I never met Ray Anderson but he had a profound effect on my life. I learned much from him. I believe others can too.
Thank you Ray, for proving that a better world is possible. We must only decide to make it happen.
In an article in the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, John Sibley (who worked with him) writes, “Anderson’s life was never about the achievements. It was about a gentle, persistent, profound caring — for every flower of the field, every bird of the air, every babble of the brook, every person he encountered — especially, the children and grandchildren — every fiber in the web of life.”
“We are each and everyone a part of the web of life itself and we have a choice to make during our brief, brief visit to this beautiful, blue and green living planet: To hurt it or to help it. For you, it’s your call.”
– Ray Anderson
Please take some time to watch this short presentation by Mr. Anderson at the TED conference. It is well worth the effort. Thank you.
cherie in atl
ray anderson is and remains a poster child as an agent for and of change. to think he was a plunderer and did a 180 degree turn in his life, inspires and is the embodiment of hope.
thank you, steve, for this poignant post.
Jane Feldman
Love your work, Steve. I’m always amazed by your breadth. Thank you for introducing Ray Anderson to me, to all of us!
Mary Beth
Thank you for posting Ray Anderson on TED. If only all CEO’s could listen to him and follow his path of ZERO mission.