Jamie Bianchini needed a lift. A big one. After a series of spectacular business flops drove him into bankruptcy and the love of his life kissed him goodbye\, Jamie knew he needed a world of help. But instead of seeking assistance from a counselor or support group \, Jamie sought comfort where he'd always found it...on his bicycle. As hi s world hit rock bottom\, Jamie hatched a crazy plan that just might make everything right. His life lacked purpose\, passion\, and connection with his fellow man. So\, Jamie decided to go for a bicycle ride...around the w orld...on a tandem...solo...inviting everyone he met to join him for a spi n on the back seat. This talk shares a moving story of an audacious optimi st who tried to change the world - while hoping the world would change him - one rider at a time. Jamie&rsquo\;s colorful slide show and talk takes the audience on an unforgettable 81-country journey around the world with an unforgettable cast of co-pedalers - from inspiring villagers to connivi ng thieves\, romantic paramours to unlikely gurus\, and excited school kid s to seniors who have never set foot on a pedal. Come join them all for th e ride of your life.
\nJamie Bianchini is an award- winning graduate from the USC Entrepreneur Program. \; Soon after grad uation\, Jamie realized traditional business was not his passion or callin g. \; His epic 8-year\, 81-country tandem bicycle expedition around th e world\, Peace Pedalers\, ignited a life-long journey to find innovative ways to use business to accelerate social and environmental change. \; His work both on and off the bike in the past two decades has helped save lives\, change lives\, reduce suffering\, and protect the planet. \;< /p>\n
\nQuestions? Contact beccar@dpls.lib.or.us\, 541-312-1063
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