Podcasts about Social impact

How can an architectural education prepare you to break away from traditional practice and tackle complex systems like social impact housing, community advocacy, and non-traditional careers?In this episode of Practice Disrupted, host Evelyn Lee sits down with Sarai Williams, Vice President of Housing Strategy and Partnerships at BDP Impact Real Estate. A thread that keeps surfacing this season is what happens to the people who receive an architectural education and then choose not to practice traditionally. Sarai's multi-disciplinary journey, spanning a Bachelor of Architecture from Howard University, a dual Master's in City & Regional Planning and Landscape Architecture from Penn, and years in architectural consulting and landscape design, offers a compelling look at how design thinking extends far beyond the drafting board.Sarai reflects on realizing early in her education that she was better suited as an editor and advocate than a traditional "starchitect". From performing forensic architecture in consulting firms to leading housing initiatives that keep people successfully housed across a national portfolio, she shares how systems thinking from architecture applies directly to real estate development and homelessness mitigation. She also dives into the art of the informational interview, a critical tool that shaped her career, and how asking candid questions opens doors to unconventional opportunities.The conversation also explores Unruly Practices, a graduate elective Sarai co-taught at the University of Pennsylvania. Designed around unprepared guest panelists who answer unfiltered student questions, the course helped students channel career anxiety into actionable strategies for grant writing, entrepreneurship, and alternative paths. Sarai and Evelyn close on the future of housing, emphasizing the need for architects to strip away ego, become better listeners, and build multi-disciplinary teams with professionals outside design. "The future of housing relies on architects stripping away ego, becoming better listeners, and building multi-disciplinary teams with professionals outside design." - Sarai WilliamsThis episode serves as a powerful reminder that an architecture degree is a versatile toolkit for systems thinking, problem-solvingv, and advocacy. By stepping outside traditional boundaries and collaborating across disciplines, architects can drive meaningful social impact where it is needed most. Guest:Sarai Williams is Vice President of Housing Strategy and Partnerships at BDP Impact Real Estate, where she works at the intersection of social impact real estate development and homelessness response. She earned her Bachelor of Architecture from Howard University and a dual Master's in City & Regional Planning and Landscape Architecture from the University of Pennsylvania. With past experience in architectural consulting, forensic design, and landscape architecture at Olin, Sarai also spent four years co-teaching Unruly Practices, an elective at Penn dedicated to helping students navigate non-traditional design careers and systems-level advocacy. This episode is especially for you if: ✅ You are curious about how to leverage an architectural education in non-traditional fields like social impact real estate, urban planning, and advocacy.✅ You want to master the art of informational interviews to discover new career paths and build authentic professional networks.✅ You are seeking strategies to manage career burnout, set healthy boundaries, and transition from traditional design practice.✅ You want to understand how systems thinking from design school can be applied to complex social challenges like veteran homelessness and affordable housing retention.✅ You believe that the future of architecture relies on cross-disciplinary collaboration, active listening, and community-centered problem solving.What have you done to take action lately? Share your reflections with us on social and join the conversation.

He kept promising himself he would fight poverty one day. First at retirement. Then in his fifties. Then his forties. Until the day it felt like he was lying to himself. So one weekend he started cold-calling nonprofits at random, and walked away from a career most people spend their lives chasing.Atul Satija is the founder of The/Nudge Institute, one of India's most ambitious anti-poverty organisations, and the “Founder 2.0” of GiveIndia. Before that, he spent nearly two decades in the front line of the tech industry: Google, then InMobi, where he sat in the room as it raised 200 million dollars from SoftBank and had to make the calls that come with that kind of money. He has pledged half his net worth to giving. He is the person JP wanted to talk to about the single hardest question in social impact: not how to care, but how to make caring actually work at scale.I came to this conversation from my own leap. When I moved from leading teams at Microsoft to building Live for Good, I discovered something that still surprises me: it can be harder to raise a small grant for a good cause than to close an enormous enterprise deal. Atul has lived that gap for years, and he has thought harder than almost anyone about how to close it. What he taught me is that generosity is not enough. You have to engineer it.In our conversation, we explore:→ What extreme poverty actually is: families of five or six living on three hundred dollars a year, and why the loss of dignity cuts as deep as the loss of income→ Why the model that lifts a family out of poverty for good worked everywhere and scaled nowhere, and his answer: shape the state, do not replace it→ The jar, the rocks and the sand: “you don't want to build a parallel railroad, you want to fix what's broken so bigger trains run on the same track”→ Give till it hurts: why the poorest communities give a larger share of what they have than the richest do→ AI seen from the bottom: why, for those who have almost nothing, there is nothing left for it to take“If you're giving what does not change anything in your life, then it is not really giving. You're buying something with some extra money.”Atul Satija, founder of The/Nudge InstituteIf you have ever told yourself you will do the meaningful thing later, once the timing is right, this episode is about the day later stops being an option.

As part of Primedia Cares’ Corporates That Care initiative, Lester Kiewit speaks to A focus on affordable connectivity, education and skills development as it works to create opportunities for young South Africans. They discuss Net Nine Nine’s fibre skills development programme at Mandisa Shiceka School of Specialisation in Kagiso, which introduced Grade 11 learners to fibre technology and practical technical skills. The programme saw 180 learners take part, with 25 receiving certificates for excellence and two outstanding students going on to complete a fully funded, internationally recognised fibre splicing course. They also discuss the potential pathway from the classroom into the telecommunications industry and the importance of giving young people practical skills that can lead to employment. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your authentic Cape Town wake-up call. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is informative, enlightening and accessible. The team’s ability to spot & share relevant and unusual stories make the programme inclusive and thought-provoking. Don’t miss the popular World View feature at 7:45am daily. Listen out for #LesterInYourLounge which is an outside broadcast – from the home of a listener in a different part of Cape Town - on the first Wednesday of every month. This show introduces you to interesting Capetonians as well as their favourite communities, habits, local personalities and neighbourhood news. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit. Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays between 06:00 and 09:00 (SA Time) to Good Morning CapeTalk with Lester Kiewit broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/xGkqLbT or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/f9Eeb7i Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalkSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Team Up is one of a number of programs and activities driving the Australian Government's implementation of the Sports Diplomacy 2032+ strategy that support sporting organisations, athletes and the Pacific community through sport. It delivers on one of the key priorities of the strategy by using sport as a tool to strengthen communities across the Asia-Pacific. Team Up works closely with the Australian Government's elite sports program, PacificAus Sports .Team Up is a sport for development program comprising more than 35 partnerships across the Asia-Pacific that are working towards three outcomes:Sport programs attract and retain women, girls and people with a disability, as well as men and boysSport organisations are safe, inclusive and accessibleAustralia and Asia-Pacific partners use sport to strengthen relationships and build closer collaborationThese three outcomes all contribute to Team Up's overall goal: Australia-Asia-Pacific sport partnerships support all people to realise their full potential through sport.Andrew Lepani is the Team Leader and is a firm believer in the power of sport as an enabler for human development and as a common platform to facilitate friendship, Andrew has been lucky enough to be involved in sport and sport for development work in various capacities as an athlete, administrator, volunteer and educator.His professional career has allowed him to be exposed to the work of development partners and the global sporting movement, which has increased his appreciation for human and environmental rights and their intersection with sport.Links:Team Up: https://www.teamup.gov.au/---- Please subscribe to the Sports for Social Impact Podcast wherever you get your podcast! Leave us a review and a 5 star rating to help bring others in the world of sports into the conversation! The Sports for Social Impact podcast was nominated for a Sports Podcast Award and Canadian Podcast Award.Send us an email at ⁠⁠sportsforsocialimpact@gmail.com⁠⁠ Linktree: ⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/sportsforsocialimpact⁠⁠Linkedin: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/sports-for-social-impact⁠⁠Follow us on Instagram (@SportsSocImpact) Follow us on Substack: ⁠https://substack.com/@sportssocimpact⁠Join our bookclub: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfXiczKtPflGv4vaIEw9wJvGZ2RASB5_3-DIPRU0N-T8Io8Zg/viewform?usp=headerVisit our website at ⁠https://www.sportsforsocialimpact.com/⁠

$200 for cement. $500 for a business upgrade. A few receipts and a real relationship. That's the kind of giving that actually lands, and it's what we dig into with Forrest Mcsweeney, founder of the Uplift Project, a grassroots nonprofit focused on direct microgrants and practical support in rural Guyana.We talk about Forrest's unconventional upbringing traveling through Central and South America, the outdoor work that funds his seasons, and the six-month solo road trip that sharpened his sense of what matters. Then we get into the story that crystallized his philosophy: a family in Senegal that had everything needed to expand their home except the last $200 for cement. That “last hurdle” becomes the lens for understanding poverty, dignity, and why bottom-up solutions often outperform top-down charity.From there, Forrest breaks down how the Uplift Project operates with transparency and accountability: interviewing local entrepreneurs, prioritizing women with children, documenting exactly what a $500 grant will buy, and following up with photos and receipts. You'll hear what that looks like on the ground in remote communities reachable only by boat, plus the ripple effects of funding a seamstress's solar-powered setup, a baker's larger oven, and emerging needs like rainwater tanks for clean drinking water, school supplies, and uniforms.If you care about sustainable development, nonprofit transparency, and real-world impact per dollar, hit play, then subscribe, share this with a friend, and leave a rating or review so more people can find these stories.To learn more about Forrest and The Uplift Project check out www.upliftproject.org. You can also follow along on Instagram @upliftprojectgy and on YouTube @upliftprojectgy.To learn more about me and see clips from past, present, and future shows give me a follow on Instagram @humanadventurepod.Want to be a guest on The Human Adventure? Send me a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/journeywithjakeDiscover the journeys that do more than take you somewhere new—they change the way you see yourself and the world. Wayfinder Life-Changing Travel explores unforgettable adventures, hidden places, and the transformative power of stepping beyond the familiar.Check out Wayfinder Life-Changing Travel and listen wherever you get your podcasts. Xploreum connects you with authentic wilderness expeditions led by trusted local experts. Browse real adventures, book directly with experienced guides, and get $200 off your first trip using code HumanAdventure2026 at xploreum.io/humanadventure. 

Football as a Vehicle for Change: Using Football Stories for Social Impact with Kely Nascimento This week's podcast guest is Kely Nascimento – founder and CEO of The Impact Game, President of the Nascimento Foundation, global sport and narrative strategist, and daughter of Brazilian legend Pelé. Kely's career has travelled through art school, graphic design, photography, theatre, and content creation, before converging on purpose-driven storytelling in football, particularly in women's sport and social impact. Drawing on a life lived between Brazil, the United States, and Paris, she has developed a unique lens on how art, culture, and human behaviour intersect with football. In this conversation, we go deep into storytelling as a tool for social change, why football is such a powerful vehicle for humanity's stories, and how better listening, empathy, and diversity in decision-making can unlock the "untapped power" of women's narratives in sport. During the podcast chat we spoke about: Football is the vehicle, not the destination Kely's real subject is people, not sport. Football is simply a powerful global stage to explore human behaviour, identity, culture, and social issues. If you love something outside sport (art, music, law, education), you can still bring that into football as your vehicle. The best storytelling starts with understanding yourself Every story passes through your personal "filter" of experiences, beliefs and biases. Effective storytellers keep doing inner work: understanding who they are, what they value, and how that shapes the way they see and retell stories. Listening and asking are more important than talking Kely emphasises active listening: asking questions, letting people finish, and then clarifying instead of assuming. Great storytelling often comes from hearing what people struggle to say and helping them express it—without putting your own meaning on top. Who tells the story matters as much as the story itself There's a big difference between: A group of powerful people telling women's or marginalised communities' stories for them, versus Creating space, resources, and platforms for those communities to tell their own stories. Brands, federations, and media need to move from "consulting women" to letting women lead narrative creation. Context and culture are non‑negotiable in social impact Real impact requires understanding what people actually want in their own context. The Zanzibar example shows this: changing school schedules, working with imams, and respecting religious and cultural norms did more for girls' sport than any top‑down "liberation" message could. Feminism is about choice, not one 'correct' path Whether it's wearing a hijab, changing your surname, or how you present your identity, Kely stresses that feminism means women deciding for themselves—not swapping one set of prescriptions (patriarchal) for another (a narrow version of "modern freedom"). Joy is fuel for sustainable storytelling work Kely separates joy from constant happiness. Joy is the deep sense of meaning you get from the work, even when parts of it are hard (like editing, travel, or friction with institutions). To last in this space, you must find and protect the joy in the process, not only in outcomes. Connect with Kely & Resourses: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kelynascimento/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamkelynascimento/ Kely's Ted Talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9B1d7AvZ1CI&t=368s Ted Talk: Ernesto Sirolli: Want to help someone? Shut up and listen! Women in Soccer: https://womeninsoccer.org/  

Corporate purpose has faced one of its toughest pressure tests yet. But beneath headlines of retreat, Benevity's State of Corporate Purpose report reveals a field that is proving remarkably resilient and evolving in important ways.In this episode of Purpose 360, Carol Cone welcomes Sona Khosla, Chief Impact Officer at Benevity, for a timely conversation about what the data tells us about the state of purpose today. Drawing on Benevity's research and unique view into corporate and employee action, Sona shares why purpose remains deeply supported inside companies even as political and regulatory pressures reshape how organizations fund, communicate, and execute the work.The result is a picture of a field entering its next chapter: more focused on trust and authentic storytelling, more thoughtful about the opportunities and risks of AI, and increasingly connected to broader business and talent priorities. For impact leaders who have spent the past several years navigating uncertainty and scrutiny, the conversation offers an encouraging takeaway: purpose has endured, and leaders now have an opportunity to move from defense to offense.Purpose 360 is produced by TruStory FM.Full Show Notes & ResourcesView on YouTube (00:00) - Welcome to Purpose 360 (00:13) - Sona Khosla • Benevity (03:04) - Sona's Background (04:39) - Benevity (06:27) - Perspectives and Insights (08:17) - The Report (09:40) - Genesis of the Report (10:13) - Headline (12:32) - The First Two Key Trends (13:34) - Quiet Period (16:16) - The Third Trend (18:15) - The Fourth Trend (21:22) - Integrating AI (21:42) - The Fifth Trend (25:23) - Volunteerism Events (27:51) - Figuring Out Your Focus (30:09) - Speed Round (31:03) - Last Thoughts (32:13) - Wrap Up

Beyond Hoops Africa deeply believes in sports' inherent ability to uplift and unify people from all walks of life. Through their initiatives, they strive to amplify the potential and resilience of youth, prioritizing their strengths over perceived limitations. By showcasing their achievements, they instill a sense of hope and confidence, nurturing a limitless mindset.James Kamau founded Beyond Hoops Africa with a vision to transform the lives of young people through sport and community development. With a background in community work and lived experience navigating the challenges of Nairobi's urban youth spaces, James brings a deep understanding of the local landscape. His leadership continues to shape grassroots programs that promote inclusion, purpose, and resilience.Links:Beyond Hoops Africa: https://www.beyondhoopsafrica.com/---- Please subscribe to the Sports for Social Impact Podcast wherever you get your podcast! Leave us a review and a 5 star rating to help bring others in the world of sports into the conversation! The Sports for Social Impact podcast was nominated for a Sports Podcast Award and Canadian Podcast Award.Send us an email at ⁠⁠sportsforsocialimpact@gmail.com⁠⁠ Linktree: ⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/sportsforsocialimpact⁠⁠Linkedin: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/sports-for-social-impact⁠⁠Follow us on Instagram (@SportsSocImpact) Follow us on Substack: ⁠https://substack.com/@sportssocimpact⁠Join our bookclub: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfXiczKtPflGv4vaIEw9wJvGZ2RASB5_3-DIPRU0N-T8Io8Zg/viewform?usp=headerVisit our website at ⁠https://www.sportsforsocialimpact.com/⁠

What if the pieces of your life that didn't go according to plan were actually leading you somewhere better? Amy Peterson had a dream. From the age of 14, she wanted to become the first female general manager of a Major League Baseball team. She built her education around that goal, fought her way into professional baseball, and eventually became an attorney for the Detroit Tigers.But the career she thought was her calling ultimately led her to something very different.In this episode of Smart Women Talk, Katana sits down with Amy, Founder and CEO of Rebel Nell, a Detroit social enterprise that transforms fallen graffiti into beautiful jewelry while creating employment and opportunity for women facing barriers to work.You'll discover:How Amy turned discarded pieces of Detroit graffiti into a business built around purposeWhat the women of Rebel Nell taught her about resilience, confidence, and second chancesWhy the systems designed to help women escape poverty can sometimes make moving forward even harderHow creativity and meaningful work can help women rediscover their confidence and worthWhat Amy learned when the career she'd dreamed about since childhood wasn't ultimately where she found her purposeAt Rebel Nell, there's a rule: never fall in love with the top layer—it's what's underneath that matters. That's pretty good advice for jewelry. It may be even better advice for life.Tune in and discover what can happen when we look beyond the surface, reclaim the pieces, and create something beautiful from what we find.Amy Peterson is the Founder and CEO of Rebel Nell, a women-owned social enterprise that transforms reclaimed materials into meaningful jewelry and gifts while creating employment, opportunity, and support for women facing barriers to work.Inspired by the stories and resilience of women living in a nearby shelter, Amy built Rebel Nell on the belief that business can be a powerful force for social change—combining workforce development with creativity, purpose, and economic empowerment.A former attorney for the Detroit Tigers and executive with RISE, Amy has built a career at the intersection of business, community impact, and social change. She also co-founded The Congregation and The Rectory, two projects dedicated to breathing new life into community spaces in Detroit.To learn more about Amy, visit rebelnell.com.

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Some organizations run at the speed of the crisis in front of them. Others play a long game measured in decades. The Student Press Law Center does both at once, and Gary Green has spent the last year making sure his small but mighty team knows exactly how.Gary is the executive director of the Student Press Law Center, which since 1974 has managed the hotline that a student journalist calls when someone with authority wants a story to go away — and censorship has been the leading reason for those calls ever since. Last year alone, students and their advisers reached out nearly a thousand times, from across 46 states, with calls up more than 42% in two years. Gary will tell you he could hire ten more people and still be redlining, given the increased demand in student press legal services.So he did something that sounds backward in a moment like this one. Last year, he slowed the organization down. Over the better part of a year, SPLC asked students, advisers, board members, and funders what they actually needed, and turned those answers into a three-year strategic plan called To Our Future, built to stay nimble in a landscape no one can predict five years out.The phrase that anchors this conversation isn't in the strategic plan, though. It's one Carrie brings to it: patient urgency. It's what it takes to answer today's hotline crisis while quietly working, state by state, toward student press freedom laws in all fifty — a New Voices movement that, as Gary says, may take another fifty years to finish.Underneath all of it is a promise Gary makes plainly: SPLC turns no one away. Every student journalist, every call. That matters more than ever now that students working through news-academic partnerships filed more than 44,000 local stories last year — in many communities, the only account of the county commission or the school board that exists anywhere. Plenty of those newsrooms have had SPLC's number for decades.This conversation is about everyone else: the newsrooms that have never heard of it, and have no idea there's been someone standing beside them all along. (00:00) - Welcome to Mission Forward (09:19) - The Strategic Planning Process (21:25) - Patient Urgency (28:04) - Hope (30:21) - Get Involved

In this conversation, Ted Neill shares how his work across memoir, youth literature, and advocacy uses story to confront stigma, elevate marginalized voices, and help people feel seen and understood. From vulnerable children to disability visibility and racial justice, he reveals how storytelling becomes more than communication - it becomes a tool for healing, connection, and meaningful change in the world.

Dr. Felecia Froe made her first real estate investment years before she even knew she was an investor. She was five years into her medical practice when it hit her that this wasn't the last thing she'd ever do. In this ICYMI crossover from Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing, she tells host Jonathan Greene how an office building she bought with fellow women physicians turned out to be that first deal, though she didn't realize it until years later. From there she built fast, lost hard in 2008, and rebuilt into Money With Mission, a community that helps professional women use real estate as a financial escape hatch from bad jobs and bad relationships.    Felecia gets specific about what "social impact investing" actually means, walks through her food desert grocery store project in Tulsa, and breaks down her own portfolio, from assisted living homes to water tech startups. She closes with the advice she wishes someone had given her before 2008: get educated, find mentors, and never go it alone.    00:00 - Meet Dr. Felecia Froe and What Social Impact Investing Really Means 04:11 - An Accidental Start: From Medical Practice to First Deal 12:09 - Real Estate as a Financial Escape Hatch 19:46 - Solving Food Deserts and Rethinking Affordable Housing 26:22 - A Diversified Portfolio and the Power of Community 36:45 - Lessons From 2008 and Advice for the Next Generation You've worked hard to build your career. Now let's build wealth that outlives it. You were born to build more than just wealth. You were born to lead, inspire, and rise. At Wealth B-Hers, we're redefining what it means to be financially fearless. Join a movement of bold women investing with intention, building legacies, and writing their own money rules here - moneywithmission.com/wealth-b-hers/    Get Your Free Guide: https://moneywithmission.co/three-questions-every-woman-should-ask-before-she-invests   Connect with Money Tales Podcast Website: https://www.trustgreene.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathan-greene-re/?isSelfProfile=false Original Podcast: https://youtu.be/TkDXJSi8cGY   Key Quotes: "You don't have to make mistakes on your own. You can use somebody else's mistakes." - Dr. Felecia Froe   "This is not a by yourself game at all." - Dr. Felecia Froe

Dr. Felecia Froe made her first real estate investment years before she even knew she was an investor. She was five years into her medical practice when it hit her that this wasn't the last thing she'd ever do. In this ICYMI crossover from Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing, she tells host Jonathan Greene how an office building she bought with fellow women physicians turned out to be that first deal, though she didn't realize it until years later. From there she built fast, lost hard in 2008, and rebuilt into Money With Mission, a community that helps professional women use real estate as a financial escape hatch from bad jobs and bad relationships.    Felecia gets specific about what "social impact investing" actually means, walks through her food desert grocery store project in Tulsa, and breaks down her own portfolio, from assisted living homes to water tech startups. She closes with the advice she wishes someone had given her before 2008: get educated, find mentors, and never go it alone.    00:00 - Meet Dr. Felecia Froe and What Social Impact Investing Really Means 04:11 - An Accidental Start: From Medical Practice to First Deal 12:09 - Real Estate as a Financial Escape Hatch 19:46 - Solving Food Deserts and Rethinking Affordable Housing 26:22 - A Diversified Portfolio and the Power of Community 36:45 - Lessons From 2008 and Advice for the Next Generation You've worked hard to build your career. Now let's build wealth that outlives it. You were born to build more than just wealth. You were born to lead, inspire, and rise. At Wealth B-Hers, we're redefining what it means to be financially fearless. Join a movement of bold women investing with intention, building legacies, and writing their own money rules here - moneywithmission.com/wealth-b-hers/    Get Your Free Guide: https://moneywithmission.co/three-questions-every-woman-should-ask-before-she-invests   Connect with Money Tales Podcast Website: https://www.trustgreene.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathan-greene-re/?isSelfProfile=false Original Podcast: https://youtu.be/TkDXJSi8cGY   Key Quotes: "You don't have to make mistakes on your own. You can use somebody else's mistakes." - Dr. Felecia Froe   "This is not a by yourself game at all." - Dr. Felecia Froe

How can real estate be used to create not only financial value, but also a positive social impact? In this episode i sit down with Sebastien Gariepy to explore the intersection of real estate, and social impact.SEBASTIEN GARIEPYPrésident-Directeur Général | President & Chief Executive OfficerT: 450-471-1557 #301   |   C: 514-710-2314863 rue Saint-Pierre, suite 201, Terrebonne, Qc J6W 1E6www.groupeinspire.ca https://www.linkedin.com/in/sebastiengariepyimmobilier/My Men Richard/Richard Lesperance⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠richard.lesperance@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linkedin.com/in/richardlesperance⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@mymenrichard⁠⁠⁠⁠

In this episode of Behind the Impact, Angie Ruddell, Social Impact Manager at Lockheed Martin, shares lessons from her journey from the nonprofit sector to corporate social impact, including how practitioners can build influence across the organization, connect their work to business priorities, communicate impact more effectively, and develop the curiosity and entrepreneurial mindset needed to navigate an evolving field.

We conclude our series on some of the thought leaders and innovators that UBS supports through its Global Visionaries programme by catching up with Tom Hall, who heads social impact and philanthropy at UBS.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this insightful episode of The Brand Called You, host Ashutosh Garg interviews Chitra Iyer, Co-Founder & CEO of Space2Grow, a social impact consulting firm. With over 20 years of experience in the social sector, Chitra shares her journey of choosing social work over a corporate career and leading impactful initiatives in child protection, digital safety, and anti-human trafficking.Discover the realities and evolving challenges of child safety in a digital world, learn how Space2Grow bridges critical gaps across the social impact ecosystem, and hear powerful stories of resilience. Chitra also discusses the importance of strong parent-child relationships, policy reforms for child protection, and why businesses should prioritize child safety.This episode is a must-watch for parents, educators, changemakers, and anyone invested in building a safer future for children.

1. From Career Change to Property Investing How Lorraine went from a career in law to caring for her father and becoming an accidental property investor. How an email sent to the wrong Lorraine led her to housing vulnerable young people. 2. Learning Through Action and Experience How Lorraine and her business partner learned from mistakes while navigating property auctions. Why education is as much about building the right network and community as gaining knowledge. 3. The Influence of Family and Values How Lorraine's parents shaped her entrepreneurial spirit, generosity and belief in giving others a chance. Why she believes profit and purpose can work hand in hand. 4. Property, Dignity and Social Impact How Lorraine uses property to support people facing difficult circumstances while preserving their dignity. Why wealth building can go beyond financial independence towards impact and legacy. 5. Recognition, Purpose and Creating a Legacy How a community initiative during COVID led to Lorraine receiving The Lancelot Andrewes Medal. How PRIME helps successful women explore how they can create a bigger impact. 6. Taking Action and Finding Focus Kevin and Bimbi's reflections on Lorraine's entrepreneurial drive, risk-taking and willingness to take action. Why finding a clear focus and niche can be a powerful starting point when building something new. Key Takeaways: Wealth can be used to create opportunities for others. Experience and influence can help support people facing difficult circumstances. Entrepreneurial skills can be used to create meaningful social impact. Building a legacy can start long before you're gone. Resources: The View From My Window: Grace, Grit and Purposeful Property Lorraine Thomas on LinkedIn [BOOK] Purposeful Retirement: Find Fulfillment in Later Life WealthBuilders - Build, protect and transfer your wealth WealthBuilders Membership: Free access to guides, webinars, and community Connect with Us: Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, and all major platforms. Next Steps On Your WealthBuilding Journey:   Join the WealthBuilders Facebook Community Schedule a 1:1 call with one of our team Become a member of WealthBuilders If you have been enjoying listening to WealthTalk - Please Leave Us A Review!

In this episode of Skin Deep, we dive into actionable leadership, social innovation, and systems architecture with two transformational leaders driving sustainable change across Africa: Farida Yahya Habu and Amabelle Nwakanma.Together, they explore how to build resilient ecosystems, scale women-led ventures, and create lasting opportunities for the next generation.In this episode, we cover:Empowering Female Entrepreneurs: Farida Yahya Habu—founder of Lumo Naturals and The Brief Academy, author of Redefining Beautiful, and President of the Mandela Washington Fellowship Alumni Association of Nigeria (MWFAAN)—shares her blueprint for equipping women with strategic business tools and advocacy.Building Resilient Systems: Amabelle Nwakanma—Director of Programs at LEAP Africa and recognized as one of the "50 African Women Making a Difference in Development"—breaks down how she bridges behavioral science and structural policy to drive youth and women's empowerment.Tune in for an inspiring masterclass on sustainable impact, leadership, and reshaping Africa's social development landscape.Connect with LEAP Africa: leapafrica.org

For years, sustainability leaders have helped companies set ambitious targets. Now comes the two harder challenges: delivering on them and proving their business value.In this episode of Purpose 360, Carol Cone welcomes Ann Tracy, Chief Sustainability Officer of Colgate-Palmolive, for a robust and inspiring conversation about what the next era of sustainability leadership demands. Drawing on more than three decades across engineering, manufacturing, global operations, and sustainability, Ann shares how she has learned to turn sustainability from a set of commitments into an enabler of business strategy.Ann explains why the strongest sustainability leaders speak the language of growth, resilience, risk, and financial value; how her “win-win-win” philosophy connects consumer benefit, business success, and impact at scale; and why knowing where your organization should lead is critical to making meaningful progress.She also takes listeners inside Colgate-Palmolive's journey to reinvent its toothpaste tube—and the decision to share that technology to help move an entire industry forward—while offering lessons on empathy, partnership, pragmatism, and what it takes to lead change across a global organization.Purpose 360 is produced by TruStory FM.Full Show Notes & ResourcesView on YouTube (00:00) - Welcome to Purpose 360 (00:13) - Ann Tracy, Colgate-Palmolive (04:13) - Ann's Background (06:08) - Wide Involvement Level (07:45) - Their Purpose (09:26) - Sustainability (11:50) - Swords and Shields Philosophy (13:56) - Longevity and Scale (15:16) - Win-Win-Win Framework (16:55) - Recognizing the Brand (20:09) - Recyclable Toothpaste Tube (24:05) - Communication (25:44) - Empathy (27:24) - AI (28:51) - Lightning Round (30:47) - Last Word (31:47) - Wrap Up

Greetings Glocal Citizens! Back in 2013, a spark of inspiration gave light to an initiative that I went on to recruit a handful of friends to join in on the Flirt with the World's Million Condom Giveaway at locations across Accra on World AIDS Day 2013. As part of our local press tour, I visited a local radio station, 107.9 YFM where I met htis week's guest Amma Boakye-Danquah--shout out to her co-host, fellow Glocal Citizen,Emmanuel Gamor. Amma, like me was a fres arrival in Ghana and over the years has expanded her professional portfolio in all manner of dimensions. As a strategic advisor and innovation leader with over 16 years of experience shaping education systems, youth leadership, and adaptive learning across West Africa, she has led multimillion-dollar initiatives at USAID , including the $22M Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI) Regional Leadership Center and the development of the West Africa Learning and Knowledge (WALK) Agenda, helping institutions turn data into action and policy into practice. Known for building unlikely partnerships across government, philanthropy, media, and the private sector, Her work sits at the intersection of systems change, evidence-based strategy, and inclusive leadership. Her career spans collaborations with organizations such as the Mastercard Foundation, Microsoft , and regional bodies including ECOWAS. She currently serves as the Associate Director of Imperial Global Ghana , where she bridges world-class research and practical market applications by fostering strategic partnerships among researchers, entrepreneurs, and policymakers across the public, private, and third sectors. Rooted in a global perspective on urban policy, education, and development, qnd with foundational experience teaching middle school mathematics in under-resourced schools in Louisiana through Teach For America, beyond her academic and policy work, she is a passionate cultural convener bringing art, history, and community together. Where to find Amma? @ Imperial Global Ghana On LinkedIn On Substack What's Amma listening to? The Our Ancestors Were Messy Podcast What's Amma reading? Small Worlds Other topics of interest: Oyibi, Ghana Labari Data Homeschool Collective On Indigeneering Commonwealth Fellowship Programme About Ghana's National Science and Math Quiz Post Hurricane Katrina School Takeovers in New OrleansSpecial Guest: Amma Boakye-Danquah.

In this episode, I share an interview with Shenae Samuels, PhD, MPH with Map Data Studio. We met in Fort Lauderdale at a Social Impact event where I shared my experiences working with nonprofits, and we connected over our passion for helping nonprofits and using statistical analysis. She discusses her transition from an academic research Continue Reading

Define the guardrails, then let people loose inside them. That is how Ike Anand leads ALSAC, the fundraising and awareness organization for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, and it shapes everything from how the organization takes on new technology to how it regards the other charities working alongside it.Carrie Fox returns to her conversation with Ike Anand on leading people through a moment that makes them anxious, and on the definition of the job she hasn't stopped thinking about since. (00:00) - Welcome to Mission Forward

Most founders wait for the right idea. Tessa Clarke spent years doing exactly that before realising she'd been looking for the wrong thing, she should have been looking for a problem she cared about.Since co-founding Olio in 2015 with Saasha Celestial-One, Tessa has grown the food sharing app to more than 10 million users and an estimated £1.1 billion in social impact, alongside a B2B arm that now redistributes surplus for supermarkets, schools and production companies.Tessa is also a teacher at the Executive Programme at Future London Academy. Learn from her in-person: https://fla.wiki/4wZMcJ5In this video, you'll learn:▶ Why a two-week WhatsApp group proved the concept before a single line of code was written▶ How Olio's most enthusiastic early users turned out to be the ones with nothing to give, and the third audience she built to close the gap▶ Why Duolingo's streaks would never work for surplus food, and how to test a borrowed mechanic before you copy it▶ How signing one supermarket outgrew everything the consumer app could achieve on its own▶ How to answer a prevention-based question with a promotion-based response, and why female founders get asked them in the first place▶ Why nobody cares about your solution, only whether you understand their problemChapters:00:00 Meet Tessa Clarke Co-Founder of Olio Solving Food Waste at Scale04:56 Why Tessa Clarke Chose Business Over Charity09:41 Why Purpose-Driven Business Attracts Gen Z Talent14:05 How Olio Started as a WhatsApp Experiment19:05 The Food Waste Heroes Programme That Solved Olio's Supply Problem21:34 How B Corp Status Helped People Understand Olio's Business Model28:37 Why Financial Incentives Backfired for Olio34:44 How Tessa Clarke Raised $50 Million as a Female Founder43:32 What Is Earth Overshoot Day47:00 How Olio Measures Its Social Impact Beyond Profit50:34 Why Olio Pivoted from B2C to B2B56:30 How to Pitch Purpose to Corporate Buyers1:00:25 Tessa Clarke Wants to Replace GDP as Our Success Metric#designforgood #sustainability #olio

How do you create movies that entertain audiences, attract major talent, and still make a meaningful impact on the world?In this episode of Best in Fest, host Leslie LaPage sits down with producer and One Community Head of Content Ameet Shukla for an in-depth conversation about social impact filmmaking, independent film production, finding powerful scripts, and building a sustainable career in Hollywood.Ameet discusses the creative strategy behind films including Netflix's Nonnas, the politically charged dark comedy Winner, and the acclaimed true-story drama Freeheld. He explains why socially relevant movies cannot simply preach to audiences—they must first be entertaining, emotionally engaging, and driven by unforgettable characters.The conversation explores how producers identify a distinctive voice in a screenplay, balance artistic integrity with financing realities, and turn important social issues into stories audiences genuinely want to watch.In this episode:How Winner turned a politically divisive true story into a heartfelt comedyWhy complex characters are essential to impactful storytellingWhat producers look for when reading a screenplayHow Freeheld transformed a real-life fight for equality into a major feature filmWhy Netflix's Nonnas connects through food, family, caregiving, and communityHow to include social impact themes without overwhelming the entertainmentThe current challenges facing independent film financingWhy mid-budget movies are becoming harder to produceHow tax incentives influence where films are shotWhat the Head of Content at a production company actually doesHow producers choose writers, directors, editors, and creative collaboratorsWhat One Community looks for in new film and television projectsWhy filmmakers should plan beyond their first movieHow technology has made filmmaking more accessibleThe importance of building a long-term creative career rather than chasing one breakthroughAmeet also shares practical advice for filmmakers, writers, and producers trying to get noticed. His central message is simple: keep creating, develop a recognizable voice, think strategically about your second and third projects, and make work that proves what you can do.Whether you are an aspiring producer, screenwriter, director, film student, or independent filmmaker, this episode offers an honest and valuable look at how meaningful stories move from the page to the screen.Subscribe to Best in Fest for more conversations with award-winning filmmakers, producers, actors, screenwriters, festival leaders, and entertainment industry professionals.

In episode 63 of Behind the Impact, Miles Anderson, Head of MaintainX.org, shares how he turned an unexpected opportunity in sales into a career building corporate impact functions, and what he's learned about earning executive buy-in, connecting impact to business outcomes, and building programs that companies continue to invest in.

What happens when we stop trying to lead from the front and start listening to the people at the heart of an issue?In this episode of the TALRadio Podcast, we speak with Arjun Abhyankar, an Artist, Social Impact-focused Entrepreneur and Mentor, and an Economics student and Teaching Assistant in Entrepreneurship at the University of Michigan.Arjun shares his experience at the Satyarthi Movement's Global Compassion Summer School in Rajasthan, where he worked with communities to understand issues affecting women and children. He reflects on building trust, understanding problems through lived experiences, and empowering young people to become part of the solution.From entrepreneurship and music to social impact and leadership, Arjun explores why meaningful change isn't always about having the answers. Sometimes, the best we can do is give people the front row seat—and let them lead.A conversation about empathy, trust, community, leadership and creating change by listening first.Guest: Arjun Prahalad Abhyankar https://www.linkedin.com/in/arjun-prahalad-abhyankar-693358223/Host Producer: Archita Puranik Sound: Mahesh R.

Rachel Branaman, founder of Talem Consulting, a woman-owned national consulting firm helping mission-driven organisations build sustainable structures while dismantling systems of inequity.Through culturally responsive fundraising, strategic planning, leadership coaching, organisational development, and equity-based training, Rachel supports nonprofits and community-led organisations to move beyond crisis mode and create deeper, more restorative change.Now, Rachel's upcoming book, Rooted Together, reflects 15 years of work helping leaders understand power, challenge hidden norms, and build movements rooted in collective care.And while leading this work in a sector often shaped by scarcity, urgency, and burnout, she is showing what it means to build a business and a leadership model that actually lives the values it teaches.Here's where to find more:Website: https://www.talemconsulting.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/talem-consulting/ or https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachelbranaman/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalemConsulting/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dismantlinginequity/________________________________________________Welcome to The Unforget Yourself Show where we use the power of woo and the proof of science to help you identify your blind spots, and get over your own bullshit so that you can do the fucking thing you ACTUALLY want to do!We're Mark and Katie, the founders of Unforget Yourself and the creators of the Unforget Yourself System and on this podcast, we're here to share REAL conversations about what goes on inside the heart and minds of those brave and crazy enough to start their own business. From the accidental entrepreneur to the laser-focused CEO, we find out how they got to where they are today, not by hearing the go-to story of their success, but talking about how we all have our own BS to deal with and it's through facing ourselves that we find a way to do the fucking thing.Along the way, we hope to show you that YOU are the most important asset in your business (and your life - duh!). Being a business owner is tough! With vulnerability and humor, we get to the real story behind their success and show you that you're not alone._____________________Find all our links to all the things like the socials, how to work with us and how to apply to be on the podcast here:https://linktr.ee/unforgetyourself

For too many Black women, accessing mental health care has historically been limited by cost, stigma, and a lack of culturally competent providers. The Loveland Foundation was created to change that, and in just a few years, has built one of the nation's most innovative models for expanding equitable access to therapy.Host Carol Cone welcomes Sharlene Kemler, CEO of The Loveland Foundation, for an inspiring conversation about reimagining mental health through community, partnership, and listening. Sharlene shares how the Foundation evolved from a birthday fundraiser into a national organization and the work they're doing now to strengthen the entire mental health ecosystem—from investing in therapists' well-being and professional development to continuously improving programs based on participant feedback.Together, Carol and Sharlene explore why culturally competent care matters, how authentic partnerships create lasting impact, and why supporting both those seeking care and those providing it is essential to making mental health access truly sustainable.Purpose 360 is produced by TruStory FM.Full Show Notes & ResourcesView on YouTube (00:00) - Welcome to Purpose 360 (00:13) - Loveland Foundation (02:56) - Learning from Parents (05:07) - The Joy Guru (05:52) - Story of The Loveland Foundation (08:16) - Reimaging Mental Health Care (12:25) - Culturally Competent Care (13:01) - Finding Them (14:50) - Therapy as Accelerant (16:06) - Supporting Their Therapists (19:30) - Camp Loveland (22:21) - Finding the Right Partner (22:54) - Current Partners (23:16) - DEI (25:16) - Amplification of the Cause (26:33) - Advice to Young People (27:39) - Rapid Fire Questions (29:15) - Last Word (31:49) - Wrap Up

Stephen Grootes speaks Katlego Mothudi, Managing Director of the Board of Healthcare Funders about why South Africa’s Prescribed Minimum Benefits (PMB) system is outdated, overpriced, and increasingly out of reach for many medical scheme members, and what reforms are needed to fix it. In other interviews, Kwanele Ngogela, Head of Social Impact at Just Share talks about the persistent gender gap in leadership at South Africa’s largest listed companies. Women now hold 38% of JSE Top 40 board seats and 27.4% of executive roles, but progress remains concentrated at board level, with only three female CEOs among the current Top 40. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio presenter, Stephen Grootes. He explores the latest economic trends, business developments, investment opportunities, and personal finance strategies. Each episode features engaging conversations with top newsmakers, industry experts, financial advisors, entrepreneurs, and politicians, offering you thought-provoking insights to navigate the ever-changing financial landscape.    Thank you for listening to a podcast from The Money Show Listen live Primedia+ weekdays from 18:00 and 20:00 (SA Time) to The Money Show with Stephen Grootes broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj and CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show, go to https://buff.ly/7QpH0jY or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/PlhvUVe Subscribe to The Money Show Daily Newsletter and the Weekly Business Wrap here https://buff.ly/v5mfetc The Money Show is brought to you by Absa     Follow us on social media   702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702   CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/Radio702 CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Stephen Grootes speaks to Kwanele Ngogela, Head of Social Impact at Just Share, about the persistent gender gap in leadership at South Africa’s largest listed companies. Women now hold 38% of JSE Top 40 board seats and 27.4% of executive roles, but progress remains concentrated at board level, with only three female CEOs among the current Top 40. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio presenter, Stephen Grootes. He explores the latest economic trends, business developments, investment opportunities, and personal finance strategies. Each episode features engaging conversations with top newsmakers, industry experts, financial advisors, entrepreneurs, and politicians, offering you thought-provoking insights to navigate the ever-changing financial landscape.    Thank you for listening to a podcast from The Money Show Listen live Primedia+ weekdays from 18:00 and 20:00 (SA Time) to The Money Show with Stephen Grootes broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj and CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show, go to https://buff.ly/7QpH0jY or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/PlhvUVe Subscribe to The Money Show Daily Newsletter and the Weekly Business Wrap here https://buff.ly/v5mfetc The Money Show is brought to you by Absa     Follow us on social media   702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702   CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/Radio702 CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Every so often, a leader steps into a moment that seems built for them. New CEOs appointed days before the COVID pandemic, or during economic volatility, or any number of other challenges — and it's like they were made to be there, in that moment, to steer the ship calmly through the uncertainty.Ike Anand is one of those leaders. He is the president and CEO of ALSAC, the fundraising and awareness organization for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, a seat he stepped into a year ago, after joining the organization in 2020.That work reaches well past Memphis. Mission Partners' research with nonprofits and foundations last year found the sector split roughly down the middle on AI: half ready to lean in and trust that it's part of their future, half not willing to go there at all. Anand's answer starts with how rather than whether, and it rests on the principles he brought with him to the job. The first of them gives this episode its name. Get a little bit better every day. You aren't competing against anybody else, Anand says; you're competing against yourself, and the race is long.Which suits an organization whose reputation was built the same way — a game of inches, every day, for more than sixty years. Anand describes himself as carrying that brand for a period of time, with a responsibility to hand it on in good condition to whoever comes next. (00:00) - Welcome to Mission Forward (05:44) - Trust (11:31) - Governance (19:29) - Scaling and the Four Principles

Storytelling is one of the most powerful ways nonprofits can connect with supporters, but too often, organizations struggle to tell stories that truly resonate.In this episode of Nonprofit Nation, Julia Campbell sits down with Nicholas Bruneau, communications consultant and author of Engage With Impact: Five Steps to Transform Your Digital Communications for Social Impact. Drawing from his experience working with organizations such as the United Nations, the World Bank, the European Union, and nonprofits around the world, Nicholas shares practical strategies for creating authentic, ethical, and impactful stories that move people to care—and take action. Together, Julia and Nicholas explore why storytelling should be a year-round practice rather than a last-minute campaign tactic, how nonprofits can uncover compelling stories hiding in plain sight, and why focusing on people, progress, and purpose creates stronger connections than simply sharing information.Whether you're a communications professional, fundraiser, executive director, or marketer, this episode is packed with actionable ideas you can start implementing immediately to strengthen your organization's storytelling strategy. In this episode, you'll learn: Why storytelling is essential for building trust and inspiring action.  Common storytelling mistakes nonprofits make—and how to avoid them.  Where to find meaningful stories within your organization and community.  How to create a simple storytelling system instead of scrambling before every campaign.  Best practices for ethical storytelling that preserves dignity and centers the people behind the story.  The Challenge → Solution → Impact framework for crafting memorable narratives.  How to transform awareness into engagement, advocacy, and donations.  Storytelling formats that are performing well today, including short-form video and behind-the-scenes content.  Practical habits every nonprofit communicator can adopt to become a stronger storyteller. Resources MentionedEngage With Impact: Five Steps to Transform Your Digital Communications for Social Impact Storytelling Course: engagewithimpact.com/storytelling About Nicholas BruneauNicholas Bruneau is a communications consultant, trainer, and author of Engage With Impact: Five Steps to Transform Your Digital Communications for Social Impact. He helps nonprofits and mission-driven organizations strengthen their digital communications through ethical, audience-centered storytelling that inspires action.Throughout his career, Nicholas has partnered with organizations including the United Nations, the World Bank, the European Union, and numerous nonprofits and advocacy organizations around the world. His work focuses on helping organizations communicate their mission more effectively, build stronger relationships with supporters, and create lasting impact through strategic storytelling. Connect with Nicholas BruneauIf you enjoyed this conversation and want to learn more about Nicholas's work, you can connect with him and explore his storytelling resources below:

Fluent Fiction - Hebrew: Leora's Leap: Turning Passion into Impactful Innovation Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/he/episode/2026-08-04-22-34-01-he Story Transcript:He: ליאורה ישבה בחדר הפתוח של האינקובטור לסטארטאפים.En: Leora sat in the open room of the startup incubator.He: החלונות הגדולים הכניסו שמש קיצית חמימה.En: The large windows let in warm summer sunshine.He: כל העיר נפרסה לפניה, בית-קברות של אתגרים והזדמנויות.En: The entire city spread out before her, a cemetery of challenges and opportunities.He: היא החזיקה כוס קפה בפנים רועדות.En: She held a cup of coffee in trembling hands.He: היום היה יום חשוב מאד.En: Today was a very important day.He: אבי והנועם היו שם איתה, יושבים ליד שולחן העץ, אוחזים מחשבים ניידים ומדברים בהתלהבות.En: Avi and HaNoam were there with her, sitting at the wooden table, holding laptops and talking enthusiastically.He: כל אחד מהם היה עסוק בהכנת החומרים לפגישה הקרובה.En: Each of them was busy preparing materials for the upcoming meeting.He: אבי, שהיה תמיד רגוע, אמר: "ליאורה, את יכולה לעשות את זה.En: Avi, who was always calm, said, "Leora, you can do this.He: האפליקציה שלך מיוחדת ואם תספרי כמה סיפורים אישיים, הם יתחברו.En: Your app is special, and if you share some personal stories, they will connect."He: "ליאורה הנהנה, אך ליבה עדיין הלם בחוזקה.En: Leora nodded, but her heart was still pounding forcefully.He: האפליקציה שלה נועדה להפחית בזבוז מזון על ידי חיבור מסעדות עם עודפי אוכל לעמותות מקומיות.En: Her app was designed to reduce food waste by connecting restaurants with surplus food to local charities.He: היא ידעה שיש סיכוי שהיא תוכל לשנות את העולם, לפחות במקצת, אבל היא צריכה את המימון.En: She knew there was a chance she could change the world, at least a little, but she needed the funding.He: בינתיים, בחדר, האווירה הייתה חמה ומאזינה קולות הקליקים של מקלדות ומחשבות של יזמים אחרים.En: Meanwhile, in the room, the atmosphere was warm, filled with the sound of keyboard clicks and the thoughts of other entrepreneurs.He: היא הביטה סביב וראתה אותם נכנסים ויוצאים, מסתכלים על המצגות האחרות.En: She looked around and saw them entering and exiting, watching other presentations.He: הקהל הגדול הגיע.En: The large audience had arrived.He: המשקיע הקשה ישב שם, נושא על פניו הבעה סקרנית.En: The tough investor sat there with a curious expression on his face.He: ליאורה עלתה לבמה.En: Leora took the stage.He: היא החלה לדבר בקול רם, משתדלת לא לחרוק.En: She began speaking loudly, trying not to falter.He: היא סיפרה על האוכל שהיה נזרק באירועים משפחתיים ועל חשיבות השימוש החוזר.En: She talked about the food wasted at family events and the importance of reuse.He: היא ראתה פנים מלאות עניין, אבל גם מתח.En: She saw faces full of interest, but also tension.He: ואז, בזמן השאלות והתשובות, פנה אליה המשקיע המפורסם, זה שהיה ידוע בביקורתו החזקה.En: Then, during the Q&A, the famous investor, known for his strong criticism, turned to her.He: "איך תוודאי שהאפליקציה תצליח במדדים רחבים?En: "How will you ensure that the app succeeds on a broad scale?"He: " הוא שאל בקול חד.En: he asked sharply.He: ליאורה נשמה עמוק.En: Leora took a deep breath.He: "הצלחת האפליקציה תימדד קודם כל בהשפעה החיובית שלה," היא ענתה בכנות.En: "The success of the app will be measured primarily by its positive impact," she answered honestly.He: "החיבור למטרה חשובה יותר מהרווחים המיידיים.En: "Connecting to the cause is more important than immediate profits.He: ברגע שאנשים יבינו את הערך, שוק רחב ייפתח.En: Once people understand the value, a broad market will open."He: "המשקיע חייך קלות.En: The investor smiled slightly.He: הוא נהנה לראות את התשוקה והתמימות הגלויים.En: He enjoyed seeing the visible passion and innocence.He: "נפגש בשבוע הבא," הוא אמר, רומז באישור.En: "We'll meet next week," he said, hinting approvingly.He: ליאורה חייכה בחזקה.En: Leora smiled broadly.He: היא הצליחה להתחבר ללבבות במקום לטבלאות.En: She managed to connect with hearts instead of spreadsheets.He: כשירדה מהבמה, היא חשה גאווה וביטחון.En: As she stepped off the stage, she felt pride and confidence.He: היא הוכיחה לעצמה ולכל העולם שהיא כאן כדי להישאר ולתרום.En: She proved to herself and the whole world that she was here to stay and contribute.He: ולא רק בטכנולוגיה, אלא גם בלב.En: Not just with technology, but also with heart. Vocabulary Words:incubator: אינקובטורtrembling: רועדותpounding: הלםsurplus: עודפיםcharities: עמותותatmosphere: אווירהentrepreneurs: יזמיםpresentations: מצגותaudience: קהלtension: מתחcriticism: ביקורתוimpact: השפעהprofits: רווחיםinnocence: תמימותspreadsheets: טבלאותconfidence: ביטחוןcontribute: לתרוםreuse: שימוש חוזרensure: תוודאיbroad: רחביםimmediate: מיידייםpassion: תשוקהstepped: ירדהproved: הוכיחהvaluable: הערךfalter: לחרוקcurious: סקרניתhinting: רומזsurrounded: נפרסהprimarily: קודם כלBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/fluent-fiction-hebrew--5818690/support.

In this episode of Behind the Impact, Carlos Cuyas, Social Impact Lead at o9 Solutions, shares what it takes to build a corporate impact function from scratch, why strategy must be rooted in company purpose, and how practitioners can create more durable impact by earning trust, aligning with the business, and thinking like strategic operators.

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Artificial intelligence is moving faster than most organizations can adapt. But amid the excitement, one critical question often gets overlooked: What is guiding the decisions AI helps us make?In this episode of Purpose 360, Carol Cone welcomes Kristian Merenda, Partner at Carol Cone ON PURPOSE, and Balaji Ganapathy, Founder and CEO of Social Positive, for a timely conversation about why it's critical for purpose to be the ultimate guide for AI.The conversation explores why AI adoption is fundamentally a culture transformation rather than a technology implementation, how organizations can avoid "purpose drift" as automation expands, and why leaders should stop asking, "Can AI do this?" and instead ask, "Should AI do this?"From responsible governance and employee trust to experimentation, human judgment, and the future of leadership, this conversation challenges conventional thinking about AI and explores how purpose can help organizations use AI responsibly while keeping people, values, and long-term impact at the center.Purpose 360 is produced by TruStory FM.Full Show Notes & Resources (00:00) - Welcome to Purpose 360 (00:13) - CCOP AI Handbook (02:53) - Meet Kristian and Balaji (05:30) - Defining Purpose (06:46) - Purpose in the Age of AI (08:23) - The Case for Purpose (12:17) - How to Have the Conversation with the C-Suite (16:13) - The Guide and Purpose Drift (18:54) - Adoption (21:48) - Shaping the Culture Using Purpose (25:56) - Looking Forward (31:28) - Last Comments (33:59) - Wrap Up

Siyabonga Motha speaks to Andra Nel, Director of People, Culture & Purpose at KFC Africa who shares some insight into the importance of social impact reports of businesses and corporations. They touch on how the growth of business must correlate with the growth in the skills of the employees and how transferable the skills are. Tags: 702, The Aubrey Masango Show, Siyabonga Motha, Entrepreneurship Feature, Social Impact, Business, Employment, Skills, Transferability, Community The Aubrey Masango Show is presented by late night radio broadcaster Aubrey Masango. Aubrey hosts in-depth interviews on controversial political issues and chats to experts offering life advice and guidance in areas of psychology, personal finance and more. All Aubrey’s interviews are podcasted for you to catch-up and listen. Thank you for listening to this podcast from The Aubrey Masango Show. Listen live on weekdays between 20:00 and 24:00 (SA Time) to The Aubrey Masango Show broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj and on CapeTalk between 20:00 and 21:00 (SA Time) https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk Find out more about the show here https://buff.ly/lzyKCv0 and get all the catch-up podcasts https://buff.ly/rT6znsn Subscribe to the 702 and CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfet Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702 CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fluent Fiction - Hebrew: From Tech Dreams to Social Impact: Naomi's Bold Pivot Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/he/episode/2026-07-24-22-34-01-he Story Transcript:He: בצל המגדלים הזכוכיתיים באזור הטכנולוגי של תל אביב, צעידה מהירה של נאומי, יזמת טכנולוגיה צעירה, לוותה במחשבות עמוקות.En: In the shadow of the glass towers in the tech district of Tel Aviv, the brisk walk of Naomi, a young tech entrepreneur, was accompanied by deep thoughts.He: זה היה יום קיץ חם, והשמש הקופחת לא הייתה הדבר היחיד שהיא הרגישה על כתפיה.En: It was a hot summer day, and the blistering sun was not the only thing she felt on her shoulders.He: נאומי הזיעה לא רק מחום הקיץ אלא גם מלחץ הפגישות החשובות שהמתינו לה.En: Naomi was sweating not just from the summer heat, but also from the pressure of the important meetings that awaited her.He: העיר רחשה בפעילות יום יומית, אך האווירה הייתה שונה.En: The city buzzed with daily activity, but the atmosphere was different.He: היה זה ט' באב, יום של זיכרון ואבל בעם היהודי.En: It was Tisha B'Av, a day of remembrance and mourning in the Jewish tradition.He: נאומי עצרה לרגע, חשבה על משמעות היום הזה, ועל מה שהיא באמת רוצה מעבודתה.En: Naomi paused for a moment, reflecting on the meaning of this day, and on what she truly wanted from her work.He: שאלה בעיניה: האם אני רודפת אחרי הצלחה אישית בלבד?En: The question in her eyes: Am I chasing only personal success?He: איך אני יכולה להשפיע באמת על החברה?En: How can I truly impact society?He: במשרד הנוח שבבניין הגבוה, נאומי נפגשה עם שני שותפים פוטנציאליים - אריאל, גבר חביב ובעל ניסיון רב, ומרים, צעירה אנרגטית שהסכימה עם חשיבות השינויים שתעשיית הטכנולוגיה יכולה להוביל.En: In the comfortable office in the tall building, Naomi met with two potential partners - Ariel, a friendly and experienced man, and Miriam, an energetic young woman who agreed on the importance of the changes the tech industry could lead.He: בזמן שהמזגן במשרד נלחם כנגד החום החיצוני, האווירה הייתה מעט מתוחה.En: While the office air conditioner battled against the external heat, the atmosphere was somewhat tense.He: נאומי החלה את מצגת החברה שלה בקול בטוח, אך לבה לא היה שלם.En: Naomi began her company presentation in a confident voice, but her heart was not at ease.He: בתוך תוכה, היא הרגישה הד קריאה לשילוב השפעה חברתית חיובית בחדשנות הטכנולוגית.En: Deep inside, she felt an echo of a call to integrate positive social impact with technological innovation.He: עתה, בזמן הפגישה הקריטית הזו, תפסה ההחלטה המשמעותית.En: Now, during this critical meeting, the significant decision took hold.He: האם להישאר עם התוכנית המקורית או להתאים אותה להשראת היום המדובר?En: Should she stick to the original plan or adapt it inspired by the significance of this day?He: ברגע השיא של הפגישה, נאומי עצרה, נשמה עמוקות, והחליטה לחשוף את מחשבותיה הכנות.En: At the climax of the meeting, Naomi paused, took a deep breath, and decided to reveal her honest thoughts.He: היא סיפרה על רצונה לשלב ערכים חברתיים במיזם שלה, להרמוניה בין הצלחה כלכלית לשיפור חברתי.En: She spoke about her desire to integrate social values into her venture, seeking harmony between economic success and social improvement.He: אריאל ומרים הקשיבו בריכוז, ובסיום דבריה, רגע של שתיקה חדר למשרד.En: Ariel and Miriam listened intently, and at the end of her words, a moment of silence filled the office.He: לאחר מספר שניות, אריאל חייך.En: After a few seconds, Ariel smiled.He: "נאומי, אני מתרשם מהכנות שלך", הוא אמר.En: "Naomi, I am impressed by your honesty," he said.He: "יש לך חזון אמיתי.En: "You have a true vision.He: נשמח לשתף פעולה ולתמוך במיזמים שמטרתם השפעה חברתית חיובית".En: We'd be happy to collaborate and support initiatives aimed at positive social impact."He: מרים נוסף הנהנה באישור, והתחייבה בתמיכתה.En: Miriam added a nod of approval and committed her support.He: נאומי יצאה מהמשרד עם חיוך רחב.En: Naomi left the office with a wide smile.He: היא הבינה סוף סוף - היא יכולה לשלב בין שאיפותיה המקצועיות לערכיה האישיים.En: She finally understood - she could merge her professional aspirations with her personal values.He: היא חשה בהקלה ובאמונה מחודשת ביכולותיה לשנות, והרגישה שהיא מצאה את הדרך הנכונה עבורה ולעסק שלה.En: She felt relieved and renewed confidence in her ability to make a change and felt she had found the right path for herself and her business. Vocabulary Words:shadow: צלblistering: הקופחתentrepreneur: יזמתpressure: לחץbuzzed: רחשהremembrance: זיכרוןmourning: אבלpaused: עצרהreflecting: חשבהchasing: רודפתpotential: פוטנציאלייםexperienced: בעל ניסיוןenergetic: צעירה אנרגטיתindustry: תעשייתsignificance: משמעותintegrate: לשלבinnovation: חדשנותcritical: קריטיתreveal: לחשוףharmony: הרמוניהapproval: אישורcollaborate: לשתף פעולהinitiatives: מיזמיםcommit: התחייבהaspirations: שאיפותrelieved: הקלהconfidence: אמונהmerge: לשלבrenewed: מחודשתpath: הדרךBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/fluent-fiction-hebrew--5818690/support.

Forty years into leading one of the country's pioneering community development financial institutions, Elyse Cherry has changed nearly everything about how BlueHub Capital does its work — and nearly nothing about why. In this week's reflection, Carrie Fox sits with what that distinction makes possible, and why the leaders who last tend to be fixed on a question rather than attached to a product.It's a short conversation about proximity, persistence, and a particular kind of courage — the quiet kind that looks less like defiance and more like refusing to stop. If you've ever felt forced to choose between staying true to your mission and adapting to the moment, Cherry has a reason to think you've been asked the wrong question. (00:00) - Welcome to Mission Forward (00:56) - Why Makes the How Possible (01:56) - Proximity is a Pre-Condition for Impact (03:10) - Courage Cannot be Silent

402-521-3080In this episode, we dive into the hidden world where money, manipulation, and human trafficking intersect. With the help of Mollie Champion, our newest staff member and anti-money laundering expert, we explore how traffickers exploit financial vulnerabilities and how everyday professionals can recognize in-person warning signs and support recovery.In this episode:Why understanding the flow of money is crucial to uncovering trafficking networksHow traffickers manipulate financial systems, debt, and economic controlRed flags and behavioral signs to watch for in person, especially in banks and financial institutionsThe role of emotional manipulation in coercion and fleeing situationsPractical steps for community members and professionals to help victims stay safe and escape exploitationThe impact of societal beliefs and systemic barriers on vulnerable populationsThe promise of technology, like blockchain, in safeguarding identities and preventing scamsHow financial literacy and long-term planning can reduce vulnerability to traffickingSpecial note: This episode offers critical insights into how financial awareness and empathy can combat exploitation. Whether you're a banker, social worker, community volunteer, or just a caring human, your vigilance makes a difference. Remember, traffickers often hide in plain sight, but with knowledge and community support, they don't stand a chance.Resources & Links:Set Me Free ProjectFinancial BeginningsSupport the showEveryone has resilience, but what does that mean, and how do we use it in life and leadership? Join Stephanie Olson, an expert in resiliency and trauma, every week as she talks to other experts living lives of resilience. Stephanie also shares her own stories of addictions, disordered eating, domestic and sexual violence, abandonment, and trauma, and shares the everyday struggles and joys of everyday life. As a wife, mom, and CEO she gives commentaries and, sometimes, a few rants to shed light on what makes a person resilient. So, if you have experienced adversity in life in any way and want to learn how to better lead your family, your workplace, and, well, your life, this podcast is for you!https://setmefreeproject.nethttps://www.stephanieolson.com/

Every social impact leader believes in their mission.Funders assume that too. What they actually want to know is why you, specifically, over the ten other orgs working the same issue, or the bigger name with more reach and a longer track record.Most leaders answer with passion, good programs, being impactful. Genuine things that still don't add up to a strategy.In this episode, Jonathan and I dig into a framework we use with clients constantly: naming your organization's exact role inside a broader social impact ecosystem, specific enough to defend, credible enough to believe, and clear enough that funders, staff, and partners all describe your org the same way.Jonathan brings Seymour Center into it as a live example, working through the question in real time.Episode Highlights:[00:00:46] Why differentiation is the one thing social impact leaders don't spend enough time on[00:03:25] Why "we do good work" isn't enough to win over savvy funders[00:04:45] Jonathan's own evolving answer to what role Seymour Center plays in Santa Cruz[00:06:38] The vague language and buzzwords that quietly sink an organization's positioning[00:21:24] Mapping the ecosystem: the first exercise Cosmic runs with every client[00:27:41] The moments that call for revisiting your role, from new leadership to ecosystem disruptionNotable Quotes:Eric Ressler [00:19:20]: "Passion is not a strategy. It's not a position. It's not a role. We can't compete on being the most passionate, because who's going to claim otherwise?"Jonathan Hicken [00:17:45]: "Someone's like, I love the ocean, I want to save the ocean, so we're going to create a museum to save the ocean. But that's the vagueness we're talking about."Resources & Links:- Seymour Marine Discovery Center: https://seymourcenter.ucsc.edu/- The Nature Conservancy: https://www.nature.org/Hosted by Eric Ressler, Founder & Creative Director of Cosmic, with co-host Jonathan Hicken, Executive Director of the Seymour Marine Discovery Center. New episodes every Tuesday.→ Subscribe: designingtomorrow.show→ Work with Cosmic: designbycosmic.comListeners, now you can text us your comments or questions by clicking this link.*** If you liked this episode, please help spread the word. Share with your friends or co-workers, post it to social media, “follow” or “subscribe” in your podcast app, or write a review on Apple Podcasts. We could not do this without you!We love hearing feedback from our community, so please email us with your questions or comments — including topics you'd like us to cover in future episodes — at podcast@designbycosmic.comThank you for all that you do for your cause and for being part of the movement to move humanity and the planet forward.

In this exclusive interview, we sit down with Nema Williams, the passionate founder and visionary behind the impactful brand Love Pure Soul, to explore how he is transforming the world of social-impact retail. Through a dedicated commitment to spreading love, raising awareness, and providing vital support to the autism community, Williams has built a platform that transcends traditional commerce. During our conversation, he shares the deeply personal motivation behind his work and his vision for a more inclusive society where every individual is celebrated for their unique perspective. For Nema Williams, the inception of Love Pure Soul was fueled by a desire to foster neurodiversity and champion acceptance on a global scale. Throughout the interview, Williams highlights his "one piece at a time" philosophy, emphasizing that every item created by his brand serves as a tactile advocate for the autism community. He explains that his design process is intentional, aiming to create products that not only celebrate neurodivergent voices but also act as a catalyst for meaningful, everyday conversations regarding empathy and understanding. He believes that by weaving awareness into the fabric of daily life, he can help dismantle the stigmas often associated with autism. Williams also discusses the tangible impact of his brand, detailing how Love Pure Soul successfully bridges the gap between creative expression and corporate social responsibility. He is transparent about the brand's core business model: every purchase directly funds autism advocacy, essential educational initiatives, and accessible resources for families and individuals navigating the spectrum. For Williams, true success is not measured by traditional bottom-line metrics, but by the brand's ability to create a sustainable, growing pipeline of support for the neurodivergent community. He views his business as a powerful tool for good, proving that conscious consumerism can drive real-world change. Beyond the products themselves, Nema Williams envisions Love Pure Soul as a beacon of hope and advocacy in an increasingly crowded retail landscape. He speaks candidly about the challenges and triumphs of growing an advocacy-focused brand, noting that his ultimate motivation is rooted in how effectively he can amplify the voices of those often overlooked by mainstream society. By choosing to prioritize human impact over rapid expansion, Williams has cultivated a passionate community of supporters who are deeply invested in his mission to make the world a kinder, more equitable place for all. As the interview concludes, Williams encourages his listeners dto recognize that their individual shopping choices possess the power to collectively spark systemic change. By aligning personal values with the brands they support, consumers play a vital role in his mission. Through his unwavering dedication, Nema Williams continues to champion a future where understanding, acceptance, and inclusion are permanently integrated into our everyday lives, one thoughtful piece at a time. Web: www.lovepuresoul.com - Ready to ignite the spark that levels up your entire life? Meet Ash Brown—the American powerhouse, motivational architect, and ultimate hype-woman dedicated to your personal and professional evolution. Ash is far more than a voice in the personal development space; she is a trusted ally who delivers a masterclass in real-talk wisdom and infectious energy. Whether you are navigating a crossroads or ready to scale your grandest ambitions, Ash fuels your journey with a high-octane blend of heart and hustle.

Reggie Townsend: Making Responsible AI Irresistible Responsible AI has a design problem. Too often, it is treated as a compliance exercise, a policy document, or a late-stage control, when it should be the operating system that enables organizations to innovate with confidence. In this episode of Scouting for Growth, Sabine VanderLinden welcomes back Reggie Townsend, Vice President of AI Ethics, Governance and Social Impact at SAS, to explore one compelling idea: making responsible AI irresistible. Drawing on decades of experience helping enterprises embed trustworthy AI into their operations, Reggie explains why governance must evolve from abstract principles to practical systems people actually use. As organizations race to deploy generative and agentic AI, the conversation has shifted. Responsible AI is no longer just about avoiding harm—it is about creating the conditions for innovation, resilience, and long-term competitive advantage. Boards are asking tougher questions. Regulators are raising expectations. Employees increasingly need guidance they can apply in real-world decisions, not just policies they acknowledge once a year. This conversation is essential listening for CEOs, board directors, Chief Risk Officers, compliance leaders, AI product teams, and founders navigating the transition from responsible AI intentions to responsible AI execution.   KEY TAKEAWAYS One of the biggest insights I took from this conversation is that responsible AI is fundamentally a design challenge. We have spent years writing principles and policies, yet many organizations still struggle to translate those aspirations into everyday decisions. Reggie reminded me that if governance feels complicated, disconnected, or burdensome, people will naturally work around it. Our challenge as leaders is to make responsible behavior the easiest path rather than the hardest one. I was also struck by how governance is becoming inseparable from business strategy. As generative and agentic AI systems begin making increasingly autonomous decisions, governance can no longer be treated as a legal or compliance function operating at the edge of the organization. It has to become part of product design, procurement, operations, and executive decision-making. Trust is no longer something we communicate after deployment; it is something we engineer from the beginning. Another important theme was the preservation of human agency. While AI can dramatically enhance productivity and decision-making, Reggie reminds us that organizations must remain intentional about where humans stay accountable. The future is unlikely to be defined by replacing people with AI, but by designing systems where humans and intelligent machines complement one another in transparent and meaningful ways. However, perhaps my greatest takeaway is that responsible AI should become a competitive advantage rather than a regulatory obligation. Organizations that embed governance in their innovation will move with greater confidence because customers, regulators, employees, and investors will increasingly reward trust. Making responsible AI irresistible is ultimately about making good governance so practical, intuitive and valuable that people actively choose to adopt it—and that may prove to be one of the most important leadership capabilities of the next decade.   BEST MOMENTS "Responsible AI isn't about slowing innovation. It's about creating the confidence to innovate at scale." – Reggie Townsend "If responsible AI feels like extra work, we've designed it wrong. We have to make it irresistible." – Reggie Townsend "Governance shouldn't be something you visit once a year. It should be embedded into every decision, every workflow, and every system we build." – Reggie Townsend "The question isn't whether AI will make decisions. It's whether we've designed those decisions to preserve human agency." – Reggie Townsend "Trust isn't something you add after deployment. It's something you architect from the very beginning." – Reggie Townsend "We're moving from governing models to governing systems of intelligence—and that's an entirely different challenge." – Reggie Townsend "The organizations that thrive won't be the ones that adopt AI the fastest. They'll be the ones that build trust the fastest." – Reggie Townsend "Responsible AI is no longer just an ethics conversation. It's becoming a leadership conversation, an operational conversation, and ultimately a competitive advantage." – Sabine VanderLinden "As AI becomes more autonomous, our responsibility as leaders becomes even more intentional." – Sabine VanderLinden "The future belongs to organizations that can turn responsible AI from a policy into a practice." – Sabine VanderLinden   ABOUT THE GUEST Reggie Townsend is Vice President of AI Ethics, Governance and Social Impact at SAS, where he leads SAS' global AI Ethics, Governance and Social Impact organization. His remit includes the company's Data & AI Ethics Practice, AI & Society initiatives, AI Governance Advisory, Standards, Regulations & Risk Intelligence programs, and Accessible & Adaptive AI efforts. He drives SAS' work on trustworthy, human-centric innovation across products, policies, and partnerships.  Reggie is recognized as one of the clearest voices in responsible and trustworthy AI. He has served as a member of the White House National AI Advisory Committee, sits on the board of EqualAI, and works at the intersection of responsible innovation, enterprise governance, social impact, and emerging AI regulation. In this conversation, he explores how organizations can turn AI governance from a source of friction into a driver of adoption, accountability, and growth.    ABOUT THE HOST Sabine VanderLinden is a corporate strategist turned entrepreneur and the CEO of Alchemy Crew Ventures. She leads venture-client labs that help Fortune 500 companies adopt and scale cutting-edge technologies from global tech ventures. A builder of accelerators, investor, and co-editor of the bestseller The INSURTECH Book, Sabine is known for asking the uncomfortable questions—about AI governance, risk, and trust. On Scouting for Growth, she decodes how real growth happens—where capital, collaboration, and courage meet. If this episode sparked your thinking, follow Sabine VanderLinden on LinkedIn, Twitter, and Instagram for more insights. And if you're interested in sponsoring the podcast, reach out to the team at hello@alchemycrew.ventures

Carmen Dianne and Kara Still launched Prosperity Market during the pandemic to bring fresh food and economic power to Black communities in Los Angeles—with no background in farming, no trailer, and no blueprint. Scrappy pop-ups in church parking lots grew into an 80-vendor operation, a Good Morning America segment, and an unexpected partnership with Dr. Dre. For more on Prosperity Market and show notes click here  Subscribe and watch Shopify Masters on YouTube!Sign up for your FREE Shopify Trial here.

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Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Abioduni Martin.

What does it mean to stay fully human in the age of AI?   Host Curtis Chang sits down with Pulitzer Prize finalist and acclaimed technology critic Nicholas Carr to explore how AI, social media, and digital life are reshaping human attention, identity, education, and spiritual formation. Carr warns that technologies promising efficiency often erode the embodied presence, deep thinking, struggle, and meaningful friction that make us fully human. Together, Curtis and Nicholas uncover surprising common ground in the urgent work of preserving human dignity in the age of artificial intelligence.   00:37 - Introduction to Nicholas Carr and His work 03:52 - What Is Technology's Social Impact 04:03 - Disembodied Communication and Negative Emotions 05:27 - What It Means to Be Truly Human 11:32 - Information vs. Formation 14:38 - Why Is AI So Unsettling? 18:54 - Stop Rushing the Adoption of AI in Education 22:02 - AI and the Erosion of the Self 25:08 - An Institutional Response to AI 27:36 - Forming the Next Generation 31:10 - Countercultural Imperatives for Leaders   Register for our America 250 episode recording with Russell Moore and David French Sign up for the Anxiety Opportunity Course Use the code: Goodfaith   Mentioned in This Episode: Nicholas Carr's The Atlantic article "Is Google Making Us Stupid?"  Nicholas Carr's The Shallows: What the Internet Is Doing to Our Brains  Nicholas Carr's Superbloom: How Technologies of Connection Tear Us Apart  Jonathan Haidt's The Anxious Generation Vatican document on AI, Antiqua et Nova The Christian Scholars' Conference at Pepperdine University   More From Nicholas Carr: Nicholas Carr's website Nicholas Carr's Substack: New Cartographies Nichoals Carr's blog: Rough Type   Follow Us: Good Faith on Instagram Good Faith on X (formerly Twitter) Good Faith on Facebook   The Good Faith Podcast is a production of a 501(c)(3) nonpartisan organization that does not engage in any political campaign activity to support or oppose any candidate for public office. Any views and opinions expressed by any guests on this program are solely those of the individuals and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Good Faith.

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