Magnify Your Impact

This is the conclusion of Maggie and Hannah’s conversation with Michal Oshman, the Head of Company Culture, Diversity, and Inclusion at TikTok Europe. In part two, Michal discusses how the concept of Tikkun olam can help create a successful company culture, how her time as an officer in the Israel Defense Forces impacts the way she leads, and what she hopes people will take away from reading her book, What Would You Do If You Weren’t Afraid?

Maggie and Hannah welcome Michal Oshman to the podcast. Michal has overseen international leadership and team development at Facebook and is currently the Head of Company Culture, Diversity, and Inclusion at TikTok Europe. In part one, Michal shares how her childhood inspired her to write What Would You Do If You Weren’t Afraid?​, what she’s learned about herself during the pandemic, and why there’s 'nothing more complete than a broken heart’.

Maggie and Hannah conclude their conversation with Dave Stangis, the Chief Sustainability Officer at Apollo Global Management and Founder of 21C Impact. In part two, Dave discusses how he helped Campbell's Soup define its purpose and values, why corporate citizenship is a value-creating enterprise, and how 21C Impact has advised CEOs and investors about “what’s real and what’s next.”

Maggie and Hannah welcome Dave Stangis to Magnify Your Impact. Dave is the Chief Sustainability Officer at Apollo Global Management and Founder of 21C Impact. He has spearheaded ESG strategies at multiple Fortune 500 corporations like Intel and Campbell's Soup and has been recognized as one of the 100 Most Influential People in Business Ethics. In part one, Dave shares his definition of Environmental Social and Governance, how he led the corporate social responsibility movement more than 20 years ago, and how corporate responsibility can influence a vibrant team culture in a company.

Maggie and Hannah conclude their conversation with Ally Svenson, the co-founder of MOD Pizza, a purpose-led, people-first, fast-casual pizza brand. MOD Pizza’s people-focused culture of inclusivity and diversity are evident both in front of and behind the pizza counter. In part two, Ally shares how raising a family and building a business works hand in hand, how MOD's philanthropic efforts impact communities, and the importance of having a great partner in life and in business.

Joining Maggie and Hannah this week is Ally Svenson, the co-founder of MOD Pizza. After founding and selling a couple of businesses in the UK, Ally and her husband Scott returned to the Pacific Northwest where they were inspired to create a family-friendly restaurant that was fast, healthy, and affordable. In 2008, they opened their first MOD Pizza in downtown Seattle, and pizza with a purpose was born. Five hundred locations later, the MOD Squad is serving pizzas to people all over the country and beyond.  In part one, Ally shares the inspiration for starting a Seattle-style coffee shop in London, what drives them to continue the path of an entrepreneur with a purpose, how taking care of their team (MOD Squad) has powered their success.

Maggie and Hannah wrap up their conversation with Mark Cuddigan, the CEO of Ella's Kitchen, is the internationally known maker of organic baby and toddler food. Mark joined the company 10 years ago because he was inspired by Ella’s mission to improve children’s lives through developing healthy relationships with food. In part two, Mark imparts some advice for leaders who may be getting pushback from their investors who think it is too hard to focus on profit and being a force for good at the same time.

This week Maggie and Hannah are joined by Mark Cuddigan, the CEO of Ella's Kitchen, is the internationally known maker of organic baby and toddler food.  Mark is a passionate advocate of business being used as a force for good and is a perfect example of how a business can be both profitable and purposeful. In part one, Mark shares when he realized that sustainability and using business as a force for good should be a priority and how Ella’s Kitchen continued to grow its market share during the pandemic.

Hannah and Maggie wrap up their conversation with Jessica Honegger, the founder and co-CEO of the socially conscious fashion brand Noonday Collection and author of Imperfect Courage. Her brand was launched as a fundraiser 10 years ago but soon grew into a multi-million-dollar business. In part two, Jessica shares the company culture at Noonday Collection, what makes her heart beat wildly inside her chest, and the importance of linked prosperity.

This week, Hannah and Maggie welcome Jessica Honegger, the founder of Noonday Collection, a social impact brand of jewelry and accessories made by artisans in vulnerable communities. In part one, Jessica shares the inspiration for starting her company, how she overcame her fears when she became a leader, and why we should take off our "bubble wrap”.