Alex Budak Social Entrepreneur: founder, mentor & speaker

So you've got an idea to improve the world -- what's next? I've launched my own social enterprise and helped hundreds more transform their idea into impact. I can walk you through all of the challenges you are likely to face from the practical (should I be a non-profit or a for-profit), to refining your pitch, accessing capital and more.

What does it take to be a leader in today's rapidly changing world? What does it mean to be a servant leader? How can you empower teammates to be at their best while reducing your own stress as a manager? What are the latest trends in leadership -- what should you be doing and what habits must you break?

Being an advisor to a high-growth startup is exciting and can be great for your resume. But how can you make sure that you are delivering real value and making a positive impact? I've advised dozens of startups and will share lessons learned in how to be the mentor startups dream of having.

Before your launch your crowdfunding campaign, make sure you are set-up for success! I co-founded the crowdfunding site StartSomeGood.com which has helped over 600 organizations raise over $6 Million in 50+ countries . And I'm excited to share all of the lessons I've learned with you. How much should you try to raise? What rewards should you offer? Which platform should you use? Do you need a video? Bring all of the questions you have and I'll be happy to give you the advice you need to make sure you reach and surpass your goal!

Businesses today face a huge challenge in today's rapidly changing world: they must innovate or risk falling desperately behind. How can startups, companies and business teams learn what it takes to be on the cutting edge? I believe there is no better group to learn from than social entrepreneurs -- leaders who put their own comfort, safety and sanity on the line to drive social change through new, innovative approaches. In this talk, I share lessons learned as a social entrepreneur myself as well as in coaching and advising dozens of social entrepreneurs around the world. I'll share how a social entrepreneur approaches a challenge, where they go for inspiration and how they remain creative, innovative and resilient. Through moving stories and examples, I'll show how you and your team can apply the lessons of the most innovative social entrepreneurs to your work no matter your size or sector.