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What if the answer to poverty, homelessness, and inequality starts with something as simple as a book?
In this inspiring episode of Tech One, Two, Brian Floriani , Founder of BUKU Branded, shares the story behind Bernie's Book Bank and his mission to help children read their way to a better life. From launching the organization with a $5,000 credit card investment in a garage to building one of the nation's most impactful literacy initiatives, Brian reveals the mindset, resilience, and purpose required to create lasting change.
In this episode, you'll learn:
-Why literacy is the foundation for opportunity
-How nonprofits can be run with business principles and measurable impact
-The importance of finding your "why"
-Why growth only happens outside your comfort zone
-How technology helps scale mission-driven organizations
-Why obsession can be a superpower when attached to a meaningful cause
As the Founder & CEO of EMPIST, John Kampas has spent over 20 years helping businesses reach their potential through smart, secure technology solutions in managed IT, cloud, and cybersecurity. Based in the Chicago area, he brings a boots-on-the-ground perspective from leading a full-service technology firm that supports organizations across industries. On Tech One, Two, John’s mission is simple: make sense of tech S#I.T. and give business leaders practical, jargon-free insight they can use right away. If you're an entrepreneur, leader, nonprofit professional, educator, or anyone looking to make a difference, this conversation is packed with insights you won't want to miss. Subscribe for more conversations on leadership, innovation, technology, cybersecurity, AI, entrepreneurship, and business growth.
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- Connect with Brian Floriani on Linkedin (https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianfloriani)
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