The Hero’s Journey: A Way Forward
Thursday, October 22, 2026 | 6pm
Rendezvous Studio & Events
9 Church Avenue SE
Roanoke, VA
Join us for this special event featuring a talk and conversation with visionary business leader, entrepreneur, author, and MTV founding member, August Turak.
In this compelling talk, Turak will offer a solution to the pressing epidemic of loneliness and despair in contemporary Western society. Drawing on his extensive experience as a successful entrepreneur, corporate executive, award-winning author, and life-long spiritual seeker, Turak will present a revolutionary model that provides the higher meaning and purpose that is so often missing from modern American life.
Space is limited. Registration required.
Meet the Speaker
August Turak
August Turak is a successful corporate executive, entrepreneur, award-winning author, speaker, and consultant. He is the founder of the educational nonprofit the August Turak Foundation.
His book, Business Secrets of the Trappist Monks, uses 1000 years of Trappist business success and his own entrepreneurial experience to demonstrate the monks are not successful businessmen despite adhering to only the highest ethical values, but because they do.
An inspirational true story, Brother John: A Monk, a Pilgrim, and the Purpose of Life, combines Turak’s $100,000 Templeton Prize winning story with original oil paintings from award-winning artist, Glenn Harrington.
His memoir, Not Less Than Everything, reveals how August Turak overcame meaningless depression through a daring quest for life’s purpose. Through a series of wildly entertaining stories and life lessons, Turak offers a powerful blueprint for a purposeful life. A life overflowing with joy, peace, and above all gratitude.
Turak has published many popular leadership articles for Forbes and been featured in the Wall Street Journal, Fast Company, Selling Magazine, the New York Times, and Business Week.
Turak writes and raises cattle on his seventy-five-acre farm outside Raleigh, NC.
Please review the FAQ’s prior to registering for the event.
Know Before You Go - FAQ
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Yes, registration is required for each guest.
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No, the event will not be recorded. Audio and video recording are prohibited.
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We recommend arriving around 4:45pm so you can get settled in before the talk begins.
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There will be light snacks and refreshments available. Please plan accordingly.
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No, outside food and beverages are not permitted.
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No, unfortunately there is not an elevator to access the second floor. You must use the stairs to access the meeting space.
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