Entrepreneur, Venture Capitalist & Philanthropist; Founder of Blisce & Epic; Author of "Giving: Purpose Is the New Currency"
Alexandre Mars Biography
Alexandre Mars is a French entrepreneur and philanthropist recognized for his work in technology, venture capital, and social impact. Mars began his entrepreneurial career at age 17, founding several start-ups that were later acquired by major international companies. His ventures included Phonevalley and Scroon, which were sold to Publicis and BlackBerry, respectively. He also established a social media management firm and later founded Blisce, an investment firm focused on the technology sector.
After selling his last two startups, Mars applied his entrepreneurial expertise to social causes by creating Epic, a global foundation dedicated to empowering and protecting children, youth, and the planet. Epic identifies, selects, supports, and monitors organizations to drive direct action for underserved children and young people, as well as the ecosystems that affect their lives. The foundation is known for its commitment to transparency, sending 100 percent of user donations to vetted charities and reporting its impact in real time. Harvard University Kennedy and Business schools published a joint case study on Epic, highlighting the foundation's unique model.
Mars is also the founder of Blisce, a growth-stage venture capital fund that supports entrepreneurs building mission-driven global consumer brands and technology companies. The fund has invested in companies such as Spotify, Pinterest, Too Good to Go, Headspace, and Brut. Blisce became the first transatlantic growth-stage venture capital fund to achieve B Corp certification. Mars also launched INFINITE, a social EdTech initiative that helps students from underprivileged backgrounds access leading universities. He has served as a board member and ambassador for the Paris Olympic and Paralympic Games.
Mars has received recognition for his contributions to business and philanthropy. He is a Knight of the Legion of Honor and has been named among the "50 Philanthropists of the Year" by Town & Country and the "50 Most Influential French People in the World" by Vanity Fair. The New York Observer included him among New York's top philanthropists under 40, and he received the Trophée de l'Avenir Europe 1. Mars is an international speaker on topics such as social disruption, tech innovation, philanthropy, and purpose-driven leadership.
Mars is also a published author and podcaster. His book "Giving: Purpose Is the New Currency" presents a pragmatic approach to effective and meaningful giving, combining memoir and manifesto. Drawing on his experience in technology and economics, as well as stories from NGOs, "Giving" offers tools and insights for navigating a complex world. Mars hosts the podcast "PAUSE" and has authored several books distributed globally. Through his writing, speaking, and ventures, Mars advocates for the integration of purpose and profit, emphasizing that large-scale giving can serve as a defining force in modern society.
Alexandre Mars Speaking Topics
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Social Disruption, Tech Innovation, Positive Revolution, Millennials and the Quest for Purpose, Hiring in a Millennial World, Philanthropy 2.0, Innovation for Social Good
Alexandre Mars Videos
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Alexandre Mars is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Social Disruption, Tech Innovation, Positive Revolution, Millennials and the Quest for Purpose, Hiring in a Millennial World, Philanthropy 2.0, Innovation for Social Good . The estimated speaking fee range to book Alexandre Mars for your event is $10,000 - $20,000. Alexandre Mars generally travels from Brooklyn, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Everette Taylor, Allyson Kapin, Felecia Hatcher, Diane Prince and Shradha Agarwal and Rishi Shah. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Alexandre Mars for an upcoming live or virtual event.
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