Aaron Hurst

Aaron Hurst

Founder and CEO of the US Chamber of Connection

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Aaron Hurst is a globally recognized social entrepreneur who works to create communities that are empowered to realize their potential. He is the founder and CEO of the US Chamber of Connection. He also founded Imperative, Board.Dev and the Taproot Foundation. Hurst is the author of The Purpose Economy (2014) and a regular advisor and thought partner for many global brands.

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Social entrepreneur Aaron Hurst explains why the decline of social connection is the greatest challenge of our time — and offers a roadmap for restoration.