In this episode of Founders, Future, with host Mishal Saeed, we sit down with Alistair Scott, co-founder of the Legacy Collective, a platform empowering African social entrepreneurs and diaspora professionals through coaching, resource sharing, and collaborative learning. Alistair shares how his journey—from Jamaican roots to international development—inspired a mission to bridge gaps in global African ecosystems by fostering "common cause" connections. He reveals how the Collective’s unique model combines one-on-one coaching with group problem-solving, pairing early-stage entrepreneurs with young professionals to tackle systemic challenges—from agri-tech to housing—while prioritizing long-term impact over quick wins.

Alistair also unpacks his vision for scaling the Collective through strategic partnerships, in-person events, and a revamped digital presence, all while staying true to its core ethos: "There is no competition in social entrepreneurship—the problems are too big." From LinkedIn experiments revealing global engagement trends to rethinking funding for underrepresented founders, he offers a blueprint for mission-driven growth that balances organic community-building with sustainable revenue streams.