March 2025

What a Non-Profit is, and why You Should Build a Business Instead.

When I look at the aspirations of many young people I meet, particularly those from countries like mine—where poverty is prevalent and opportunities can seem scarce—I hear a recurring theme: “I want to make an impact.” It’s an admirable goal, one that speaks to our collective desire to change lives and create better futures. Yet, there’s a fundamental issue with how many of us are approaching it. Too often, we leap into non-profit work without first securing the foundation we need to make it sustainable.

Connecting the Dots: From Tech, to Football, to Gaming (Xbox).

This week, the Michigan State University (Broad College of Business) has been Madrid, Spain, for the 2025 Study Abroad trip. To me, it has been a masterclass in global business strategy — from tech giants to global sports leagues — and it’s been fascinating to see how seemingly different industries are connected by common threads: innovation, audience engagement, and data-driven decision-making.