Jul 18, 2017
Mark is joined by Mead Welles, Co-Founder, Chairman and Treasurer of A Leg to Stand On (ALTSO). Mead is also the Founder and CEO of Octagon Asset Management, LLC
They discuss:
- What is ALTSO?
- Rocktoberfest 2017 is October 5 at City Winery
- How did it all start?
- What surprises are in store for this year?
- How do the Chicago and New York events differ?
- Any plans for additions to the schedule?
- New York event is October 26 at the Hard Rock Cafe in Time's Square
- What are ALTSO's business practices?
- How has technology helped ALTSO meet their goals?
About ALTSO: A Leg To Stand On ("ALTSO") is a non-profit organization providing free orthopedic care including prosthetic limbs, orthotic devices, mobility aids, corrective surgery and rehabilitative care to children in the developing world. Its mission is to offer children who have lost their limbs in traumatic accidents or suffer from congenital disabilities the physical capabilities to access the opportunities and self-esteem earned through education, work and mobility. The net proceeds raised at the events will benefit ALTSO's programs in Asia, Africa and Latin America. For more information on the charity or events, visit ALTSO's website at altso.org.