Artists, educators, non-profit directors, corporate executives and employees, people from all walks of life, young and not-as-young, from around the world attended last year’s Summit. 2009 participants come from Bahrain, Latvia, Nepal, Rwanda, the Netherlands, Texas, Uganda, New York, Belgium, the UK, Germany, Sweden, and more… in 2008 we ranged in age from 20s to 70s (plus one infant and Bo, around 12. He’ll be back!).
It’s not just about sitting and watching speakers; everyone’s a participant. Whether you’re just starting on a new vision or project or have built a multi-million dollar business or non-profit (or anywhere in between), share resources in a fun-filled, inspiring weekend.
Breakout sessions are designed as meet-ups for networking and project development. The event is interactive.
Here are just a few of this year’s participants:
Ania Lichota is climbing the highest peak on seven continents to raise money for UNICEF. Only Everest is left, and it’s scheduled for April/May 2010. She’s looking to partner with Nepalese schools or homes for kids — and she’s come to the right place because four participants at this year’s SUmmit either are from or live in Nepal!
Letha Sandison, founder, Wrap Up Africa:
Jen Lemen, of Picture Hope:
Bill Liao, with his latest initiative: Weforest.com:
Meet Janan Shakur and do your holiday shopping: Casa di Culture offers gifts for Global individuals at our Silent Auction.
2008 participants included:
- an attorney specializing in consensus and mediation, creating a new a paradigm in the legal world;
- entrepreneurs and venture capitalists devoted to corporate social responsibility,
- educators who’ve founded new schools that promote innovation and creative thinking, and
- a wide range of other individuals committed to social change and transformation.