TED Talks Daily How business can drive solutions to social problems | Carlos Rodríguez-Pastor
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Oct 7, 2023 Carlos Rodríguez-Pastor, the visionary founder of Intercorp, is on a mission to transform Peru through impactful business initiatives. He discusses how his company is building schools and healthcare clinics, addressing the pressing challenges in education and health for the growing middle class. Rodríguez-Pastor highlights the power of public-private partnerships, illustrated by a newly constructed bridge after decades of planning. His inspiring belief is that every individual has the potential to drive meaningful change in their community.
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Peru's Education Crisis
- Peruvian public school teachers performed poorly on basic assessments.
- Many low-quality private schools emerged, prioritizing profit over education.
Building an Education System
- Research and learn from experts in the field.
- Design a system that is affordable, excellent, scalable, and sustainable.
Profitability in Education
- Profitability ensures the sustainability and scalability of educational projects.
- This allows expansion and positive impact on national pride.