By Michael Ross, an EO Orange County member, founder of Altitude 7 Group and the 2012 EO Global Citizen of the Year

Every day, members around the world are making a mark in their communities by leveraging their talents, time and resources. One member making a global impact is EO Orange County’s Michael Ross, the first recipient of the EO Global Citizen of the Year Award. Michael has supported several philanthropic ventures, including financial assistance for orphanages in Latin America and the coordination of a conference on HIV/Aids education in Panama. In this interview, Michael talks about the power of philanthropy and the role engagement plays when giving back.