Dennis is the founder and CEO of 360° Nation, a multifaceted media enterprise promoting global positivity. In collaboration with his wife Ali, who serves as Chief Inspiration Officer, Dennis oversees several successful ventures; BizCatalyst 360°–an award-winning global media platform; 360° Nation Studios –producer of uplifting content and events, and; GoodWorks 360° –a pro bono consulting service for nonprofit organizations worldwide.
For over a decade, Dennis and Ali have pursued a mission to illuminate the finest aspects of humanity and leverage their resources to effect daily positive change worldwide. Their operational philosophy emphasizes presence, compassionate service, and the allocation of time, talents, and resources for societal benefit rather than solely for profit. As a contributing author to multiple best-selling books, Dennis is committed to fostering transformational change and promoting holistic wellness.
Dennis and Ali strive to exemplify responsible stewardship while influencing and showcasing humanity's highest potential. Their work reflects a dedication to ethical business practices, community engagement, and the belief that media can be a powerful force for good in the world.
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Love is not a sprint to passion, but a patient waltz through time – each step, each gesture, each quiet moment adding another thread to the tapestry of connection. –Sarah ChenThe most profound l…
Love is not a sprint…
Love is not a sprint to passion, but a patient waltz through time – each step, each gesture, each quiet moment adding another thread to the tapestry of connection. –Sarah ChenThe most profound love stories aren’t written in grand gestures or fairy-tale moments but in the gentle rhythm of everyday life. Like a garden that requires constant tending, meaningful Relationships flourish through consistent care, mindful presence, and unwavering dedication. It’s in the steam rising from a coffee cup delivered bedside each morning, in the knowing glance across a crowded room, in the silent sq…
The greatest gift you can give yourself is the gift of possibility. –Maya AngelouAs we begin a new year, the air is thick with potential. While many focus on traditional resolutions that often fad…
The greatest gift yo…
The greatest gift you can give yourself is the gift of possibility. –Maya AngelouAs we begin a new year, the air is thick with potential. While many focus on traditional resolutions that often fade by February, I invite you to consider a different approach: giving yourself meaningful gifts that will fundamentally transform your daily experience. First, give yourself the gift of time. Not more hours in the day—that’s beyond our power—but rather, the permission to spend your time intentionally. Start saying “no” to obligations that drain you and “yes” to moments that fill your …
Maybe the journey isn’t so much about becoming anything. Maybe it’s about un-becoming everything that isn’t really you, so you can be who you were meant to be in the first place. – Unknown…
Maybe the journey is…
Maybe the journey isn’t so much about becoming anything. Maybe it’s about un-becoming everything that isn’t really you, so you can be who you were meant to be in the first place. – UnknownForty days. Five hundred miles. One million, three hundred thousand footsteps echoing across ancient stones. We emerged transformed, our spirits awakened to life’s true purpose. The path became a mirror, reflecting our authentic selves and our place in the vast tapestry of existence. In the end, we realized that the Camino wasn’t just a journey across Spain, but a pilgrimage through the land…
Yesterday I was clever, so I wanted to change the world. Today I am wise, so I am changing myself. ~RumiIn the sacred pause between what was and what will be, as one year gently yields to another, w…
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Yesterday I was clever, so I wanted to change the world. Today I am wise, so I am changing myself. ~RumiIn the sacred pause between what was and what will be, as one year gently yields to another, we find ourselves at a crossroads of infinite possibility. This transition isn’t merely a turn of the calendar—it’s an invitation to venture deeper into the landscape of our own Consciousness, to question not just our goals, but the very foundations of who we believe ourselves to be. First, ask yourself: “What wounds am I ready to heal, and what Wisdom have they offered?” Beneath our scar…
No act of kindness, no matter how small, is ever wasted. — AesopIn a world that often feels disconnected and impersonal, a simple act of vulnerability can spark a chain reaction of compassion tha…
No act of kindness, …
No act of kindness, no matter how small, is ever wasted. — AesopIn a world that often feels disconnected and impersonal, a simple act of vulnerability can spark a chain reaction of compassion that reminds us of our shared humanity. This is the story of Emma, a young girl whose heartfelt cry for connection touched the hearts of an entire community and teaches us all a valuable lesson about the power of empathy and reaching out. Emma’s story begins with a poignant message, scrawled on a piece of wood and left in a local park: “To be honest, I’m sad. Nobody ever wants to hang out with …
Just remember, the true spirit of Christmas lies in your heart. –The Polar ExpressThere’s a profound truth that lives in the heart of every holiday season: Santa Claus isn’t just a figure who …
Just remember, the t…
Just remember, the true spirit of Christmas lies in your heart. –The Polar ExpressThere’s a profound truth that lives in the heart of every holiday season: Santa Claus isn’t just a figure who travels the world on Christmas Eve – he’s a spirit that dwells within each of us, waiting to be awakened. Think about what Santa truly represents: pure, unconditional giving. He doesn’t keep score or expect anything in return. A simple cookie and glass of milk might await him, but that’s never why he comes. He gives simply for the joy of bringing happiness to others. His gifts aren’t jus…
The world is very beautiful and very wonderful. Life can be very easy when love is your way of life. —Don Miguel RuizWhat if someone told you that four simple agreements could radically transform …
The world is very be…
The world is very beautiful and very wonderful. Life can be very easy when love is your way of life. —Don Miguel RuizWhat if someone told you that four simple agreements could radically transform your life in a world filled with constant pressure, endless expectations, and relentless self-judgment? These ancient Toltec principles, brought to modern awareness through Don Miguel Ruiz’s wisdom, offer a powerful framework for personal freedom and authentic living. At our core, we humans share a universal yearning for connection, understanding, and inner peace. Yet somewhere along our journey…
In a world increasingly driven by efficiency and time constraints, even the most heartfelt goodbyes can be subject to regulation. Dunedin Airport in New Zealand has recently implemented a three-minute…
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In a world increasingly driven by efficiency and time constraints, even the most heartfelt goodbyes can be subject to regulation. Dunedin Airport in New Zealand has recently implemented a three-minute limit on hugs in its drop-off zone. While the intention may be to streamline traffic flow, this rule has sparked a global conversation about the delicate balance between practicality and human connection.A hug, a simple act of physical affection, can convey a myriad of emotions – love, support, comfort, and farewell. It’s a nonverbal language that transcends cultural barriers and linguistic…
The most dangerous weapon in the world is a system that convinces good people they are already making a difference. —Anonymous ProvocateurOur previous exploration of performative activism (below) …
The most dangerous w…
The most dangerous weapon in the world is a system that convinces good people they are already making a difference. —Anonymous ProvocateurOur previous exploration of performative activism (below) revealed a systemic disease of hollow rhetoric and calculated compassion. We exposed the theater of change where organizations and influencers perform empathy without substantive action. Now, we pivot from diagnosis to prescription—transforming critique into a definitive action plan specific to the nonprofit sector, emphasizing right upfront that passivity perpetuates the problem. Hollow Promise…
The road to hell is paved with good intentions and decorated with empty promises. ~ Ancient Proverb In 1984, a fast-food chain’s television commercial featured an elderly woman demanding “Where’…
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The road to hell is paved with good intentions and decorated with empty promises. ~ Ancient Proverb In 1984, a fast-food chain’s television commercial featured an elderly woman demanding “Where’s the beef?” while staring disappointedly at a tiny hamburger patty dwarfed by an enormous bun. The phrase quickly transcended its origins to become a cultural catchphrase challenging the substance behind any grandiose presentation. Today, as we examine the gap between proclaimed social responsibility and actual impact, that question resonates more powerfully than ever: beneath the impressive bu…
Our ongoing series of Studio 360° “fireside chats” brings you face-to-face with some of the most intriguing human beings on the planet. We get to the essence of who they are and what matters mo…
Our ongoing series o…
Our ongoing series of Studio 360° “fireside chats” brings you face-to-face with some of the most intriguing human beings on the planet. We get to the essence of who they are and what matters most with our probing, unrehearsed questions coupled with the same from our Studio audience. Which brings us to our recent chat with Melissa Hughes. Melissa is a neuroscience geek, keynote speaker, and author. Her latest book, Happier Hour with Einstein: Another Round explores fascinating research about how the brain works and how to make it work better for greater happiness, well-being, and succes…
Love is the bridge between you and everything. —RumiIn a world that often feels fractured and cold, one force remains eternally powerful yet increasingly overlooked – love. Not just romantic lo…
Love is the bridge b…
Love is the bridge between you and everything. —RumiIn a world that often feels fractured and cold, one force remains eternally powerful yet increasingly overlooked – love. Not just romantic love, but the profound, transformative love that connects humans at their deepest level, heals wounds, bridges divides, and lights the darkest corners of our existence. As we navigate through unprecedented global challenges, could love be the answer we’ve been seeking all along? Love, in its purest form, has always been humanity’s greatest strength. It’s what moves parents to sacrifice everyth…
While waiting for a train at a station in Atlanta, Georgia, a young man wearing dress pants and a button-down shirt sat on a bench. As he struggled with his tie, an older woman encouraged her husband …
While waiting for a …
While waiting for a train at a station in Atlanta, Georgia, a young man wearing dress pants and a button-down shirt sat on a bench. As he struggled with his tie, an older woman encouraged her husband to help. When the elderly man hunched over and began teaching the young man how to knot the tie, a stranger took a photo of the trio. When this photo went viral online, many viewers left comments about the power of random acts of kindness.In a world filled with darkness, let us be the light.Imagine a news cycle where headlines are filled not with tragedy, but with triumph. A world where storie…
Our ongoing series of Studio 360° “fireside chats” brings you face-to-face with some of the most intriguing human beings on the planet. We get to the essence of who they are and what matters m…
Our ongoing series o…
Our ongoing series of Studio 360° “fireside chats” brings you face-to-face with some of the most intriguing human beings on the planet. We get to the essence of who they are and what matters most with our probing, unrehearsed questions coupled with the same from our Studio audience. Which brings us to our recent chat with Tony. In a thirty-plus career spent working with some of the world’s leading artists, David Bowie, The Police, U2, Whitney Houston, Depeche Mode, REM, and Peter Gabriel to name but a few, Tony earned an irrefutable reputation running one of the UK’s foremost promo…
Our ongoing series of Studio 360° “fireside chats” brings you face-to-face with some of the most intriguing human beings on the planet. We get to the essence of who they are and what matters m…
Our ongoing series o…
Our ongoing series of Studio 360° “fireside chats” brings you face-to-face with some of the most intriguing human beings on the planet. We get to the essence of who they are and what matters most with our probing, unrehearsed questions coupled with the same from our Studio audience. Which brings us to our recent chat with Tony. In a thirty-plus career spent working with some of the world’s leading artists, David Bowie, The Police, U2, Whitney Houston, Depeche Mode, REM, and Peter Gabriel to name but a few, Tony earned an irrefutable reputation running one of the UK’s foremost promo…
The moment you doubt whether you can fly, you cease forever to be able to do it. ―J.M. Barrie, Peter Pan Remember when dandelions were magical wish-makers, not weeds? When cardboard boxes transforme…
The moment you doubt…
The moment you doubt whether you can fly, you cease forever to be able to do it. ―J.M. Barrie, Peter Pan Remember when dandelions were magical wish-makers, not weeds? When cardboard boxes transformed into spaceships and blanket forts held infinite possibilities? Somewhere between mortgage payments and Monday meetings, we misplaced our ability to see wonder in the ordinary. My wife Ali and I rediscovered our wonder on the Camino de Santiago (see more about our transformational pilgrimage below) not long ago, as we spent countless hours walking amongst glorious nature, paying close attention t…
The measure of our humanity is not found in the heights we achieve alone, but in how many hands we extend to others along the way. —Leonard PeltierLet us traverse the winding trail toward humanit…
The measure of our h…
The measure of our humanity is not found in the heights we achieve alone, but in how many hands we extend to others along the way. —Leonard PeltierLet us traverse the winding trail toward humanity together. Though we’ve faltered and strayed at times, our spirit remains unbroken. Standing atop each conquered mountain, we see an endless range of challenges stretching to the horizon. In this precious moment, we catch our breath and gaze upon the breathtaking panorama of our achievements, marveling at the distance traversed. Yet we dare not linger here – our newfound understanding of huma…
Our ongoing series of Studio 360° “fireside chats” brings you face-to-face with some of the most intriguing human beings on the planet. We get to the essence of who they are and what matters most…
Our ongoing series o…
Our ongoing series of Studio 360° “fireside chats” brings you face-to-face with some of the most intriguing human beings on the planet. We get to the essence of who they are and what matters most with our probing, unrehearsed questions coupled with the same from our Studio audience. Which brings us to our recent chat with Mark O’Brien. Most people think of Mark as a writer. He thinks of himself as a storyteller. Why wouldn’t he? He’s our resident gregarious Irishman. While he has innumerable stories of his own to tell, helping other people — and their companies — tell their stor…