Erik Olson On Breaking The Cycle Of Poverty Through Purpose Driven Business And Fair Trade

On Episode 553 of Impact Boom, Erik Olson of Dignity Made discusses why employment-centric social enterprise models effectively address systemic issues such as human trafficking, and where aspiring changemakers can create sustainable impact by effectively applying business strategies driven by purpose.

Social Innovation, Social EnterpriseIndio MylesMarch 24, 2025Social Impact, Poverty, Community, Rural, Social EntrepreneurshipComment

Maggie Doyne on The Importance of Collaboration And Listening When Uplifting Disadvantaged Communities

On Episode 548 of Impact Boom, Maggie Doyne of BlinkNow discusses the importance of education and community led systems in improving the lives of children experiencing multi-dimensional disadvantage, and her advice for passionate changemakers who are taking the first step of their impact journeys.

Social Innovation, Social EnterpriseIndio MylesMarch 5, 2025Social Impact, Women in Business, Fundraising, Children, Rural, NepalComment

Paul Mizzi On Remote Employment Opportunities Helping Older Australians Live More Fulfilled Lives Regionally

On Episode 509 of Impact Boom, Paul Mizzi of Virtual Contact Centre Limited discusses the unique challenges preventing regional and elderly Australians from finding sustainable employment, and why remote work in addition to providing financial stability improves the mental health of employees through offering freedom and flexibility.

Social Innovation, Social EnterpriseIndio MylesSeptember 11, 2024Social Impact, Rural, Regional Australia, Employment, AMP Foundation, Tomorrow MakerComment

Megha Desai On Helping Women To Build Prosperous Livelihoods And Tackle Stigmas Surrounding Menstruation

On Episode 508 of Impact Boom, Megha Desai of Desai Foundation discusses running non-profits and community programs which cultivate dignity for disadvantaged communities, and how reducing stigma surrounding menstruation will lead to the empowerment of women and girls globally.

Social Innovation, Social EnterpriseTom AllenSeptember 9, 2024Social Impact, Not For Profit, India, Women, Women in Business, RuralComment

Tanya Egerton On The Role Of First Nations Enterprises In Preserving Heritage And Culture For Future Generations

On Episode 507 of Impact Boom, Tanya Egerton of Remote OpShop Project discusses the First Nations people throughout Australia leading social enterprises creating deep impact within their communities, and effectively balancing the environmental, cultural, social, and economic outcomes of businesses using the circular economy.

Social Innovation, Social EnterpriseIndio MylesSeptember 3, 2024Social Impact, Indigenous, Rural, Culture, AMP Foundation, Tomorrow MakerComment

Accelerating Indigenous Entrepreneurship: First Nations Leadership For Positive Social Impact

On February 4th, Impact Boom hosted the First Nations Impact Entrepreneurship Experience, bringing together Indigenous Australians for a workshop, networking and informative discussion on Indigenous business in Queensland and more broadly in Australia. The panel conversation and audience Q&A focussed on ‘Accelerating Indigenous Entrepreneurship’ with the aim of advancing the conversation forward.

Igniting Social Enterprise and Entrepreneurship in the Regional Communities of Queensland

On October 26th, the Logan Social enterprise Forum was held, bringing together key stakeholders to share ideas and experience, network and discuss the future of social enterprise in Queensland and more broadly in Australia. Impact Boom hosted a great panel which local and national leaders, with the aim of advancing forward conversation, ideas and the sector.

Matt Pfahlert On The Best Approach For Organisations, Entrepreneurs & Government To Create Sustainable Change

On Episode 76 of Impact Boom, Matt Pfahlert of the Australian Centre for Rural Entrepreneurship shares important characteristics of communities which are generating positive social impact, discusses key traits of successful social entrepreneurs & provides areas of opportunity for government & organisations to activate positive change.