ADB and Behance are pumped about Make Good Ideas Happen, not just because it’ll be a GOOD time, but because of participating groups like StartingBloc, which empowers its network to drive social change in communities and organizations around the globe.

The two ladies at the helm of the organization are alumn of the StartingBloc program: Taryn who used to work on her parents’ food distribution business (which used to be her grandparents’ turkey farm)…”I love great food!” and Jo, a “gooder/rockstar” who played goalie for the Kenyan National Field Hockey Team.

“Jo and I put our blood, sweat, and tears into StartingBloc because we see the potential for connecting these individuals to make the most profound good happen.”

What is unique about SB the network? The StartingBloc Network, especially the Alumni Network, is freaking unreal. It consists of 850+ of the most passionate, driven, innovative, diverse people you will ever meet from 40 different countries. As Taryn says… “hollerrrrrrr!

StartingBloc is still in its nascent stage (4 years old), though they’re on the brink of taking off and exploding. “This will happen when all the pieces come together…complete online systems integration, complete marketing and communications integration, more funds through revenue generating programs, more programs by hiring more people, more people by raising more money - which is where we’re at right now”

The Mission/Programs:

StartingBloc educates, empowers and connects emerging leaders to drive positive social change across sectors.

Through our renowned Institute for Social Innovation, CareerAccelerator, Continuing education programs and networking opportunities, StartingBloc brings the latest innovations in corporate social responsibility and social entrepreneurship to these emerging leaders.

What they’ll be presenting:

Better, Faster, Stronger More Creative – StartingBloc is blowing up and they want to take you with them. Give ‘em your ideas on their web presence, communications and ways to raise funds to provide training for the creative community.

Inspiring story– check. Amazing network– check. Innovative concept and programs– double check.

They’ll be kicking off their fundraising this summer with Make Good Ideas Happen so be sure to stop by to meet this amazing group of people, leaders and buy them a drink cause they’re doing some damn GOOD stuff.

Check out the Make Good Ideas Happen event or Internet Week site and stop by the roof of The Delancey on June 9th at 7 pm.

City Year, StartingBloc and Sustainable South Bronx will present ideas they are pursuing to change the world. Bring your idealism, and leave behind Action Steps with resources, connections, and next steps to help these non-profits make their ideas happen. Amazing people, good drinks, and a nice buzz from doing good - what more could you ask for?

RSVP at www.behance.com/events Can’t make the event? Drop us a line if you want to help anyway.