Matt Strain

Fotokids serves hundreds of at-risk children in Guatemala affected by poverty and violence by giving them a chance at a better life using photography, graphic design, media technology, and vocational training to develop the soft- and hard-skills necessary to secure jobs. It's a powerful example of how technology and creativity can literally save lives.

Head and assistant soccer coach for boys' and girls’ soccer teams.
+ Management and Leadership: Negotiating with helicopter parents who are certain that their little Chad is the reincarnation of Lionel Messi.
+ Self-control. Pretending to be calm while fifteen semi-feral kids challenge any thread of authority I thought I had.
+ Negotiating that fine line between having fun, teaching a few skills, and maybe winning a game.
Let’s just say, I have tremendous respect for coaches and… Show more

Head and assistant soccer coach for boys' and girls’ soccer teams.
+ Management and Leadership: Negotiating with helicopter parents who are certain that their little Chad is the reincarnation of Lionel Messi.
+ Self-control. Pretending to be calm while fifteen semi-feral kids challenge any thread of authority I thought I had.
+ Negotiating that fine line between having fun, teaching a few skills, and maybe winning a game.
Let’s just say, I have tremendous respect for coaches and teachers. Show less

+ Provided strategic and operational guidance to early-stage, socially responsible businesses
+ Assisted with planning business strategy
+ Identified and connected companies with potential partners and experts
+ Supported the overall mission of Silicon Valley Community Ventures to drive economic and social impact in underserved communities.

+ Co-created and helped run a program to teach refugees living in Hong Kong's Kai Tak Refugee Camp business and computer skills to help them find jobs.
+ Developed and delivered curriculum, including training in business management, computer literacy, and job-seeking skills.
+ I deepened my understanding of the importance of cultural sensitivity (there were North and South Vietnamese housed in the same camp), resilience, and the power of education in providing opportunities for… Show more

+ Co-created and helped run a program to teach refugees living in Hong Kong's Kai Tak Refugee Camp business and computer skills to help them find jobs.
+ Developed and delivered curriculum, including training in business management, computer literacy, and job-seeking skills.
+ I deepened my understanding of the importance of cultural sensitivity (there were North and South Vietnamese housed in the same camp), resilience, and the power of education in providing opportunities for marginalized communities. Show less