Crossing the Desert

Crossing the Desert (2024) traces an extraordinary journey from religious persecution to entrepreneurial triumph. This gripping narrative follows a young refugee's perilous escape through the desert, his subsequent rise in Silicon Valley, and his ultimate quest to redefine capitalism with a conscience. It offers a poignant reflection on the intersection of faith, business ethics, and personal transformation in the modern world.

• Aspiring entrepreneurs seeking inspiration 
• Business leaders interested in ethical capitalism and socially responsible practices
• Readers fascinated by personal journeys of spiritual growth and its impact on professional life

Payam Zamani is an entrepreneur, investor, and founder of One Planet Group, a private equity firm that owns various online technology and media businesses. Fleeing religious persecution in Iran at sixteen, he later co-founded AutoWeb, one of the first online car marketplaces, which went public in 1999. Zamani has since built multiple successful tech and media ventures, while also focusing on ethical business practices and philanthropic efforts through initiatives like One Planet One People and the One Planet Summit.