I’m smiling brightly in a teal 'Open the Lid' t-shirt, leaning slightly forward and holding my glasses in one hand. I’m indoors at an event with tables and people in the background slightly out of focus. My hair is short, curly, and gray with a white streak, and I’m feeling energized and happy to be here.

Every resource fair feels different.

Last year in Manhattan? Pure chaos. A firehose of voices.
This year? Quieter. Slower.
Still full.
Each setup shifts the kind of connection that’s possible.
And I love that.

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