Dave Eggers
Pulitzer Prize Finalist | Literary Innovator Transforming Publishing & Philanthropy
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Dave Eggers has reshaped contemporary American literature through groundbreaking writing and entrepreneurial creativity. His debut memoir, 'A Heartbreaking Work of Staggering Genius', became a Pulitzer Prize finalist in 2000 and established him as a pioneering literary voice.
Beyond his acclaimed work for renowned publications, Eggers founded multiple influential companies that have transformed the publishing and nonprofit sectors. His keynotes offer audiences a unique perspective on merging artistic expression with social impact and business innovation.
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My wish: Once Upon a School
Accepting his 2008 TED Prize, author Dave Eggers asks the TED community to personally, creatively engage with local public schools. With spellbinding eagerness, he talks about how his 826 Valencia tutoring center inspired others around the world to open
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