Ethos Giving

Have you ever gone to a #socialimpact or #nonprofit event and thought, “That money could have been better spent serving XYZ goal…” I know I certainly have, and so has this week’s #socialimpactpowerchat guest Jodie Blum. In fact, it was at the heart of her decision to launch The Co-llective Social Impact Agency over 8 years ago. Jodie’s aim is to bring substance and strategy to 100% of the #socialimpactevents she touches, with everyone attending being clear that "production with a purpose" was at the heart of decision making (not an afterthought). Check out the episode at [https://lnkd.in/ggQ5f4dX] to hear how she works with entertainers, athletes, and brands to make an impact in a more meaningful and mindful way, and tips for how you can, too!

The cadence for so many in #socialimpact, #ESG, and #CSR work is go, go go … do, do, do. In this week’s #SocialImpactPowerChat - Kaci Y. Patterson, MBA, brilliant impact expert and founder of Social Good Solutions - discusses how she’s changing the rhythm for her team through intentional #Rest, and how this human-centered philosophy is also reflected in how they co-design community-based work. Could updating your processes improve your ability to do good across the board? Catch all of Kaci's wisdom in the full episode: [https://lnkd.in/g6Z6K-Dz]. 

You’ve probably heard of #greenwashing, but have you ever heard of the inverted concept: #greenhushing? In this week’s episode of #SocialImpactPowerChats, StratLabs CEO and Founder Elizabeth Neufeld breaks down this (new to us) term, and suggests that companies sometimes fail to convey the essence of their #ESG work because they are so hung up on the technicality of it all. She encourages businesses to get back to basics, and not miss an opportunity to share meaningful, authentic work. Give the episode a listen here [https://lnkd.in/gC2a_xAg ], and let us know what you think! 

In this week’s #SocialImpactPowerChat, I had the opportunity to chat with the very lovely Jon Schultz, Group Director at top ad agency David&Goliath. We go deep on purpose-based #advertising and #ESGmarketing, and how to make it count. From Fortune 100 retainer clients to impactful pro bono work, Jon shares some great examples of how David & Goliath is shaping narratives that drive positive change. If you work at the intersection of creativity and conscience, this episode is for you! Catch the full chat here: https://bit.ly/3z90rm3

Know anyone with a Master’s Degree in #CorporateSocialResponsibility? Well, now you do! On this week’s #SocialImpactPowerChat, we are joined by the inspiring Taylor Amerman, who shares how studying #CSR at University of Nottingham helped her get to where she is today. As the Director of Global Social Impact at CDW, a #Fortune500 technology company, Taylor digs into how she thinks about digital equity, empowering coworkers to get involved in their local communities, and aligning corporate and CSR values. Give the full episode a listen here: https://bit.ly/3VFgCQz

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“If corporations are treated like people, then we should encourage them to be good “people” in society, right?”! This is a great thesis from a great thinker (and lovely person) — Darren Sudman, Founder and CEO of social impact consulting firm Unless. In this week’s Social Impact Power Chat, Darren walks us through his path from bankruptcy lawyer to nonprofit founder to corporate executive to social impact consultant, and how in his current day-to-day, he helps companies leave it better than they found it. Listen to this wisdom-packed chat here: spoti.fi/4e4MPYM

Deidre Lind, who now runs A Better Impact consulting agency, is an impact maven with some of the best experience in the business. In this week’s #SocialImpactPowerChat, Deidre takes us back to four years ago. It was the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic and she and her team at Mayor's Fund for Los Angeles activated philanthropy and policy to help Angelenos in need. In less than a month, almost $36.7M had been distributed to over 100,000 individuals! Find this can’t-miss episode here: bit.ly/44QI6Ws

Across the #socialimpact space, all eyes have been on #regulatoryupdates in the US and abroad that are pushing the envelope when it comes to accountability and transparency. On the Business Fights Poverty Social Impact Pioneers podcast, Ethos Giving CEO, Emily Kane Miller explains why organizations can’t just check boxes in this new world order, and how to get ahead of the curve.  

We had double the fun speaking with ✌️guests in ☝️#SocialImpactPowerChat episode!! The dynamic duo that is Bryan Breckenridge and Corey Marshall of VITAL discuss their journey into #socialimpact work and the importance of integrating impact into the DNA of companies. Bryan and Corey highlight the need for impact professionals to speak the #languageofbusiness and align #impactstrategies with the core objectives of the organization. This chat is riddled with pearls of wisdom (and some laughter, too!) If you’re thinking about how to marry your impact work with #revenuegrowth, #employeeengagement, and #brandreputation, give this episode a listen at bit.ly/4b8cCO1 and make sure to doubleclick on what VITAL is offering. You’ll be glad you did!