The big business news this week is that Lyft's co-founders are resigning, and David Risher has been named as the new CEO. In light of these headlines, we're taking you into the vault of Connected Nation.
In this one-on-one interview, recorded in November 2021, Risher shares details on how he found his way to becoming a Microsoft Executive and later an Amazon Senior Vice President. Plus, learn why he was moved to start a FREE program that uses technology to help one billion children around the world.
Related links:
Worldreader website
Worldreader app: bebooksmart.com
Follow Worldreader and its founder on Twitter @worldreaders and @davidrisherWR
More about David Risher: https://www.worldreader.org/david-risher/
Pew Research study referenced in podcast - https://www.pewresearch.org/fact-tank/2021/06/22/digital-divide-persists-even-as-americans-with-lower-incomes-make-gains-in-tech-adoption/
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