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Michael Graziano

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Michael Graziano
Born
Bridgeport, Connecticut, U.S.

Michael Graziano[1] is a travel content creator. Known for setting the record as the youngest Canadian and American male to visit all 193 UN nations, he completed this incredible feat in February 2020, just before the Covid-19 pandemic. Michael documented his six-year journey through a popular web series on the Discovery Channel Digital Network called Global Degree, which garnered over 100 million views and boasts over six million Instagram followers. In 2021, he founded Mindful Media, The company merged with Monopolize to form Mindful Agency in 2022. An active philanthropist, Michael supports Pencils of Promise, Orangutan Foundation, and Salvation Army. He is also a TEDx Oxford speaker. At 35 years old, Michael resides in Vancouver, Canada, and continues to inspire others with his adventurous spirit and commitment to global understanding.[2][3][4]

Early Life and Education

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Michael Graziano was born in 1989 in Bridgeport, Connecticut. From a young age, he exhibited a keen interest in travel and exploration, which later shaped his career and personal achievements.[5]

Awards and Recognitions

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  • Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year Award 2022[6]
  • Global Entrepreneur Award (World Entrepreneurship Forum) 2018[7]
  • Entrepreneur of the Year Award (Global Business Outlook) 2018[8]
  • International Business Awards (IBA) - Entrepreneur of the Year 2018[9][10]
  • Red Herring Top 100 Global Award 2022[11]
  • Young Entrepreneur Award (Global Youth Entrepreneur Awards) 2022[12]
  • Global Startup Awards (Founder of the Year) 2023

References

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  1. ↑ Gorce, Tammy La (2021-07-23). "She Heard His Voice and Found Her Soul Mate". The New York Times. ISSN 0362-4331. Retrieved 2024-07-20.
  2. ↑ Asquith, James. "Michael Graziano Becomes The Youngest Canadian To Visit Every Country In The World". Forbes. Retrieved 2024-07-20.
  3. ↑ Graziano, Michael. "Michael Graziano - Author Biography". Entrepreneur. Retrieved 2024-07-20.
  4. ↑ Mawhinney, Marc (2023-06-19). "NBC 822: Michael Graziano: How to Get Your BIG Idea Out into the Marketplace". Natural Born Coaches. Retrieved 2024-07-20.
  5. ↑ Jones, Peter (2022-09-15). "Will You Be A One-Hit-Wonder? Not On Michael Graziano's Watch". CelebMix. Retrieved 2024-07-20.
  6. ↑ "Media Man, Michael Graziano, Is Revolutionising The Way People Build Their Personal Brands". www.gq.co.za. Retrieved 2024-07-20.
  7. ↑ "Mike Graziano, Youngest Canadian To Travel To Every Country, Launches Ultra Successful PR Agency In Just 3 Months". Yahoo Finance. 2020-12-28. Retrieved 2024-07-20.
  8. ↑ https://www.laweekly.com/founder-michael-graziano-is-breaking-all-boundaries-with-his-thriving-two-year-young-leading-firm-mindful-media-pr/
  9. ↑ "Michael Graziano". Closer To Truth. Retrieved 2024-07-20.
  10. ↑ Asquith, James. "Michael Graziano Becomes The Youngest Canadian To Visit Every Country In The World". Forbes. Retrieved 2024-07-20.
  11. ↑ "Whether He's Traveling The World or Creating a Media Empire, Michael Graziano Always Stays Ahead of the Curve". Grazia USA. 2022-01-06. Retrieved 2024-07-20.
  12. ↑ Mawhinney, Marc (2023-06-19). "NBC 822: Michael Graziano: How to Get Your BIG Idea Out into the Marketplace". Natural Born Coaches. Retrieved 2024-07-20.
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