Imagine Captain Jack Sparrow & The Rime of the Ancient Mariner in one image.
That was the exact feeling on a Sunday...
Why?
The 93-year-old Italian Navy training ship, Amerigo Vespucci, is circumnavigating the world from 2023-2025, visiting ports and building friendships, strengthening diplomatic and cultural relationships globally.
Seafarers have historically discovered new lands and established trade routes, weaving cultures together and turning the world into a melting pot of stories and traditions.
Standing in line for 3-4 hours to board this masterpiece, I watched the sunset while admiring a tradition that has sailed through nearly a century.
From its exquisite craftsmanship to its voyages across the seas, it embodies stories of exploration, resilience, and human connection.
Picture the mischievous charm of Captain Jack Sparrow blended with the haunting verses of Coleridge’s The Rime of the Ancient Mariner—where the albatross symbolizes both burden and redemption. These narratives carry timeless insights into culture, community, and the power of shared purpose.
Onboard this legendary ship are 250 Italian Navy crew members, upholding the philosophy that "Rome wasn’t built in a day." They are stewards of a tradition that continues to inspire.
So, when someone asks, What makes a community?
It’s the people, the culture, the stories, and the invisible thread that unites humanity.
We draw inspiration from legends who created legacies and passed down their vision, each generation adding its own flavor to craft something new and enduring.
And if you’re wondering whether this philosophy applies to the professional world: it absolutely does.
When members unite under a common cause, whether on the deck of a ship or in a boardroom, they create movements, drive change, and leave an impact.
#VinEatRepeat
Community is more than a strategy—it’s the heartbeat of progress.
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Senior Client Manager
2wHappy Thanksgiving to the FMG family!!!