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The Business Gay is a weekly podcast all about business, marketing, and entrepreneurship. Hosted by Calan Breckon, it's a mix of 1-on-1 interviews as well as round table discussions with experts on hot topics happening in the world of business and tech, as well as tips and ideas to help grow your business.
In this episode of The Business Gay Podcast, host Calan Breckon speaks with founder and principal at Elle Community Strategies, Erica Charron.
With more than a decade working in the nonprofit community development sector, Erica founded Elle Community Strategies as a response to the evolving landscape of nonprofit/corporate partnerships and the drive for collaborative social impact. She is the author of various publications exploring complex social issues through community-based participatory research practices that aim to advance public policy. Erica is a certified diverse supplier with Canada's 2SLGBTQI+ Chamber of Commerce (CGLCC) and a proponent of social change.
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Links mentioned in this episode:
Ellecs.ca
Erica Charron on LinkedIn
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Key Takeaways for quick navigation:
[01:00] Economic resilience hinges on adaptability and cross-sector collaboration.
[02:30] Nonprofits and businesses must work together for effective grassroots solutions and scalability.
[05:54] Canada emphasizes collaboration over the US's capital-centric growth.
[10:15] Systemic inequities arise from unchecked capitalism, impacting all sectors.
[12:35] Businesses should prioritize social impact alongside profit for sustainable growth.
[15:04] Future-proofing requires creativity and adaptability in response to crises.
[26:19] Engaging in local policy forums helps businesses align values with social impact initiatives.
[27:53] Voting is crucial for younger generations to protect rights and make their voices heard.
The Business Gay
The Business Gay is a weekly podcast all about business, marketing, and entrepreneurship. Hosted by Calan Breckon, it's a mix of 1-on-1 interviews as well as round table discussions with experts on hot topics happening in the world of business and tech, as well as tips and ideas to help grow your business.
