Purposely Podcast

In 2019, a few months prior to the COVID pandemic, Sufina Ahmad MBE beat off competition from over three hundred other candidates to land the role of Director of the John Ellerman Foundation. ‘The recruiter described me as a wild card, akin to a wildcard at Wimbledon, based on my race, age and gender. I was fortunate that the trustees were open to first time CEO’s or directors and bringing someone in who had potential rather than the exact same experience in another organisation’ While embracing the Foundation’s heritage, Sufina talks about ensuring its relevance and delivering impact through their support of modern-day issues and causes. #philanthropy #opportunity #mbe #uk #grantmaking #strategy #impact To read more visit: https://bit.ly/3TbDC5w

A big thank you to James Palmer for joining me on episode #103 of Purposely Podcast to share his mission. James is the founder and CEO of both Positive Capital - Impact Investments and Community Finance. 'swapping law for social impact investment' #podcastepisode Listen here for free: Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3xqycvk Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3S1heMt www.purposelypodcast.com

A big thank you to Amy Carter for joining me on Purposely Podcast to share her story as founding CEO of @christchurchfoundationnz 'Amy understands what it’s like to lead in a time of crisis and she shares the issues she dealt with and the emotions she experienced along the way' Listen here for free: Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3p6pjT6 Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3JEexNj www.purposelypodcast.com

big thank you to Kathleen Owsley for joining me on Purposely Podcast to share her story starting the BOSCH COMMUNITY FUND. 'A grant maker that focuses on the enrichment of science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) education' Listen here for free: Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3zqnBAP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3OTSi79 www.purposelypodcast.com

A big thank you to Hendrikus van Hensbergen for joining me on Purposely Podcast to share his founder story starting Action for Conservation. 'Committed to building and inspiring the next generation of nature conservationists' #podcast #nature Listen here for free: Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3zvHCam Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3cIQ6lh

A big thank you to Matt Siegel for joining me on Purposely Podcast to share his career story and why he started Green Thumb Media. Listen here for free: Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3OjIfbc Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3cqXX75 www.purposelypodcast.com

A big thank you to Gauri Manglik for joining me on Purposely Podcast to share her founder story starting Instrumentl. In 2014 Gauri and her co founder Angela Braren successfully launched Instrumentl having been backed by Y Combinator. Instrumentl is a web based SaaS solution that helps smooth the transfer of funds between institutions and the causes they want to support. Prior to that Gauri had started Fondu which she sold to Airbnb - #techforgood #techpodcast #philanthropy Listen here for free: Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3yvXl7r Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3PlIBil www.purposelypodcast.com

A big thank you to Jamie Newth for joining me on Purposely Podcast to share his founder story starting Soul Capital. An academic and entrepreneur, Jamie is one of the key exponents of impact investing in New Zealand. Listen here for free: Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3P25iId Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3P0eQn1 www.purposelypodcast.com

A big thank you to Julia Capon for joining me on Purposely Podcast to share her founder story starting @juliacapon_dogoodjobs, Eco Geek Company and Thundergrid. You will hear how Julia is a serial social entrepreneur that is focused on building businesses that balance purpose and impact alongside profit. Listen here for free: Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3bwAS2o Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3OrMFh5 www.purposelypodcast.com

A big thank you to Michael Stevens for joining me on Purposely Podcast to share his story as architect and creator of Rainbow Tick. The Rainbow Tick certification is about accepting and valuing people in the workplace, embracing the diversity of sexual and gender identities. Inspired by similar initiatives abroad you will hear how Michael was primarily motivated about mental health when he launched it in 2014 - 'It was about positively impacting people’s mental health' Listen here for free: Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3O7uSLU Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3QJidAC www.purposelypodcast.com

A big thank you to Elina Ashimbayeva for joining me on Purposely Podcast to share her founder story starting @storyo.co Loosely based on the Humans of New York, a famous photo blog shining a light on the people of all genders, race and class. @storyo.co celebrates the stories of women and gender diverse folk in New Zealand'. Listen here for free: Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/39lvgap Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3mMhOj2 #podcast #contentcreator #founder  #inspiration https://www.storyo.co.nz/ www.purposelypodcast.com

A big thank you to Dr Carol Homden CBE for joining me on Purposely Podcast to share her leadership story. @princestrust I worked for Carol at @princestrust so a special episode of Purposely for me. Carol is Chief Executive Officer of @coram.uk as well Chair of both @diabetesuk and The National Autistic Society. Listen here for free: Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3MyIWfF Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3QdvgtR #podcast #fundraising #leadership #inspiration www.purposelypodcast.com

A big thank you to Simon Lucas for joining me on Purposely Podcast to share his founder story. Simon is founder and CEO of Society: Global Executive Search a B Corp search company with offices in the UK, USA and New Zealand. Listen here for free: Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3zdHNYd Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3ay3UOD #podcast #society #uk #nz #usa www.purposelypodcast.com

A big thank you to Qiulae Wong for joining Purposely Podcast to share her story. Qiulae is @blab’s (@bcorporation) first full time employee in country and this reflects the increased popularity of B Corp Certification and 'business for good'. B Lab is a nonprofit network transforming the global economy to benefit all people, communities, and the planet. Listen here for free: Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3sS4VqW Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3wAueA6 www.purposelypodcast.com

A big thank you to Andrea Brewster for joining Purposely Podcast to share her story. Andrea is a great example of someone who is driven to help others. In this episode she shares her passion for purpose driven businesses and entrepreneurship. She is a prolific volunteer and is committed to helping women and girls reach their full potential. Listen here for free: Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/38p0du4 Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3wxkeX8 www.purposelypodcast.com

A big thank you to Rui Peng for joining Purposely Podcast to share his co founder story with Critical. The start up focuses on achieving environmental sustainability through waste reduction by repurposing plastic. Rui shares his vision for the future and how he and his co-founder Adam Ransfield overcame some incredible challenges to stay the course, including losing their brand new factory to a tornado in 2021. They have been part of Startmate Accelerator 2022. #sustainability #startup #podcast #circulareconomy Listen here for free: Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3P0vmEm Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3vVXTDK www.purposelypodcast.com

A big thank you to Tim Jones - The Grow Good Guy for joining Purposely Podcast to share his journey from the British Army, medical sales to New Zealand's first B Corp consultant and 'business for good' expert. Listen here for free: Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3KBNEbK Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3LNxIEE Tim also shares his thoughts on purpose and identity in episode 84 of Purposely, released tonight. @bcorpanz @bcorporation

A big thank you to Dave Rouse CEO @carbon.click for joining Purposely Podcast to share his story, from medical student and pilot to tech entrepreneur and investor. Listen here for free: Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3vroTJy Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3OoJO91 www.purposelypodcast.com

A big thank you to Rachel Brown ONZM (She/Her) CEO & founder Sustainable Business Network for joining Purposely Podcast to share her story and passion for sustainable business. Listen here for free: Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3v8bjuJ Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3uzeb4s www.purposelypodcast.com

A big thank you to Professor Ioannis Ioannou from London Business School for joining Purposely Podcast to share his thoughts on ESG, sustainability and how he is positive about the future... ‘good people of the world will eventually dominate the bad things of the world and get us to that more sustainable future that we all deserve’. Listen here for free: Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3qJU55l Spotify: https://spoti.fi/36RPK9l