My journey began with a simple yet profound inspiration: reveal value in waste to prevent human suffering and environmental degradation. The spark led to the creation of Plastic Bank, now a global movement that redefines prosperity by transforming waste into wealth. My vision tackles two of the most pressing challenges facing people and the planet: poverty and plastic pollution.

I've opened pathways to prosperity for over 50,000 families in underserved communities across the Philippines, Indonesia, Brazil, Egypt, Thailand, and Cameroon by enabling the exchange of the world’s largest volume of hand-gathered plastic (over 150 million kilos) for income and social benefits. The solution offers individuals and businesses an opportunity to prosper by reducing environmental footprints, promoting circularity, and supporting communities.

Celebrated as one of the world’s most compassionate entrepreneurs and honoured with accolades, including the United Nations Lighthouse Award for Planetary Health and the Paris Climate Conference Sustainia Community Award. Other notable recognitions include the Ernst & Young Lifetime Achievement Award, The Globe and Mail’s Changemakers Award, and the Entrepreneur Organizations’ Global Citizen Award.

Humanitarian works have garnered international acclaim, with features on BBC, CNN, Time Magazine, Forbes, Fast Company, Business Week, and National Geographic. Delivered impactful talks on TED.com, appeared in award-winning documentaries, and starred in an international reality television show.

Often referred to as a steward of the earth, a champion for the underserved, and a thought leader in the prosperity mindset.