Growing up with parents who were deaf, Bill McKendry has a unique perspective on communication and the power it holds.  In fact, it's what ignited his passion to be a voice and communicator for those who need help. 

At the height of his successful 35-year career in advertising and marketing, Bill left a large advertising agency to launch non-profit DO MORE GOOD. Using his expertise from iconic brands including American Express and Target, Bill focuses on magnifying the missions of non-profits to multiply their impact. 

Join us for a conversation about using challenges as a way to meet others with empathy, passion and do more good.

SHOW NOTES:

• Do More Good helps to magnify the missions of non-profits and multiply their impact through marketing, communications and branding.
• Before learning to speak, Bill communicated through American Sign Language with his parents who were deaf since birth.
• Native to Michigan, Bill fell in love with Colorado at 14 years old and continues to maintain a connection to the area.
• Do More Good: In 1994, Bill drafted the plan for a world-changing advertising agency that would dedicate at least 50% of its profits to amplify the message of non-profits.
• If you're going to do good, do great. Pitching early client Mel Trotter Ministries, Bill recognized the power of "big brand campaigns" would have on agencies doing good.
• Bill shares the moving and memorable experience of meeting Mother Teresa. 
• Get a copy of Bill McKendry's book Do More Good here.

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