I Have been fortunate enough to spend part of this last week at a gathering of remarkable people, kindly hosted in St. Tropez (video of view below).

It is rare in this world to have the opportunity to meet a group of peers and to learn vast amounts in such a short time. The group largely comprised CEOs of upcoming companies, together with a smattering of other interesting parties. This week reconfirmed my belief that small actions and concerted effort can not only make companies grow in a smart, tenacious and non-compromising fashion, but also with a view of the wider picture in mind. We all have such a social responsibility that growth must be accompanied by contribution to those less fortunate.

Lauren shared a quotation with us:

“There are those who enter the world in such poverty that they are deprived of both the means and the motivation to improve their lot. Unless they can be touched with the spark which ignites the spirit of individual enterprise and determination, they will only sink into apathy, degradation and despair. It is for us, who are more fortunate, to provide that spark.”

Feeling rather humble and drawn to action…