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Dr. Jordan Kassalow – VisionSpring
visionspring.org/ | New York, NY
VisionSpring is a pioneering, global social enterprise accelerating the uptake of eyeglasses in emerging and frontier markets. They expand the optical market, using innovative distribution and service strategies to sell radically affordable, durable, attractive eyeglasses for consumers living on less than $4 per day. With partnerships in over 43 countries, they are making the wonder of clear vision possible for everybody.
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Murray Fisher – Billion Oyster Project
billionoysterproject.org/ | New York City, NY
Imagine New York Harbor as one of the most dynamic environments on the planet. It once was. The Billion Oyster Project believes that together, we can revive our shared blue space, creating a healthier, happier, and more resilient city—one oyster reef at a time. The Billion Oyster Projects’ mission is to restore oyster reefs to New York Harbor through public education initiatives.
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Sue Lee – Sock It To ‘Em Campaign
sockittoemsockcampaign.org/ | Denver, CO
The Sock It To Em Sock Campaign was launched in 2011 by Sue Lee, CEO of EQ Media and creator of “I Believe in Me!” When the entrepreneur recognized how many Americans face the harsh winter cold and dampness with inadequate protection for their feet, she asked her friend Phillis Shimamoto to join her in 2012 to form their non-profit and began soliciting fellow small business owners, churches, schools, city governments and the local media to pitch in.
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