The CEO of Wells Fargo has been named one of the 100 most influential people in the world.
In a press release, CEO John Stumpf says he's "thrilled" to have been chosen as one of the recipients of the Global Impact 100's "most promising business leaders."
The Global Impact 100 is a global charity whose mission is to help the world's 100 most promising businesses succeed.
Stumpf says he's "thrilled" to have been chosen as one of the winners, which will see him receive a total of $100,000 in grants to help small businesses in the Gulf Coast region succeed, the Biloxi Sun Herald reports.
The grants will be awarded in five categories: Arts & Culture, which include cultural programs, participation in the arts and arts education; Environment, which comprises conservation and preservation of natural resources, environmental justice, parks and recreation, agricultural sustainability, environmental education, and climate action Health & Wellness, which covers improvement of people's mental and/or physical well-being Education, which address educational opportunities for children and/or adults, especially those involves lingering educational disparities that affect the community Family, which covers strengthening and enhancing the lives of children and families, including seniors Read the Entire Article
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