Mark Victor Hansen

"Mark Victor Hansen is an American inspirational and motivational speaker, trainer and author. He is best known as the founder and co-creator of the "Chicken Soup for the Soul" book series.

"He is one of the best known and most respected authorities in the area of human potential. For over 30 years, Mark has created change for people around the world by reshaping their vision of what’s possible. Having spoken in more than 60 countries, Mark has shared his message of opportunity and action and created powerful transformation in thousands of organizations and millions of individuals worldwide.

"While the Chicken Soup series has achieved phenomenal success, Mark’s other bestselling books include The One Minute Millionaire, Cracking the Millionaire Code, How to Make the Rest of Your Life the Best of Your Life, and The Power of Focus. Mark has also developed an extensive library of audio and video programs in the areas of big thinking, sales achievement, publishing success and personal and professional development.

"Known as a passionate philanthropist and humanitarian, Mark has launched the Mark Victor Hansen Foundation with a mission of promoting entrepreneurial literacy as a means to ending world poverty. The Foundation will create a lasting and impactful difference by creating opportunities for citizens throughout the world in three priority areas: education, economic literacy and entrepreneurial development."


 * Advisory Board, Global Energy Network Institute