In this episode, Jake reveals how his experiences as a Marine and nonprofit entrepreneur fueled his innovative use of technology to drive social good. He reflects on the early days of Team Rubicon, harnessing social media and digital platforms to mobilize military veterans for disaster response, and traces the evolution of Groundswell, a platform streamlining charitable giving and corporate social responsibility.

Along the way, Jake opens up about leading with empathy, creating inclusive teams, and the essential human connections at the heart of effective impact work. Whether you’re passionate about technology, philanthropy, leadership, or just love hearing stories of people making a difference, you’ll want to stick around for Jake’s insights and approachable wisdom.

Tune in to hear a thoughtful, engaging discussion that blends lessons from the Marine Corps, the world of social impact, and the ever-evolving tech landscape—all with a healthy sense of humor and humility.

Key Moments
05:44 “Insights on Team Rubicon’s Impact”
09:23 Marine Corps: Mastering Basics Over Tech
11:45 “Team Rubicon: Volunteer Disaster Response”
15:29 Pioneering Disaster Mapping with Palantir
19:12 “Embracing Change After Team Root Con”
19:52 Philanthropy Platform for All
23:48 Purposeful Problem-Solving Journey
26:55 Marine Corps: Inclusive Leadership Culture
31:59 Team Rubicon’s Membership Criteria
35:43 Thoughtful Masculinity Redefined
37:02 “Exemplary Positive Masculinity”
40:41 “Founding Team Values Alignment”
43:33 “Interview with Jake Wood”

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Website: https://www.groundswell.io/ 

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