Peter Thum
Keynote Speaker: Co-Founder & CEO of Muse; Founder of Ethos Water, Entrepreneur, Humanitarian
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Peter Thum Biography
Peter Thum is a recognized entrepreneur and humanitarian focused on addressing critical social issues through innovative business models. He is the founder and CEO of "Liberty United" and "Fonderie 47," ventures that transform illegal guns and bullets into high-end jewelry, watches, and art. These enterprises not only fund programs to reduce gun violence in the U.S. but also support disarmament efforts in African war zones.
In 2008, Thum was working on water projects in Africa where he encountered young men armed with assault rifles. This experience inspired him to establish "Fonderie 47," an initiative that has successfully destroyed over 70,000 assault rifles in African conflict areas. Meanwhile, "Liberty United" channels funds towards educational and safety programs in American neighborhoods plagued by gun violence, aiming to protect and uplift at-risk children.
Thum's entrepreneurial journey began with the founding of "Ethos Water," a brand dedicated to tackling global water scarcity. After its acquisition by Starbucks in 2005, "Ethos Water" has contributed more than $14 million to water, sanitation, and hygiene education projects, reaching over half a million people worldwide. In addition, he founded the non-profit "Giving Water," which has significantly improved water access and sanitation for over 6,000 schoolchildren in Kenya.
Before his ventures into social entrepreneurship, Thum gained valuable experience at McKinsey & Company and the Gallo Winery. He holds an MBA from the Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University and a BA from Claremont McKenna College. Through his work, Thum has been a vocal advocate for corporate social responsibility and ethical branding, sharing his insights and experiences to inspire others to contribute to societal improvement.
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Peter Thum discusses his work since 2009 to reduce the impact of assault rifles in Africa and to reduce gun violence in the U.S.A. He tells the story of starting the brands Fonderie 47 and Liberty United, which transform illegal guns and bullets into high end jewelry, watches and other accessories. His companies, which have funded the removal and destruction of over 34,000 assault rifles in Africa and fund not for profits working to reduce gun violence in American communities.
Countries all over the world are experiencing a water crisis. Millions of people in developing countries lack clean and safe drinking water. As the founder of Ethos™ Water, Peter Thum turned his idea of getting clean water to children into a successful social venture that has changed an industry, generated millions of dollars and changed lives. Thum talks through his eight-year odyssey starting in the townships of South Africa, to brokering an acquisition by Starbucks, and finally running Ethos today as an international brand and social movement. Thum’s story is one of passion, perseverance and success. His story motivates people to dream big and turn thoughts into action. He takes audiences on a tour of the world and shares the importance of addressing the world water crisis, how to build a brand from the ground up and the personal upside of working toward the common good.
As corporations play an ever-expanding role in our lives, it is now more imperative than ever before that they take the steps necessary to improve the lives of their employees, their consumers, their communities and of society at large. A dedicated social entrepreneur who has successfully established businesses that are driven by a social mission of helping those in need, Peter Thum delivers lessons on the importance of corporate social responsibility from which any organization can learn and benefit. From ethical branding and leveraging philanthropy, to emboldening a corporate message, to building a culture where giving back is a standard operating procedure; Thum helps companies of all sizes to understand the steps they need to complete to put social responsibility at the core of their mission and performance.
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What topics does Peter Thum speak about?
Peter Thum is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Business Leadership, Executive Leadership, Innovation, Creativity, Energy, International Business, Economy, Entrepreneurship, College, TED, Environment, Leadership, Business, Conservation, Science, Sustainability, Climate Change and Finance.
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Peter Thum generally travels from New York, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
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Peter Thum is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Business Leadership, Executive Leadership and Innovation. The estimated speaking fee range to book Peter Thum for live events is $20,000 - $30,000, and for virtual events $20,000 - $30,000. Peter Thum generally travels from New York, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Robin Chase, Peter Diamandis and Jim Carroll. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Peter Thum for an upcoming event.
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The Imperative to Reduce Gun Violence
Peter Thum discusses his work since 2009 to reduce the impact of assault rifles in Africa and to reduce gun violence in the U.S.A. He tells the story of starting the brands Fonderie 47 and Liberty United, which transform illegal guns and bullets into high end jewelry, watches and other accessories. His companies, which have funded the removal and destruction of over 34,000 assault rifles in Africa and fund not for profits working to reduce gun violence in American communities.
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The Ethos Water Story: The Keys Behind Successful Social Entrepreneurialism
Countries all over the world are experiencing a water crisis. Millions of people in developing countries lack clean and safe drinking water. As the founder of Ethos™ Water, Peter Thum turned his idea of getting clean water to children into a successful social venture that has changed an industry, generated millions of dollars and changed lives. Thum talks through his eight-year odyssey starting in the townships of South Africa, to brokering an acquisition by Starbucks, and finally running Ethos today as an international brand and social movement. Thum’s story is one of passion, perseverance and success. His story motivates people to dream big and turn thoughts into action. He takes audiences on a tour of the world and shares the importance of addressing the world water crisis, how to build a brand from the ground up and the personal upside of working toward the common good.
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Leading Forward: The Role of Social Responsibility in the Corporate World
As corporations play an ever-expanding role in our lives, it is now more imperative than ever before that they take the steps necessary to improve the lives of their employees, their consumers, their communities and of society at large. A dedicated social entrepreneur who has successfully established businesses that are driven by a social mission of helping those in need, Peter Thum delivers lessons on the importance of corporate social responsibility from which any organization can learn and benefit. From ethical branding and leveraging philanthropy, to emboldening a corporate message, to building a culture where giving back is a standard operating procedure; Thum helps companies of all sizes to understand the steps they need to complete to put social responsibility at the core of their mission and performance.
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Interview With Ethos Water Founder Peter Thum on His New Venture
Peter Thum is no stranger to philanthropy and entrepreneurial success. As the founder of Ethos Water, he raised more than $7 million in humanitarian water ...
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How do I book Peter Thum to speak at my event?
Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Peter Thum for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Peter Thum, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Peter Thum or any other speaker of your choice. -
How much does it cost to book Peter Thum for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Peter Thum, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Peter Thum are $20,000 - $30,000 for live events and $20,000 - $30,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Peter Thum, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent. -
What topics does Peter Thum speak about?
Peter Thum is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Business Leadership, Executive Leadership, Innovation, Creativity, Energy, International Business, Economy, Entrepreneurship, College, TED, Environment, Leadership, Business, Conservation, Science, Sustainability, Climate Change and Finance. -
Where does Peter Thum travel from?
Peter Thum generally travels from New York, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. -
Who is the agent for Peter Thum?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Peter Thum for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Peter Thum for your next private or corporate function. -
What is a full-service speaker booking agency?
AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Peter Thum or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us. -
Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?
If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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