In January of 2014, Sam electrified the world in a New York Times OpEd that appeared on the cover of The Sunday Review, and since then has appeared on hundreds of media outlets including The Today Show, Morning Joe, Tavis Smiley, NPR, CNN. His book about his experiences was published by Scribner in July, 2016. He is a sought-after speaker for foundations, colleges, and other organizations. Bring Sam's inspiring story of redefining success and walking your own path to your organization. Sam Polk is a former hedge fund trader, the author of the book For the Love of Money, co-founder and CEO of Everytable, a social enterprise that sells fresh, delicious meals at prices everyone can afford, and the founder and Executive Director of Groceryships, a nonprofit that helps low-income families struggling with food-related illnesses like obesity and diabetes.

By age 30, Sam was a senior trader for one of the largest hedge funds in the world, earning multiple millions of dollars per year. But instead of continuing down the road to unlimited wealth, Sam chose to walk a different path. He left Wall Street and founded a non-profit called Groceryships, which helps low income families struggling with obesity. In January 2014, Sam electrified the world in a New York Time Op Ed that appeared on the cover of The Sunday Review, and since then has appeared on hundreds of media outlets including The Today Show, Morning Joe, Tavis Smiley, NPR, and CNN.

His books about his experiences was published by Scribner in 2015. For The Love of Money is about his awakening to a new definition of success, one that includes an intentional contribution to the world. His messaging focuses on understanding that fulfillment comes from doing work one cares about, that improves the world, and helps people who need it.

He graduated from Columbia University in 2002 with a BA in English and held the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation. His writing has been published in The New York Times, The Los Angeles Times, the Huffington Post, and CNBC.com. He speaks regularly at jails and juvenile detention centers about recovering from addiction, and is passionate about helping children.