Shane Feldman

Shane Feldman founded Count Me In in 2008, an initiative that rapidly grew into the world’s largest youth-run organization. Under his leadership, Count Me In impacted over 10 million youth across more than 100 countries, initiating over 30,000 projects worldwide. These efforts contributed over $2.6 billion to the global economy through immersive and practical student leadership training and community-building programs. Feldman’s early work garnered significant recognition, including being named one of Canada’s ‘Top 20 Under 20’ by the Orders of Canada in 2013.

As a sought-after media personality, Feldman appeared on A&E’s docuseries ‘Undercover High,’ where he went undercover as a high school student to examine the inner workings of American public high schools. Beyond his foundational work with Count Me In, Feldman has served as a strategic consultant for major organizations, including Microsoft, Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA), GEAR UP, the International Student Leadership Conference, and Pencils of Promise. Today, Feldman is an internationally recognized motivational speaker, captivating corporate and educational audiences with his insights into community building and leadership. He regularly shares his expertise on the power of positivity and human potential, encouraging organizations to foster inclusive cultures of connection and empowering individuals to recognize their inherent value.

His journey from founding a globally impactful organization to becoming a leading voice in youth development solidifies his position as a dynamic social entrepreneur and inspiring thought leader.