In this episode of SproutCast social entrepreneur Geoff Gourley chats with Julia about pitching for investment and impact investing – what it is, how it differs from traditional investment, why it is important and the types of organisations that will benefit from it. He outlines what a successful pitch looks like, what investors are looking for and how you can present your organisation or company in the best possible light when engaging with investors.

Geoff Gourley on how to successfully pitch for investment

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In this episode Julia chats with with Andy Fallshaw, Co-Founder and CEO of Bellroy. Bellroy is a for-purpose business that makes wallets and other accessories but also works behind the scenes to effect meaningful change. Andy will share his vision and the decision-making processes behind Bellroy. sprouthq.net/podcast    

Andy Fallshaw on effecting change through business

In this episode Julia chats with Richard Evans, Managing Director of Talent Nation. Talent Nation is a purpose-driven executive search and recruitment company, specialising in environment, sustainability, NFP and social enterprise recruitment. They'll chat about the ins and outs of Talent Nation's vision and covering some tips for finding the right team.   Richard Evans will also be speaking at Sprout Summit 2017. He'll present on some of the questions you need to ask to recruit the right people, as well practical measures for uncovering talent and maximising the potential of your organisation. Join us in Melbourne on the 12th of October or stream the event from wherever you are in the world. Find out more at sprouthq.net

Richard Evans on purpose-driven recruitment

In this episode of SproutCast Julia chats with Helen Barclay, Managing Director of EnviroDNA. EnviroDNA is a for-purpose business doing exciting things with cutting edge science and they chat about the role and value of for-purpose businesses as well as her organisation's approach to continued innovation. Helen Barclay will also be speaking at Sprout Summit 2017. You can stream the event online or join us in Melbourne on the 12th of October. More information and registration at http://sprouthq.net/sprout-summit-2017/

Helen Barclay on using cutting-edge science in a for-purpose business

In this episode of SproutCast Julia chats with Morgan Koegel, CEO of One Girl. They chat about One Girl’s Mission and community engagement strategies and Morgan’s experience coming on board as the organisation’s second CEO at the age of 24. http://sprouthq.net/

Morgan Koegel on community engagement and becoming a CEO at 24.

In this episode of SproutCast Julia chats with Georgia Beattie, CEO of Startup Victoria. They discuss the Victorian startup scene and how new enterprises can find support and inspiration within their communities.   http://sprouthq.net/

Geoff Gourley on how to successfully pitch for investment

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