In this inspiring episode, Fiona chats with Jane Marx, the founder of The Beautiful Bunch, a flower delivery and event installation service that supports young women from refugee backgrounds. They talk about the challenges and rewards of running a social enterprise, highlighting the stunning flower arrangements and the positive impact customers can make by supporting this business. Tune in!

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• The background and start of Jane's business, The Beautiful Bunch
• The impact of the pandemic and lockdown on the business
• The administrative burden and financial challenges of running a social enterprise
• The potential for accessing funding and scaling after the initial stages
• Jane's journey and experiences that led her to social entrepreneurship
• The influence of volunteering and working with immigrant communities on Jane's decision
• The combination of passion for business and helping others in Jane's motivation
• Providing employment and support for young women from refugee backgrounds
• Grant applications and the challenges of applying for grants
• The importance of aligning job opportunities with individuals' interests
• Encouraging businesses to offer positions to individuals facing barriers
• Overcoming challenges and persisting in building The Beautiful Bunch
• Next steps for The Beautiful Bunch, including corporate collaborations, donations, and employment opportunities
• Providing funeral flowers with a social impact and repurposing arrangements as gifts

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