„I founded Build & Grow e.V. as a result of my personal life experiences as a business professional in one of the largest global consulting firms.
During my time as a business consultant in Germany, I more and more realized how fortunate and privileged I am. This impression became even clearer as I was engaging in several social projects around the world in the poorest nations.
When going to bed one night during a mission trip to Romania, I thought about all the poor children I had seen before. They would still lie on the floor in freezing temperatures without a roof over their heads. This picture stayed in my mind. I thought if only every fortunate business professional gave a little bit back, then nobody would need to sleep on the floor.
Soon thereafter, I was asked by a good friend to join home builds for poor families in Latin America together with other active or former professional athletes. I was truly amazed by the huge impact one team could make only within 3 days. This life changing experience was the initial spark for me. I wanted my colleagues and other business people to experience the same in Europe.
I was shocked how devastating the housing situation in Moldova and Romania is. It really touched me. That’s why I decided to start there. I cannot wait to see more (business) people getting involved and lives being changed.“