Changemakers Collective

When we think about partnerships, we often think we have to give up ownership of our organization, but that isn’t always the case. In this episode, we discuss the importance of impact partnerships and community collaboration in business and nonprofit organizations. Our conversation highlights key aspects of forming partnerships, such as identifying needs, collaborating for growth, and establishing...

If you started your business to create impact in your community, you might have quickly learned that you also need to make money in order for your business to thrive. In this episode, we answer a question we get asked all the time: should I prioritize my income or my impact first? Whether you’re trying to work your way back to making an impact after getting stuck in daily operations, or you’re try...

It’s an exciting position to find yourself in: having more money than needed for immediate expenses at the end of the year. So, the big question is: what should you do with these leftover profits? Should you reinvest, save, support your community, or do a mix of the above? In this episode, we share the exact thought process to follow to make sure you’re stewarding your extra profits well. ➡️ If yo...

Strategic planning is crucial for the success of your company in the upcoming year, but there are so many things that organizations get wrong when it comes to planning. In this episode, we break down the mistakes we often see during the strategic planning process, and how you can avoid them to make 2025 the best year yet.  ➡️ If you’d like a more step-by-step approach to your annual strategic plan...

Welcome, Changemakers! In the first-ever episode of the Changemakers Collective podcast, we’re talking about the ethos of our company: impact. Impact is so much more than a slogan, a list of core values, or even a lump sum donation. It’s about leveraging your company to solve problems in your community, and we’re here to show you exactly what that looks like and how you can start amplifying the vo...

You started your business to solve a problem and leave a lasting impact in the world, but now the inertia of your business has taken over and you’re too busy and burned out to serve your community. That’s where we come in! Hosted by Scott Woods and Steff Thomas, the team behind Silverback Ventures, the Changemakers Collective podcast is here to help impact-driven business owners like you accelerat...