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Episode #290: Shifting From A Profit-driven Mindset To Compassion-driven Activism with Ali Horriyat

Addiction to money, creating decentralized organizations, and the importance of measurable goals all get highlighted in this episode of Inspired Nonprofit Leadership. Host Sarah Olivieri interviews Ali Horriyat, who left the lucrative, profit-driven world of finance in 2016 and donated his entire net worth of millions to devote himself to his vision of a society where compassion, empathy, and social impact are at the heart of our actions.

Starting from scratch financially, but full of heart, Ali founded “Compassiviste,' blending compassion and activism, and the importance of action in making a difference. The conversation highlights Compassiviste’s innovative programs, such as the environmental gaming show aimed at reducing household carbon footprints, and the need for measurable impacts and exit strategies in nonprofit missions. Ali's experiences emphasize the importance of community, education, and collective efforts in tackling global social and environmental issues.

Episode Highlights

The Birth of Compassiviste
Building a Global Nonprofit
Sailing and Nonprofit Leadership
The Importance of Passion in Nonprofit Work
Defining Success and Exit Strategies
Creating a Global Membership for Change
The Power of Community
Setting Measurable Goals
The Environmental Gaming Show
The Importance of Education

Meet the Guest

Ali Horriyat left the lucrative, profit-driven world of finance in 2016 to devote himself to his vision of a society where compassion, empathy, and social impact are at the heart of our actions. In 2020, he launched Compassiviste to spread this vision. Born in Dubai, he attended schools in the UAE, France and Switzerland before pursuing his higher education in Canada. He holds undergraduate and graduate degrees in economics, political science, philosophy, business, international relations and conflict resolution, and religion. Ali is the author of 18 books, including collections of essays and poetry, with themes ranging from racism and capitalism to spirituality, love and compassion. He believes that humans must “love always, and always love.”

Connect with Ali:

Website - https://compassiviste.com/

Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/compassiviste-dialogues/id1735926709

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/compassiviste

Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@CompassivisteDialogues/videos

Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/company/compassiviste/