Matt Flannery (Kiva)

Matt Flannery is an entrepreneur known for co-founding Kiva, a platform that enables people to lend money directly to entrepreneurs and small business owners in developing countries. Launched in 2005, Kiva allows users to support individuals with microloans as small as $25, helping them to grow their businesses and improve their lives. Flannery's vision combines technology with social impact, making it easier for individuals around the world to contribute to economic development and empower communities. His efforts have been recognized as a pioneering approach to philanthropy and financial inclusion.