Wyclef is a very inspirational artists who brings diversity to the table with this music and song writing.  Born in Haiti, Wyclef moved to Brooklyn when he was very young.  He used to perform around the neighborhood which led to the creation of the group  The Fugees.  While Wyclef is a musician he is also an advocate for Haiti and the health of the environment.

      He has been a strong supporter of Haitian people for many years even prior to their recent Earthquake.  Wyclef is even going so far as to run for president of Haiti.  Many people contacted Wyclef to make donations for Haiti in their time of crisis.  Considered the "Son of Haiti", Wyclef is part of the history books written for Haitian classrooms, and his music and style are deeply rooted in the culture of these people. 

      Many of Wyclef’s responsibilities are similar to a project manager’s.  I would have to place Wyclef in the category of and accidental project manager.  Although he has always fought for Haiti, it wasn’t until after the earthquake that everyone in Haiti reached out to him.    He was the most successful person they knew so they turned to him for support and leadership.  Wyclef is ultimately responsible for helping restore Haiti to its original state.

     This accidental promotion was actually just a stepping stone for Wyclef to run for president of Haiti in 2010.  Most accidental project managers will decide if they are right for the position.  In this case Wyclef  was perfect for the position.  Haiti is a very poor country so like many project managers Wyclef had to use the resources available to him to succeed.  One thing Wyclef used was his musical expertise to help lift spirits and raise money. One phenomenal characteristic that Wyclef has been able to take on is fundraising.  The Hele Foundation he managed has raised more money than any other foundation to date.  When the earthquake happened Wyclef went above and beyond to raise money for his country.   This is the highlight of Wyclef's project management stint, he really stepped up to help his country in time of need.

     Wyclef didn't just begin with the Haitian crisis he has been a supporter of politics going way back to Clinton where he helped with the campaign.  He was also active in the Obama campaign as well.  Wyclef is a leader and had to step up and be a project leader for his country but he was the perfect person for the position. 

Additional Blogs:

wyclefjean.wordpress.com- this is a blog by Wyclef himselfplan-international.org/about-plan/resources/blogs/haiti-blog

News links

www.globalgrind.com

References

Heerkens,G.  Project Management.  McGraw-Hill, 2010.  

Admin for Global Grind Staff.  Why should Wyclef be President of Haiti?.  Retreived March 26, 2012, from www.globalgrin.com.