Impact After Hours

Building a community doesn’t have to be complicated. While conferences and social clubs create valuable opportunities to gather, exchange ideas, and connect with changemakers, there are many smaller, more accessible ways to build community and drive meaningful social change. In this episode Denielle Sachs, Chief Impact Officer at The Conduit, a global community of changemakers working across socia...

Work can overwhelm us, but finding balance, making time for ourselves, and staying grounded can help us show up more fully at work and in our lives. In this episode, Faith Taylor, Senior Vice President of Global Sustainability and Social Impact at Kyndryl, shares how she stepped away from the workplace for several years to live her life, and returned to work with a renewed perspective. We talk abo...

What do you do when people tell you that your dream job isn’t realistic? You create your own path. Kristy Drutman, founder of Brown Girl Green and co-founder of Green Jobs Board shares how she built an unconventional career in climate. From viral social media moments, to ignoring “no’s” and inviting herself into rooms she wasn’t in. In this episode we discuss how to build a career in an unpredicta...

On the surface, the path from journalist to CEO may not seem linear, but Stephanie Mehta’s career proves just how connected the worlds of journalism,  and leadership can be. From a business journalist to becoming CEO and Chief Content Officer of Mansueto Ventures, Stephanie shares career advice for early journalism professionals looking to start, grow, and sustain a career in media. She discu...

We’re learning all about national parks in this episode with Dawn Rodney, a multi-Emmy-award winner, and Chief External Affairs Officer at the National Park Foundation. She breaks down the different types of national parks, shares how visitors can help protect these magical places, and explores the unique American history behind the National Park System. Whether you work at a non-profit, love visi...

Today, instead of our regular Impact After Hours, we're sharing a show we produce at Hueman Group Media that we think you'll love. It's System Catalysts, a podcast where host English Sall interviews activists, philanthropists, and changemakers who put their egos aside to improve the systems that run the world.  This episode is with Abby Falik, the founder of Global Citizen Year and now founde...

Ever wondered what a cartographer actually does? Today’s guest answers that question—along with a few others. Kaitlin Yarnall started as a cartographer at National Geographic. Twenty years later, she is now their Chief Storytelling Officer. In this episode, Kaitlin shares how she built "careers within a career" at the same institution, what it was like seeing ancient gold being pulled out from the...

How did an interest in psychology and religion evolve into a sustainability career? Well former VP of Sustainability at Booking Holdings, Kate Heiny, walks us through her path towards a purpose-driven career - balancing her many interests with lifestyle needs. We also discuss simple ways to travel sustainably, and debunk popular myths around traveling. To learn more about Booking Holdings, visit:...

Storytelling helps bring clarity to some of the most complex ideas in social impact - like climate change, sustainability or biotech . In this episode, Laura Kline, Chief Communications Officer and Senior Partner at Flagship Pioneering shares how strategic messaging can inspire people to take action, not just feel inspired. We also discuss how she excels in a science focused career with a love for...

Growth rarely comes from inside our comfort zones, but the lessons gained from hard experiences are almost ALWAYS worth it. In this episode, Madeline Hutchinson, Global Head of Tech Philanthropy at Morgan Stanley, discusses her journey from finance to tech to social impact - and all the challenges - and lessons - that came along the way. She shares the impact of yearly Misogis, how we can all use...

Rebranding a business is complicated, but reinventing yourself can feel a lot harder. Our guest, Pam Morrisroe has experienced both firsthand. Before she became Chief Marketing Officer at Breakthrough T1D - formerly JDRF - she built a strong career in the corporate, advertising world. This pivot required her to take a leap into the unknown (which involved a 16 interview hiring process) In this epi...

For over 30 years, Idealist has helped millions of people find jobs in the social impact sector. In this episode, we visit the Idealist office in New York City for an in-person conversation with Ami Dar, Founder and Executive Director of Idealist. Ami shares his unconventional path to entrepreneurship, practical advice for job seekers, and debunks myths about non-profits and social impact careers....

Has your job ever clashed with your personality? Well Joung-ah Gedini Williams, Chief Communications and Marketing Officer at The Center for Reproductive Rights understands this first hand. Her 30 year career with the UN Refugee Agency took her to over 100 countries, and required stepping outside of her comfort zone - but that’s sometimes the trade-off when you're following your purpose.  Let...

The way we talk about climate change influences the progress we make. In this episode, Kate Bassset, VP of Marketing and Communication at Galvanize breaks down what we’re getting right - and wrong - when it comes to climate communication. She shares how optimism isn’t just a mood, but a muscle, and how we can practice pragmatic optimism. Bonus surprise! Kate has an interesting connection to Camera...

If you’ve ever wondered how to turn your passions into a profession, listen up. In this episode Rukiya Kelly, Global Head of Corporate Impact and Engagement at FICO, talks about transforming your dreams into purpose. We talk about the bad career advice that unexpectedly helped her, the everyday need for financial literacy, and how your relationship with FICO is a lot deeper than you think. &n...

Social impact requires a super wide set of skills. Public speaking, data analysis, movement organizing, networking… the list is endless. However, in this episode, Melanie Newell, President at Public U.S. reveals some of the most important skills in social impact that often get overlooked. She even  shares her unique method to avoid   dwelling on problems, and focus  on building real...

How do you fight the world’s ugliest problems, and still find beauty in the everyday? Well in this episode Safe Horizon’s CEO, Liz Roberts, shares her 40 year journey from social worker to CEO - and how she keeps herself grounded when doing very hard work. We also discuss what early-career professionals should look-out for when applying to companies, and tips on advancing within an organization.&n...

If you’ve had odd jobs, taken unconventional paths, or lived a lot of different lives, tune in! In this episode, Marc Moorghen, VP of Marketing Communications at Lever for Change, shares his journey from DJ to world traveler to social impact leader to cat dad. We discuss how to embrace constant change, and strengthen your adaptability muscle. Marc also shares how Lever for Change has raised a comb...

What better way to celebrate women’s history month than with a pioneer of women’s sports media. Kati Fernandez is the Chief Content Officer at TOGETHXR, a media company founded by four elite women athletes - Alex Morgan, Chloe Kim, Simone Manuel and Sue Bird. Today, Kati explains how she and her team are transforming women’s sports every single day.  We also learn more about the company's ori...

WARNING! This episode will leave you hungry – for food… and information. Restaurateur, creator of MoonShot Snacks , and founding CEO of Planet FWD, Julia Collins shares sustainable food practices you didn’t know you needed. Complicated food labels, sustainable shopping practices, the impact of sandwiches –  these tips are good for you, and the planet! We also discuss how to explain food susta...

Humor isn’t just a great distraction from work, it helps strengthen how you do hard things. In this episode, Renee Wittemyer, VP of Program Strategy at Pivotal Ventures - founded by Melinda French Gates - shares why inane conversations are an impactful leadership strategy. She discusses how to ease laughter into serious conversations, how living abroad with her grandmother shaped her worldview, an...

On this show, we believe that changemakers should have intentional fun. Whether it’s starting a new creative outlet, dancing to 2000’s music, or creating a substack, Amy Lee – Chief Strategy Officer & Managing Director, Studio at NationSwell – embodies this mindset.  In this episode we also discuss how the social impact industry is evolving, what people get wrong about changemaking, and h...

Being purpose-driven means being a truth-teller, and since we’re being honest here, Patagonia sets a standard. Corley Kenna, Chief Impact and Communications Officer at Patagonia joins us to put a spotlight on what it's like on the inside of the outdoor brand. In this episode, she shares her mixed feelings about being labeled “trailblazers”, and gives first-hand advice on how to build a sustainable...

Here’s your permission to have out-of the box hobbies, while making the world a better place. George McGraw, founder of the non-profit Dig Deep, shares how he addresses the water crisis in America head on, and why he intentionally makes time to create art, just for fun. In this episode, we explore two questions (and get some after-hours insight into who George is off the clock): What can we do to...

Feeling stuck? Thinking about changing careers? In this episode, Kate Nack, VP of the Allstate Foundation & Social Impact, shares her transition from Olympic gymnast  to a new career, and how to approach life’s pivots with courage and curiosity. Kate also shares how her work drives youth empowerment and how her support system helps her stay grounded. This episode is all about taking risks...