Sam Pressler
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Driven by a personal mission to "make his grandmas proud, " Sam is deeply invested in understanding what binds people together. His work explores the power of humor, creative expression, and shared purpose in fostering connection and belonging. He is a writer and thinker dedicated to rebuilding the social fabric of communities through grassroots engagement and authentic relationships.
He founded a national nonprofit that started with a stand-up comedy class for military veterans to help them build community.
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