Nathan Quinn, By Design Entertainment International

What if your life’s work could become a living act of beauty, purpose, and transformation? 

In this inspiring conversation, Nathan Quinn shares his journey from the international fashion runways of Adidas, Armani, Versace, and GQ Live to building By Design Entertainment International, a creative powerhouse producing emotionally charged experiences that fuse music, art, and social impact.

A creative visionary and cultural catalyst, Nathan opens up about finding purpose through service, self-expression, and the courage to stay authentic in every space, from luxury events to activism with the Arizona Community Foundation, Gill Foundation, Equal Justice Initiative, and The Williams Institute.

This episode explores how joy, identity, and purpose can shape a more connected and inclusive world.

He is also the director and producer of Fashion Lab Sedona, a sustainable fashion show and incubator on Nov 15, 2025.

Learn more at: https://fashionlabsedona.com

Timecodes

00:00 – What happens when everyone lives in their purpose: Nirvana on Earth

02:09 – Zenka Caro introduces Nathan Quinn

03:31 – “To uplift and assist others” — Nathan’s early mission in life

04:24 – Making parents laugh: childhood roots of connection and creativity

07:09 – Moving from Europe to America and learning to stand out

08:58 – Mom’s wisdom: “You’re not here to win a popularity contest”

09:49 – Discovering purpose through art, music, and leadership

13:00 – Building early businesses, dance troupes, and creative tribes

15:19 – Breaking barriers in culture, sexuality, and business

17:13 – Volunteering during the AIDS crisis and finding purpose through service

18:35 – Lessons from living across Europe and Africa

19:32 – Why people struggle to find purpose

22:47 – The cost of defining success through society instead of self

25:23 – Rediscovering ancient wisdom and balance between masculine and feminine

27:04 – Turning struggles into spiritual tests

29:38 – Practical exercises for discovering your true self

33:57 – How to know when you’ve found purpose

35:39 – The feedback loop of joy, impact, and alignment

38:37 – Inspiring others through representation and example

39:51 – Returning to the vision of Nirvana — a collective purpose

41:28 – Living in joy as the highest form of purpose

43:21 – Reflections on mortality and doing your best every day 

Follow Nathan's work: https://www.instagram.com/djnathanquinn

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