New whiz kid on the block, Joseph Ranseth, is poised to turn conventional social media networking on its head. Today, businesses are increasingly adopting social media to create brand recognition, increase sales and promote products and services. Joseph, on the other hand, is showing that social media is not just a marketing tool but something that can be used to raise money, awareness and consciousness worldwide.

Recently Neil Patel, founder of Webidiotz, had an interview with Joseph Ranseth for Webidiotz TV.

Joseph, who is now a social media celebrity of sorts in the United States, has embarked on a $ 1 million fundraising journey across 21 cities in the U.S. He, along with his team is out to prove that social media can also create genuine interpersonal relationships and make a positive impact in the community.

Joseph travels on his “Bumblebee” (a bright yellow Mazda RX8 GT) throughout North America to connect with his more than 10,000 friends and followers on Twitter. He is one of the “16 People on Twitter Who Inspire the World” and is swiftly creating a list of contributors and partners to raise funds to cover his tour expenses as well as $1 million for local charities.

Joseph told Neil Patel on Webidiotz TV that sponsors for his initiative will receive invaluable exposure through tweets, blogs, video snippets, product placements and other relevant updates. They will also get publicity via local and national news coverage.

Additionally, contributors will benefit from press conferences, radio programs, cable shows, and live and networking events.