José María Arizmendiarrieta

José María Arizmendiarrieta was a Spanish priest and social entrepreneur, known for founding the Mondragon Corporation in the Basque region in 1956. He aimed to promote social justice and economic development through cooperative businesses that empower workers. Arizmendiarrieta's model emphasizes collaboration, mutual aid, and community involvement, fostering a strong local economy. His innovative approach combines social responsibility with entrepreneurship, creating jobs and providing a better quality of life for many. Today, Mondragon is one of the world's largest and most successful cooperative networks, embodying Arizmendiarrieta's vision of an inclusive and participatory economic system.