from one another, and create things that matter.

So yes, I’m looking for partners, collaborators, and conversation-starters. If someone reading this feels aligned with that energy or wants to explore ideas together, they can reach me directly by email, [email protected]. I’m always open to connecting.

Contact Info:

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