Impact Boom has welcomed a high potential group of 13 diverse social enterprises from across South East Queensland into the Elevate+ Accelerator Program. The enterprises, led by a group of passionate, purpose-led entrepreneurs, are tackling an array of pressing community issues both locally and internationally. Keep your eyes on this cohort as they work hard to maximise their impact!
Read MoreOn Episode 326 of Impact Boom, Marc Coloma of Heura Foods discusses the plant-based food movement that is addressing the negative environmental impacts of the meat industry, and how to constructively create long-lasting shifts in the ideologies of people.
Read MoreOn Episode 325 of Impact Boom, Alicia Wallace of All Across Africa discusses how creating equitable marketplaces and supply chains ensures positive social outcomes for disadvantaged communities.
Read MoreOn Episode 324 of Impact Boom, Lev Plaves of Kiva discusses how internet lenders are creating opportunities for increased financial inclusivity globally, and why microfinance is key to creating sustainable change for refugees and migrants.
Read MoreOn Episode 323 of Impact Boom, Marc Goldenfein Co-Founder of ArtsPay discusses the role of Australia’s art sector in creating sustainable and cooperative communities, and how people can create an impact through modified spending and conscious consumption.
Read MoreOn Episode 322 of Impact Boom, Lauren Kaufman of the Young Women's Alliance discusses empowering and supporting women to become future leaders of social change, and how entrepreneurs can modify traditional non-profit frameworks to create change.
Read MoreOn Episode 321 of Impact Boom, Scott Shomer of Helios Brewing Company discusses his recommendations for entrepreneurs to reduce costs, and preserve the environment through sustainable business practices.
Read MoreOn Episode 320 of Impact Boom, Philippe Ceulen of Innovation Architects discusses how maintaining innovation friendly ecosystems is essential for growing start-up businesses and his advice for managing mental health under stressful conditions as an entrepreneur.
Read MoreOn Episode 319 of Impact Boom, Milly Bannister of ALLKND discusses peer to peer mental health first aid support for Australian youth, the advantages of accelerator programs and her advice for entrepreneurs to manage burnout.
Read MoreOn Episode 318 of Impact Boom, Sven Stenvers of Impact Seed and WASEC discusses his insights into the Western Australian social enterprise sector, the Australian impact investing landscape and gaps that exist to help accelerate business for good.
Read MoreOn Episode 317 of Impact Boom, Marisa Sheff founder of Sock Footage discusses problems faced by people experiencing homelessness, how socially minded businesses can help address these, and her advice for entrepreneurs beginning their own change journeys.
Read MoreOn Episode 316 of Impact Boom, Nicholas Robertson of SwapU discusses circular economy principles, its relationship with social impact, and how the app is revolutionising recycling and exchanging value.
Read MoreOn Episode 315 of Impact Boom, Damon Gameau of 2040 and That Sugar Film discusses how communities are more effectively informing climate change policy, and how film and television can be used as a medium to convey social impact and societal changes.
Read MoreOn Episode 314 of Impact Boom, Lori Van Dusen of LVW Advisors discusses how social entrepreneurs can manage their finances to fuel social impact and why philanthropy plays a vital role in helping disadvantaged communities.
Read MoreOn Episode 313 of Impact Boom, Tim Middlemiss of Ripple discusses how organisations can build successful partnerships and where young adults can be best supported to create long lasting social change.
Read MoreOn Episode 312 of Impact Boom, Daniel Flynn of Thankyou discusses some of the key lessons learnt on their journey in creating one of Australia’s best known social enterprises, while sharing insights into giving models, unintended consequences and impact investment.
Read MoreOn Episode 311 of Impact Boom, Karis Gill of Social Stories Club discusses how the social enterprise model can help people surpass challenges to securing employment and why providing exposure for impact led initiatives is crucial to the success of the global social business movement.
Read MoreOn Episode 310 of Impact Boom, Camille Socquet-Clerc of Bloom discusses her insights into the impact investing space, what is required to get a start-up off the ground and how to secure sustainable investments.
Read MoreOn Episode 309 of Impact Boom, Paul Quilliam of yourtown and the Social Enterprise Network of Tasmania discusses developments occurring in Tasmania's social enterprise ecosystem and his insights gained from leading organisations supporting children.
Read MoreOn Episode 308 of Impact Boom, Monica Nowaczyk and Micheal McKay co-founders of Beebee+Bongo discuss how creating eco-friendly products can establish a competitive advantage for businesses, and the social benefits generated through employing diverse individuals from disadvantaged communities.
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