Impact After Hours

Want to share your story more effectively and stand out in both casual and professional settings? This episode is for you. Aman Singh, Global Communications Director for Sustainability at Kenvue, shares her journey of self-expression from when she moved from India to call America home. In addition to being an authentic storyteller, she also knows how to make a simple yet tasty 2-ingredient breakfa...

How often do you truly connect with nature? For Kate Williams, CEO of 1% for the Planet, it’s almost every day when she’s out skiing, hiking, or birdwatching. What about when she’s inside? Answer: rollerblading, weightlifting, ice-skating, and of course, working hard to save the planet. In this episode, Kate also shares a few love stories and parenting tips, and leaves us refreshed.  Learn mo...

Looking for the ideal trip itinerary with top restaurants, local gems, and stellar photo ops? Bhumika Regmi, Director of Digital Communications and Creative at the Malala Fund, has you covered. In this episode, we explore the beauty of her work and the joys of her life: matcha ice cream and springtime hangouts. She also reflects on her younger years and her time in Nepal, Mongolia, and Washington...

After turning the Trevor Project into a powerhouse for change, Muneer Panjwani became the CEO of Engage for Good. There, he created the Halo Awards – the highest recognition for social impact initiatives. In this episode, we get into how Queen B herself – Beyonce – inspired the award’s logo and design. We also learn about Muneer’s incredible family, his favorite rom-com and the best type of chocol...

Kathryn Finney – Managing General Partner of Genius Guild – is an expert at building businesses with women and non-binary CEOs. But when she’s not doing that, you’ll probably find her on her podcast, “Build the Damn Thing,” or on a couch watching the “The Real Housewives,” or even on a couple episodes of “Who Wants to Be a Millionaire” (yup, it’s a great story). In this episode, she shares a few s...

PassTheMic, Vow for Girls not Brides, Project Dandelion and Take it Down—these are just a few of the monumental campaigns that Jenifer Willig helped bring to life. But what is the CEO and Co-founder of WRTHY really like off duty? In this episode we get into cute Christmas morning traditions (yes we know it’s only June!) and the impact of an alter ego. Like in every episode, we get into Jenifer’s r...

What would you do if all of your responsibilities were paused for 24 hours? As the Chief Communications Officer at the Gates Foundation, finding time to unwind is crucial, and nothing helps Alex Reid more than a good… READ (sorry we had to!). This episode has book recs for days! If reading isn’t your thing - don’t worry, we also get into the violent, but fun, nature of lacrosse,  real-life su...

How does Ann Shoket, CEO of the Li.st and Founder of 10 Minutes to Togetherness build community when she’s off duty? Through carefully crafted dinner parties, making varieties of great pizza and of course, singing karaoke! As we like to say on this show, what you do off the clock, can have as much impact on people as what you do for work.. Check this episode out to learn how to connect better with...

As Chief Impact Officer at Selena Gomez’s company Rare Beauty and President of The Rare Impact Fund, Elyse Cohen understands the make-up of social impact. But she also understands the importance of wearing an eye mask daily, why lavender oil is a must for a cozy night-time routine, and the three essentials for hosting a great party. Finding all these tips in one space is “rare,” and that’s the “be...

Afdhel Aziz,  Founder and Chief Purpose Officer at Conspiracy of Love, is passionate about helping others find their purpose. By day, he runs the certified BCorp consultancy business, and by night, he’s writing poetry, making films and embracing new things - like producing his first pop music album at the age of 51. He’s just getting started.   Find out what Afdhel is up to here: https://www....

Shakirah Hill-Taylor, Chief Digital Officer at Fenton, loves books and babies. So much so that she became an accomplished author and a really dope doula. But between working at a communications firm for social change, delivering babies, and writing books, what does she have time for? Let’s find out.  Check out The Dope Doula: https://www.instagram.com/the_dope_doula/   Follow Hueman Grou...

Stephanie Benedetto, Founder and CEO of Aloqia, has thrived in several fields. As a kid, she sold homemade applesauce for profit. As a young adult, she became a corporate lawyer. Today, she runs a supply chain inventory business. Now, let’s see if she can answer the tough questions like: “chocolate or vanilla ice cream?” Learn more about Aloqia (formerly known as Queen of Raw) here: https://www.al...

As the Executive Global Director of Sustainability & Impact at R/GA, Bayyina Black is very busy. However, when she’s not making strides at the consultancy, digital design and advertising agency, she’s making movies, booking flights, and singing her heart out at concerts around the globe. Learn more about Bayyina Black here: www.bayyinablack.com Watch Impact After Hours on YouTube: https://www....

What does Susan McPherson, Founder and CEO of McPherson Strategies, do in her free time? When she’s not leading a BCorp-certified boutique strategy and communications firm, you may find her watching sunsets, reading the New York Times, and – unsurprisingly – making impactful connections. Check out Susan’s book, The Lost Art of Connecting, here: https://www.thelostartofconnecting.com Listen to the...

What are the world’s biggest changemakers really like off duty? Impact After Hours takes a fun and rare peek into the lives of your favorite social impact leaders (and ones definitely worth knowing!). If you want to kick back, laugh and be frivolous (all while changing the world), you’re in the right place. In each episode, you may find a great book recommendation, a new travel destination, or a u...