Purpose 360

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Purpose 360

Business is an unlikely hero: a force for good working to solve society's most pressing challenges, while boosting bottom line. This is social purpose at work. And it's a dynamic journey. Purpose 360 is a masterclass in unlocking the power of social purpose to ignite business and social impact. Host Carol Cone brings decades of social impact expertise and a 360-degree view of integrating social purpose into an organization into unfiltered conversations that illuminate today's big challenges and bigger ideas.

  1. Mentorship that Matters with Big Brothers Big Sisters of America

    2 DAYS AGO

    Mentorship that Matters with Big Brothers Big Sisters of America

    Every day mentorship transforms lives by opening doors for young people to reach their full potential. Yet, many overlook the profound impact that just one positive adult connection can have in empowering youth and strengthening communities. This is where Big Brothers Big Sisters of America steps in—bringing mentorship to the forefront of social change. Big Brothers Big Sisters of America connects youth nationwide with caring adult mentors who guide and inspire them. Through intentional matching and strong partnerships, Big Brothers Big Sisters of America supports mentorship programs in over 5,000 communities across the U.S., creating real opportunities for youth to thrive. We invited Artis Stevens, President and CEO of Big Brothers Big Sisters of America, to share his journey, from leading the organization to how he leverages partnerships to expand mentorship’s impact. Through collaborations with organizations like Macy's and the NFL, Artis is bringing national attention to Big Brothers Big Sisters of America’s mission and creating new avenues for people to get involved in mentorship. Listen for insights on: Distributing large philanthropic gifts to drive lasting, organization-wide impactFostering partnerships that generate widespread awareness and support for the organization’s missionThe transformational value of and growing need for more mentorsResources + Links: Artis Stevens’ LinkedInBig Brothers Big Sisters of AmericaBecome a BigMeet Big Brother Chris & Little Brother ShaneMacy's Rings in the Holidays with Big Brothers Big Sisters (00:00) - Welcome to Purpose 360 (00:13) - Big Brothers Big Sisters (01:11) - What Artis is passionate about (03:52) - Mentoring (07:35) - Littles and Bigs (10:27) - Results (12:35) - Being a Catalyst (19:16) - Partners (23:58) - Favorite Story (27:16) - Purpose in an AI-Driven World (29:03) - Last Thoughts (30:39) - Wrap Up

    32 min
  2. Personal Purpose in the Fight for Climate and Health Equity with One Young World Ambassadors

    12 NOV

    Personal Purpose in the Fight for Climate and Health Equity with One Young World Ambassadors

    Changemakers from One Young World Series Host Carol Cone talks with Katie Hodgetts and Dr. Adewumi Babatunde Enoch, two impactful leaders from the One Young World Summit, to discuss how personal purpose drives meaningful environmental and social change. Katie, founder of The Resilience Project, shares her journey in climate activism, emphasizing the need to support young leaders in addressing climate anxiety and burnout. Adewumi, a public health advocate from Nigeria, discusses his work with Quinta Healthcare, focusing on women’s health equity through cancer screenings and education. Together, they explore how personal motivations fuel resilience and how cultivating purpose can address pressing global challenges in both health and climate action. This episode is part of our multi-episode series featuring some of the world’s most influential changemakers who attended the 2024 One Young World Summit, a global forum that brings together young leaders from 190+ countries to accelerate social impact. Resources + Links: Katie Hodgetts’ LinkedInAdewumi Babatunde Enoch’s LinkedInOne Young World (00:00) - Welcome to Purpose 360 (00:13) - One Young World Series (01:31) - Katie Hodgetts (02:19) - Climate Change (04:28) - Resilience Project (07:34) - Finding and Engaging (09:10) - Mental Health Anxiety Around the World (09:56) - Social Media Exacerbation (11:06) - Workshops (12:52) - The Idea (14:32) - Personal Purpose (15:59) - Fueled by Anger (16:34) - The Power of Social Connectedness (17:52) - Have More Climate Anxiety (19:10) - Dr. Adewumi Babatunde Enoch (20:40) - The Summit (22:13) - Quinta Healthcare’s Focus (24:17) - Scaling the Work (25:33) - The Summit (27:03) - Sponsors (28:46) - Advice (30:10) - Wrap Up

    31 min
  3. Tackling the Roots of the Refugee Crisis with Per Heggenes

    5 NOV

    Tackling the Roots of the Refugee Crisis with Per Heggenes

    Changemakers from One Young World Series Host Carol Cone interviews Per Heggenes, former CEO of the IKEA Foundation, on his commitment to empowering refugees and addressing the global issues causing an increase in refugees, such as climate change and poverty. Per shares insights from his tenure, highlighting successful organizational and governmental programs and policies. Per also encourages young leaders to push for impactful change, asserting that businesses can be both profitable and purpose-driven, aligning with the values of today’s conscious consumers. This episode is part of our multi-episode series featuring some of the world’s most influential changemakers who attended the 2024 One Young World Summit, a global forum that brings together young leaders from 190+ countries to accelerate social impact. Resources + Links: Per Heggenes’ LinkedInIKEA FoundationOne Young World (00:00) - Welcome to Purpose 360 (00:13) - Per Heggenes (01:29) - Per Heggenes’ Background (03:07) - Per’s Time at IKEA (04:47) - Foundation’s Focus (07:50) - Programs (10:26) - One Young World Board (11:58) - Refugees (17:19) - Canada’s Success (19:58) - Applying AI (22:07) - Advice for Young People (24:15) - Advice to Leaders (26:08) - Wrap Up

    28 min
  4. Safeguarding Water through Youth-Driven Solutions with One Young World Ambassadors

    29 OCT

    Safeguarding Water through Youth-Driven Solutions with One Young World Ambassadors

    Changemakers from One Young World Series Host Carol Cone speaks with two inspiring changemakers: Annie Lu, co-founder of H2Ok Innovations, and Rebecca Daniel, founder of The Marine Diaries. Annie discusses how her company uses AI and sensor technology to make manufacturing more sustainable by optimizing processes and reducing waste, water, and energy consumption. Rebecca highlights critical issues like climate change and overfishing and discusses how The Marine Diaries connects people with ocean science through storytelling and immersive experiences. Together, they offer valuable insights into the intersection of technology, environmental sustainability, and youth-driven solutions. This episode is part of our multi-episode series featuring some of the world’s most influential changemakers who attended the 2024 One Young World Summit, a global forum that brings together young leaders from 190+ countries to accelerate social impact. Resources + Links: Annie Lu’s LinkedInRebecca Daniel’s LinkedInOne Young World (00:00) - Welcome to Purpose 360 (00:13) - Annie Lu (01:31) - About Annie (02:19) - H2Ok (04:31) - The Client (05:05) - Example (07:13) - Savings (07:52) - Germination (11:00) - Youth in This Space (13:09) - Advice (15:05) - Rebecca Daniel (15:20) - About Rebecca (16:05) - Marine Diaries (18:12) - Ocean Issues (18:40) - Coral Bleaching (21:42) - Other Ocean Challenges (23:17) - Awards (25:05) - Mentors (26:55) - Getting Into Conservation (28:12) - Connecting with Rebecca (28:37) - Sponsorship (29:34) - Last Word

    31 min
  5. Global Challenges and AI Solutions with One Young World Ambassadors

    22 OCT

    Global Challenges and AI Solutions with One Young World Ambassadors

    Changemakers from One Young World Series Host Carol Cone speaks with three inspiring young leaders—Abideen Olasupo, Lillian Olivia Orero, and Gitanjali Rao—about their impactful work in harnessing the potential of artificial intelligence for social innovation. Abideen, co-founder of FactCheckAfrica, talks about combating misinformation in Nigeria through community engagement and fact-checking. Lillian, a gender and technology lawyer and founder, discusses her work with SafeOnline Women Kenya addressing online safety for women and girls. Gitanjali, an MIT student and innovator, shares her efforts in empowering students globally through innovation workshops. The conversation highlights the role of AI in advancing their missions and the importance of collaboration and empathy in driving positive social change. This episode is part of our multi-episode series featuring some of the world’s most influential changemakers who attended the 2024 One Young World Summit, a global forum that brings together young leaders from 190+ countries to accelerate social impact. Resources + Links: Abideen Olasupo’s LinkedInLilian Olivia Orero’s LinkedInGitanjali Rao’s LinkedInOne Young World (00:00) - Welcome to Purpose 360 (00:13) - One Young World (01:29) - Artificial Intelligence (01:57) - Introductions (08:01) - Audiences (18:38) - Reaching Out (21:59) - Entrepreneurial Advice (24:30) - Finding Partners (26:25) - Wrap Up

    28 min
  6. Courageous Leadership for a Net Positive Future with Paul Polman

    15 OCT

    Courageous Leadership for a Net Positive Future with Paul Polman

    Changemakers from One Young World Series In this debut episode, the first in an exclusive series from the One Young World Summit, Paul Polman, former CEO of Unilever and co-author of Net Positive, joins host Carol Cone to discuss the urgent need for courageous leadership in today’s world. Paul shares insights on how businesses must adopt regenerative, restorative practices to address climate change and inequality, and how young leaders are key to driving this transformation. He also explores how companies can move beyond corporate social responsibility to embrace a "net positive" approach, where they give back more than they take. This episode is part of our multi-episode series featuring some of the world’s most influential changemakers who attended the 2024 One Young World Summit, a global forum that brings together young leaders from 190+ countries to accelerate social impact. Resources + Links: Paul Polman’s LinkedInNet Positive“Stakeholder Capitalism Still Makes Business Sense” (Harvard Business Review)One Young World (00:00) - Welcome to Purpose 360 (00:13) - One Young World • Paul Polman (02:11) - Book Update (04:06) - Most Important Question Asked at Conference (05:09) - Purpose Progress (06:54) - Being More Courageous (09:04) - Gen Z Leaders (10:31) - Wrap Up

    12 min
  7. 20 Years of Inspiring Better Futures with PNC

    8 OCT

    20 Years of Inspiring Better Futures with PNC

    In 2004, the PNC Foundation was faced with a challenge: it had focused grantmaking on meeting the unique needs of the communities in the company’s 12 markets. While this enabled custom solutions to local challenges, the PNC Foundation struggled to clearly articulate the impact its philanthropy was driving. Recognizing the need to align grantmaking with one cause, the PNC Foundation first turned to employees for input. Overwhelmingly, employees expressed a passion for early childhood education. This led to the launch of PNC Grow Up Great, a $500 million, multi-year, bilingual initiative aimed at preparing children from birth to age five for success in school and life. Fast forward to today, Grow Up Great is celebrating its 20th anniversary, having positively impacted more than 10 million children through grants and educational programs across the U.S. We invited Sally McCrady, Chair and President of the PNC Foundation, to share how Grow Up Great has sustained lasting impact over two decades. She highlighted the program’s strategic direction, driven by strong leadership engagement, active employee volunteerism, and a commitment to asking, “Is this going to help children?” By staying true to this mission and fostering a culture of service, Grow Up Great has become a powerful force for early childhood education, inspiring long-term success both within PNC and in the communities it serves. Listen for insights on: Managing a philanthropic initiative so it remains relevant and impactfulWorking alongside and supporting partners in growing their capabilities and offeringsEngaging employees through skills-based volunteerism Resources + Links: Sally McCrady’s LinkedInGrow Up GreatGrow Up Great Advisory Council and PartnersDonors Choose (00:00) - Welcome to Purpose 360 (00:13) - PNC • Sally McCrady (01:48) - About Sally and PNC (04:04) - Genesis of PNC Grow Up Great (09:06) - Volunteerism (12:26) - Structure (15:12) - Recruiting (16:31) - What’s Next? (19:51) - Long Term (21:47) - Structural Elements (25:23) - Flash Funding (26:06) - Purpose in an AI-Driven World (27:31) - Last Thoughts (28:36) - Wrap Up

    31 min
  8. The Secret to Lasting Philanthropy with the My Special Aflac Duck®

    24 SEPT

    The Secret to Lasting Philanthropy with the My Special Aflac Duck®

    Aflac is proving that a well-crafted philanthropic initiative can thrive by continuously adapting to the evolving needs of those it serves. Launched in 2018 as part of Aflac’s Childhood Cancer Campaign, My Special Aflac Duck® is a soft and cuddly companion that was designed to support children undergoing cancer treatment by helping them prepare for medical procedures, express their emotions, and engage in distraction therapy. Created with input from child life specialists and psychologists, My Special Aflac Duck® offers a range of interactive features—from medical play accessories to calming Soundscapes—all aimed at making a child’s journey through treatment more manageable. Aflac’s commitment to My Special Aflac Duck® has not waned since the initiative’s launch. Instead, Aflac has continued to distribute the medical companion to pediatric cancer patients (at no cost to them) and has evolved it to support children with sickle cell disease, another population facing long, difficult treatments. We invited two Aflac executives who worked on the duck’s development to speak to the program’s success and evolution: Jon Sullivan, Director of Corporate Communications, and Buffy Swinehart, Senior Manager of Corporate Social Responsibility. They share insights on how companies can sustain and grow their social impact efforts and remain true to their mission while making a real difference. Listen for insights on: How to pitch philanthropic opportunities to a CEODeveloping a public and philanthropic initiative that can stand up to scrutiny in public relationsThe importance of grounding philanthropic initiatives in data and researchResources + Links: Jon Sullivan’s LinkedInBuffy Swinehart’s LinkedInMy Special Aflac Duck®This robot duck eases children through cancer treatmentsParents and Caregivers Report a Reduction in Anxiety and Distress in Young Cancer Patients Using the My Special Aflac Duck® (00:00) - Welcome to Purpose 360 (00:13) - Aflac (01:09) - Meet Jon and Buffy (05:08) - MSAD's Origin Story (09:18) - Describing the Duck (14:35) - Initial Rollouts (19:00) - Sickle Cell Duck (20:29) - Other Innovations (21:50) - Research and Credibility (23:50) - Stories (26:57) - Advice for Authentic Ideas (32:30) - Purpose in an AI-Driven World (33:17) - Last Thoughts (35:11) - Wrap Up

    37 min
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Business is an unlikely hero: a force for good working to solve society's most pressing challenges, while boosting bottom line. This is social purpose at work. And it's a dynamic journey. Purpose 360 is a masterclass in unlocking the power of social purpose to ignite business and social impact. Host Carol Cone brings decades of social impact expertise and a 360-degree view of integrating social purpose into an organization into unfiltered conversations that illuminate today's big challenges and bigger ideas.

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    TruStory FM
  • Creator
    TruStory FM
  • Years Active
    2018 - 2024
  • Episodes
    190
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