Mr. Perl brings business experience and legal and entrepreneurial background to a number of socially responsible businesses and non-profit organizations throughout North America serving as a consultant, advisor and Board member.  A resident of New York City, he has handled diverse negotiations and mediations and has been involved in a number of industries, from investment management to real estate development, from entertainment to management of a major retail company.  He is one of the founders of Social Venture Network and Threshold Foundation, and he has helped start and lead a number of other companies and non-profit organizations.  His current pre-occupation is the creation of a more just and sustainable economy. Richard received his M.B.A., law degree, and B.A. from Columbia University in New York City.