Hope To Light
Genesis
In June 2020, Kaid Collins left his corporate job, proposed to Olivia without a ring, and on July 13 they hit the road to find hope and bring it to light. This is the story of that journey — told through the Instagram posts that documented it in real time. 13 states. 33+ expert sessions. One mission. This is where it all began.
The Proposal — Without a Ring
Kaid proposed to Olivia without a diamond ring. She said yes. "If she really loves you she'll say yes without the ring. And ladies… The bonus is you might just get to pick it out yourself later." They had been dating for 5 years. Almost no one knew they got engaged for two weeks.
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The Proposal — Without a Ring
Kaid proposed to Olivia without a diamond ring. She said yes. "If she really loves you she'll say yes without the ring. And ladies… The bonus is you might just get to pick it out yourself later." They had been dating for 5 years. Almost no one knew they got engaged for two weeks.
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Leaving Corporate — Pursuing the Dream
Kaid left his corporate job in June to pursue his dreams — not to make his own fortune, but to bring hope to others and create a dynasty built on a foundation of hope and collaborations. He had been working on this vision for three years.
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Leaving Corporate — Pursuing the Dream
Kaid left his corporate job in June to pursue his dreams — not to make his own fortune, but to bring hope to others and create a dynasty built on a foundation of hope and collaborations. He had been working on this vision for three years.
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Hitting the Road — Day 1
Kaid and Olivia hit the road to find hope and bring it to light. Their mission took them across the country, documenting the journey for the world to see. This was the beginning of everything — the genesis of Hope To Light.
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Hitting the Road — Day 1
Kaid and Olivia hit the road to find hope and bring it to light. Their mission took them across the country, documenting the journey for the world to see. This was the beginning of everything — the genesis of Hope To Light.
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American Flag — 11 Days In
An American flag waving against a clear blue sky. No caption needed. Eleven days into the road trip, the symbolism spoke for itself — freedom, possibility, and the open road ahead.
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American Flag — 11 Days In
An American flag waving against a clear blue sky. No caption needed. Eleven days into the road trip, the symbolism spoke for itself — freedom, possibility, and the open road ahead.
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"1N MY Z0N3" — Salt Lake City
"I was made for this. TH3 N3W W0RLD 0RD3R. Thank you to all of you who have played even a small part in making this dream become a reality. Let's get it family." Drone footage over Salt Lake City — one month into the journey.
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"1N MY Z0N3" — Salt Lake City
"I was made for this. TH3 N3W W0RLD 0RD3R. Thank you to all of you who have played even a small part in making this dream become a reality. Let's get it family." Drone footage over Salt Lake City — one month into the journey.
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September Travel Map — 30 Cities, 120 Places
In September 2020 alone: 30 cities visited, 120 places explored, 17 new cities, 100 new places. Pins scattered across Oregon, Washington, Idaho, Montana, Wyoming, Utah, Colorado, Nevada, California, Arizona, New Mexico, and Texas.
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September Travel Map — 30 Cities, 120 Places
In September 2020 alone: 30 cities visited, 120 places explored, 17 new cities, 100 new places. Pins scattered across Oregon, Washington, Idaho, Montana, Wyoming, Utah, Colorado, Nevada, California, Arizona, New Mexico, and Texas.
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"Looking for HOP3" — Duke's Public House
"You're looking for HOP3 too?? On a journey, documenting it for the world to see. @kaidcollins is the HOPE." At Duke's Public House, on the phone building the business, wearing an Oregon hoodie. Tagged @synergycollab.
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"Looking for HOP3" — Duke's Public House
"You're looking for HOP3 too?? On a journey, documenting it for the world to see. @kaidcollins is the HOPE." At Duke's Public House, on the phone building the business, wearing an Oregon hoodie. Tagged @synergycollab.
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CRUSHING IT — 14 Onboarding Calls in One Day
"@kaidcollins is CRUSHING IT! 14 onboarding calls, multiple interviews, always excited and always with a smile! I asked him what he thinks his limit would be for one day and he said 'keep them coming, I was born for this!'" Olivia preferred being behind the scenes as the documenter.
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CRUSHING IT — 14 Onboarding Calls in One Day
"@kaidcollins is CRUSHING IT! 14 onboarding calls, multiple interviews, always excited and always with a smile! I asked him what he thinks his limit would be for one day and he said 'keep them coming, I was born for this!'" Olivia preferred being behind the scenes as the documenter.
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Hope Man Interviews — Summit Registration Opens
"He was made for this! Mr. @kaidcollins aka the Hope Man doing some more interviews today. HOPE.dev: TH3 VIRTUAL SUMMIT registration is opening TOMORROW!!! Anyone staying up til 3:33am?? Something special might happen right then."
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Hope Man Interviews — Summit Registration Opens
"He was made for this! Mr. @kaidcollins aka the Hope Man doing some more interviews today. HOPE.dev: TH3 VIRTUAL SUMMIT registration is opening TOMORROW!!! Anyone staying up til 3:33am?? Something special might happen right then."
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"Seize the Day" — The Engagement Photo
"Don't be that person that wakes up 5, 10 or even 20 years from now wishing to have done something great or memorable in life. Do that special thing now. Do it today! Your only regret will be that you didn't start living your life sooner." Kaid on one knee by a river in Portland.
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"Seize the Day" — The Engagement Photo
"Don't be that person that wakes up 5, 10 or even 20 years from now wishing to have done something great or memorable in life. Do that special thing now. Do it today! Your only regret will be that you didn't start living your life sooner." Kaid on one knee by a river in Portland.
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PR3PARE for HOPE — TH3 VIRTUAL SUMMIT
33+ Expert Sessions sharing their expertise on finding hope. November 1-3, 2020. Hosted by Synergy Collaborations. Featuring Chris Wirth from No Quit Living. The summit Kaid had been building toward for months was about to launch.
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PR3PARE for HOPE — TH3 VIRTUAL SUMMIT
33+ Expert Sessions sharing their expertise on finding hope. November 1-3, 2020. Hosted by Synergy Collaborations. Featuring Chris Wirth from No Quit Living. The summit Kaid had been building toward for months was about to launch.
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Last Day of HOPE.dev Summit
"Fueling up for the last day of HOPE.dev." At a restaurant in Beaverton, Oregon with Joshua Wiedeman. The first-ever HOPE.dev Virtual Summit — 33+ expert sessions over three days — was wrapping up successfully.
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Last Day of HOPE.dev Summit
"Fueling up for the last day of HOPE.dev." At a restaurant in Beaverton, Oregon with Joshua Wiedeman. The first-ever HOPE.dev Virtual Summit — 33+ expert sessions over three days — was wrapping up successfully.
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"The Hope Man" — Olivia's Tribute
"So proud of Kaid, he is the definition of a hustler, digital entrepreneur, and a truly caring human. He left his corporate job in June to pursue his dreams, not to make his own fortune, but to bring hope to others and create a dynasty built on a foundation of hope and collaborations. The responses he's gotten from business partners confirms he's on the right path." Moving to HOPE.dev 2.0.
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"The Hope Man" — Olivia's Tribute
"So proud of Kaid, he is the definition of a hustler, digital entrepreneur, and a truly caring human. He left his corporate job in June to pursue his dreams, not to make his own fortune, but to bring hope to others and create a dynasty built on a foundation of hope and collaborations. The responses he's gotten from business partners confirms he's on the right path." Moving to HOPE.dev 2.0.
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Coaches, Teachers, and Mentors
"I had some of the best coaches, teachers, and mentors that made me be HUNGRY for knowledge. They knew how to TEACH. This couple taught me true partnership and this man taught me time and attention are the greatest gifts you can give someone."
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Coaches, Teachers, and Mentors
"I had some of the best coaches, teachers, and mentors that made me be HUNGRY for knowledge. They knew how to TEACH. This couple taught me true partnership and this man taught me time and attention are the greatest gifts you can give someone."
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100 Day Challenge — The Origin Story
"When I was sick and tired of feeling obese and looking in the mirror with a frown... I TOOK ACTION. It started with running 1 mile every day for 100 days, not eating candy at all for 100 days and posting on social media for 100 days. Go to HOPE.dev to learn what some of the most hopeful creative entrepreneurs in the world have been collaborating on since we hit the road July 13 2020. Our mission took us to 13 states in the first 90 days."
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100 Day Challenge — The Origin Story
"When I was sick and tired of feeling obese and looking in the mirror with a frown... I TOOK ACTION. It started with running 1 mile every day for 100 days, not eating candy at all for 100 days and posting on social media for 100 days. Go to HOPE.dev to learn what some of the most hopeful creative entrepreneurs in the world have been collaborating on since we hit the road July 13 2020. Our mission took us to 13 states in the first 90 days."
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"Your New Years Resolutions Are a Joke"
Kaid holding a hand-drawn "I AM HOPE" sign with wings on an escalator. "How do you want to show up in 2021? Can you start any of those new habits now? Why wait…" The philosophy that would define the 100 Day Challenge: don't wait — start now.
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"Your New Years Resolutions Are a Joke"
Kaid holding a hand-drawn "I AM HOPE" sign with wings on an escalator. "How do you want to show up in 2021? Can you start any of those new habits now? Why wait…" The philosophy that would define the 100 Day Challenge: don't wait — start now.
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"COVID Won't Take Our Hope"
"I lost my dream job 6 weeks after landing it. Covid has taken a lot from us, but it won't take our hope. In fact, I believe covid has set us on the path we were meant to be on all along. But @kaidcollins didn't let me falter for a minute. He was my rock in the moment and has been my rock every day since. We have this saying that he'll always be my rock and I'll always have his back."
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"COVID Won't Take Our Hope"
"I lost my dream job 6 weeks after landing it. Covid has taken a lot from us, but it won't take our hope. In fact, I believe covid has set us on the path we were meant to be on all along. But @kaidcollins didn't let me falter for a minute. He was my rock in the moment and has been my rock every day since. We have this saying that he'll always be my rock and I'll always have his back."
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"My Mentor — Jim Rohn"
"Summer 2020 had COLOR! I went the longest I had ever gone without coffee this year. I also grew my business, grew my list, grew my collabs and grew myself. My relationships are the backbone to what I believe has led to my happiness. My mentor passed away before I ever met him. His name was Jim Rohn and he is one of the people that helped me change my life."
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"My Mentor — Jim Rohn"
"Summer 2020 had COLOR! I went the longest I had ever gone without coffee this year. I also grew my business, grew my list, grew my collabs and grew myself. My relationships are the backbone to what I believe has led to my happiness. My mentor passed away before I ever met him. His name was Jim Rohn and he is one of the people that helped me change my life."
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"This is H0P3!" — The Growth
Instagram Insights for November: 89 new page likes (+2,125%), 679 post reach (+961%), 344 post engagements (+632%). "I'm so grateful for y'all!! I'm trying to change the world. That's right I said it. I'm not in the shadows any longer. Good will prevail. We will bring light to every corner of the mind. This is H0P3!"
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"This is H0P3!" — The Growth
Instagram Insights for November: 89 new page likes (+2,125%), 679 post reach (+961%), 344 post engagements (+632%). "I'm so grateful for y'all!! I'm trying to change the world. That's right I said it. I'm not in the shadows any longer. Good will prevail. We will bring light to every corner of the mind. This is H0P3!"
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Day 2 — 100 Day Lifestyle Challenge
Olivia holding an "I AM HOPE" sign by the Portland waterfront with a bridge in the background. "We're on day 2 of the 100 Day Lifestyle Challenge. Can you guess what my health challenge is?" The challenge had officially begun — running, yoga, and community.
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Day 2 — 100 Day Lifestyle Challenge
Olivia holding an "I AM HOPE" sign by the Portland waterfront with a bridge in the background. "We're on day 2 of the 100 Day Lifestyle Challenge. Can you guess what my health challenge is?" The challenge had officially begun — running, yoga, and community.
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"Focus. Make Your Vision Clear."
Kaid photographed from behind, looking into the distance with the HOPE.dev logo overlaid. A simple but powerful message. The vision was becoming clearer every day.
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"Focus. Make Your Vision Clear."
Kaid photographed from behind, looking into the distance with the HOPE.dev logo overlaid. A simple but powerful message. The vision was becoming clearer every day.
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Three Years of Work Coming Together
"@kaidcollins has been working on this for three years. The foundation, the framework, the processes, the principles and values, everything is coming together in this beautiful way that I could never have imagined." Kaid at the airport in an Adidas Portland shirt — still traveling, still building.
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Three Years of Work Coming Together
"@kaidcollins has been working on this for three years. The foundation, the framework, the processes, the principles and values, everything is coming together in this beautiful way that I could never have imagined." Kaid at the airport in an Adidas Portland shirt — still traveling, still building.
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"We Love to Travel"
A car side mirror reflecting the sunset on the open road. "We love to travel. What's the next destination you're looking forward to?" The road trip that started on July 13 was still going — and the journey was far from over.
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"We Love to Travel"
A car side mirror reflecting the sunset on the open road. "We love to travel. What's the next destination you're looking forward to?" The road trip that started on July 13 was still going — and the journey was far from over.
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"YOU ARE H0P3" — The Last Post of 2020
Olivia standing by string lights on New Year's Eve. "My fiancé, partner, & model @okworldtravel ❤️ YOU ARE H0P3!" Olivia replied: "I love you." The last post of a year that changed everything — a year of leaving corporate, getting engaged, hitting the road, hosting a summit, and launching a movement.
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"YOU ARE H0P3" — The Last Post of 2020
Olivia standing by string lights on New Year's Eve. "My fiancé, partner, & model @okworldtravel ❤️ YOU ARE H0P3!" Olivia replied: "I love you." The last post of a year that changed everything — a year of leaving corporate, getting engaged, hitting the road, hosting a summit, and launching a movement.
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From the Road to the World
What started as a road trip in a pandemic became a movement. HOPE.dev, Synergy Collaborations, the 100 Day Challenge, the Hope To Light Foundation — all of it traces back to July 13, 2020, when two people decided to find hope and bring it to light. The genesis was never about perfection. It was about taking action, building community, and believing that good will prevail.
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