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The bliss summit

Objective


The BLISS Summit is an annual platform in Costa Rica where global democracy and freedom advocates convene to collaborate on innovative projects. By merging capital with innovation, BLISS catalyzes positive change through programs focused on freedom, entrepreneurship, sustainability and education



The bliss summit

To position Bliss as the premier event on democracy and freedom in Latin America, connecting global leaders and influencers


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WHY?


In a world where the future of democracy hangs in the balance, the BLISS Summit shines as a beacon of hope amidst a stark funding crisis. Shockingly, a mere 1% of U.S. philanthropic giving is directed towards democracy and freedom promotion, leaving countless innovative projects starved for resources. This stark reality underscores the urgency and necessity of BLISS, a platform that bridges the gap between visionary ideas and the capital needed to bring them to life. By fostering collaboration and amplifying the impact of every invested dollar, BLISS empowers democracy advocates to create lasting change. It’s more than a summit; it's a lifeline for democracy, a testament to the power of collective action, and a vital force in the fight for a more just and freer world.


BLISS MAKERS NETWORK


The Bliss Makers are a network of freedom advocates, philanthropists, family offices, intellectuals, artists, change makers, entrepeneurs, academics and freedom fighters committed to contributing to the ecosystem by investing their time, money and energy into projects that protect democracy and freedom.

WHY?


In a world where the future of democracy hangs in the balance, the BLISS Summit shines as a beacon of hope amidst a stark funding crisis. Shockingly, a mere 1% of U.S. philanthropic giving is directed towards democracy and freedom promotion, leaving countless innovative projects starved for resources. This stark reality underscores the urgency and necessity of BLISS, a platform that bridges the gap between visionary ideas and the capital needed to bring them to life. By fostering collaboration and amplifying the impact of every invested dollar, BLISS empowers democracy advocates to create lasting change. It’s more than a summit; it's a lifeline for democracy, a testament to the power of collective action, and a vital force in the fight for a more just and freer world.


BLISS MAKERS NETWORK


The Bliss Makers are a network of freedom advocates, philanthropists, family offices, intellectuals, artists, change makers, entrepeneurs, academics and freedom fighters committed to contributing to the ecosystem by investing their time, money and energy into projects that protect democracy and freedom.

Ross Stevens

Founder and CEO, Stone Ridge Holdings Group

Carlos Vives

Latin American Grammys Person of the Year and Founder, Tras La Perla

Yulia Navalnaya

Russian Democracy Advocate and Chair, The Human Rights Foundation

Esther Perel

Psychotherapist, Author, and Expert in Relationships and Relational Intelligence

Tanele Maseko

Swazi human rights activist and CEO, The Thulani Maseko Foundation

Leopoldo Lopez

General Secretary, World Liberty Congress

ENES KANTER Freedom

NBA player, human rights activist and founder, The Abrahamic Athletic Academy

Paul Rusesabagina

Rwandan Freedom and Democracy Activist

Evan Mawarire

Zimbabwean civil rights activist and movement builder, Pastor and leader, #ThisFlag Citizens movement

Nataliya T. Melnyk

Economic freedom and education advocate and Executive Director, Bendukidze Free Market Center (Ukraine).

Soumitra Dutta

Peter Moores Dean and Professor of Management Saïd Business School, University of Oxford

Rachel Rield

Director, Center on Global Democracy & Professor, Cornell University

Dr. Alberto Trejos

Former Minister of Foreign Trade, Costa Rica. Professor of Economics, INCAE Business School

Keren Yarhi-Milo

Dean, School of International and Public Affair, Columbia University

Dr. Tina Nabatchi

Joseph A. Strasser Professor of Public Administration and International Affairs, Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs, Syracuse University

IVAN Duque Márquez

President of the Republic of Colombia (2018-2022)

Laura Chinchilla

President of the Republic of Costa Rica (2010-2014)

Jeff Booth

Author and General Partner, EgoDeath Capital

Damon Wilson

President and CEO, The National Endowment for Democracy

Daniel Twining

President, International Republican Institute

Thor Halvorssen

CEO, The Human Rights Foundation

Celine Boustani

President, The Human Rights Foundation

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