CampFI Midwest 2026: How In-Person Community Fuels Financial Independence and Life Changes | Episode 069

Mark Trautman of Mark’s Money Mind and Jordan Grumet (Doc G) of Earn & Invest record a live collaboration at CampFI Midwest 2026, focusing on how in-person gatherings counter modern isolation and provide energy, courage, and connection.

Mark shares how attending his second CampFI in 2021 shortly after his wife’s death helped him find the community he didn’t know he needed, leading to deep friendships, travel, and even a move to Longmont.

Amber Smith describes going from early community involvement and side hustle reselling to full-time reselling and influencing, growing her net worth and reaching Coast FI.

First-time attendee Ryan B explains coming via an invitation and finding an unexpectedly welcoming community.

Additional attendees share how CampFI enables meaningful conversations, motivation, and friendships across ages.

Episode Links:

Mark’s Money Mind YouTube Channel

CampFI

Earn & Invest podcast

Follow Amber on social media @amberwavesofbrain_

Timestamps:

00:00 Welcome and CampFI Intro