Best Grant Trahant Podcasts (2025)

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The Cleobella Story: Creating Jobs, Style, and Sustainability - Angela O’Brien, Founder and Creative Director of Cleobella 26:52

17d ago26:52

26:52

In episode 230 of the Disruptors for GOOD podcast, I had the privilege of speaking with Angela O’Brien, founder and creative director of Cleobella, an ethical fashion brand rooted in global inspiration, artisan partnership, and sustainability. What began as a dream during a year-long adventure through Southeast Asia in 2006 has grown into a globall…

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Building Markets with Jacqueline Novogratz, Founder & CEO of Acumen 46:34

1M ago46:34

46:34

This content is for informational and entertainment purposes only, you should not construe any such information or other material as legal, tax, investment, financial, or other advice. ---------------------------------------- In this episode, I had the pleasure of speaking with Jacqueline Novogratz, Founder & CEO of Acumen on her global journey tha…

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Disrupting Water Infrastructure: Pulling Clean Water from the Air - Brian Sheng / Co-founder and CEO of Aquaria 28:52

1M ago28:52

28:52

In this episode of Disruptors for GOOD, I sit down with Brian Sheng, the co-founder and CEO of Aquaria, to explore how his company is reshaping the future of water access. At a time when nearly 30 million Americans are affected by water scarcity each year—and our infrastructure is failing to keep up—Aquaria offers a revolutionary solution: extracti…

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Transforming Medical Debt Relief with Jared Walker - Founder of Dollar For 35:40

1M ago35:40

35:40

In this episode of the Charity Charge Show we chat with Jared Walker, the founder of Dollar For, to discuss the organization's mission to alleviate medical debt through a comprehensive database of hospital charity care policies. He explains how Dollar Four automates the application process for patients, the challenges of funding through philanthrop…

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Building Markets: The Acumen Journey to Poverty Alleviation - Jacqueline Novogratz, Founder & CEO of Acumen 46:38

1M ago46:38

46:38

In episode 228 of the Disruptors for GOOD Podcast, I had the pleasure of speaking with Jacqueline Novogratz, Founder & CEO of Acumen on her global journey that led her from the world of international banking to the heart of social entrepreneurship—beginning in Rwanda, and now reaching 650+ million lives through Acumen’s work around the world. From …

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Investing in Impact Startups Across the Middle East and Africa - Medea Nocentini, Senior Partner at Global Ventures 40:59

2M ago40:59

40:59

This content is for informational and entertainment purposes only, you should not construe any such information or other material as legal, tax, investment, financial, or other advice. ---------------------------------------- Welcome to Episode 88 of the Investing in Impact podcast. Today, I’m joined by Medea Nocentini, Senior Partner at Global Ven…

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(Crossover) $3B Raised, 500M Lives Impacted: Inside LeapFrog Investment's Bold Vision 51:35

2M ago51:35

51:35

Welcome to another episode of the Investing in Impact podcast. Today, I’m joined by Dr. Andy Kuper, Founder and CEO of LeapFrog Investments, a pioneering firm that has reshaped how global capital can drive profit with purpose. Dr. Andy Kuper, founder and CEO of LeapFrog Investments, has redefined how private capital can create meaningful change. Si…

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$3B Raised, 500M Lives Impacted: Inside LeapFrog Investment's Bold Vision 51:35

2M ago51:35

51:35

This content is for informational and entertainment purposes only, you should not construe any such information or other material as legal, tax, investment, financial, or other advice. ---------------------------------------- Welcome to Episode 87 of the Investing in Impact podcast. Today, I’m joined by Dr. Andy Kuper, Founder and CEO of LeapFrog I…

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Transforming Prenatal Wellness for Women and Men - Vida Delrahim and Ronit Menashe, Founders of WeNatal 39:48

2M ago39:48

39:48

In episode 227, we’re diving into a powerful conversation about reproductive health and a movement that’s transforming the prenatal wellness space for both women and men. I’m joined by the incredible minds behind WeNatal, a supplement brand designed to shift the fertility narrative — from a woman-only issue to a couple’s shared journey. When it com…

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Howard Fischer - Co-Founder of Gratitude Railroad Impact Investment Firm 39:19

3M ago39:19

39:19

This content is for informational and entertainment purposes only, you should not construe any such information or other material as legal, tax, investment, financial, or other advice. ---------------------------------------- Welcome to Episode 86 of the Investing in Impact podcast. Today, I'm joined by Howard Fischer, Co-Founder and Chief Evangeli…

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Howard Fischer - Co-Founder of Gratitude Railroad Impact Investment Firm 39:19

3M ago39:19

39:19

Today, I'm joined by Howard Fischer, Co-Founder and Chief Evangelist of Gratitude Railroad, to discuss his journey from Wall Street to impact investing and how Gratitude Railroad is building a community-driven approach to fund entrepreneurs creating lasting social and environmental change. Prior to his work in impact investing, Howard spent over 30…

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Transforming Healthcare Data: Aaron Neiderhiser, CEO and Co-Founder, of Tuva Health 39:23

4M ago39:23

39:23

In episode 226 of the Disruptors for GOOD podcast, I had the pleasure of speaking with Aaron Neiderhiser, CEO and Co-Founder, of Tuva Health, on transforming healthcare data with an innovative open-source model. By providing healthcare organizations with a robust and cost-effective solution, Tuva Health enables researchers, analysts, and engineers …

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Meet Parcel Health: Redefining Pharma Packaging for Sustainability - Founders Melinda Su-En Lee and Mallory Barrett 44:46

4M ago44:46

44:46

In episode 225 of the Disruptors for GOOD podcast, I had the pleasure of speaking with Melinda Lee and Mallory Barrett, founders of Parcel Health, on creating pharmaceutical packaging solutions that protect people and preserve the planet. Each Parcel Health package is crafted with compostable paper and protected with Parcel Coat™, ensuring that med…

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Impact Investing through Donor Advised Funds - Matt Eldridge, Executive Director of Realize Impact 25:49

4M ago25:49

25:49

This content is for informational and entertainment purposes only, you should not construe any such information or other material as legal, tax, investment, financial, or other advice. ---------------------------------------- Welcome to Episode 85 of the Investing in Impact podcast. Today, I'm joined by Matt Eldridge, Executive Director of Realize …

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Daryn Dodson, Founder and Managing Director of Illumen Capital 30:12

5M ago30:12

30:12

This content is for informational and entertainment purposes only, you should not construe any such information or other material as legal, tax, investment, financial, or other advice. ---------------------------------------- Welcome to Episode 84 of the Investing in Impact podcast. Today, I'm joined by Daryn Dodson, Founder and Managing Director o…

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Dr. Jeannie Annan PhD - Chief Research and Innovation Officer at International Rescue Committee and Co-founder of The Airbel Impact Lab 42:56

5M ago42:56

42:56

Dr. Jeannie Annan is the Senior Vice President and Chief Research and Innovation Officer at the International Rescue Committee (IRC), one of the world’s leading humanitarian organizations. The IRC responds to the worst humanitarian crises, helping people whose lives have been shattered by conflict, disaster, and persecution to survive, recover, and…

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Dan Fishman // Co-Founder and General Partner of Regeneration.VC 30:02

7M ago30:02

30:02

This content is for informational and entertainment purposes only, you should not construe any such information or other material as legal, tax, investment, financial, or other advice. ---------------------------------------- Welcome to Episode 83 of the Investing in Impact podcast. Today, we’re joined by Dan Fishman, Co-Founder and General Partner…

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Lime's Journey to Sustainable Urban Mobility - Andrew Savage, a founding member and VP of Sustainability at Lime 34:06

7M ago34:06

34:06

In episode 223 of the Disruptors for GOOD podcast, I had the pleasure of speaking with Andrew Savage, a founding member and VP of Sustainability at Lime, on growing the companies sustainability efforts alongside its revenue growth. In 2017, Lime emerged as a fresh face in urban transportation, reimagining how we navigate our cities with electric sc…

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Disrupting Healthcare Education: Osso VR's Impact on Surgical Training 32:32

7M ago32:32

32:32

In episode 222 of the Disruptors for GOOD podcast, I had the privilege of speaking with Justin Barad, MD, CEO of Osso VR. We explored how his groundbreaking virtual reality platform is transforming surgical training, improving healthcare outcomes, and setting new standards in medical education worldwide. Traditional surgical training methods, while…

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David Lynn, Co-Founder and CEO of Mission Driven Finance (MDF): Bridging Capital Gaps for Local Economies 36:46

7M ago36:46

36:46

This content is for informational and entertainment purposes only, you should not construe any such information or other material as legal, tax, investment, financial, or other advice. ---------------------------------------- In episode 82 of the Investing in Impact podcast, I speak with David Lynn, Co-Founder and CEO of Mission Driven Finance (MDF…

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Bonus Episode: System Catalysts - How to Build Trust with One Acre Fund 31:26

7M ago31:26

31:26

Today, instead of our regular program, we wanted to play an episode from System Catalysts, a podcast about the incredible people who are fixing the broken systems that run the world. English Sall talks to the people behind One Acre Fund, an organization that supports smallholder farmers in Africa through a brilliant social enterprise model. They di…

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Where do .ORG emails come from? Jon Nevett, CEO of Public Interest Registry (PIR) 32:02

8M ago32:02

32:02

In episode 221 of the Disruptors for GOOD podcast, I had the pleasure of speaking with Jon Nevett, CEO of Public Interest Registry (PIR), on running the .org domain registry, internet governance, and the .org Impact Awards. In this conversation, Jon Nevett shares his journey from a legal background to the technology sector, specifically focusing on…

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Dan Barker, President and CEO of Halcyon, an incubator and investor in early-stage, impact-driven startups from around the globe. 40:56

8M ago40:56

40:56

This content is for informational and entertainment purposes only, you should not construe any such information or other material as legal, tax, investment, financial, or other advice. ---------------------------------------- In episode 81 the Investing in Impact podcast, I speak with Dan Barker, President and CEO of Halcyon, an incubator and inves…

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Cole Shephard, Partner at Legacy Group - Alternative Asset Manager Focused on High-Impact Investment Opportunities in Latin America 49:22

8M ago49:22

49:22

This content is for informational and entertainment purposes only, you should not construe any such information or other material as legal, tax, investment, financial, or other advice. ---------------------------------------- In episode 80 the Investing in Impact podcast, I speak with Cole Shephard, founder of Legacy Group, on his mission to become…

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Venture Capital For Equitable Supply Chains - Ed Marcum // Managing Partner of the Working Capital Fund 37:40

9M ago37:40

37:40

This content is for informational and entertainment purposes only, you should not construe any such information or other material as legal, tax, investment, financial, or other advice. ---------------------------------------- In episode 79 the Investing in Impact podcast, I speak with Ed Marcum, the Managing Partner of the Working Capital Fund, on …

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Gavin Smith PhD, Managing Director, Head of Equity Research and Sustainable Investing for PGIM Quantitative Solutions 36:03

9M ago36:03

36:03

This content is for informational and entertainment purposes only, you should not construe any such information or other material as legal, tax, investment, financial, or other advice. ---------------------------------------- In episode 78 the Investing in Impact podcast, I speak with Gavin Smith PhD, Managing Director, Head of Equity Research and …

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A Vision for Public Good in Real Estate: Derwin Sisnett, Founder and CEO of Adaptive Commons 38:25

9M ago38:25

38:25

In episode 220 of the Disruptors for GOOD podcast, I had the pleasure of speaking with Derwin Sisnett, Founder and CEO of Adaptive Commons, on addressing the urgent need for affordable housing for essential workers by reimagining and rebuilding forgotten spaces into high-quality homes. About Derwin Sisnett Derwin Sisnett is the founder and CEO of A…

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Creating Positive Change Through the Joy of Travel - James Thornton, CEO of Intrepid Travel 35:02

9M ago35:02

35:02

In episode 219 of the Disruptors for GOOD podcast, I had the pleasure of speaking with James Thornton, CEO of Intrepid Travel, on the company's mission to create positive change through the joy of travel. For many conscious travelers, the journey now extends beyond personal enjoyment to include responsible and sustainable choices that benefit both …

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Ethical Disruption of the Criminal Justice System - Lawrence Williams III // Partner at The De-carceration Fund 23:05

9M ago23:05

23:05

This content is for informational and entertainment purposes only, you should not construe any such information or other material as legal, tax, investment, financial, or other advice. ---------------------------------------- In episode 77 the Investing in Impact podcast, I speak with Lawrence Williams III, Partner at the De-Carceration Fund, on th…

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Building a Sustainable Luxury Brand // Vanessa Barboni Hallik - Founder and CEO of Another Tomorrow 34:10

10M ago34:10

34:10

In episode 218 of the Disruptors for GOOD podcast, I had the pleasure of speaking with Vanessa Barboni Hallik, Founder and CEO of Another Tomorrow, on her journey from finance to fashion and the mission behind the sustainable luxury brand. About Another Tomorrow Born from Vanessa’s desire to create a more sustainable future, Another Tomorrow offers…

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$239 million Fund Investing in Transformative Climate Startups - Amy Duffuor // General Partner of Azolla Ventures 35:37

10M ago35:37

35:37

This content is for informational and entertainment purposes only, you should not construe any such information or other material as legal, tax, investment, financial, or other advice. ---------------------------------------- In episode 76 the Investing in Impact podcast, I speak with Amy Duffuor, General Partner of Azolla Ventures, on combining ca…

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Transforming Public Systems for Outcomes - Caroline Whistler // CEO and Co-Founder of Third Sector 46:41

10M ago46:41

46:41

In episode 217 of the Disruptors for GOOD podcast, I had the pleasure of speaking with Caroline Whistler, CEO and Co-Founder of Third Sector, on the organization's mission to transform government funding for social impact. Founded in 2011, Third Sector is a national nonprofit organization that works with government agencies, community-based organiz…

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Suwha Hong, CEO of Indego Africa - Empowering Women Entrepreneurs: The Impact of Indego Africa 28:21

10M ago28:21

28:21

In episode 216 of the Disruptors for GOOD podcast, I had the pleasure of speaking with Suwha Hong, CEO of Indego Africa, on empowering female artisans with vocational skills, business acumen, and crucial access to global markets, transforming them into self-sufficient entrepreneurs. Since its inception in 2007, Indego Africa has been at the forefro…

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Beyond Hydration - Jayce Newton // Director of Impact at Liquid IV 33:26

11M ago33:26

33:26

In episode 215 of the Disruptors for GOOD podcast, I had the pleasure of speaking with Jayce Newton, the Director of Impact at Liquid IV. Jayce shared his inspiring journey and the mission-driven initiatives of Liquid IV aimed at expanding clean water access. With a strong commitment to making a tangible difference, Liquid I.V. is not just a compan…

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Meet the The Investment Bank for Conservation: Larry Selzer // CEO of the Conservation Fund 41:05

11M ago41:05

41:05

This content is for informational and entertainment purposes only, you should not construe any such information or other material as legal, tax, investment, financial, or other advice. ---------------------------------------- In episode 75 of the Investing in Impact podcast, I speak with Larry Selzer, the CEO of The Conservation Fund, on his journe…

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Hedvig Alexander // Co-Founder of Powered by People - Wholesale + Dropship made Sustainable + Backend Technology for Millions Global Artisans 38:25

11M ago38:25

38:25

In episode 214 of the Disruptors for Good podcast, I speak with Hedvig Alexander, Co-Founder of Powered by People, on bridging the gap between artisans and global buyers through modern technology and tools. Hedvig, the co-founder of Powered by People, shares her journey from being a Danish army captain to becoming an entrepreneur. She discusses how…

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Ash Bhardwaj // President and CEO of Onx Homes: Disrupting the Homebuilding Industry in a Sustainable Way 39:09

11M ago39:09

39:09

In episode 213 of the Disruptors for Good podcast, I speak with Ash Bhardwaj, President and CEO, of Onx Homes, on disrupting the homebuilding industry in a sustainable way. Key Takeaways from Interview The homebuilding industry is in dire need of disruption due to issues such as lack of durability, outdated construction methods, and inefficient sup…

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Building a Sustainable Family Office: Scott Saslow, Founder of One World Investments 40:49

11M ago40:49

40:49

This content is for informational and entertainment purposes only, you should not construe any such information or other material as legal, tax, investment, financial, or other advice. ---------------------------------------- In episode 74 of the Investing in Impact podcast, I speak with Scott Saslow, Founder of ONE WORLD Investments, on his journe…

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Sanchali Pal // Founder & CEO at Commons 27:44

12M ago27:44

27:44

In episode 212 of the Disruptors for Good podcast, I speak with Sanchali Pal, Founder & CEO at Commons, on helping people make more sustainable choices in their everyday lives. The app focuses on meeting people where they are and helping them make better choices when it comes to shopping. The app provides information on brands that are more sustain…

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Andrea and Jessica La Mesa // Co-CEOs of The Life You Can Save - Generated $100 million in donations to high-impact charities. 37:01

12M ago37:01

37:01

This content is for informational and entertainment purposes only, you should not construe any such information or other material as legal, tax, investment, financial, or other advice. ---------------------------------------- In episode 73 of the Investing in Impact podcast, I speak with Andrea and Jessica La Mesa, co-CEOs of The Life You Can Save,…

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Samantha Rudolph // Co-Founder at Babyation - Revolutionizing Breastfeeding with Modern Technology 26:24

12M ago26:24

26:24

In episode 211 of the Disruptors for Good podcast, I have the pleasure of speaking with Samantha Rudolph, the visionary Co-founder of Babyation. Samantha shares her inspiring journey of building a modern breast pump that is revolutionizing the breastfeeding experience for mothers everywhere. In the revolving world of parenting technology, Babyation…

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Alix Lebec // Founder & CEO of LEBEC Innovative Finance & Philanthropy 45:33

1y ago45:33

45:33

This content is for informational and entertainment purposes only, you should not construe any such information or other material as legal, tax, investment, financial, or other advice. ---------------------------------------- In Episode 72 of the Investing in Impact podcast, I speak with Alix Lebec, Founder & CEO of LEBEC, on helping visionary foun…

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Navjot Sawhney // Founder of The Washing Machine Project: creating the world's first flat-packable, manual washing machine that empowers women and girls to reclaim lost hours, pursue education, and generate ... 28:24

1y ago28:24

28:24

In episode 210 of the Disruptors for Good podcast, I speak with Navjot Sawhney, Founder of The Washing Machine Project, on creating the world's first flat-packable, manual washing machine that empowers women and girls to reclaim lost hours, pursue education, and generate income. Imagine a world where laundry isn't a chore, but a chance. A chance fo…

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Kirsten Dueck // CEO of NESsT - Investing in Front-Line Entrepreneurs for Sustainable Futures 27:04

1y ago27:04

27:04

This content is for informational and entertainment purposes only, you should not construe any such information or other material as legal, tax, investment, financial, or other advice. ---------------------------------------- In Episode 71 of the Investing in Impact podcast, I speak with Kirsten Dueck, CEO of NESsT, on breaking the cycle of poverty…

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Brett Hagler // CEO and Co-founder of New Story Homes - Solving Global Housing: The Balance of Philanthropy and Market-Based Solutions at New Story Homes 30:32

1y ago30:32

30:32

This content is for informational and entertainment purposes only, you should not construe any such information or other material as legal, tax, investment, financial, or other advice. ---------------------------------------- In episode, I speak with Brett Hagler, CEO and Co-founder, of New Story Homes, on using philanthropy and market-based soluti…

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Brett Hagler // CEO and Co-founder of New Story Homes - Solving Global Housing: The Balance of Philanthropy and Market-Based Solutions at New Story Homes 30:32

1y ago30:32

30:32

In episode 209 of the Disruptors for Good podcast, I speak with Brett Hagler, CEO and Co-founder, of New Story Homes, on using philanthropy and market-based solutions to solve the global housing crisis. The global housing crisis is a staggering issue, affecting 1.6 billion people who live without adequate housing. This crisis stifles the potential …

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Zoila Jennings // Impact Investment Lead at the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation 28:58

1y ago28:58

28:58

This content is for informational and entertainment purposes only, you should not construe any such information or other material as legal, tax, investment, financial, or other advice. ---------------------------------------- In Episode 70 of the Investing in Impact podcast, I speak with Zoila Jennings, Impact Investment Lead at the Robert Wood Joh…

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Alasdair Maclay // Chief Strategy Officer at GSG Impact 35:57

1y ago35:57

35:57

This content is for informational and entertainment purposes only, you should not construe any such information or other material as legal, tax, investment, financial, or other advice. ---------------------------------------- In Episode 69 of the Investing in Impact podcast, I speak with Alasdair Maclay, Chief Strategy Officer at GSG Impact, on imp…

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“I Don’t Need Water, I Need a Job”: The Deux Mains Story of Entrepreneurial Resilience - Julie Colombino-Billingham // Founder of Deux Mains 33:12

1y ago33:12

33:12

In episode 208 of the Disruptors for Good podcast, we speak with Julie Colombino-Billingham, founder of Deux Mains, on transforming lives in Haiti through business and employment. In the aftermath of the devastating 2010 earthquake in Haiti, a country torn apart by natural disaster found a beacon of hope and renewal in Deux Mains. Founded by Julie …

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Hardika Shah // Founder and CEO of Kinara Capital 38:10

1y ago38:10

38:10

This content is for informational and entertainment purposes only, you should not construe any such information or other material as legal, tax, investment, financial, or other advice. ---------------------------------------- In this episode, I speak with Hardika Shah, Founder and CEO of Kinara Capital, on transforming lives and local economies, by…

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