On Episode 125 of Impact Boom, Minister Fentiman talks about the strong grassroots social enterprise movement in Queensland, and how government is creating a Social Enterprise Strategy to help support the sector, ultimately making a difference in the lives of vulnerable Queensland families.
Read MoreOn Episode 123 of Impact Boom, Sabrina Chakori discusses a practical response to the sharing economy, explaining her experience in building the Brisbane Tool Library (based at State Library of Queensland), and talks about how the ‘circular economy’ has become a mainstream term, sometimes misused, and points us to where we should be focussing…
Read MoreOn Episode 124 of Impact Boom, Gabriela Gallardo and Santiago Mejia Acosta of Yaku Latin Goods discuss how they saw a need to create a self-sustaining business to provide ongoing support to social projects, whilst sharing a few lessons they’ve learnt along the way.
Read MoreOn Episode 121 of Impact Boom, Louise Aitken of the Akina Foundation discusses what social enterprises need to know to deliver significant impact, she shares her views on how the government can most appropriately support the sector, as well as suggesting the core ingredients at the heart of any good enterprise.
Read MoreOn Episode 119 of Impact Boom, Alexandra van der Ploeg of SAP shares her experience in integrating corporate social responsibility into business strategy, rather than seeing it as a bolt-on, whilst providing insights into social enterprise around the world.
Read MoreOn 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.
Read MoreOn Episode 118 of Impact Boom, Robbie Semple (currently at Nesta, but will soon join Social Entrepreneurs Ireland), shares useful insights on the realities of starting and scaling social enterprises, as well as transitioning into social impact work more broadly.
Read MoreOn October 25th 2018, the Sunshine Coast Social Enterprise Forum was held with 200 attendees representing a broad range of sectors, local and state government. Impact Boom proudly supported the forum and hosted a panel discussion with some of Queensland’s leading social enterprise ecosystem builders. So how might we best create positive social change in the regions? Read on to find out.
Read MoreOn Episode 116 of Impact Boom, Camilla Marcus-Dew of The Soap Co and Clarity discusses using good business as a vehicle to tackle many of the challenges we face as a society and shares insights into how providing employment and confidence can create strong positive impact.
Read MoreOn Episode 115 of Impact Boom, Yasmin Grigaliunas of World’s Biggest Garage Sale shares insights about leading a profit for purpose organisation, with an emphasis on the importance of human connection and putting people first, which then sees profits follow.
Read MoreOn Episode 114 of Impact Boom, Caleb Rixon of the Genyus Network talks about his stroke at 23 and how he has used storytelling as a foundation to connect and empower other survivors.
Read MoreOn Episode 111 of Impact Boom, William Stubbs of Spur:Projects discusses why if you can’t measure your impact, he’d have to assume it’s not achieved, as well as providing insights into how he is trying to create a world that is fair, sustainable and well.
Read MoreOn Episode 110 of Impact Boom, Joel Solomon of Renewal Funds shares his experience as a trailblazer in the mission venture capital space, discussing impact investing, opportunities for social entrepreneurs and the long term wellbeing of humanity and ecology.
Read MoreOn Episode 109 of Impact Boom, Ben Gleisner of Conscious Consumers and CoGo provides insights into founding the technology platform in New Zealand, and how connecting consumers to ethical businesses can create positive impact for people and the planet.
Read MoreOn Episode 108 of Impact Boom, 40 speakers and delegates from around the globe share key themes, trends and insights into social enterprise which emerged from an energetic SEWF global gathering of 1400 delegates from 47 countries in Scotland.
Read MoreOn Episode 105 of Impact Boom, Jaison Hoernel of Good Cycles discusses how bikes are being used to change lives, provides tips for social entrepreneurs and discusses how momentum is building in the Australian social enterprise space.
Read MoreOn Episode 104 of Impact Boom, Luke Terry of Vanguard Laundry Services shares key insights from his journey founding some of Australia's leading social enterprises, provides strong tips for entrepreneurs & suggestions for government to improve support of the social sector.
Read MoreOn Episode 103 of Impact Boom, Mike Davis of Purposeful talks about the strategies and experiences that have helped him reach his entrepreneurial goals.
Read MoreOn Episode 102 of Impact Boom, Lucy Findlay of Social Enterprise Mark CIC discusses the story behind an internationally available social enterprise accreditation, whilst sharing insights and tips into government collaboration, impact measurement and running a social business.
Read MoreIn the lead up to this year's Social Enterprise World Forum in Edinburgh, we're shining a spotlight on the key factors which have led to a thriving social enterprise movement in Scotland. What can we all learn from Scotland's approach to tackling community issues and building a social enterprising economy?
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