Victor Strecher
About Victor Strecher
Vic Strecher: Founder and Chief Purpose Officer
Vic Strecher serves as the Founder and Chief Purpose Officer. With a PhD and an MPH, his career has been deeply rooted in advancing public health and personal well-being. His work primarily focuses on the intersection of purpose in life and health. Strecher has significantly impacted the field through his entrepreneurial ventures and academic contributions.
Education and Expertise of Vic Strecher
Vic Strecher holds both a PhD and an MPH, evidencing his extensive educational background in public health. His expertise lies in digital health solutions and the profound impact of purpose on overall well-being. As a Professor of Public Health and Director for Innovation and Social Entrepreneurship at the University of Michigan, Strecher leverages his academic background to influence both educational and entrepreneurial landscapes.
Health Media: Pioneering Digital Health Coaching
In 1998, Vic Strecher founded Health Media, a pioneering venture in Web-based digital health coaching. This initiative marked a significant shift in how health coaching was delivered, making it more accessible and personalized through digital means. Health Media has been instrumental in setting the stage for subsequent innovations in digital health.
Keynote Presentations on Purpose in Life
Since January 2014, Vic Strecher has delivered keynote presentations on the role of purpose in life to over 1,500 organizations. His talks focus on the significant impact that having a sense of purpose can have on mental and physical health, emphasizing practical strategies for integrating purpose into daily life.
Kumanu: Shifting Paradigms in Purpose and Well-being
Vic Strecher launched Kumanu to revolutionize how individuals engage with purpose, meaning, and well-being. Kumanu represents a major paradigm shift, offering innovative ways for people to connect with their core values and pursue meaningful lives. The platform leverages Strecher's extensive research and practical knowledge in health and well-being.
Publications by Vic Strecher
Vic Strecher has authored several books, including 'Life On Purpose' and 'On Purpose: Lessons In Life and Health From The Frog, The Dung Beetle, and Julia'. These publications delve into the themes of living a purposeful life and provide insights into how purpose can enhance health and well-being. Strecher's books are read widely and add to his authoritative voice in the field.