What does it take to change the world for the better? Answering this question means looking at the lives of those who are actually putting that idea into practice. And Craig Bouchard is one of the most notable examples of this laudable goal. Craig Bouchard is many things. His academic excellence is obvious for anyone to see. He not only holds a Bachelor’s degree and a Master’s degree in Economics from Illinois State University. Bouchard also has an honorary Doctorate of Science from Illinois State University. On top of all that he also holds an MBA from the University of Chicago. It’s little wonder that Bouchard was also a finalist for the Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year award. Bouchard is changing the world through a number of different avenues. One of these paths has come through the world of literature. Look into the New York Times top Bestsellers and Bouchard will be there. His book, Caterpillar Way. Lessons in Leadership, Growth, and Shareholder Value” rose up on the charts when it was released in October 2013. It rapidly reached #1 on the Barnes & Noble Best Seller List. He’s also helping the world on a very individualistic basis through the support of Duke’s athletics department.
He serves as a member of Duke University’s leadership board of the Department of Athletics. And in this role, he’s able to help students achieve not only a healthy mind but a healthy body as well. Bouchard is also concerned with another type of health. He’s deeply invested in the health of the earth itself. Bouchard has even looked into the nature of minerals and materials as scientists weigh in with their opinions. In particular, Craig Bouchard says that aluminum has a high potential in the future. In his opinion scientists are only starting to test the material’s capabilities. He’s also worked hard to ensure that ecological concerns are noted. This has worked on how he emphasizes green plant designs to eliminate emissions and prevent negative environmental impact. Finally, he’s helping to increase the health of the economy as well. His various projects continue to employ workers. And this in turn encourages growth and health in the areas he’s worked within.