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Getting to Zero

We may see the last generation of AIDS sufferers in our lifetime. The day will come when zero new babies are born with AIDS and those already affected will be able to treat a majority of the symptoms. The (RED) organization along with countless others are working to make take their addressable market to zero.

A few weeks ago I met Chrysi Philalithes, Chief Digital Officer at (RED)™, at the Women Innovate Mobile breakfast where she shared this video about (RED)’s mission to get to an AIDS free generation. It got me thinking about tangible market destruction.

At USV, we work with companies who are working to disrupt existing industries, like Kickstarter for fundraising or Skillshare for education, or create new markets, like Twitter for media, where the view of potential customers over time is up and to the right towards millions or billions.

Twitter Growth Graph 2012

(2007 - 2012 Twitter growth graph) 

The viewpoint of (RED) is quite the opposite. It’s how to stop creating new customers and reduce the number to zero. The process is very much the same as a startup: What does the future look like, and how do we get there? How do we best serve our market? How do we provide care to the people who need treatment with limited budget and resources? How do we make sure our KPIs are heading in the right direction? However, graphs in their board meeting must look very different.

Perinatally acquired AIDS, new cases, 1998–2010

If you have a bug to work on building something, think about how you could use your free time to help eliminate something. (RED) along with the Bill and Melinda Gates foundation, Charity Water and thousands of other non-profits are building organizations that could use your help. Whether it’s ending child hunger in your neighborhood or making sure every person has access to clean water globally, find what appeals to you. Non-profits need expertise in building an organization, solving problems, and rallying a community around a cause, all skills you can bring back to your day job.

Getting global or local problems to zero will be a whole lot easier if all of us make it our mission to help.

Support (RED)

From June 1-10th, JoinRed by buying (RED) products, watching movies,  donating money or taking time to spread the word. 

What are you working to eliminate?

Let me know @br_ttany.

Jazzercise for Charity!  June 3rd I’ll be participating in a Jazzercise marathon to raise money for the Eastern North Carolina Make-A-Wish Foundation.  I’m open to outfit suggestions and donations. The overall goal for the event is to hit $20,000. My goal is to raise $250 more in sponsorships.  Donate: You can donate directly at www.eastnc.wish.org with your donations, just shoot me a note (b.laughlin at gmail) so I can tally towards the total goal of $20k. I’ll also make sure to post some Jazzerific photos. High-res

Jazzercise for Charity! 

June 3rd I’ll be participating in a Jazzercise marathon to raise money for the Eastern North Carolina Make-A-Wish Foundation. 

I’m open to outfit suggestions and donations. The overall goal for the event is to hit $20,000. My goal is to raise $250 more in sponsorships. 

Donate: 
You can donate directly at www.eastnc.wish.org with your donations, just shoot me a note (b.laughlin at gmail) so I can tally towards the total goal of $20k. I’ll also make sure to post some Jazzerific photos.

I found Ann Marie’s story this morning while RSVPing for an upcoming social media event. My extended family has fought it’s fair share of cancer so I really admire people doing things to make a difference. I am especially impressed with Ann Marie’s willingness to shave her head in support of those who are fighting. So have you done a little good today? I think we can get Ann Marie to her goal by chipping in a little Starbucks money. Donate or if you don’t have the money, spread the word. High-res

I found Ann Marie’s story this morning while RSVPing for an upcoming social media event. My extended family has fought it’s fair share of cancer so I really admire people doing things to make a difference. I am especially impressed with Ann Marie’s willingness to shave her head in support of those who are fighting.

So have you done a little good today? I think we can get Ann Marie to her goal by chipping in a little Starbucks money. Donate or if you don’t have the money, spread the word.

A toy truck saved 6 soldiers lives. Help buy more.

A Stampede of Support!
We are thrilled to be given the opportunity to help support our soldiers serving overseas, now our goal is to get the soldiers as many remote controlled trucks as we can, and get them there as soon as possible. These trucks are not just toys, they can help save lives. With your donations, we will continue to send these trucks to support our troops.


Donate here:  Fuel My Brain | Home

Found via @kn0thing

Looking for a great table this Valentine’s Day? Why not book in the name of charity? Table Envy is OpenTable meets ebay. Bid on reservations at top restaurants with all of the proceeds benefitting the New York Food Bank. More details on UrbanDaddy too. Congratulations on the launch Bree! High-res

Looking for a great table this Valentine’s Day? Why not book in the name of charity? Table Envy is OpenTable meets ebay. Bid on reservations at top restaurants with all of the proceeds benefitting the New York Food Bank.

More details on UrbanDaddy too. Congratulations on the launch Bree!