| Social business harnesses the dynamism and creative power of capitalism but puts the enhancement of humanity at its heart, says Mick Jackson. Does it represent the Evolution of Capitalism? No economic system has ever lifted as many people out of poverty than capitalism. However it relies purely on the profit motive and as such reduces the individual to a one-dimensional being. Humans are multi-faceted; selfless as well as selfish. More About Mick Jackson... Mick Jackson is a serial entrepreneur, venture philanthropist, author, Ex Chart topping rock singer and international business speaker. He is also the founder of WildHearts, a charity committed to launching companies that fight poverty. Its first company WildHearts Office Supplies gives companies the ability to fund micro-finance globally simply through their office supply purchases. Its second, WildHearts Events has created iconic concepts such as the WolfTrek, WeeWalks and Micro-Tyco. As a result of its success WildHearts now funds loans for the poor in 20 countries across five continents transforming 100000 lives each year. In 2008 Mick was voted Entrepreneur of the Year and Top Scot by the Scottish public, an honour he shares with JK Rowling and Olympic cyclist Chris Hoy. In the spirit of ideas worth spreading, TEDx is a program of local, self-organized events that bring people together to share a TED-like experience. At a TEDx event, TEDTalks video and live speakers combine to spark deep discussion and connection ... |
