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April 9, 2025 36 mins

In this episode, Rick interviews Masami Sato, founder and CEO of B1G1 (Buy1Give1), an award-winning global giving initiative that empowers businesses to create meaningful, everyday impact. A two-time TEDx speaker, bestselling author, and social entrepreneur, Masami shares her inspiring journey from a shy, world-traveling backpacker to a visionary leader transforming the way businesses give back. She opens up about how a simple idea—linking everyday business transactions to high-impact global giving—grew into a movement helping thousands of companies make measurable social change. Tune in as she and Rick discuss the power of small, the ripple effect of spark moments, and how collective action can shape a more abundant, equitable world.


This episode is a MUST-LISTEN! 🎙🚀 

We will discuss the following:

⭐️ Small businesses have the power to create big global change.

⭐️ Linking business success with daily giving builds deeper purpose.

⭐️ True impact starts with believing you're never too small to make a difference.

⭐️ B1G1’s model proves that sustainable philanthropy is possible for everyone.

⭐️ Building a purpose-driven business community multiplies the ripple effect.


& more...


Know more about Masami:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/masamisato/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/b1g1giving

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZkWxyX1vsOcc0jemE9vbqw

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/buy1give1/


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