Karel
Janecek

"I understand that I may seem crazy to some because I'm not afraid to go against the system. But everything I do is one hundred percent rational."

- from an interview with Forbes

About

About me

My journey led me from an early fascination with mathematics to building RSJ and achieving global success in financial markets.

Today, I focus most of my energy on projects aimed at transforming society.

I’ve founded six foundations and initiatives – supporting science, education, helping those in need, fighting corruption and fostering civil society. I also invest in projects that bring kids the joy of discovery – like the games Mathesso and Abaku. Today, through the H21 Institute, Znesnáze 21, Archa 21 and the Janeček Foundation, I’m seeking new ways to a more liberated and fair society. Through my new podcast, Talks 21, I’m opening up dialogue on how we can move our society toward more freedom, courage, and meaningful living.

Impact

13

years of systematic work for positive change in society

200+

projects and initiatives supported

777

million CZK donated to support individuals, communities, and systemic change

3864

fundraising campaigns for people and families in difficult life situations

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Podcasts

Are We Looking for Happiness in the Right Place? Darin Olien on What Weakens Us and How to Reclaim Our Inner Strength

We live in an age of extraordinary comfort. Food is within arm's reach, technology answers before we finish asking, and modern life offers a level of convenience previous generations could hardly have imagined. And yet so many people today feel exhausted, distracted, and somehow hollow inside. So are we, in fact, looking for happiness in the right place? For the third episode of the second season of Talks 21, I invited Darin Olien – author of the books SuperLife and Fatal Con

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Academic publications

In this section you will find an overview of my academic publications in the field of mathematics, finance, and innovations in education and public decision-making.

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