Written by: Allie Johnston Ever since I can remember, I’ve always looked up to my dad. His leadership skills – as a co-parent, a husband, a venture capitalist, and a businessman – have always humbled and impressed me. Most memorable, though, was his seemingly insatiable desire to do good in the world, to make the […]
Posted by globalgoodfund on Jun 08, 2018
Learning a new language is both a humbling experience, and a grand test of patience. In my work and at home, I’m the one setting the rules and managing expectations. When it came to living in a foreign country and speaking Spanish, I had no control, which really took me out of my comfort zone. I knew my […]
Posted by globalgoodfund on Mar 20, 2018
I touched down in Colombia on Tuesday, 1/23 – the country I’d be calling home for the next month. The decision to embark on this journey was sparked by a desire to completely immerse myself and my children into new cultures. With my husband, 2.5-year-old and 7-month-old in tow, the first thing that struck me while […]
Posted by globalgoodfund on Feb 20, 2018