Bill Drayton (Ashoka founder)

Bill Drayton is an influential social entrepreneur and the founder of Ashoka, an organization that supports social innovators around the world. Established in 1980, Ashoka identifies and invests in leading social change-makers—individuals who create innovative solutions to social problems. Drayton's vision emphasizes the importance of entrepreneurial thinking in addressing societal issues, promoting the idea that everyone can be a changemaker. He has been a pioneer in the field of social entrepreneurship, advocating for collaboration and scaling innovative ideas to create lasting impact in communities globally.