David Heath created a capitalist solution to solving one of the most heartbreaking realities in America - hundreds of thousands of homeless cannot afford or find socks. He leveraged his entrepreneurial desire and spirit into fixing this problem by creating a superior sock that sold like hotcakes.
Social Capital: The Ultimate Gift To America
There is no better time to share what we have learned through Social Capital than the holidays. Some of the most amazing, sincere and caring CEOs in America have contributed their awesome insights and unique thoughts in our new Social Capital section, and the experience was so invigorating and eye-opening for us that we decided to share some of our fondest and most moving highlights with you again in our year-end video.
Austen Allred Broke Down The Biggest Barrier To Higher Education
In this eye-opening exclusive Social Capital Q and A with Lambda School’s visionary CEO Austen Allred, he reveals how the market taught him what students really needed – and how to deliver it in an economically feasible way.
Why Chipotle’s Brian Niccol Is All for Spending MORE on Ingredients – And People
In this exclusive Q & A with our latest Social Capital CEO, celebrated and compassionate leader Brian Niccol talks about all the ways he invests in top quality food, loyal customers and his cherished employees - and why it's a non-negotiable way of doing business.
Success Is Really About Being Happy – And Hiring Happy People
Chris: What a perfect ending note, Brian. Thanks for taking the time. We look forward to sharing many more of your thoughts to come.
The POLITICS of EMPOWERMENT in American Business
Social Capital CEOs who encourage their employees and their customers to think for themselves, to live better, be better and to rise up economically are not just making the world a better place, they are doing what the politicians could never do on their own.
Delta REALLY Loves Their Customers – And CEO Ed Bastian Is a Big Reason Why! Exclusive Q and A with IBT's Social Capital team
In this exclusive Q and A with IBT’s Social Capital team Bastian, or “Ed” as he likes to be called, talks about people over profits, persevering during the pandemic, and the important lessons he learned from his mom.
The Possibilities AND the Pitfalls of Remote Work
This year has completely upended our lives on a personal and professional level. On the business side, many organizational leaders have seen closely held assumptions proven false.
10 Of America's Top CEOs Talk with IBT's Social Capital About How To Be Authentic
The difference between marketing and meaning is REAL authenticity. Some companies don’t care if the message they market actually coincides with their true essence.
Do You Care?
There have been a lot of challenging circumstances lately. World pandemic. Economic crisis. Culture crisis of racial injustice. People are struggling. Overwhelmed by the layers of anxiety.
Each Of Us Can Make A Global Social Impact. Here’s How I Did.
In 2015, I started sending an email every Friday to my team of 40 people at Acceleration Partners. This isn’t unusual—many CEOs send out weekly wrap-ups
SOCIAL CAPITAL: WHAT is it? DO you have it? HOW do you earn it?
SOCIAL CAPITAL is the intangible asset at the heart of a new and dynamic view of “success.” It is changing business and the world as we know it, especially as we face one of the most difficult periods of adjustment the world has ever known.
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Someone Somewhere Visionary Business Model Partners With Artisans
Antonio Nuno's tech helps remote villagers lift selves out of poverty through talent.
Serving Our World
Marriott CEO expands commitment to Social Capital.
Edward Jones' CEO Leads With Vulnerability To Unleash Strengths Of Others
Penny Pennington spells out her strategy for better relationship building.
CEO Tom Nolan's Humility Is His Leadership Superpower At Kendra Scott
Making jewelry the foundation for empowerment and philanthropy.
Kendra Scott Fashions Success For Women And Her Company
From customizing your jewelry to your career and your life, Kendra built a company around uplifting others.
Allianz Life Insurance Ensures A Human-To-Human Connection
One of the innovations she shares details about is the onsite health clinic – and, importantly, the mental health support that also enables.