Enterprise & Innovation

Wholegrain Thinking: Sustainable Web Practices with Tom Greenwood

Meet Tom Greenwood, sustainable design pioneer and co-founder of Wholegrain Digital. Author of Sustainable Web Design and creator of the Sustainable Web Manifesto and Website Carbon, Tom is driving the digital industry toward a greener future. With features in BBC, CNN, and top tech podcasts, plus talks at global events like WordCamp Europe, Tom brings […]

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Leading with Impact: Yas Grigaliunas on Scaling the Circular Economy

Meet Yas Grigaliunas, founder of Circonomy—Australia’s boldest voice in the circular economy. Backed by Officeworks and a $4M capital raise, Yas is scaling reuse, repair, and recommence initiatives nationwide. But she’s not just about business—she’s about being real. Yas lives by HOT: Honest, Open, Transparent, and challenges others to Be BRAVE—Raw, Authentic & Vulnerable Every

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ConnectHear, Establishing Conncetions between Hard-of-Hearing Communities with Society in Pakistan

Meet Azima Dhanjee, a trailblazing social entrepreneur and proud Child of Deaf Adults (CODA). Motivated by her parents’ challenges, she founded ConnectHear, Pakistan’s first sign language interpretation platform. From launching the country’s first sign language AI to gaining global recognition from Forbes and Pioneers Post, Azima is transforming accessibility for the Deaf community. In this

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Brewing Change: James Grugeon on Purpose-Led Innovation and Climate Action

In this session, James Grugeon shares powerful insights from his two-decade journey as an environmental and social entrepreneur. From founding The Good Beer Co to partnering with communities and businesses to combat climate change, James highlights the importance of courage, collaboration, and purpose-led innovation. He reflects on building impactful connections, prototyping sustainable ideas, and using

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Empowering Through Tech: Rasha Abu-Safieh’s Journey from Gaza to Global Impact

In this inspiring conversation, Rasha Abu-Safieh shares her journey from Gaza to co-founding GGateway—Palestine’s first IT social enterprise that empowers youth and women through digital jobs. With a strong belief in the power of one person or organisation to spark change, Rasha speaks to the importance of both technical and personal development in building sustainable

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How to Build Purpose-Driven Products That Truly Connect | Eli Harrell

In this insightful talk, Eli Harrell, social entrepreneur and co-founder of Valhalla.team, shares his proven framework for creating purpose-centric products. Drawing from years of experience building and advising businesses globally, Eli breaks down the four pillars of product development, the ideal team structure, and the importance of embedding purpose into every customer interaction. Learn how

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Digital Marketing with Heart: Brook McCarthy on Authentic Online Impact

Join Brook McCarthy, founder of Hustle & Heart, for a powerful session on cutting through the digital noise with empathy, strategy, and creativity. With 15 years of experience in digital communications, Brook shares key lessons on building a values-led business, attracting your ideal clients, and creating compelling marketing that converts—without compromising your integrity. Learn how

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From Refugee to Changemaker: Fireside Chat with Hedayat Osyan of CommUnity Construction

In this deeply moving session, Hedayat (Nick) Osyan, founder of CommUnity Construction, shares his incredible journey from being a Hazara refugee to building a thriving social enterprise in Australia. Nick speaks about overcoming language barriers, discrimination, and trauma to empower other refugees and asylum seekers through meaningful employment and apprenticeships. He reflects on the supports

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Designing for Impact: Fireside Chat with Tom Allen of Impact Boom

Join us for a powerful conversation with Tom Allen, Founder and CEO of Impact Boom, a global social impact agency that’s supported over 220 social enterprises. Tom shares insights on leading purpose-driven ventures, the importance of human-centred design, and why creating positive change also requires great products. He reflects on building alignment, breaking through echo

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