ImpacTalks

How can leaders create meaningful sustainability transformation in a world shaped by complexity, uncertainty, and competing priorities? In Episode 17 of ImpacTalks, we are joined by  Christian Kozina-Voit , author of  Klimaschutz mit System , sustainability scientist, and systems change expert. In this conversation, we explore: 🔹 Why sustainability is fundamentally a systems challenge 🔹 The gap...

In this episode, we speak with  Michael Yang , who is working at the intersection of circular economy, education, and organisational design. We talk about what actually happens when change is attempted inside real systems, why so many strategies fail in practice, and why the key to transformation may lie less in processes and more in human intelligence. A grounded and honest conversation on leader...

In this conversation with Katharina Schätz, we explore the powerful intersection of inner clarity and sustainable transformation — from leadership mindset to real-world impact. We talk about what truly drives change in organizations, how leaders can navigate complexity and resistance, and why sustainable transformation starts from within. If you’re working in sustainability, leading change, or sim...

What does it take to make research more open, inclusive, and impactful for society? In this conversation, we explore with Dr. Johanna HavemannDr Johanna Havemann how Open Science can drive sustainable change in research and empower scientists worldwide how  Open Science  can drive sustainable change in research and empower scientists around the world. From strengthening research visibility to buil...

In Episode #13 of ImpacTalks, we welcome Laura Payer, Founder of The Ambassador Factory, to discuss how organizations can build authentic and credible employer brands. The conversation explores why effective employer branding must start internally, with employees who genuinely represent the company’s values. Laura also shares insights on how sustainability initiatives gain credibility when employe...

Managing sustainability or managing our vision for the future? Celine joined us to discuss her career and her vision for ESG management. We talked about what's driving trends in the sustainability field and how important soft skills are for managing the sustainability of businesses. It is a good node to re-think our mindset and expectations around sustainability and green business practices.

As we conclude our year with the eleventh session, we discussed Simon's AI-powered sustainability reporting platform AITARK. He shared his learnings throughout the process of building his startup, as well as how AI can be useful for both business applications and green innovation.

For Episode #10 of ImpacTalks, we welcome sustainability expert Johanna Wagner to explore how emerging trends are reshaping the future of impactful work. Together, we dive into what it means to redefine impact careers, strengthen sustainability in hospitality, and design green finance that truly works. We also examine how education systems can become more future-ready and why green skills are rapi...

Community, Action, and Impactful Work: How is Gen Z dealing with Climate Anxiety? Sophia Perez shared her journey into the world of sustainability and impact-driven work with us. We discussed the importance of mental health in relation to environmental stressors, the need for meaningful work, and the role of community in fostering change. Sophia emphasized the significance of reconnecting with nat...

In this episode of ImpacTalks, Alix Barraud shared her insights on HR, sustainability, and the importance of creating a positive impact in the workplace. We discussed her background, the evolution of work environments, and the significance of education in shaping careers. Alix emphasized the need for sustainable practices in organizations, focusing on environmental, human, and organizational susta...

Early career researchers, local communities, and open science are all connected. How? Let's listen to Nancy and her journey with Access2Perspectives and Fashion on the Road Africa. We discussed building bridges between science, people, and policymakers, and shared the ways to give ourselves credit when starting our careers. Follow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/oikosconsulting Contact u...

By sharing his journey from being an aspiring tennis professional to an online entrepreneur focused on sustainability communications, Clemens emphasized the importance of positive news, the challenges of reaching audiences with uplifting content, and the impact of social media algorithms. We also dove into sustainability communication, the role of AI in content creation, and strategies for engagin...

What are we responsible for? Ourselves, our family, our pets, the environment, or the society? What is the healthy amount of responsibility? We dove into discussing the extent of our responsibility and the role of culture and politics play. Is it easy to find the balance so we can sustain our energy to keep making a change? Let's discuss it!

After Neema shared her education and career timeline, we dove into her journey of being an entrepreneur in tech. Her expertise in the ethics of AI helped us understand the importance of finding the balance between digital connection and surrender. While we learned about the potential improvement points of AI, she also talked about the role of technology in underdeveloped countries. Greatest thanks...

Sustainability isn't limited to the circular economy or green businesses. Sustainability also includes healthy bodies in sustainable ecosystems and urban spaces with engaged communities. We discussed our fitness journeys and dove into how training brings discipline and clarity into our lives. Would you connect your fitness habits with your community? We just did! Fitness truly helps us connect...

Thinkubator Co-Founder Alexandra Kick joined our session and talked about her career journey and her organization. With her entrepreneurship expertise, we successfully created a discussion around the connection between gender equity and climate action. As the listeners joined with their ideas and observations, we talked about the importance of creating collaborative spaces for underrepresented gro...

As Co-Presidents of oikos Consulting, Lilia and Hülya, we talked about our own journey with volunteering. We answered some common questions about volunteer work and its benefits. For the next time, send us your questions! hello@oikosconsulting.org oikosconsulting.org

Our guest speaker and oC Partner Stella Marie Viereck shared her expertise with us on how to create impact within our work and life. With the questions from our community, we shaped the conversation to touch upon role of gender in motivation and confidence. While acknowledging the first step is the hardest to take, Stella had many advice to those who do not feel confident enough to take a risk. Gr...

Dear Listeners, I would like to introduce oikos Consulting and Impactalks.  Oikos Consulting is an NGO helping students gain consulting experience and advance their sustainability knowledge to connect with SMEs and startups to provide budget-friendly innovative solutions. We aim to maximize our positive impact by raising awareness, creating connections and opportunities for students, businesses, a...