Jake Wood, Founder and CEO of Groundswell, on Putting Philanthropic Giving in the Hands of Employees

October 10, 2022 00:34:54
Jake Wood, Founder and CEO of Groundswell, on Putting Philanthropic Giving in the Hands of Employees
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Jake Wood, Founder and CEO of Groundswell, on Putting Philanthropic Giving in the Hands of Employees

Oct 10 2022 | 00:34:54

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Show Notes

Jake Wood, founder and CEO of Groundswell, joins The Staffing Show to talk about his experience creating Groundswell, a corporate giving platform that democratizes philanthropic donations. He discusses how his experience in the Marine Corps has shaped his leadership style and how being a humble leader and letting employees shine can have great benefits for your company. On a more personal note, Jake touches on how being an early riser has set him up for success and how fatherhood is one of the most fulfilling aspects of his life.

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