In this guest blog post from Kyle Bush, we're given interesting insights and a case study on how to use a layered approach to multiply your impact when engaging communities.
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On Episode 73 of Impact Boom, Simon Doble of SolarBuddy.org and Boo Boo Bikes shares his insights into how to create meaningful social impact, providing valuable learnings from his own journey and experiences across the social enterprise and charity sectors. Simon also gives his thoughts on government policy and the future of impact driven initiatives.
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On Episode 72 of Impact Boom, Prof. Jo Barraket of the Centre for Social Impact, Swinburne, provides strong insights from over 20 years experience as Australia's premier researcher in Social Enterprise. Jo shares excellent opportunities for impact entrepreneurs, government and the not-for-profit sector in order for them to create sustainable change.
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On February 8th, Impact Boom hosted its first 2018 event, with a packed house of passionate leaders and changemakers coming together to discuss how we might best activate system change. With no shortage of community issues to address, and a highly experienced panel, we knew this would be an intense and insightful discussion...
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Impact Boom has welcomed an amazing group of 27 passionate social entrepreneurs into the Elevate+ Accelerator Program in Brisbane.
15 high potential, emerging social enterprises are tackling an array of pressing community issues both locally and internationally, such as homelessness, refugee and migrant support, sustainable consumption, waste reduction, child malnutrition, and health problems. Projects are creating positive social and environmental impact and literally saving lives.
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On Episode 69 of Impact Boom, Dr Joana Casaca Lemos discusses the designer's way of thinking as a holistic way to reframe challenges into opportunities, she emphasises the necessity of understanding context and talks about the importance of having a community of practice.
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On Episode 71 of Impact Boom, David Carniel discusses his recent Stoned Surfboards project which challenges the current un-sustainability of the industry, as well as sharing insights into changing policy by design, blockchain innovations and advice for design students.
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On Episode 68 of Impact Boom, Kathleen Kelly Janus, Stanford Lecturer and author of Social Startup Success discusses key insights gained from hundreds of interviews conducted with social enterprise and non profit leaders and shares trends in philanthropy, policy, millennial engagement and collaboration with government.
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On Episode 66 of Impact Boom, Gerry Higgins of CEIS Group and the Social Enterprise World Forum C.I.C. discusses the history of social enterprise over the last 30 years, sharing valuable insights into growing the sector. Gerry provides strong advice for social entrepreneurs, talks about shifts in policy and what to expect for this year's Social Enterprise World Forum in Edinburgh.
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On Episode 65 of Impact Boom, Ingrid Burkett of The Australian Centre for Social Innovation discusses ways to create systemic change in some of Australia's most disadvantaged communities, shares thoughts on co-design and key skills required for both individuals and governments to effectively create social innovation.
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On Episode 64 of Impact Boom, Tony Sharp of Substation33 discusses why he believes social enterprise is the way of the future, shares thoughts on government policy and reflects on a range of community driven initiatives which are creating positive social change.
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On Episode 63 of Impact Boom, Keith Ippel of Spring provides strong insights for purpose-driven entrepreneurs, shares tips for effective leadership and talks about trends and a broad range of useful tools when running a business.
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On Episode 62 of Impact Boom, Ramsey Ford of Design Impact discusses the challenges involved when using social design to tackle issues in organisations and communities, as well as providing broader insights into social innovation and designers as change agents.
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On Episode 56 of Impact Boom, Allan English of Silver Chef Limited talks about purpose and provides some great insights and tips for social entrepreneurs. Allan also discusses the growing impact investment space, changes in the philanthropic sector, collaboration and social procurement.
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On Episode 61 of Impact Boom, Anna Guenther of PledgeMe discusses the world of crowdfunding, sharing insights and advice for entrepreneurs looking to raise investment funds, whilst making a positive impact on the world.
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In this guest blog post from Tom Dawkins, we're challenged to think about the way we perceive the world and are given a prod to analyse what opportunities we could harness if we were to see the world through a fresh lens.
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On Episode 60 of Impact Boom, Alastair Davis of Social Investment Scotland Alastair discusses Scotland's rich history of social enterprise, sharing reasons why the sector has grown considerably to create positive social impact. Alastair also provides strong tips for social entrepreneurs and advice on getting social investment.
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On Episode 58 of Impact Boom, Fiona Maxwell of Brisbane Powerhouse discusses large shifts in the not-for-profit sector, providing insight into the sorts of challenges non profits will face. Fiona also talks about collaboration, the rise of millennials in business and Brisbane as a thriving creative hub.
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How might you push the boundaries, change the rules and create solid impact as an entrepreneur? For Episode 57 of Impact Boom, we've compiled top insights and advice from 12 global leaders in social entrepreneurship to help you grow and be challenged as a social entrepreneur.
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If you were to ask 55+ global change-making leaders what books they would recommend to social entrepreneurs and innovators, which ones would come out on top? We're happy to say that we have the answer!
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