Member Since 2014
Carrie Rich
The Global Good Fund
Washington D.C. Metro Area
Carrie Rich is the co-founder and CEO of The Global Good Fund, a nonprofit organization that supports high potential social entrepreneurs in more than 25 countries globally, collectively serving 339,000 beneficiaries. Ms. Rich has co-authored two books on leadership, the first of which became a Top 5 Business Book in Germany. She previously served as adjunct faculty at Georgetown University and currently teaches at George Washington University in Washington, DC. Ms. Rich is the 2016 Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year, recipient of the POLITICO Women Who Rule Award, 2018 Enterprising Women Awardee, Washington Business Journal 40 under 40, Entrepreneur.com Top 30 Start-ups to Watch, Stevie Award for Women in Business, Asian Social Innovation CEO of the Year, Social Enterprise Alliance 50 under 40, and Empact100 awardee. Ms. Rich has been published in media outlets such as Forbes, Entrepreneur, HuffingtonPost, The Founder Institute, and Philanthropy News Digest. She sits on both nonprofit and for-profit boards, co-owns ROMAN retail boutique, and volunteers globally teaching fundraising for social impact to aspiring social entrepreneurs. Ms. Rich lives with her children and husband outside of Washington, DC.
SKILLS
- Fundraising
- Social Entrepreneurship
- Leadership
RECENT CONTENT
March 12th, 2021
11 Virtual Team-Building Activities Your Employees Will Love
The world of work has changed significantly over the last year, with many companies moving to fully remote work. With this new environment comes a new way of managing. As teams are physically separated, it becomes even more important for leaders to find ways to bring them together. To offer some ideas on how to build such camaraderie, 11 members of Young Entrepreneur Council share their thoughts on the following question:
February 23rd, 2021
Six Ways To Ensure Stakeholders Are Impressed With Your Company’s Performance
Between investors, customers, employees and all other people with particular interest in a company, business leaders can have a difficult time trying to please all their stakeholders. But because the performance of a business is directly related to how the stakeholders feel about the company, aiming for overall stakeholder satisfaction is a necessary goal.
February 11th, 2021
10 Important Pieces Of Leadership Advice That Will Always Be Relevant
Being a leader is more than running meetings and managing a team. It’s a skill that takes a lifetime to master, and there will always be room to grow as a mentor, coach and source of inspiration to your employees.
January 28th, 2021
Don't Like Your Colleague? 14 Tips to Develop a More Positive Working Relationship
January 22nd, 2021
Eight Ways These Business Leaders Suggest Calming Your Nerves Before A Presentation
In business, it's only natural that you'll be called on to present to an audience. However, the stakes of some of these presentations can be relatively high, which can lead to anxiety and heightened nerves for the person giving them. Not everyone is naturally cool under pressure, yet so many business professionals manage to give these pitches effortlessly, or so it seems.
January 12th, 2021
13 Self-Care Activities to Get You Through the Dark, Dreary Winter Months
The dark and dreary months of winter often take a toll on people’s mental health. Thankfully, there are ways to keep your spirits bright through this season so you can stay motivated and inspired in your business and life.
December 29th, 2020
Social Impact Should Be In Your Company’s DNA
How can your company keep up its social impact, even when this election cycle is behind us?
November 17th, 2020
https://www.forbes.com/sites/theyec/2020/11/17/nine-risks-entrepreneurs-should-be-aware-of-when-starting-their-first-business/
November 16th, 2020
Choose The Right Cause For Your Business To Support With These 10 Tips
Once your company has achieved financial success, you may find yourself in a position to give back to your community. By donating time or money to a good cause, you’ll not only become a more socially responsible company, but you’ll also feel more fulfilled as a business owner and potentially strengthen the loyalty your clients feel for your organization.
October 9th, 2020
10 Reasons a Press Release Is Still a Valuable Business Tool Once widely used by businesses as a way to boost visibility even if they did not have any relevant news to share, press releases are now believed to be an outdated approach, according to many industry professionals. However, when used right and timed appropriately, they can still be valuable tools for an organization. Here are 10 reasons why the press release still matters:
October 7th, 2020
Three Tips For Growing Leaders
Investing in yourself right now is what will help you emerge strong.
August 11th, 2020
Ten Successful Ways To Incorporate Philanthropy Into Company Culture
Helping your community doesn't mean that your need to dedicate your company to philanthropic works. Even profit-based companies can give back to their communities in a significant way if they start incorporating philanthropy into their company culture or develop a community-focused approach to business operations.
May 5th, 2020
How Businesses Can Make Impact Permanent: Three Tips
Plan ahead so you can make a difference for your employees and your community in difficult times.
November 5th, 2019
A CEO's Guide To Finding Your Philanthropy
Your philanthropic cause should align with your product or service and what your customers, employees and stakeholders care about.
September 19th, 2019
The Art Of Giving And Receiving Feedback
We will all give and receive feedback at different stages of our lives and careers.
November 9th, 2018
Tips For Supporting Veteran Entrepreneurs From A Nonprofit CEO
Veteran leaders show the power of what people from all walks of life can achieve.
April 13th, 2017
A Seven-Step Roadmap To Deliver On Your Goals And Grow In The Social Sector
As a social enterprise, you have to be open to testing new initiatives -- and willing to embrace failure.
June 9th, 2016
You Cannot Do It All, But You Can Have It All
Balance and delegation are crucial.
February 4th, 2016
Five Crucial Elements To Get The Support And Recognition Your Company Deserves
Your personal brand is crucial to your company's success. Here's how to get the recognition you deserve.
September 25th, 2015
2 Steps to Take Before Selling to a New Market
Selling to a brand-new market? Start strong by focusing on 2 things: partnerships and pricing.
July 7th, 2015
Creating Change For Female Leaders Starts With Individual Support
Women are beginning to climb the ranks, but creating more opportunity for female leaders starts on the individual level.
May 26th, 2015
How To Prove Yourself As A Young Leader
Young leaders want to be liked, but it's better -- and more rewarding -- to earn respect.
March 6th, 2015
5 Lessons the Luxury Watch Industry Taught Me About Social Entrepreneurship
Before approaching donors or supporters, social entrepreneurs must focus on relationship-building and shared values.
October 14th, 2014
10 Reasons For Nonprofits To Move To A Revenue-Driven Model
Nonprofits and other social impact organizations face unique business challenges; many can be solved with a model shift.
COMPANY INFO
The Global Good Fund
The Global Good Fund identifies high-potential leaders and accelerates their success through a year-long Fellowship Program, with access to c-suite executive mentorship, certified leadership coaching and financial capital. To date, The Global Good Fund has supported 86 social entrepreneurs in 25 countries, dedicating over 18,000 hours and $1,400,000 exclusively to leadership development.
AREA OF FOCUS
- Social Entrepreneurship
- Non Profit
INDUSTRY
Civic & Social Organization