What if the life you’re living isn’t the one that will fulfill you? In just three seconds, everything Andre Toro had worked for was put on pause. A traumatic brain injury forced her into darkness—literally. But in that stillness, she saw the truth: accomplishment isn’t the same as fulfillment. Andre wanted more. She wanted freedom, creativity, and a life fueled by passion. So she took the risk, walked away from the corporate world, and built something entirely her own, a portrait photography studio. 

This talk is about the power of belief, resilience, and daring to rewrite your story—because the biggest risk isn’t failing, it’s never trying at all. It is also about reinvention, resilience, and the power of asking—for opportunities, for a seat at the table, for the life you truly want. You’ll learn how to break through identity crises, embrace the discomfort of change, and align passion with profit. It’s a reminder that success isn’t reserved for the lucky—it’s for those who dare to believe, take risks, and go all in on themselves. Because the real question isn’t why me?—it’s why not me?

Come sip, munch, and mingle with an incredible network of powerhouse women professionals. Let’s build connections that matter! 

Wednesday, June 4, 2025

Grana at The Langham, Boston

250 Franklin Street, Boston

MIT/Sloan Alumnae: $25/each

MIT/Sloan Students: $15/each

Non-MIT/Sloan Alumnae: $35/each

 REGISTER

Women & Wine Wednesdays is a professional networking group for MIT alumnae & friends - women and those who identify as women. If you would like to bring a male colleague, please email Tina Kruczynski (tina@mitsloanboston.com).