#16 - Chris Blauvelt: Creating a Digital Nation & Running LaunchGood

Chris Blauvelt is one of the most dynamic and creative faith-based social entrepreneurs around. Based in Detroit, Michigan, he is co-founder and CEO of LaunchGood, the world's largest faith-inspired crowdfunding platform. Since 2013 it has facilitated ~$1bn of giving across the world. We spent time discussing the past, present and future of LaunchGood... but first we talked in some detail about the potential of GUMmies and Chris's nascent idea of creating a digital nation.Follow Chris: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cjblauvelt/Check out LaunchGood: https://www.launchgood.com(0:00) Trailer(0:42) Chris's names(3:34) Who are GUMmies?(9:03) Our untapped potential(13:40) The idea of a digital nation(19:10) Is a tipping point coming?(21:03) Power as a false god(28:28) A vision for society or community?(35:15) Different engagement mindsets(40:43) Next steps for the digital nation(44:19) The LaunchGood journey so far(53:13) How to use discretionary funds(1:04:14) Limits of LaunchGood's responsibility(1:13:50) Mindset, patience and blessings