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Nothing About Us, Without Us with Regina Kline
Regina is dedicated to advancing the rights and interests of people with disabilities as innovators, workers, business owners, and consumers.
Reimagining Generosity with Gabe Cooper
Gabe has a true passion for creating market-defining software and helping charities reimagine generosity.
Hot Takes Entering 2023 with the Access Ventures Team
The Access Ventures team discusses the market changes in 2022 and how that impacted the company, their thoughts on the crypto landscape, philanthropy, the importance of friendship and everything in between.
Crushing Medical Debt with Jared Walker
Jared and Bryce talk about what Charity Care is, how TikTok has changed the trajectory of Dollar For, how many Americans are eligible to have their medical debt forgiven, and what drives Jared each and every day.
How DeFi Can Be Used For Social Good with Mike Sall & Blake West
Mike and Blake share the story of how they met and started Goldfinch. The trio also discusses what decentralized finance (DeFi) is, crypto’s ability to transform financial models, and the false label Goldfinch has received as “under collateralized lending”.
Exploring the Future of Web3 with Shawn Cheng
In this special episode of More Than Profit, guest hosts Ben Terry and TJ Abood from Access Ventures talk with Shawn Cheng, Partner at ConsenSys Mesh, about the evolution and innovative uses of blockchain technology, DAOs, NFTs, DeFi, and building quality communities in the Web 3.0 ecosystem.
Innovative Capital with Alexandre Lazarow
Alexandre and Bryce discuss financial inclusion, impact investing in the fintech and healthcare spaces, and how to balance the trend towards automation with the importance of human connection.
Rebuilding Hope for the Unhoused with Jonathan Kumar
In this episode of More Than Profit, Bryce talks with Jonathan Kumar, CEO of Samaritan, about the critical role of providing autonomy and dignity to individuals experiencing homelessness, and how Samaritan links them to the social and financial resources necessary to achieve housing and health goals, emphasizing the connection between access to housing and improved health outcomes.
Protecting Dignity Through Equitable Lending with Travis Holoway
In this episode of More Than Profit, Bryce talks with Travis Holoway, CEO of SoLo Funds, about how their platform provides a non-predatory financial option for underserved communities by leveraging community support, discussing the importance of human dignity, combating payday loans, and increasing access to capital and financial literacy.
Increasing Oral Health Equity with Dr. Kwane Watson
In this episode of More Than Profit, Bryce talks with Dr. Kwane Watson, founder and CEO of Kare Mobile, about how his startup is increasing oral health equity by making dental care more accessible through mobile clinics, the role of mentorship, and the impact of technology on the dental industry, along with discussing regulatory changes and creative capital solutions for scaling a startup.
The Need for Good Jobs with Betsy Biemann
In this episode of More Than Profit, Bryce talks with Betsy Biemann, CEO of Coastal Enterprises Inc., about the seven elements of a “good job,” the responsibilities for creating such jobs, the intersection of capital and justice, the effects of globalization and technology on workers, the differences between rural and urban CDFIs, and the critical role of childcare in a functioning economy.
The Dilemma of Social Entrepreneurship with Joe DeLoss
In this episode of More Than Profit, Bryce talks with Joe DeLoss, founder of Hot Chicken Takeover, about creating supportive jobs for people facing employment barriers, the role of family in entrepreneurship, navigating a business through the pandemic, the current state of social entrepreneurship, and Joe's unique past as an amateur magician.
The Magic of Employee Ownership With Levi Smith
In this episode of More Than Profit, Bryce talks with Levi Smith, President of Franklin Building Supply, about creating exceptional workplaces, the benefits of employee ownership, and the leadership lessons learned from growing up on a cattle ranch and leading a company with 650 employees.
Catalyzing Innovation with Rebecca Rice and Patrick Henshaw
In this episode of More Than Profit, Bryce talks with Patrick Henshaw and Rebecca Rice from Render about their diverse career paths, working in the Midwest, the importance of risk-tolerant capital, and the significant impact corporations can achieve by embracing innovation in partnership with organizations like Access Ventures.
Client Facing Project Management and the Origins of Lenderfit with David Taliaferro
In this episode of More Than Profit, Bryce talks with David Taliaferro, founder and CEO of Lenderfit, about his entrepreneurial journey from working at Access Ventures to founding a startup, his expertise in microfinance and loan tools, and the importance of innovation in promoting financial inclusivity through projects like Kiva, the Growth Loan, and Lenderfit.
Addressing the Myths of Homelessness with Marcus Stubbs
In this episode of More Than Profit, Bryce talks with Marcus Stubbs, an ambassador of the Know Homelessness campaign, about the myths and misconceptions surrounding homelessness. Drawing from his personal experience and his current Ph.D. studies in education and social change, Marcus provides valuable insights into how we can better understand, discuss, and address homelessness, especially focusing on helping homeless youth.
Impact Through Growth Equity with Wright Steenrod and Moses Icyishaka
In this episode of More Than Profit, Bryce talks with Wright Steenrod and Moses Icyishaka about their new fund, Iriba, which integrates growth and social impact, discussing how aligned business models enhance company culture and mission, and the metrics used to measure the impact of their investments.
Building Inclusive Economies Through Refugee Lens Investing With John Kluge
In this episode of More Than Profit, Bryce talks with John Kluge, Founder and Managing Director of the Refugee Investment Network, about using impact investing to empower refugees and displaced people, viewing them as partners rather than problems, and financing companies that help these individuals contribute to society.
Investing In Renewable Energy With Charles Wheeler
In this episode of More Than Profit, Bryce talks with Charles Wheeler, Co-CEO of Greenbacker Capital, about connecting investors with sustainable infrastructure projects, his lifelong dedication to environmental conservation, and the impact he hopes to make in renewable energy through Greenbacker Capital.
Hidden Ventures and Scaling the Creator Economy With Ben Terry
In this episode of More Than Profit, Bryce talks with Ben Terry, Chief Creative Officer at Access Ventures, about defining the creative and creator economies, discussing various creative projects, and Ben's initiative, Hidden Ventures, an investment firm supporting emerging creatives.