Throughout history, across cultures and continents, one common thread has remained steadfast: the desire within individuals to make a difference. There is a longing to contribute to society while creating a meaningful and lasting impact.

While the yearning is inherent, the barriers to making an impact can be significant and leave one feeling powerless and overwhelmed.

Throughout his career, Bill has acted on his desire to make a difference and along the way gained perspective and developed the tools to help others achieve this goal.

Bill shares his story, meaningful insight into the process, and reveals the tools that will encourage your audience to act.

• Perspective - There is always more than one way to look at things, from overcoming roadblocks and achieving goals.
  
  
• Purpose - It's not about achieving a goal, it's about why you care to get involved.
  
  
• Passion - Your determination will inspire others to help you reach your goal.

Artists have a unique ability to perceive the world through a different lens. William Mangum has literally traveled the world, but it is his home state that he celebrates like no other.

From the mountains to the coast and with four distinct seasons, Bill regards his home state as an artist's paradise. Heralded as North Carolina's premier landscape artist, he shares his inspiration in capturing the state's icons as well as its hidden gems.

Based on his eighth coffee table book "North Carolina Beautiful," Bill takes you on a magnificent artistic journey across the state. And, along the way he highlights preservation agencies that are working to ensure these locales are protected for years to come.

• Explore the wonders of the Old North State.
  
  
• Celebrate the beauty and splendor it holds.
  
  
• Protect these treasures for all future generations.