Devin Thorpe

Biography

Devin D. Thorpe brings a broad perspective to financial planning, having owned and operated an investment-banking firm, which included an investment advisory business, a mortgage brokerage and having served in a variety of corporate finance positions.

Presently, Devin serves as a business professor at South China University of Technology in Guangzhou, China on behalf of Brigham Young University’s Kennedy Center China Teachers program. Previously, he served as the Chief Financial Officer for the multinational company MonaVie, listed in Inc. Magazine’s 2009 Inc. 500 as the 18th fastest growing company in America and, at $834 million in revenue, the third largest company on the list. Prior experience includes two years working on the staff of the U.S. Senate Banking Committee during Utah Senator Jake Garn’s tenure. He also served briefly in Utah State Government, working at USTAR under Governor Jon Huntsman.

He earned an MBA with focus in Finance and Accounting from Cornell University’s Johnson Graduate School of Management. He completed his undergraduate degree in finance at the University of Utah, where he later worked as an adjunct professor of finance. In 2006, Devin was recognized by the David Eccles School of Business at the University of Utah as a Distinguished Alum.

Books

Superpowers for Good: The Skills You Can Master to Leave Your Mark on the World
Price: Free! Words: 65,170. Language: English. Published: September 6, 2021 . Categories: Nonfiction » Biography » Biographical anthologies, Nonfiction » Business & Economics » Non-profit business
Author Devin Thorpe asked Bill Gates and hundreds of other guests on his podcast, "What is your superpower?" Their inspiring answers, along with profiles highlighting their social impact and insights into how you can emulate them, comprise Superpowers for Good.
The Art of Significant Relationships
Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 64,490. Language: English. Published: August 9, 2016 . Categories: Nonfiction » Self-improvement » Personal Growth / Success
(5.00 from 1 review)
This anthology was created by the National Speakers Association Mountain West Chapter on behalf of the authors in this book. A unique collection of seventeen essays on how love influences life, work and relationship management. A must read for everyone who desires to make her/his life more meaningful and achieve that illusive level beyond success called 'significance.'
Don't Just Build a Network, Build a Movement
Price: Free! Words: 64,490. Language: English. Published: August 2, 2016 . Categories: Nonfiction » Business & Economics » Sales & selling / management
This anthology was created by the National Speakers Association Mountain West Chapter on behalf of the authors in this book. Only members of the chapter who met the rigorous standards for membership in the National Speakers Association were invited to participate.
Adding Profit by Adding Purpose: The CFO's CSR Handbook
Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 22,690. Language: English. Published: May 18, 2016 . Categories: Nonfiction » Business & Economics » Business ethics
Adding Profit by Adding Purpose: The CFO's CSR Handbook makes a compelling case that effective corporate social responsibility programs can increase profit and provides three clear models for implementation.
Crowdfunding for Social Good, Financing Your Mark on the World
Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 34,850. Language: English. Published: August 19, 2013 . Categories: Nonfiction » Business & Economics » Non-profit business, Nonfiction » Business & Economics » Small business & entrepreneurship
Crowdfunding for Social Good is both practical and inspiring, featuring the stories of real people who have successfully raised big money using crowdfunding and practical advice to help you do the same. Crowdfunding is the newest way for nonprofits and social entrepreneurs to raise money for their causes, projects and companies. Read it to learn how to get your share for changing the world!
925 Ideas to Help You Save Money, Get Out of Debt and Retire A Millionaire So You Can Leave Your Mark on the World
Price: Free! Words: 89,860. Language: English. Published: November 17, 2012 . Categories: Nonfiction » Self-improvement » Personal Growth / Success, Nonfiction » Business & Economics » Personal finance
(5.00 from 2 reviews)
925 Ideas... is an easy and readable guide to help your family find financial peace. Author Devin D. Thorpe explains 1) how you and your spouse can find agreement on money matters, 2) how to teach your kids about money, 3) how to pay for your children's college education, 4) how to retire a millionaire (really!) 5) how to use your finances to do more good in the world.
Your Mark on the World, Stories of Service That Show Us How to Give More with a Purpose without Giving up What's Most Important
Price: Free! Words: 55,210. Language: English. Published: August 1, 2012 . Categories: Nonfiction » Social Science » Philanthropy & Charity, Nonfiction » Business & Economics » Personal success
(5.00 from 2 reviews)
Your Mark On The World combines inspiring stories of ordinary people doing remarkable things to make the world a better place with practical advice to empower you to give more to a cause (charity, non-profit or social venture) without giving up a career or family.
Building Wealth for Building the Kingdom: A Financial Planning Guide for Latter-day Saint Families
Price: Free! Words: 40,680. Language: English. Published: February 20, 2012 . Categories: Nonfiction » Religion & Spirituality » Mormonism, Nonfiction » Business & Economics » Personal finance
(4.00 from 1 review)
Building Wealth for Building the Kingdom is a simple, practical guide to help LDS families organize their personal financial plans to meet their unique goals. The book provides simple answers to questions like how much should I be saving each month for my son's mission? Mormon families will appreciate the gospel-centered, scripture-based focus on putting tithing at the center of a financial plan.