Business Connect

During the last week of September, I began interning for Business Connect, which branches out as two organizations, Business Connect and Connect for Water. Founded in 2010 by Lou Havemen, they are “committed to providing citizens living in developing countries with affordable and easy access to essential resources, such as water and light, to strengthen education, health and economic growth opportunities within the communities it serves.” 

Business Connect

Business Connect is a low-profit, limited liability corporation (LC3) and has an international audience. Their mission is “to provide citizens living in the
global south with affordable and easy access to clean water, through the creation of a sustainable local business model.” The people at Business Connect collaborate internationally to provide water treatment products for sale. In doing so, people in the global south will have a business that generates an income and simultaneously provide locals with clean water. Having clean water in these regions is essential to prevent sickness.

Connect for Water

Connect for water is a non-profit organization with an audience in the US and Canada. Their mission is to spread national awareness of the global water crisis and provide opportunities to donate through water sponsorship, Angel Alliance Fund, and Championed Projects.

Below you will see a map with all the countries Business Connect has not only impacted but partnered with in hopes to see a personal and economic impact on a global scale.

Graphic Design Intern Responsibilities

As a graphic design intern at Business Connect, I was responsible for designing graphics for digital marketing campaigns for water filtration systems and hygiene products. Support international distributors with marketing materials. Design web advertisements and “plus” content on products. Collaborate with team members and other interns. I also attend virtual meetings with the Communications Director and with the Business Connect team.