The Impact Stories Wed, 29 Jul 2026 10:25:59 -0400 https://katapultfuturefest.com/ en-us © 2026 @ 2024 Katapult X yes e17b5e77-0803-5c82-a7d9-0fb38738dc05 KatapultX Studio episodic false As we look ahead to Katapult Future Fest 2025, scheduled for May 21-23, we find ourselves reflecting on the deep connections and pivotal moments from KFF24. The videos, photos, and podcasts captured last year aren’t just archives – they’re reminders of the real conversations and shared ideas that continue to shape our collective path forward.

We’re genuinely excited to introduce a new interview series that brings to light the voices of the investors, changemakers, founders, and thought leaders who were at the heart of KFF24. These individuals, each with their unique perspectives and relentless drive for change, played a crucial role in advancing the mission.


The content, produced by New Nordic Way, offers a rich collection of content, including on-site studio recordings, thoughtful reports, and in-depth podcast interviews with remarkable individuals from KFF24. The discussions span vital topics like activism, systemic impact, mental health investment, ethical AI, innovative approaches to land and sea stewardship, and the role of art in storytelling for social good. These conversations reflect the real-world expertise and personal reflections of global pioneers, offering honest insights into what the future holds.

These interviews are a reminder of the community we’ve built together and the shared sense of purpose that drives us. Listening back, we’re reminded of the hope and determination that fuel our ongoing work. We remain committed to this journey, knowing that the road ahead is filled with opportunities to make a meaningful difference.


]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) impact investing, leadership, innovation, changemakers, systemic change, community KatapultX Studio https://storage.buzzsprout.com/b8d54aoz9f9a4dzlzc1e0cv4a0xi?.jpg The Impact Stories https://katapultfuturefest.com/ Katapult X New Nordic Way Laura Francois: Transforming the world through wonder and awe Laura Francois: Transforming the world through wonder and awe What if the key to meaningful change lies in awe rather than fear? Join us for a compelling conversation with socio-environmental impact strategist Laura Francois, who challenges conventional change-making wisdom. With an impressive track record working alongside global giants like the World Bank and Greenpeace, Laura shares her insights on how awe can inspire creativity and foster a profound sense of interconnectedness. Together with Ronny Eriksson from New Nordic Way, we explore the concept of awe as an experience that expands our understanding of the world, sparking wonder and curiosity. This episode invites you to reimagine your role in making a difference, proposing that awe can lead to deeper, self-directed transformations.

Discover how embracing moments of awe can reshape our behaviors and relationships with the world. From personal stories about the mystical northern lights to the collective energy of concerts, we discuss how mindfulness and presence can unlock these awe-inspiring experiences. Laura and I reflect on sociologist BJ Fogg's model of behavior change, positioning awe as a positive prompt in contrast to guilt. We delve into fostering genuine grassroots change that impacts communities at their core, concluding with a thought-provoking question: What does effective grassroots change truly look like? Tune in to be inspired and to ponder the possibilities of awe-driven transformation.

]]> What if the key to meaningful change lies in awe rather than fear? Join us for a compelling conversation with socio-environmental impact strategist Laura Francois, who challenges conventional change-making wisdom. With an impressive track record working alongside global giants like the World Bank and Greenpeace, Laura shares her insights on how awe can inspire creativity and foster a profound sense of interconnectedness. Together with Ronny Eriksson from New Nordic Way, we explore the concept of awe as an experience that expands our understanding of the world, sparking wonder and curiosity. This episode invites you to reimagine your role in making a difference, proposing that awe can lead to deeper, self-directed transformations.

Discover how embracing moments of awe can reshape our behaviors and relationships with the world. From personal stories about the mystical northern lights to the collective energy of concerts, we discuss how mindfulness and presence can unlock these awe-inspiring experiences. Laura and I reflect on sociologist BJ Fogg's model of behavior change, positioning awe as a positive prompt in contrast to guilt. We delve into fostering genuine grassroots change that impacts communities at their core, concluding with a thought-provoking question: What does effective grassroots change truly look like? Tune in to be inspired and to ponder the possibilities of awe-driven transformation.

]]> KatapultX Studio Buzzsprout-16125102 Tue, 19 Nov 2024 08:00:00 +0100 1902 1 13 full false Philippe Birker: What if we made farming sexy again? Philippe Birker: What if we made farming sexy again? In this episode, we sit down with Philippe Birker, co-founder of Climate Farmers, a world record holder in simultaneous fire breathing, and a member of Ashoka Changemakers and the BMW Foundation’s Responsible Leaders Network. Philippe shares his journey from organizing social impact raves to pioneering regenerative agriculture practices that restore ecosystems and reconnect us to our roots.

In our conversation, Philippe shares insights from his extensive travels to over 60 regenerative farms, where he gathered invaluable knowledge on sustainable practices. We explore how Climate Farmers is building the infrastructure needed to scale regenerative agriculture across Europe, focusing on ecosystem measurement systems and financial support for farmers transitioning to sustainable methods.

Discover how we can rethink food systems, prioritize soil health, and build a sustainable future where farming regenerates our planet instead of depleting it.

]]> In this episode, we sit down with Philippe Birker, co-founder of Climate Farmers, a world record holder in simultaneous fire breathing, and a member of Ashoka Changemakers and the BMW Foundation’s Responsible Leaders Network. Philippe shares his journey from organizing social impact raves to pioneering regenerative agriculture practices that restore ecosystems and reconnect us to our roots.

In our conversation, Philippe shares insights from his extensive travels to over 60 regenerative farms, where he gathered invaluable knowledge on sustainable practices. We explore how Climate Farmers is building the infrastructure needed to scale regenerative agriculture across Europe, focusing on ecosystem measurement systems and financial support for farmers transitioning to sustainable methods.

Discover how we can rethink food systems, prioritize soil health, and build a sustainable future where farming regenerates our planet instead of depleting it.

]]> KatapultX Studio Buzzsprout-16083488 Thu, 14 Nov 2024 08:00:00 +0100 2172 1 12 full false Mara Lehmann: What if we included nature in decision-making? Mara Lehmann: What if we included nature in decision-making? In this episode of the Impact Series, Ronny Eriksson interviews Mara Lehmann, a self-proclaimed data nerd and pragmatic activist who is on a mission to bring non-human voices into the conversation. 

As the founder of Tumblebee, Mara envisions a future where data from ecosystems and nature play a crucial role in decision-making processes across industries. They discuss the challenges of integrating multi-source data to understand nature's needs, the role of empathy in sustainability, and how even small changes in mindset can have a big impact on our world. 

Explore how curiosity, technology, and a holistic perspective can transform how we approach conservation and sustainability.

]]> In this episode of the Impact Series, Ronny Eriksson interviews Mara Lehmann, a self-proclaimed data nerd and pragmatic activist who is on a mission to bring non-human voices into the conversation. 

As the founder of Tumblebee, Mara envisions a future where data from ecosystems and nature play a crucial role in decision-making processes across industries. They discuss the challenges of integrating multi-source data to understand nature's needs, the role of empathy in sustainability, and how even small changes in mindset can have a big impact on our world. 

Explore how curiosity, technology, and a holistic perspective can transform how we approach conservation and sustainability.

]]> KatapultX Studio Buzzsprout-16083284 Tue, 12 Nov 2024 08:00:00 +0100 1500 1 11 full false Dr. Craig Wing: What if we valued questions more than answers? Dr. Craig Wing: What if we valued questions more than answers? In this episode of Impact Stories, Ronny Eriksson interviews Dr. Craig Wing, a futurist, entrepreneur, and investor whose expertise spans over 50 countries and influential organizations like Google X and the United Nations. 

Dr. Wing unpacks the profound question, “What if we were all more capable of imagining the future?” He explores how imagination, empathy, and human connection can reshape our lives and influence the world in more impactful ways. From advancing AI sentiment analysis to fostering inclusive thinking, Dr. Wing’s work challenges us to consider the future as a collective endeavor. 

Listen in to discover how small, meaningful actions contribute to greater change and why sometimes the best impact begins with asking better questions.

]]> In this episode of Impact Stories, Ronny Eriksson interviews Dr. Craig Wing, a futurist, entrepreneur, and investor whose expertise spans over 50 countries and influential organizations like Google X and the United Nations. 

Dr. Wing unpacks the profound question, “What if we were all more capable of imagining the future?” He explores how imagination, empathy, and human connection can reshape our lives and influence the world in more impactful ways. From advancing AI sentiment analysis to fostering inclusive thinking, Dr. Wing’s work challenges us to consider the future as a collective endeavor. 

Listen in to discover how small, meaningful actions contribute to greater change and why sometimes the best impact begins with asking better questions.

]]> KatapultX Studio Buzzsprout-16048107 Thu, 07 Nov 2024 08:00:00 +0100 1915 1 10 full true Anne Beate Hovind: What if urban spaces were designed to evolve with us? Anne Beate Hovind: What if urban spaces were designed to evolve with us? In Episode 9 of Impact Stories, Ronny Eriksson interviews Anne Beate Hovind, curator of Oslo’s renowned Future Library. With a vision stretching over a century, Anne Beate shares insights into the power of public art and its potential to shape urban landscapes, inspire trust, and foster community. She discusses the Future Library project, which invites one author per year to write a work that will remain unread until 2114. 

Through this long-term initiative, Anne Beate explores the importance of imagination, empathy, and inclusivity in city planning. Join us as we explore how art can help bridge cultures, connect generations, and inspire hope in an ever-changing world.

]]> In Episode 9 of Impact Stories, Ronny Eriksson interviews Anne Beate Hovind, curator of Oslo’s renowned Future Library. With a vision stretching over a century, Anne Beate shares insights into the power of public art and its potential to shape urban landscapes, inspire trust, and foster community. She discusses the Future Library project, which invites one author per year to write a work that will remain unread until 2114. 

Through this long-term initiative, Anne Beate explores the importance of imagination, empathy, and inclusivity in city planning. Join us as we explore how art can help bridge cultures, connect generations, and inspire hope in an ever-changing world.

]]> KatapultX Studio Buzzsprout-16047408 Tue, 05 Nov 2024 10:00:00 +0100 1943 1 9 full false Ruchir Punjabi: What if profit took a backseat to purpose? Ruchir Punjabi: What if profit took a backseat to purpose? In Episode 8 of Impact Stories, Ronny Eriksson from New Nordic Way interviews Ruchir Punjabi, founder of Distributed Energy, to explore how technology and business can catalyze transformative change. 

Ruchir shares his journey from creative technologies to solar financing, focusing on enabling small and medium businesses in emerging markets to transition to affordable, clean energy. With candid insights on scaling impact and the essential balance between financial viability and social good, Ruchir offers a thought-provoking perspective on the potential of technology to empower underserved communities. 

Listen to discover a fresh vision for impact investment.

]]> In Episode 8 of Impact Stories, Ronny Eriksson from New Nordic Way interviews Ruchir Punjabi, founder of Distributed Energy, to explore how technology and business can catalyze transformative change. 

Ruchir shares his journey from creative technologies to solar financing, focusing on enabling small and medium businesses in emerging markets to transition to affordable, clean energy. With candid insights on scaling impact and the essential balance between financial viability and social good, Ruchir offers a thought-provoking perspective on the potential of technology to empower underserved communities. 

Listen to discover a fresh vision for impact investment.

]]> KatapultX Studio Buzzsprout-16018707 Thu, 31 Oct 2024 08:00:00 +0100 1680 1 8 full false Ida Faldbakken: What if impact gatherings were catalysts for systemic change? Ida Faldbakken: What if impact gatherings were catalysts for systemic change? In this episode, Ida Faldbakken, CEO of Katapult X and Co-Founder of Katapult Future Fest, joins Ronny Eriksson from New Nordic Way to explore the power of community-driven gatherings in fostering systemic change. 

From Katapult’s origins at Slush in Finland to its unique position today as a convergence point for tech entrepreneurs, impact investors, and visionary changemakers, Ida sheds light on her journey and the philosophies that guide Katapult’s impact. With an unyielding belief in kindness, transparency, and collaboration, she reveals her vision for future gatherings and her dream of a more interconnected world. 

Tune in to discover what it takes to build events that go beyond transactions and inspire meaningful, lasting change.

]]> In this episode, Ida Faldbakken, CEO of Katapult X and Co-Founder of Katapult Future Fest, joins Ronny Eriksson from New Nordic Way to explore the power of community-driven gatherings in fostering systemic change. 

From Katapult’s origins at Slush in Finland to its unique position today as a convergence point for tech entrepreneurs, impact investors, and visionary changemakers, Ida sheds light on her journey and the philosophies that guide Katapult’s impact. With an unyielding belief in kindness, transparency, and collaboration, she reveals her vision for future gatherings and her dream of a more interconnected world. 

Tune in to discover what it takes to build events that go beyond transactions and inspire meaningful, lasting change.

]]> KatapultX Studio Buzzsprout-16001979 Tue, 29 Oct 2024 08:00:00 +0100 1978 1 7 full false Thomas Bjelkeman: What if we really took a systems approach to everything we do? Thomas Bjelkeman: What if we really took a systems approach to everything we do? In this episode of Impact Stories, host Ronny Eriksson sits down with Thomas Bjelkeman, a visionary technologist and entrepreneur dedicated to leveraging software and data to tackle global challenges.

Thomas shares his journey from feeling disillusioned with the traditional software industry to co-founding the Akvo Foundation, where he developed open-source tools that mapped drinking water sources for over 100 million people across Africa and Asia. His work significantly improved water management in developing regions, showcasing the transformative power of data for social good.

He then introduces his latest venture, Johannas Stadsodlingar, an innovative company pioneering circular, sustainable food production systems in urban settings. By integrating fish farming and plant cultivation in closed-water loops and harnessing advanced data analytics, Johannas Stadsodlingar aims to revolutionize food production with minimal environmental impact.

Join us as we explore how Thomas combines technology, data, and systems thinking to create scalable solutions for global issues. Discover how a holistic approach can drive massive impact and why thinking big can lead to real change.

]]> In this episode of Impact Stories, host Ronny Eriksson sits down with Thomas Bjelkeman, a visionary technologist and entrepreneur dedicated to leveraging software and data to tackle global challenges.

Thomas shares his journey from feeling disillusioned with the traditional software industry to co-founding the Akvo Foundation, where he developed open-source tools that mapped drinking water sources for over 100 million people across Africa and Asia. His work significantly improved water management in developing regions, showcasing the transformative power of data for social good.

He then introduces his latest venture, Johannas Stadsodlingar, an innovative company pioneering circular, sustainable food production systems in urban settings. By integrating fish farming and plant cultivation in closed-water loops and harnessing advanced data analytics, Johannas Stadsodlingar aims to revolutionize food production with minimal environmental impact.

Join us as we explore how Thomas combines technology, data, and systems thinking to create scalable solutions for global issues. Discover how a holistic approach can drive massive impact and why thinking big can lead to real change.

]]> KatapultX Studio Buzzsprout-15982956 Thu, 24 Oct 2024 09:00:00 +0200 1718 1 6 full false Theresa Perez: What if more artists and multidisciplinary minds were leaders? Theresa Perez: What if more artists and multidisciplinary minds were leaders? In this episode of Impact Stories, Ronny Eriksson engages in a thoughtful conversation with Theresa Perez, the managing director of Atmos – a platform and biannual magazine leading the way in climate and culture. With over 15 years of experience, Perez shares her journey, from touring with a Grammy-winning band to leading innovative tech agencies, ultimately finding her calling at Atmos.

Perez discusses the delicate balance between creativity and commerce, offering insights on how artists can navigate the business world while remaining true to their craft. She passionately emphasizes Atmos's mission to reconnect humanity with nature through storytelling, visual art, and community events, aiming to foster a deeper sense of responsibility toward the planet.

The episode also explores the realities of building an impact-driven media organization, addressing challenges such as sustainable funding and the evolving landscape of social media. Perez's perspective provides an inspiring and grounded look at how creativity, when paired with purpose, can become a powerful force for positive change.

]]> In this episode of Impact Stories, Ronny Eriksson engages in a thoughtful conversation with Theresa Perez, the managing director of Atmos – a platform and biannual magazine leading the way in climate and culture. With over 15 years of experience, Perez shares her journey, from touring with a Grammy-winning band to leading innovative tech agencies, ultimately finding her calling at Atmos.

Perez discusses the delicate balance between creativity and commerce, offering insights on how artists can navigate the business world while remaining true to their craft. She passionately emphasizes Atmos's mission to reconnect humanity with nature through storytelling, visual art, and community events, aiming to foster a deeper sense of responsibility toward the planet.

The episode also explores the realities of building an impact-driven media organization, addressing challenges such as sustainable funding and the evolving landscape of social media. Perez's perspective provides an inspiring and grounded look at how creativity, when paired with purpose, can become a powerful force for positive change.

]]> KatapultX Studio Buzzsprout-15967907 Tue, 22 Oct 2024 10:00:00 +0200 2085 1 5 full false Alexandre Prate: What if governments became decentralized? Alexandre Prate: What if governments became decentralized? Ronny Eriksson sits down with Alexandre Prate, Co-Founder, Venture Builder & DAO Operations at Hypha Energy, and a pioneer in decentralized governance and well-being intelligence. They delve into how Decentralized Autonomous Organizations (DAOs) are transforming community collaboration, impact measurement, and accelerating system change. Alexandre shares his vision for a more regenerative and equitable world, discussing how DAOs empower individuals to pursue their passions, contribute to societal transformation, and create genuine impact through transparent, democratic processes.

]]> Ronny Eriksson sits down with Alexandre Prate, Co-Founder, Venture Builder & DAO Operations at Hypha Energy, and a pioneer in decentralized governance and well-being intelligence. They delve into how Decentralized Autonomous Organizations (DAOs) are transforming community collaboration, impact measurement, and accelerating system change. Alexandre shares his vision for a more regenerative and equitable world, discussing how DAOs empower individuals to pursue their passions, contribute to societal transformation, and create genuine impact through transparent, democratic processes.

]]> KatapultX Studio Buzzsprout-15929442 Tue, 15 Oct 2024 13:00:00 +0200 1957 1 4 full false Jacqueline van den Ende: What if everyone invested in climate tech as an investment in their future? Jacqueline van den Ende: What if everyone invested in climate tech as an investment in their future? In this episode, we sit down with Jacqueline van den Ende, co-founder of Carbon Equity and a leader in democratizing climate investment. With experience on both sides of the investment table, Jacqueline shares her insights on how capital can be a powerful driver of change in the fight against climate change. She explores the potential of climate technologies, the importance of equitable ownership, and the need for urgent action to build a sustainable future. From her experiences as an entrepreneur and investor to her vision for a greener world, this conversation delves into the challenges and opportunities of tackling the climate crisis through innovation and collaboration.

]]> In this episode, we sit down with Jacqueline van den Ende, co-founder of Carbon Equity and a leader in democratizing climate investment. With experience on both sides of the investment table, Jacqueline shares her insights on how capital can be a powerful driver of change in the fight against climate change. She explores the potential of climate technologies, the importance of equitable ownership, and the need for urgent action to build a sustainable future. From her experiences as an entrepreneur and investor to her vision for a greener world, this conversation delves into the challenges and opportunities of tackling the climate crisis through innovation and collaboration.

]]> KatapultX Studio Buzzsprout-15881006 Tue, 08 Oct 2024 08:00:00 +0200 1928 1 3 full false Henry De Sio: What if every leader would see themself as a changemaker? Henry De Sio: What if every leader would see themself as a changemaker? In the first episode of the Impact Series by Katapult X, we sit down with Henry De Sio, a leader who has spent his career transforming bold ideas into real-world change. From shaping the Obama campaign to his current role at the United Nations Foundation, Henry shares profound insights from his Changemaker Playbook on leading with purpose and empowering everyone to become a changemaker. This episode dives deep into the challenges and triumphs of driving meaningful impact, reminding us that true progress requires persistence, innovation, and reflection.


]]> In the first episode of the Impact Series by Katapult X, we sit down with Henry De Sio, a leader who has spent his career transforming bold ideas into real-world change. From shaping the Obama campaign to his current role at the United Nations Foundation, Henry shares profound insights from his Changemaker Playbook on leading with purpose and empowering everyone to become a changemaker. This episode dives deep into the challenges and triumphs of driving meaningful impact, reminding us that true progress requires persistence, innovation, and reflection.


]]> https://katapultfuturefest.com/ Katapult X Buzzsprout-15780280 Tue, 01 Oct 2024 09:00:00 +0200 1628 Changemakers, Leadership, EmpathyInAction, Innovation, SocialImpact, YouthLeadership, CollaborativeLeadership, FutureOfWork, HumanCenteredChange, EntrepreneurialSpirit, GlobalChallenges 1 2 full false Introducing The Impact Stories Introducing The Impact Stories Since 2017, Katapult Future Fest has brought together bold thinkers, change-makers, and impact investors to turn visionary ideas into action. Now, in collaboration with New Nordic Way, we proudly present The Impact Series – a podcast and video interview series highlighting the remarkable individuals driving social, cultural, and systemic change. 

Through storytelling, we aim to keep the powerful conversations from Katapult alive, ensuring they inspire long after the event. Join us as we explore how passionate people, meaningful ideas, and diverse perspectives come together to shape a more just and equitable world.


]]> Since 2017, Katapult Future Fest has brought together bold thinkers, change-makers, and impact investors to turn visionary ideas into action. Now, in collaboration with New Nordic Way, we proudly present The Impact Series – a podcast and video interview series highlighting the remarkable individuals driving social, cultural, and systemic change. 

Through storytelling, we aim to keep the powerful conversations from Katapult alive, ensuring they inspire long after the event. Join us as we explore how passionate people, meaningful ideas, and diverse perspectives come together to shape a more just and equitable world.


]]> KatapultX Studio Buzzsprout-15847451 Tue, 01 Oct 2024 04:00:00 +0200 45 1 1 trailer false SPECIAL: Katapult Future Fest Conversations Ep.6: Systemic Solutions for Net Zero SPECIAL: Katapult Future Fest Conversations Ep.6: Systemic Solutions for Net Zero Are we on track to meet the scale of system change needed to get anywhere close to a 1.5-degree world? 

We produce 50 billion tons of Co2 each year, or 6-7 tons per capita per year - that's 100x more than the average person’s body weight! What will it take to get to Net Zero?

In this episode, Jeremy Oppenheim from SystemIQ and Paul van Zyl from The Conduit discuss the three key things we need to achieve before we should even begin to talk about carbon removal, namely - 

  1. electrifying the global economy with clean energy,
  2. shifting land use from feeding ourselves to regeneration and the restoration of natural resources, and
  3. halving our material consumption.

The two also share insights on what technology, capital, and policy we need in place in order to get there. Tune in to learn more!

Episode guests: 

Episode references: 


Hosted by Kate Byrne
Produced by African Tech Roundup
www.katapultfoundation.org


]]> Are we on track to meet the scale of system change needed to get anywhere close to a 1.5-degree world? 

We produce 50 billion tons of Co2 each year, or 6-7 tons per capita per year - that's 100x more than the average person’s body weight! What will it take to get to Net Zero?

In this episode, Jeremy Oppenheim from SystemIQ and Paul van Zyl from The Conduit discuss the three key things we need to achieve before we should even begin to talk about carbon removal, namely - 

  1. electrifying the global economy with clean energy,
  2. shifting land use from feeding ourselves to regeneration and the restoration of natural resources, and
  3. halving our material consumption.

The two also share insights on what technology, capital, and policy we need in place in order to get there. Tune in to learn more!

Episode guests: 

Episode references: 


Hosted by Kate Byrne
Produced by African Tech Roundup
www.katapultfoundation.org


]]> http://www.katapultfoundation.org Katapult Future Fest Buzzsprout-11896307 Mon, 19 Dec 2022 10:00:00 +0100 3158 #systemschange, #systemicsolutions, #netzero full false SPECIAL: Katapult Future Fest Conversations Ep.5: Systems Thinking SPECIAL: Katapult Future Fest Conversations Ep.5: Systems Thinking Gifted author, social critic and women’s advocate, Minna Salami shares her theory and solution for what needs to take place for successful systems change. Prepare to learn about Systems Change from the place of 3 key powers - the freeing power of the outsider, the hidden power of the insider, and the healing power of multi perspectives and how to solve the key pains from which the world suffers.


Episode guest: 

Minna Salami - brought to us by our partner and supporter, BMW Foundation Herbert Quandt 


Hosted by Kate Byrne

Produced by African Tech Roundup

www.katapultfoundation.org


]]> Gifted author, social critic and women’s advocate, Minna Salami shares her theory and solution for what needs to take place for successful systems change. Prepare to learn about Systems Change from the place of 3 key powers - the freeing power of the outsider, the hidden power of the insider, and the healing power of multi perspectives and how to solve the key pains from which the world suffers.


Episode guest: 

Minna Salami - brought to us by our partner and supporter, BMW Foundation Herbert Quandt 


Hosted by Kate Byrne

Produced by African Tech Roundup

www.katapultfoundation.org


]]> http://www.katapultfoundation.org Katapult Future Fest Buzzsprout-11822711 Tue, 06 Dec 2022 11:00:00 +0100 1486 #systemschange, #systemsthinking full false SPECIAL: Katapult Future Fest Conversations Ep.4: Future Opportunities for Women SPECIAL: Katapult Future Fest Conversations Ep.4: Future Opportunities for Women Prepare to be inspired and ignited into action after listening to the stories and wisdom that our hosts Kate Byrne and Lynn Casey gleaned from this powerhouse female panel - Julia Zhou (Tidal Impact), Fatema Hamdani (KH Aerospace), and Susie Alegre (Author & International Human Rights Lawyer). 

We tackle the compassion curse - that women are supposed to focus on compassion - not profit, the learnings from multi generational workforces, and the opportunity that LocalX brings to us all. We all agree that there has never been a better time to be a woman as we claim, step into, and own our power. 


Episode guests:

Moderated by Kate Byrne of PopVenture and Lynn Casey of ShineScout

Produced by African Tech Roundup

www.katapultfoundation.org

]]> Prepare to be inspired and ignited into action after listening to the stories and wisdom that our hosts Kate Byrne and Lynn Casey gleaned from this powerhouse female panel - Julia Zhou (Tidal Impact), Fatema Hamdani (KH Aerospace), and Susie Alegre (Author & International Human Rights Lawyer). 

We tackle the compassion curse - that women are supposed to focus on compassion - not profit, the learnings from multi generational workforces, and the opportunity that LocalX brings to us all. We all agree that there has never been a better time to be a woman as we claim, step into, and own our power. 


Episode guests:

Moderated by Kate Byrne of PopVenture and Lynn Casey of ShineScout

Produced by African Tech Roundup

www.katapultfoundation.org

]]> http://www.katapultfoundation.org Katapult Future Fest Buzzsprout-11735245 Mon, 21 Nov 2022 13:00:00 +0100 1841 #futureopportunitiesforwomen, #multigenerationalworkforces full false SPECIAL: Katapult Future Fest Conversations Ep.3: The Edge of History: Effective Altruism meets Impact Investing SPECIAL: Katapult Future Fest Conversations Ep.3: The Edge of History: Effective Altruism meets Impact Investing How do we do the most good possible? What’s the difference between effective altruism and impact investing? How do the two differ in assumptions, solutions, rigor and approach? These are the questions covered by Katapult Foundation's Alison Fort and Niels Brøgger as they walk us through the opportunities that both provide.


Episode guests:  

Episode references: 


Produced by African Tech Roundup

www.katapultfoundation.org

]]> How do we do the most good possible? What’s the difference between effective altruism and impact investing? How do the two differ in assumptions, solutions, rigor and approach? These are the questions covered by Katapult Foundation's Alison Fort and Niels Brøgger as they walk us through the opportunities that both provide.


Episode guests:  

Episode references: 


Produced by African Tech Roundup

www.katapultfoundation.org

]]> http://www.katapultfoundation.org Katapult Future Fest Buzzsprout-11470575 Tue, 08 Nov 2022 09:00:00 +0100 1109 effectivealtruism, impactinvesting, systemschange, totalportfolioapproach, impplus full false SPECIAL: Katapult Future Fest Conversations Ep.2: The Future of Food: Alternative Proteins SPECIAL: Katapult Future Fest Conversations Ep.2: The Future of Food: Alternative Proteins What are the impact opportunities and investment opportunities associated with alternative proteins and food tech? 

The industrial animal agriculture industry contributes almost 20% of the world's carbon emissions - on par with the entire transport sector. When thinking about alternative proteins and food tech, many miss the impact it will have on other areas of life such as the climate and healthcare. Alex Mayers, of The Good Food Institute, and Hooked Foods founder, Tom Johansson, educate us all on where the greatest opportunities are, where the investment should go, and where the greatest myths and misunderstandings lie in this exponentially growing field. 

Alex Mayers  of The Good Food Institute (GFI)
Tom Johansson of Hooked Foods

Moderated by Kate Byrne
Produced by African Tech Roundup

www.katapultfoundation.org

]]> What are the impact opportunities and investment opportunities associated with alternative proteins and food tech? 

The industrial animal agriculture industry contributes almost 20% of the world's carbon emissions - on par with the entire transport sector. When thinking about alternative proteins and food tech, many miss the impact it will have on other areas of life such as the climate and healthcare. Alex Mayers, of The Good Food Institute, and Hooked Foods founder, Tom Johansson, educate us all on where the greatest opportunities are, where the investment should go, and where the greatest myths and misunderstandings lie in this exponentially growing field. 

Alex Mayers  of The Good Food Institute (GFI)
Tom Johansson of Hooked Foods

Moderated by Kate Byrne
Produced by African Tech Roundup

www.katapultfoundation.org

]]> http://www.katapultfoundation.org Katapult Future Fest Buzzsprout-11470541 Tue, 25 Oct 2022 10:00:00 +0200 1368 futureoffood, foodtech, alternativeproteins, cultivatedmeats, fermentedmeats, plantbasedmeats, systemschange, climatechange full false SPECIAL: Katapult Future Fest Conversations Ep.1: Good Mental Health SPECIAL: Katapult Future Fest Conversations Ep.1: Good Mental Health What would a mentally healthy world look like? What if all of us understood mental health and had access to mental health care in the way that many of us do for physical health care?

1 in 4 of us are affected by something that impacts our ability to function in our daily life. Mental well being and physical challenge are such pariahs when it comes to workplace conversations. There has been some headway in addressing physical challenges such as LEGO’s Braille bricks, that open and connect the world. The brain is our most important organ and yet we know so little about it. How do we help our children soar past the issues that older generations have experienced and normalized? Learning holistic skills (resilience, empathy), as well as hard ability skills, needed to cope and flourish in this world.

Episode guests:

Jules Chappell of Kokoro (a non-profit organization focused on mental health as the foundation for a safer, kinder and more productive world)
Diana Ringe Krogh of The LEGO Foundation & The LEGO Group

Episode references:  


Moderated by Alison Fort
Produced by African Tech Roundup

www.katapultfoundation.org

]]> What would a mentally healthy world look like? What if all of us understood mental health and had access to mental health care in the way that many of us do for physical health care?

1 in 4 of us are affected by something that impacts our ability to function in our daily life. Mental well being and physical challenge are such pariahs when it comes to workplace conversations. There has been some headway in addressing physical challenges such as LEGO’s Braille bricks, that open and connect the world. The brain is our most important organ and yet we know so little about it. How do we help our children soar past the issues that older generations have experienced and normalized? Learning holistic skills (resilience, empathy), as well as hard ability skills, needed to cope and flourish in this world.

Episode guests:

Jules Chappell of Kokoro (a non-profit organization focused on mental health as the foundation for a safer, kinder and more productive world)
Diana Ringe Krogh of The LEGO Foundation & The LEGO Group

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Moderated by Alison Fort
Produced by African Tech Roundup

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]]> http://www.katapultfoundation.org Katapult Future Fest Buzzsprout-11470024 Tue, 11 Oct 2022 13:00:00 +0200 2028 mentalhealth, goodmentalhealth, worldmentalhealthday, systemschange, learningthroughplay, inclusion, children, neurodivergentchildren, playforall, edtech, education full false Rebels With a Purpose S1E16 Beena Ammanath Rebels With a Purpose S1E16 Beena Ammanath Trustworthy AI - Yes It is Possible!

Beena Ammanath, Award-winning Author," Trustworthy AI," Executive Director of the Global Deloitte AI Institute and Founder of Humans For AI, shares with us a very practical approach along with best practices for leaders to consider as they operationalize AI into their companies. Any time AI becomes untrustworthy, there is a person or people who are accountable for that outcome. If an AI tool is not secure and sensitive data is leaded, humans are at fault. Far from theoretical, our conversation includes the questions to ask and the steps to take.  A must for everyone as AI is here to stay.

Join us on May 24th for our final episode of Season 1 with Katapult Foundation CEO Alison Fort!

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]]> Trustworthy AI - Yes It is Possible!

Beena Ammanath, Award-winning Author," Trustworthy AI," Executive Director of the Global Deloitte AI Institute and Founder of Humans For AI, shares with us a very practical approach along with best practices for leaders to consider as they operationalize AI into their companies. Any time AI becomes untrustworthy, there is a person or people who are accountable for that outcome. If an AI tool is not secure and sensitive data is leaded, humans are at fault. Far from theoretical, our conversation includes the questions to ask and the steps to take.  A must for everyone as AI is here to stay.

Join us on May 24th for our final episode of Season 1 with Katapult Foundation CEO Alison Fort!

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]]> https://www.katapult.tech/rebels-with-a-purpose Kate Byrne / Beena Ammanath Buzzsprout-10593561 Tue, 10 May 2022 18:00:00 +0200 2245 1 16 full false Rebels With a Purpose S1E15 Tomas Björkman Rebels With a Purpose S1E15 Tomas Björkman Accomplishing Your Inner Development Goals

The term renaissance man does not begin to describe the capacity and impact that Tomas Bjorkman has had on the world. Finance, philosophy, philanthropy and more, Tomas has been disrupting each system he touches. Key piece to note: his work on the Inner Development Goals. The Inner Development Goals (IDGs) form a blueprint of the capabilities, qualities and skills we need in order to achieve the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Join us on May 10th for a conversation with Beena Ammanath, Executive Director of the Global Deloitte AI Institute, on harnessing AI for good.

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]]> Accomplishing Your Inner Development Goals

The term renaissance man does not begin to describe the capacity and impact that Tomas Bjorkman has had on the world. Finance, philosophy, philanthropy and more, Tomas has been disrupting each system he touches. Key piece to note: his work on the Inner Development Goals. The Inner Development Goals (IDGs) form a blueprint of the capabilities, qualities and skills we need in order to achieve the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Join us on May 10th for a conversation with Beena Ammanath, Executive Director of the Global Deloitte AI Institute, on harnessing AI for good.

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]]> https://www.katapult.tech/rebels-with-a-purpose Kate Byrne / Tomas Björkman Buzzsprout-10513963 Wed, 27 Apr 2022 15:00:00 +0200 2949 1 15 full false Rebels With a Purpose S1E14 Amit Pradhan Rebels With a Purpose S1E14 Amit Pradhan The Magic of Disruption - Greater Equity All Around

Fortunately for the world Amit Pradhan is a brilliant and generous soul. Be it his compassion for others (he is an active Board Member on the Norwegian Refugee Council), his vision for what responsible AI could look like and mean for us all, or his dedication to the decentralization of power and control that would result in a complete switcheroo on who makes the money on data(that would be you and I in his vision thank you very much). We cover it all and then some. 

Join us on April 26th with Tomas Björkman, Founder of Ekskäret Foundation, for a conversation on how to accomplish your Inner Development Goals.

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]]> The Magic of Disruption - Greater Equity All Around

Fortunately for the world Amit Pradhan is a brilliant and generous soul. Be it his compassion for others (he is an active Board Member on the Norwegian Refugee Council), his vision for what responsible AI could look like and mean for us all, or his dedication to the decentralization of power and control that would result in a complete switcheroo on who makes the money on data(that would be you and I in his vision thank you very much). We cover it all and then some. 

Join us on April 26th with Tomas Björkman, Founder of Ekskäret Foundation, for a conversation on how to accomplish your Inner Development Goals.

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]]> https://www.katapult.tech/rebels-with-a-purpose Kate Byrne / Amit Pradhan Buzzsprout-10426658 Tue, 12 Apr 2022 21:00:00 +0200 1989 #tokeneconomy, #web3, #decentralization, #responsibleAI, #dataprivacy, #impactinvesting, #entrepreneurship, #blockchain 1 14 full false Rebels With a Purpose S1E13 Lisa Carmen Wang Rebels With a Purpose S1E13 Lisa Carmen Wang The Future of Women in Business

Don’t settle and let your inner bad bitch speak her truth. To say that Lisa Carmen Wang (Angel/Crypto Investor, entrepreneur, women’s advocate, People and Profit Podcast host, author of the Bad Bitch Business Bible, and 4X USA National Champion & Hall of Fame Gymnast - ohh yeah there’s that too) is a force of nature is an understatement. This woman literally jumps buildings in a single bound. Lisa is on a crusade to disrupt the business establishment so that women rise and keep on rising and never look back - unapologetically. Nike may say just do it. Lisa Carmen Wang says just do it - again, and again and again. Powerful, inspirational and practical.

Join us on April 12th with Amit Pradhan, Executive Chairman of Rainfall, where we’ll discuss how the token economy can unlock digital self-sovereignty for all.

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]]> The Future of Women in Business

Don’t settle and let your inner bad bitch speak her truth. To say that Lisa Carmen Wang (Angel/Crypto Investor, entrepreneur, women’s advocate, People and Profit Podcast host, author of the Bad Bitch Business Bible, and 4X USA National Champion & Hall of Fame Gymnast - ohh yeah there’s that too) is a force of nature is an understatement. This woman literally jumps buildings in a single bound. Lisa is on a crusade to disrupt the business establishment so that women rise and keep on rising and never look back - unapologetically. Nike may say just do it. Lisa Carmen Wang says just do it - again, and again and again. Powerful, inspirational and practical.

Join us on April 12th with Amit Pradhan, Executive Chairman of Rainfall, where we’ll discuss how the token economy can unlock digital self-sovereignty for all.

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]]> https://www.katapult.tech/rebels-with-a-purpose Kate Byrne / Lisa Wang Buzzsprout-10340528 Tue, 29 Mar 2022 19:00:00 +0200 2329 #womenintech,#womeninweb3,#womeninbusiness,#angelinvesting,#web3,#techentrepreneurship 1 13 full false Rebels With a Purpose S1E12 James Arbib Rebels With a Purpose S1E12 James Arbib Rethinking Systems with an Eye Towards Disruption - A Smart Investment in the Future

Jamie Arbib is not your average systems change revolutionary. He is both poet and quant, centering his work with mindful attention and an eye on the merits of technology in driving serious disruption. His company, RethinkX, makes sense of it all through in depth reports that reveal, instruct and encourage action. Climate in particular is the beneficiary making us all winners.

Join us on March 29th with Shermin Voshmgir, author and Founder of Token Kitchen, where we’ll discuss Web 3.0 and how it can shift the dynamics of our socio-economic systems.

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]]> Rethinking Systems with an Eye Towards Disruption - A Smart Investment in the Future

Jamie Arbib is not your average systems change revolutionary. He is both poet and quant, centering his work with mindful attention and an eye on the merits of technology in driving serious disruption. His company, RethinkX, makes sense of it all through in depth reports that reveal, instruct and encourage action. Climate in particular is the beneficiary making us all winners.

Join us on March 29th with Shermin Voshmgir, author and Founder of Token Kitchen, where we’ll discuss Web 3.0 and how it can shift the dynamics of our socio-economic systems.

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]]> https://www.katapult.tech/rebels-with-a-purpose Kate Byrne / James Arbib Buzzsprout-10256255 Tue, 15 Mar 2022 21:00:00 +0100 2267 #systemschange, #disruptivetechnology, #climatetech, #energytransition, #sustainablefood, #impactinvesting, #sustainable 1 12 full false Rebels With a Purpose S1E11 Arnoud Raskin Rebels With a Purpose S1E11 Arnoud Raskin Street Smarts: What Corporations Can Learn

Arnoud Raskin, Owner and General Director of Streetwize, is one of those rare individuals who sees brilliance and opportunity otherwise missed by many. The ultimate dot connector. His work encompasses next gen education, social entrepreneurship and helping the corporate world find its purpose, all through the talent and skill of the young street entrepreneurs Streetwize supports. The result: intragenerational connection and impact both in the streets and beyond. 

Join us for our next episode on March 15th with Jamie Arbib, co-Founder of RethinkX, where we talk about transforming our mindsets and unlearning so that we can see the extraordinary systems change possibilities emerging today.

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]]> Street Smarts: What Corporations Can Learn

Arnoud Raskin, Owner and General Director of Streetwize, is one of those rare individuals who sees brilliance and opportunity otherwise missed by many. The ultimate dot connector. His work encompasses next gen education, social entrepreneurship and helping the corporate world find its purpose, all through the talent and skill of the young street entrepreneurs Streetwize supports. The result: intragenerational connection and impact both in the streets and beyond. 

Join us for our next episode on March 15th with Jamie Arbib, co-Founder of RethinkX, where we talk about transforming our mindsets and unlearning so that we can see the extraordinary systems change possibilities emerging today.

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]]> https://www.katapult.tech/rebels-with-a-purpose Kate Byrne / Arnoud Raskin Buzzsprout-10167819 Tue, 01 Mar 2022 18:00:00 +0100 3081 #systemschange, #socialenterprise, #nextgeneducation, #youthempowerment, #entrepreneurship 1 11 full false Rebels With a Purpose S1E10 William Hurley Rebels With a Purpose S1E10 William Hurley Third Times a Charm: How Quantum Computing will help us do more good in the world

An amazing conversation with an extraordinary mind. Founder and CEO of Strangeworks, Will Hurley aka "Whurley" is a serial entrepreneur using his past experience and connections to demonstrate just how much good tech can do in the world. From his start at Apple where he first answered phones (they then discovered his brilliant mind) to starting a mobile company that built apps for Starbucks, The American Idol and The Daily to name a few - Whurley recognized that he was doing limited good. Realizing the need for a bigger infrastructure to really change the world, he got to work building it. His choices as he saw it : biotech, robotics, or quantum.  He chose the latter, feeling it was the right technology at the right point in time with the right needs to address. Putting community, collaboration and quantum computing to work, his impact has been amazing. Add to this, he is a former bass player, has a passion for healing education, and more.

Join us for our next episode on March 1st with Arnoud Raskin, Founder of StreetwiZe, where we explore the street as a classroom, and discuss what corporations can learn from street youth.

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]]> Third Times a Charm: How Quantum Computing will help us do more good in the world

An amazing conversation with an extraordinary mind. Founder and CEO of Strangeworks, Will Hurley aka "Whurley" is a serial entrepreneur using his past experience and connections to demonstrate just how much good tech can do in the world. From his start at Apple where he first answered phones (they then discovered his brilliant mind) to starting a mobile company that built apps for Starbucks, The American Idol and The Daily to name a few - Whurley recognized that he was doing limited good. Realizing the need for a bigger infrastructure to really change the world, he got to work building it. His choices as he saw it : biotech, robotics, or quantum.  He chose the latter, feeling it was the right technology at the right point in time with the right needs to address. Putting community, collaboration and quantum computing to work, his impact has been amazing. Add to this, he is a former bass player, has a passion for healing education, and more.

Join us for our next episode on March 1st with Arnoud Raskin, Founder of StreetwiZe, where we explore the street as a classroom, and discuss what corporations can learn from street youth.

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]]> https://www.katapult.tech/rebels-with-a-purpose Kate Byrne / William Hurley Buzzsprout-10080423 Tue, 15 Feb 2022 18:00:00 +0100 2151 #quantum, #quantumcomputing, ##deeptech, #techethics, #techentrepreneurship, #opensource, #techcommunity, #systemschange 1 10 full false Rebels With a Purpose S1E9 Charly Kleissner Rebels With a Purpose S1E9 Charly Kleissner Deep Systemic Change - The Intersection of Consciousness, Capital, and Technology

Charly Kleissner has never met a system he didn’t want to disrupt ….AND…. infuse with consciousness to bring it to its highest level of operation. Charly and his efforts operate at the confluence of technology, impact investing and consciousness with the latter being the key ingredient for true successful systemic change. Is ESG just impact washing? Is it another form of philanthropy being used by corporations? Can tokenization be used to fight us being the product of advertising? Can AI be used for good? A rich conversation with a visionary mind sharing solidly implementable solutions. 

Join us for our next episode on February 15th with Whurley, where we discuss the potential for quantum computing to become accessible to all and change the world.

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]]> Deep Systemic Change - The Intersection of Consciousness, Capital, and Technology

Charly Kleissner has never met a system he didn’t want to disrupt ….AND…. infuse with consciousness to bring it to its highest level of operation. Charly and his efforts operate at the confluence of technology, impact investing and consciousness with the latter being the key ingredient for true successful systemic change. Is ESG just impact washing? Is it another form of philanthropy being used by corporations? Can tokenization be used to fight us being the product of advertising? Can AI be used for good? A rich conversation with a visionary mind sharing solidly implementable solutions. 

Join us for our next episode on February 15th with Whurley, where we discuss the potential for quantum computing to become accessible to all and change the world.

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]]> http://www.katapult.tech Kate Byrne / Charly Kleissner Buzzsprout-9991376 Tue, 01 Feb 2022 14:00:00 +0100 2730 #systemschange, #consciousness, #futuresociety, #technology, #impactinvesting, #tokens, #ai, #rebelswithapurpose #kx 1 9 full false Rebels with a Purpose S1 E8 Catherine Berman Rebels with a Purpose S1 E8 Catherine Berman Teaching Old Banks New Tricks

Co-Founder of CNote, Cat Berman, is on a quest to diminish the wealth gap through democratized access to wealth creation - we’re talking financial security, not yachts, here. Core to CNote’s ethos is that we all can and must play a role in closing this wealth gap, and CNote provides the avenues and financial instruments to do so. What can truly change the game for not only individual families but communities overall? Ownership of property, entrepreneurship, health clinics, and education. CNote is empowering many around the globe to activate and drive true change.

Join us for our next episode on February 1st with tech and impact investor leader and token economy visionary, Charly Kleissner, where we’ll talk about AI, tokens, new financial systems, and consciousness.

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]]> Teaching Old Banks New Tricks

Co-Founder of CNote, Cat Berman, is on a quest to diminish the wealth gap through democratized access to wealth creation - we’re talking financial security, not yachts, here. Core to CNote’s ethos is that we all can and must play a role in closing this wealth gap, and CNote provides the avenues and financial instruments to do so. What can truly change the game for not only individual families but communities overall? Ownership of property, entrepreneurship, health clinics, and education. CNote is empowering many around the globe to activate and drive true change.

Join us for our next episode on February 1st with tech and impact investor leader and token economy visionary, Charly Kleissner, where we’ll talk about AI, tokens, new financial systems, and consciousness.

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]]> https://www.katapult.tech/rebels-with-a-purpose Kate Byrne / Catherine Berman Buzzsprout-9907277 Tue, 18 Jan 2022 17:00:00 +0100 2044 #impactinvesting, #communityinvesting, #socialinvesting, #socialfinance, #wealthinequality, #cdfi, #womenownedbusiness, #wealthgap, #entrepreneurship 1 8 full false Rebels with a Purpose S1 E7 Ela Madej Rebels with a Purpose S1 E7 Ela Madej The Power of Patient Capital in Delivering Lasting Innovations

When Co Founder of FiftyYears VC, Ela Madej, tells Tech Founders she feels their pain - she means it. Having founded a company or two herself, Madej has taken her own experience and puts it toward helping her League of Giants (her loving reference to the companies backed) by providing not just any capital, but patient capital. Listen to why and how she is doubling down on supporting world-class scientists to  become world-class entrepreneurs, 44 PhD founders and 22 PhD CEOs in fact.

Join us for our next episode on January 18th with Cat Berman, Co-founder and CEO of CNote, where we’ll discuss new investment vehicles. 

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]]> The Power of Patient Capital in Delivering Lasting Innovations

When Co Founder of FiftyYears VC, Ela Madej, tells Tech Founders she feels their pain - she means it. Having founded a company or two herself, Madej has taken her own experience and puts it toward helping her League of Giants (her loving reference to the companies backed) by providing not just any capital, but patient capital. Listen to why and how she is doubling down on supporting world-class scientists to  become world-class entrepreneurs, 44 PhD founders and 22 PhD CEOs in fact.

Join us for our next episode on January 18th with Cat Berman, Co-founder and CEO of CNote, where we’ll discuss new investment vehicles. 

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]]> http://www.katapult.tech Kate Byrne / Ela Madej Buzzsprout-9796874 Tue, 04 Jan 2022 07:00:00 +0100 1995 #technology, #techcompanies, #techstartups, #techfounders, #entrepreneurship, #innovation, #impactinvesting, #impactfunding, #venturecapital, #patientcapital 1 7 full false Rebels with a Purpose S1 E6 Fredrik Winther Rebels with a Purpose S1 E6 Fredrik Winther Exponential Acceleration - The Future of the Venture Model

What happens when you combine thoughtful investment dollars with intentionally-minded Tech Founders? Success in building solutions to tackle some of the world’s trickiest problems. Katapult’s Accelerator Group CEO shares what the team looks for when selecting the companies that can deliver sustainable solutions… at scale. The Group is on to something as in 2021, Katapult Accelerator portfolio companies raised a total of 85M USD in funding. Furthermore, Katapult Ocean companies raised more than 100M USD of funding in 2021. A true triple win for Founders, funders and the planet.

Join us for our next episode on January 4th with co-founder of FiftyYears VC, Ela Madej, where we discuss the impact of patient capital in uncovering truly innovative solutions.

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]]> Exponential Acceleration - The Future of the Venture Model

What happens when you combine thoughtful investment dollars with intentionally-minded Tech Founders? Success in building solutions to tackle some of the world’s trickiest problems. Katapult’s Accelerator Group CEO shares what the team looks for when selecting the companies that can deliver sustainable solutions… at scale. The Group is on to something as in 2021, Katapult Accelerator portfolio companies raised a total of 85M USD in funding. Furthermore, Katapult Ocean companies raised more than 100M USD of funding in 2021. A true triple win for Founders, funders and the planet.

Join us for our next episode on January 4th with co-founder of FiftyYears VC, Ela Madej, where we discuss the impact of patient capital in uncovering truly innovative solutions.

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]]> http://www.katapult.tech Fredrik Winther / Kate Byrne Buzzsprout-9792136 Tue, 28 Dec 2021 07:00:00 +0100 1960 #technology, #newtechnologies, #techsolutions, #techstartups, #techfounders, #sustainablesolutions, #entrepreneurship, #innovation, #impactinvesting, #impactfunding, #venturemodels, #startupecosystems 1 6 full false Rebels with a Purpose S1 E5 James Ehrlich Rebels with a Purpose S1 E5 James Ehrlich Living Redeux - can technology help us get to sustainable communities?

Looking to the Mycelial network as inspiration, could we in turn write a software dialog with  the natural world that results in a Village OS? Imagine a neighborhood that has your back, where you experience “plenty”. Where you feel healthy and everyone has enough, including the planet. James Ehrlich and ReGen Villages are busy building exactly this, demonstrating that technology can play a key positive role in climate change and the future of living, shifting the equation to better math where the earth and all of us win.

Note: this episode was recorded when California was battling a series of devastating wildfires.

Join us for our next episode on December 28 with Fredrik Winther, where we’ll get a window into the future of venture capital - it's moving fast and along with it, can come exponential change.

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]]> Living Redeux - can technology help us get to sustainable communities?

Looking to the Mycelial network as inspiration, could we in turn write a software dialog with  the natural world that results in a Village OS? Imagine a neighborhood that has your back, where you experience “plenty”. Where you feel healthy and everyone has enough, including the planet. James Ehrlich and ReGen Villages are busy building exactly this, demonstrating that technology can play a key positive role in climate change and the future of living, shifting the equation to better math where the earth and all of us win.

Note: this episode was recorded when California was battling a series of devastating wildfires.

Join us for our next episode on December 28 with Fredrik Winther, where we’ll get a window into the future of venture capital - it's moving fast and along with it, can come exponential change.

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]]> https://www.katapult.tech/ Kate Byrne / James Ehrlich Buzzsprout-9710361 Tue, 14 Dec 2021 07:00:00 +0100 3265 #regenvillages, #regenerativevillages, #resilientvillages, #ecovillages, #intentionalcommunities, #sustainablecommunities, #selfsustainingcommunities, selfreliantneighborhoods, #villageOS, #ai, #technology, #futuresociety, #climatechange, #renewableenerg 1 5 full false Rebels with a Purpose S1 E4 Viola Llewellyn Rebels with a Purpose S1 E4 Viola Llewellyn The Future of the Digital Divide: It’s Brighter than you Think

Viola Llewellyn, CoFounder of Ovamba, is facing risk head on and helping banks to do the same along the way. The result: decrease of the digital and financial divide and a healthier ecosystem, as those who formerly were turned away when requesting funding are better seen as promise rather than risk. Juggling multiple cultures has given her the unique ability to “code-switch”,  have better access and understand a broad range of stakeholders. One key takeaway - impact investing actually lessens the risk of a portfolio as it promotes wealth through healthy business whereas NGOs primarily prevent poverty. Far too often people mistake philanthropy as a form of impact investing.  Listen to learn more about impact investing, equity, fintech and the lessening of the digital divide. 

Join us for our next episode on December 14 with James Ehrlich, where we’ll talk about the future of living as we learn more about his regenerative community effort. Will tech finally be embraced as friend vs. foe? Listen to find out!

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]]> The Future of the Digital Divide: It’s Brighter than you Think

Viola Llewellyn, CoFounder of Ovamba, is facing risk head on and helping banks to do the same along the way. The result: decrease of the digital and financial divide and a healthier ecosystem, as those who formerly were turned away when requesting funding are better seen as promise rather than risk. Juggling multiple cultures has given her the unique ability to “code-switch”,  have better access and understand a broad range of stakeholders. One key takeaway - impact investing actually lessens the risk of a portfolio as it promotes wealth through healthy business whereas NGOs primarily prevent poverty. Far too often people mistake philanthropy as a form of impact investing.  Listen to learn more about impact investing, equity, fintech and the lessening of the digital divide. 

Join us for our next episode on December 14 with James Ehrlich, where we’ll talk about the future of living as we learn more about his regenerative community effort. Will tech finally be embraced as friend vs. foe? Listen to find out!

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]]> https://www.katapult.tech/ Kate Byrne / Viola Llewellyn Buzzsprout-9629333 Tue, 30 Nov 2021 07:00:00 +0100 2581 #impactinvesting, #equity, #diversification, #fintech, #tradetech, #digitaldivide, #alternativetradefinance, #financialinclusion, #emergingmarkets, #africa, #womanfounder, #rebel, #rebelswithapurpose, #kx 1 4 full false Rebels with a Purpose S1 E2 Adah Parris Rebels with a Purpose S1 E2 Adah Parris The Future of Work and Systems Change and the Influence of Art

How do we create a business system as a living system inspired by nature versus the current models based on mechanization? In our conversation with Futurist and Systems Artist Adah Parris, we cover this idea as well as human blockchain, art as technology, the beauty in chaos, and the link between capitalism, colonization, and climate change. A fascinating listen into how we have created a culture gap through the stories we share to the outside world versus the truth of those on the inside. Not to be missed.

Join us for our next episode on November 16 with tech and impact investor leader and token economy visionary, Charly Kleissner, where we’ll talk about AI, tokens, new financial systems, and consciousness. 

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]]> The Future of Work and Systems Change and the Influence of Art

How do we create a business system as a living system inspired by nature versus the current models based on mechanization? In our conversation with Futurist and Systems Artist Adah Parris, we cover this idea as well as human blockchain, art as technology, the beauty in chaos, and the link between capitalism, colonization, and climate change. A fascinating listen into how we have created a culture gap through the stories we share to the outside world versus the truth of those on the inside. Not to be missed.

Join us for our next episode on November 16 with tech and impact investor leader and token economy visionary, Charly Kleissner, where we’ll talk about AI, tokens, new financial systems, and consciousness. 

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]]> https://www.katapult.tech/ Kate Byrne / Adah Parris Buzzsprout-9468622 Tue, 02 Nov 2021 06:00:00 +0100 2811 #systemschange, #futuresociety, #art, #technology, #humanblockchain, #capitalism, #climatechange, #sustainability, #impact, #future, #womanfounder, #womanceo, #rebel, #rebelswithapurpose, #kx 1 2 full false Rebels with a Purpose S1 E1 Tharald Nustad Rebels with a Purpose S1 E1 Tharald Nustad Systems Change through Mobilizing Capital, Technology, and People

Tharald Nustad, Co-Founder of the Katapult System had a dream five years ago, mobilizing capital, business, technology and people to build solutions to solve the biggest problems and create a world where all flourish. Based in Oslo Norway, Nustad and Katapult are catalyzing change in energy, climate, regenerative agriculture, educating the Nordic impact investing community. Each year this culminates at Katapult’s annual May Future Fest where the global community collaborates, connects and celebrates the forward momentum being built.

Join us for our next episode on November 2 when we talk with Adah Parris, Futurist, Systems Thinker, Cultural Shaman on the future of work.

www.katapult.tech

www.katapult.vc

www.katapultfoundation.org

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]]> Systems Change through Mobilizing Capital, Technology, and People

Tharald Nustad, Co-Founder of the Katapult System had a dream five years ago, mobilizing capital, business, technology and people to build solutions to solve the biggest problems and create a world where all flourish. Based in Oslo Norway, Nustad and Katapult are catalyzing change in energy, climate, regenerative agriculture, educating the Nordic impact investing community. Each year this culminates at Katapult’s annual May Future Fest where the global community collaborates, connects and celebrates the forward momentum being built.

Join us for our next episode on November 2 when we talk with Adah Parris, Futurist, Systems Thinker, Cultural Shaman on the future of work.

www.katapult.tech

www.katapult.vc

www.katapultfoundation.org

Produced by African Tech Roundup

]]> http://www.katapult.tech Kate Byrne / Tharald Nustad Buzzsprout-9367635 Tue, 19 Oct 2021 07:00:00 +0200 2501 technology, impactinvesting, entrepreneurship, futuresociety, climate, consciousness 1 1 full false