A lifetime of experience in teaching, government service and entrepreneurial work in business brought him to Vancouver, Canada, where he now makes his home. As well as being President of Creative Learning International, Desmond is Chairman of the International Foundation of Learning and co-founder of the Institute for Ethical Leadership and the Visioneers International Network. All of these organizations are committed to acting to raise the quality of human interaction towards peace and sustainability. Desmond is the author of several books, including "The Visioneers: A Courage Story about Belief in the Future," which is the inspiration for the Visioneers International Network Web of Good Work.