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Summit at Sea 2011 – The new trend in business is impact

The Shrink for Entrepreneurs

During a trip to Argentina, Blake witnessed extreme poverty and health conditions. The pitch was simple: To match every pair of TOMS shoes purchased with a pair of new shoes to a child in need. Wish you had started a blog in 2001? Blake, a 33 year old who lives on a sailboat, is the founder and Chief Shoe Giver of TOMS Shoes.

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Three Ways to Start a Revolution | Men With Pens

Men With Pens

(Disclaimer: We at Men with Pens are against deforestation and encourage selective cuts for forest health…) @ Rochelle – I’m not sure I agree that a massive following is needed. That would make it the norm, the expected… would there still be resistence to purchase? I’m not convinced.

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