E1 S14: Building Impactful Careers Through Purpose-Driven Ventures

The Social Change Career Podcast

Join us for Season 14, Episode 1 of the Social Change Career Podcast which features Pravin Rodrigues, an accomplished impact investor and business leader, who shares insights on creating purpose-driven ventures that tackle global challenges while delivering financial returns. Whether you're an aspiring changemaker or a seasoned professional looking to align your career with your values, this conversation offers practical advice and fresh perspectives.

Why Take a Listen?

• Discover strategies for navigating and growing in the evolving field of impact careers.
• Learn practical advice on aligning your values with professional goals.
• Gain insights into scaling businesses that drive social and environmental change.
• Understand how impact investing creates both measurable results and financial returns.

Bio:

Pravin Rodrigues is a multidisciplinary business leader and impact investor with extensive experience in creating positive organizational change and building sustainable business value. As the Founder and Managing Partner of Espera Ventures, he leads investments in early-growth enterprises that contribute to sustainable development while pursuing strong financial returns.

With expertise spanning financial services, clean technology, healthcare, and retail, Pravin has spent decades advising and scaling purpose-driven organizations. He is also the Founder and Principal of Mentis Management Solutions, which provides strategy and advisory services for large-scale transformations. Additionally, through his work at Path & Purpose, he helps young people discover their purpose and build impactful career paths.

Resources mentioned in the podcast

BioPlaster Research (Mexico): Transforming sargassum algae into biodegradable materials to combat pollution.

Refurbi (Colombia): A marketplace offering refurbished electronics, promoting sustainability and affordability.

SmartBeemo (USA/Miami): Empowering Latin American entrepreneurs with e-commerce education and solutions.

PCDN.global – Professional network and resources for impact careers.

Espera Ventures – Impact investment firm focused on Latin America.

Path and Purpose – Program helping young people discover purpose-driven careers.

Latin American Leadership Academy (LALA) – Youth leadership development organization.

University of Cambridge – Offers a Sustainability Master's Program.

Global Alliance for Banking on Values – Network promoting sustainable banking.

Amalgamated Bank – B Corp-certified bank focused on social responsibility.

Triodos Bank – Sustainable banking institution.

Blue Dot – Organization offering AI courses and upskilling opps.

The Fourth Turning – Book recommendation.

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