Alain de Botton (Author, Philosopher, and Founder of the School of Life) takes us along for one of his famous, wide-spanning tour de force, this time on finding meaning in work, consumerism, and how tech innovation may one day become emotionally intelligent.

Founders Pledge Forum 2019 took place at the Conduit in London on June 11th. Bringing together the Founders Pledge community and the voices at the frontier of social change, it explored new visions for the future of philanthropy.

About Alain de Botton:

Alain de Botton is the founder and Chairman of The School of Life. Alain was born in Zurich, Switzerland and now lives in London. He is a writer of essayistic books that have been described as a 'philosophy of everyday life.' He’s written on love, travel, architecture and literature, including the titles 'How Proust Can Change Your Life' and 'The Consolations of Philosophy.' His books have been bestsellers in 30 countries and his latest, titled 'How to Think More About Sex' was published by Pan Macmillian as part of The School of Life's series of self-help guides.

He is the founder of Living Architecture, a social enterprise that asks top architects to build holiday homes for rental around the UK.