A Good Force – a GivingForce original series

content type Interview primary goal Educational summary In this insightful interview, Smruti Govan, Legal Director at PepsiCo, shares her unconventional career journey in human rights and corporate responsibility. She discusses effective strategies for integrating human rights into business operations, overcoming resistance, and scaling impactful programs across supply chains. keywords Human Right...

content type Interview primary goal Educational summary In this engaging interview, Cheryl Rosario shares her extensive experience in nonprofit, corporate philanthropy, and DE&I initiatives. She discusses her career journey, impactful projects, and insights on building sustainable CSR and DEI strategies that resonate beyond corporate cycles. keywords CSR, DEI, corporate philanthropy, nonprofit...

content type Interview primary goal Educational summary In this engaging interview, Denise Melanson shares her unique journey from a music booking agent to a leader in social impact within the entertainment industry. Discover practical tools, industry insights, and strategies for embedding purpose-driven initiatives into entertainment and sports, emphasizing authenticity, relationship-building, an...

content type Interview primary goal Educational summary In this engaging interview, Jessica O'Neill shares her journey from academia to impact investing, emphasizing the importance of rigor, innovation, and responsible use of data and AI in social impact work. Discover insights on measuring impact, building scalable programs, and the role of entrepreneurship in creating sustainable change. key...

Explore how Karen Arsenault, Head of Social Impact and Sustainability at Best Buy Canada, exemplifies building engaging, long-term social impact programs internally driven from within a large organization. Learn about strategies to foster employee engagement, collaboration with vendors, and creative community outreach. Main Topics: The misconception that CSR/ESG is only for reputation polishing an...

content type Interview primary goal Educational summary In this engaging interview, Sara Fromstein shares her journey from activism to corporate social impact, emphasizing the importance of trust, authenticity, and focus in DEIB and CSR initiatives. Discover how her work at Deciem and her insights on building belonging and impactful partnerships are shaping a more inclusive and responsible busines...

content type Interview primary goal Educational summary In this insightful interview, Roos Brugink, Global Community Investment Lead at AstraZeneca, shares her journey in social impact, the strategic integration of CSR initiatives, and the challenges and opportunities in health-focused philanthropy. Discover how AstraZeneca aligns its business goals with societal needs, measures impact, and foster...

content type Interview primary goal Educational summary In this engaging interview, Nina Rauch, Head of Social Impact at Lemonade, shares her journey from founding Pink Week to scaling impact programs within a for-profit company. She discusses the importance of embedding impact into business strategy, targeting younger generations for philanthropy, and overcoming challenges in social impact initia...

content type Interview primary goal Educational summary In this insightful interview, Helen Wilson, Head of Responsible Business at Rathbones Group, shares her journey from oceanography to finance, emphasizing the interconnectedness of sustainability issues and the importance of collaboration, practical impact, and adaptive strategies in ESG and responsible investing. keywords ESG, sustainability,...

content type Interview primary goal Educational summary In this engaging interview, Rohit Burman shares his journey at the intersection of business and purpose, emphasizing the importance of authenticity, trust, and resilience in impact work. Discover insights from his extensive experience in global brands, impactful projects like HIV prevention in South Africa, and personal lessons that shape his...

content type Interview primary goal Educational summary In this engaging interview, Erika Mork shares her extensive experience in nonprofit fundraising, international perspectives, and insights into effective donor engagement strategies. Discover how to navigate the complexities of philanthropy, the importance of community-centered approaches, and practical tips for securing funding. keywords nonp...

content type Interview primary goal Educational summary In this engaging interview, Stephanie Bormann shares her journey from HP to DPR Construction, highlighting innovative programs like 40 Days of Doing Good and the importance of embedding CSR into company culture. Discover practical insights on leadership, community impact, and fostering employee engagement in social initiatives. keywords CSR,...

content type Interview primary goal Educational summary In this engaging interview, Seth Laxman shares his journey from environmental activism to leading advocacy campaigns at Lush Cosmetics. Discover how he leverages employee activism, navigates corporate risks, and drives social change through innovative campaigns that align business values with impactful action. keywords Environmental activism,...

Keywords ESG, sustainability, responsible business, climate change, human rights, corporate responsibility, investment, diversity, inclusion, business strategy Summary In this conversation, Ejaz Rashid interviews Victor Riega, a responsible business manager at Rathbone's Group, discussing his journey in the ESG and sustainability space. Victor shares insights on the challenges faced in the ind...

Keywords Natalie Moore, Kareem Mostafa, Apps for Good, London 2012, education, leadership, nonprofit, collaboration, impact, technology Summary In this engaging conversation, Natalie Moore, CEO of Apps for Good, shares her inspiring journey from a shy student to a leader in the education and tech sectors. She discusses her pivotal role in the London 2012 Olympics, her transition to leadership, and...

Keywords social impact, corporate responsibility, leadership, mentorship, employee engagement, authenticity, community impact, CSR, social justice, non-profit Summary In this conversation, Ejaz Rashid and Kaiya Salemy discuss the journey into social impact leadership, the importance of authenticity in corporate responsibility, and the challenges faced in the field. Kaiya shares her experiences tra...

Keywords corporate philanthropy, Time to Give Network, executive time donation, charity, social impact, entrepreneurship, CSR, ESG, leadership, nonprofit Summary In this conversation, Andrew Kaufman discusses his journey as the founder of Time to Give Network, a platform that transforms executive time into charitable donations. He shares insights on the challenges of being a first-time CEO, the im...

Keywords CSR, education, mentorship, social impact, community engagement, diversity, equity, inclusion, corporate responsibility, leadership Takeaways Education is the foundation for social mobility. Community engagement in CSR is often cyclical and dependent on external factors. Good intentions do not always lead to impactful outcomes. Mentorship plays a crucial role in personal and professional...

Keywords CSR, ESG, corporate social impact, ethical leadership, stakeholder engagement, social entrepreneurship, community partnerships, youth development, leadership coaching, social change Summary In this conversation, Ian Duffy shares his journey from an engineer to a leader in corporate social impact, discussing the evolution of CSR and ESG, the importance of ethical leadership, and the lesson...