About The Author
About The Author
Wilford Welch, author of In Our Hands: A Handbook for Intergenerational Actions to Solve the Climate Crisis and The Tactics of Hope: How Social Entrepreneurs Are Changing Our World, has spent over five decades exploring the forces shaping our world. As a U.S. diplomat in Asia, economic and business consultant across four continents, and publisher of a global affairs magazine in 26 countries and six languages, Wilford’s work reflects a lifetime of global engagement.
Among notable achievements, this autobiography author developed future planning scenarios for Citibank, Toyota, the U.S. Navy, and the Korean Government. He also led the Wealth of Nations Index research, analyzing 63 variables to measure nations’ economic, technological, and social progress.
Passionate about environmental education, Wilford chaired the boards of NatureBridge Golden Gate campus and the National Outdoor Leadership School (NOLS). In 1994, he led a NOLS support team on Mount Everest, removing 5,000 pounds of waste and introducing the “Leave No Trace” ethic to Everest expeditions.
Wilford Welch, author of "VALUES AND CIRCUMSTANCES ", "In Our Hands" and "The Tactics of Hope"
VALUES AND CIRCUMSTANCES THAT SHAPED A LIFE A WILD JOURNEY
“A Wild Journey” is a powerful memoir by Wilford H. Welch diplomat, educator, and strategist sharing key moments and lessons from his remarkable life. From rural New England to U.S. China diplomacy, war zones to remote villages, Welch weaves personal stories with global events and deep insights, offering readers an inspiring look at what shapes a purposeful and impactful life.
In Our Hands :
A Handbook for Intergenerational Actions to Solve the Climate Crisis
In Our Hands: A Handbook for Intergenerational Actions to Solve the Climate Crisis looks at the individual and collective actions we must take this decade to shape our future and avoid environmental and societal collapse. At this crucial point in time, In Our Hands is more relevant than ever.
The Tactics of Hope:
How Social Entrepreneurs Are Changing Our World
The Tactics of Hope is an inspiring call to action for anyone eager to make a difference in the world. Through the powerful stories of 27 social entrepreneurs, Wilford Welch reveals how ordinary people are solving major global challenges with creativity and courage. From fighting poverty to protecting the planet, these changemakers show what’s possible when vision meets action. This book is both a celebration of real world impact and a roadmap for those ready to turn concern into meaningful change.
Wilford's 27 Day Climb up mt denali
He has also organized major conferences on global healing and sustainability, bringing together leaders from 40 countries.
Wilford holds degrees from Yale (BA), UC Berkeley (JD), and Harvard Business School (PMD). He lives in Sausalito, California.
(Clockwise from top left): Meeting the Dalai Lama; panel with Nobel Laureates Betty Williams and Desmond Tutu; with Hamar tribespeople in Ethiopia; Everest base camp; climbing Denali, Alaska.
NPR AUDIO INTERVIEW OF WILFORD ABOUT HIS 27 DAY CLIMB UP MOUNT DENALI, THE HIGHEST MOUNTAIN IN NORTH AMERICA AND EUROPE
Wilford’s Prior Speaking Engagements
Wilford Welch has spent over five decades exploring global change as a U.S. diplomat, international consultant, educator, and author. He’s advised major organizations like Citibank and the U.S. Navy, led climate focused conferences, and championed environmental efforts from Mount Everest to Denali. With degrees from Yale, UC Berkeley, and Harvard, Wilford continues to inspire action through his books and global work.
Wilford on a Climate one panel, Common wealth Club California