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The Philanthropic Mind is based on dozens of candid interviews with Canada's top philanthropists who share their personal stories and surprising insights. You will find the views of these accomplished Canadians instructive, intriguing, perhaps even validating, and certainly motivational. The Philanthropic Mind is a rare opportunity to learn from and be inspired by Canada's most generous individuals - and to glean the real reasons behind some of their largest donations. It provides eye-opening perspectives for nonprofit professionals, board members and volunteers, as well as budding and seasoned philanthropists. Here is what some people have said about The Philanthropic Mind ""WOW, what an awesome read! I couldn't put the book down. The quotes and anecdotes from philanthropists were so compelling."" ""The book has something for everyone. It is at one time, a 'how to' for fundraisers, a guide for philanthropists, and an entertaining read for those who are not in the fundraising world."" ""I really enjoyed this book. It allowed the philanthropists to tell their story - and I often felt like I was being let in on a secret. Everyone in the nonprofit world should read and learn from this important collection.""

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Mo is the Chief Executive Officer at Prime Quadrant. Prior to Prime Quadrant, Mo founded and led organizations in industries as diverse as education, auto restoration, e-commerce and microfinance. Philanthropically, Mo is the current Chairman of CAF Canada, the Prime Quadrant Conference and the Prime Quadrant Foundation. Mo also sits on the boards of several non-profit organizations including, CJPAC, Hebrew University and Holland Bloorview Hospital. Mo has served on numerous investment committees and had a five-year tenure as the Chief Executive Officer of Yeshiva University (Canada), where he was responsible for overseeing all aspects of strategic development, recruitment and managing the Canadian endowment. Mo has also authored or co-authored four books including, Partners in Preservation: How to Know Your Advisor Is Truly Protecting Your Wealth, The Philanthropic Mind: Surprising Discoveries from Canada's Top Philanthropists, In Search of the Prime Quadrant: The Quest for Better Investment Decisions, and Selling Snake Oil: Investment Lessons from the World's Greatest Frauds. In recognition of Mo's contributions to the community and innovative leadership, Mo has been selected as the recipient of Canada's Top 40 Under 40 Award. However, his greatest distinction continues to be his extraordinary wife and five adorable children. Mo holds multiple degrees, Magna Cum Laude, from Yeshiva University, and an MBA from the University of Toronto's Rotman School of Management. Chuck English is a leader in the field of strategic marketing, providing expert consulting and counsel to businesses and not-for-profits for over twenty years. His successful firm, English Marketing Works, has improved the capacity of dozens of independent schools, fundraising organizations, and businesses by producing measurable results from their marketing investment. Chuck speaks at seminars and conferences, is an accomplished writer, and is deeply passionate about helping others improve our world.

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