Effective Social Entrepreneur Leadership

Dr. Henrik Mann interviews Mr. Nathan George, founder of Trade-As-One, a fast growing global fair trade exchange, about how he has become an effective social entrepreneur and heroic leader despite a challenging economy.

Episode Segments:

The Social Entrepreneur Nathan discusses how he became a Social Entrepreneur , why he decided to take this risk with his career, and how he convinced his wife to become involved as well. He also has some advice for other aspiring social entrepreneurs.
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Trade As One Nathan describes his organization Trade-As-One, their goals, and some of their current projects. He also explains how they are creating jobs in the current economic climate.
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The Growth of Fair Trade Nathan & Dr. Mann discuss The Fair Trade movements and their origins, as well as the rapid expansion of fair trade in the global marketplace.
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Looking Towards Tomorrow Nathan gives his perspective of what it takes to be a good leader in fair trade, and also shares his vision for a more hopeful future.
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Guest(s) Appearing on this Episode

Nathan George Convicted of the urgency of practical action on behalf of the global poor and the necessity of engaging the church in America, Nathan and Catherine George founded a fair trade company, Trade as One. Based in Fremont, CA, the company sells products made by victims of human trafficking, HIV / AIDS and the poorest of the poor. It sees job creation among the global poor as a missional issue. Trade as One believes that the church can speak prophetically to the marketplace and lead by example in showing how conscious purchasing can be a powerful force for systemic change. Nathan has worked in the software industry for twenty years. Three years ago he moved from the UK with his wife and three boys to Santa Cruz California to start Trade as One. Click Here for Trade as One