HEY there!
I’M CARMICHAEL!
I am more than a runner – I'm a boundary-breaker, a giver, and an eternal learner. Consider me your guide to a life less ordinary. Ever heard the saying, 'Don’t just make a living, make a story'? Well, that's my mantra.
Walk (or run) alongside me in this adventure called life. Together, let's rewrite the script, live everywhere, and craft each day into a masterpiece.
A MODERN-DAY
RENAISSANCE MAN
ON THE RUN
Carmichael is a nomadic American entrepreneur, philanthropist, and endurance athlete blazing trails across six continents and 50+ countries in some of the most inspirational athletic achievements and selfless acts of service. His non-stop itinerary sparked a passion for running to sustainably experience the thrilling sights of the world while striving for new fitness heights. Embodying a winners mindset akin to even the most inspirational athletes, he shed over 50 pounds while motivating others to see what they are capable of.
As founder of venture studio Isolated Ventures, Carmichael lives in the express lane, propelling innovation at the intersection of business, wellness, travel, and technology to drive change and grow as a charitable athlete. During the pandemic, his sales consulting agency grew to 30+ employees across South America and Europe empowering companies to increase their visibility and aggressively grow their sales teams while creating new opportunities for individuals in developing economies.
As a charitable athlete and philanthropist, Carmichael leverages his business skills for high-impact philanthropy, which has recently involved studying Swahili to support his efforts building schools, expanding access to clean water, and providing agricultural education in disadvantaged African communities. His evolving nonprofit Sustain helps at-risk communities develop self-sufficiency through sustainable systems, drawing on insights into local challenges and best practices from developing regions globally. Though providing capital, Sustain's core aim is strategic philanthropic investments enabling Carmichael to create lasting change.
Despite beginning his running journey in 2022, Carmichael was soon running his first 1:19 half marathon and sub 3-hour marathon. Training in world-famous hubs in South Africa, Kenya, and the UK, he has set his sights on the 2028 US Olympic Trials and adventure-racing across the planet through triathlons and ultra marathons, acting as an inspirational athletic figure for others.
Other career highlights mirror his pace – securing 3 rapid promotions to become Tyson Foods’ youngest ever Regional Sales Manager by 23. He then founded breakout mentorship platform Menti, entered the prestigious Google Launchpad accelerator, and sold assets to a Swedish company shortly after.
Through perpetually excelling across his simultaneous entrepreneur, philanthropist, and athlete roles at a dizzying pace, Carmichael personifies the relentless "2% rule” catapulting both his adventures and global impact to soaring new heights. Other explosive exploits have included climbing Mount Kilimanjaro, gorilla trekking in Rwanda, and learning Spanish in Colombia and Spain.
INDIA
SPAIN
UNITED KINGDOM
BUDAPEST
SOUTH AFRICA
same clothes,
new country
MY PHILOSOPHY
I live by the principle of "Same clothes, new country." Why? Because life is too short to be confined to one place. I’ve run across borders, breaking through boundaries. After all, if I can run to another country, what really is a border?
running across BOrders.
I LOVE TO RUN
It's not just about the miles; it's about breaking free from limitations. Running taught me that borders are merely lines on a map. If I can run through them, what's stopping you from breaking through your own boundaries? Ready to Break Through Your Limits? Lace Up and Explore Our Resources Now!
giving back with SUSTAIN.
MY NON-PROFIT
Beyond the miles and the borders, there's a deeper mission – giving back. That's where Sustain comes in. It's about making a lasting impact, ensuring the journey isn’t just about personal success but contributing to something greater.
THE ART OF SIPPING.
WHERE COFFEE FUELS MORE THAN ENERGY
I absolutely love coffee – it’s an essential part of my journey. You'll often find me in a café, sipping slowly, mindfully. It's my 2% better strategy – taking sips of goodness to become great. Coffee, for me, is more than a beverage; it's a catalyst for meaningful connections and conversations.
The 2% Club is where I share insights and tips on everything from health, mindset, mantras, travel, and more. It's not just a newsletter; it's an invitation to elevate your Sundays, one sip at a time.