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Do One Better with Alberto Lidji in Philanthropy, Sustainability and Social Entrepreneurship

Alberto Lidji
Sustainable Development Goals
Philanthropy
Impact Investing
Girls' Education
Economic Mobility
Together For Girls
Brave Movement
Social Mobility
Homelessness
Education
Children's Rights
Plan International
Corporate Philanthropy
Childhood Sexual Violence
Inspire
Africa Venture Philanthropy Alliance
Women
Children's Mental Health
Global Surgery Foundation
Save the Children International

Listen to 350+ interviews on philanthropy, sustainability and social entrepreneurship. Guests include Paul Polman, David Lynch, Siya Kolisi, Cherie Blair, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Bob Moritz, David Miliband and Julia Gillard. Hosted by Alberto Lidji, Visiting Professor at Strathclyde Business School and ex-Global CEO of the Novak Djokovic Foundation. Visit Lidji.org for more information.

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Brian Sommerlad
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Episode: Brian Sommerlad, Chairman of CLEFT: Treating Cleft Lip and Palate Through Collaboration, Training and Trust
Maya Ziswiler
Chief Executive Officer of the Roger Federer Foundation
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Episode: Roger Federer Foundation's CEO, Maya Ziswiler, on their New Strategy and Achieving Philanthropic Impact
Guy Cave
President of the Legatum Foundation
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Episode: Guy Cave, President of the Legatum Foundation on Creating and Launching Collective Philanthropy Funds
Tom McPartland
Chief Executive Officer of ELMA Philanthropies
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Episode: Tom McPartland, CEO of ELMA Philanthropies, on Navigating a New Era in Global Health and Development
Richard Sedlmayr
Co-founder of the Agency Fund
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Episode: Richard Sedlmayr, co-founder of the Agency Fund, on Achieving Social Impact Through the Power of Human Agency
Sarah Butler-Sloss
Philanthropist and founder and chair of the Aurora Trust
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Kate Williams
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Episode: Kate Williams, CEO of 1% for the Planet: Turning Business into a Global Force for Environmental Good
Tom Szaky
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Episode: Tom Szaky, Founder and CEO of TerraCycle, on Turning Waste into Value, the Future of Reuse, and Why Policy Is Key to a Circular Economy
Anna María Chávez
President and Chief Executive Officer of the Arizona Community Foundation
Arizona Community Foundation
Episode: Anna María Chávez, President and CEO of the Arizona Community Foundation, on Philanthropy and Building a Culture of Giving Across Arizona

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Alberto Lidji
Host specializing in philanthropy, sustainability, and social entrepreneurship, recognized for engaging with thought leaders and industry experts.

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 123 ratings
  • Must Listen For Those Who Want to Inspire & Impact

    Refreshingly impactful and inspiring in equal measure. Alberto has powerful conversations with true thought leaders which are skilfully broken down into actionable insights. A must listen for those who want to be ahead of the thought leadership curve and make a difference.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NED25AJZ
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Incredible depth and range

    Fantastic to see how Alberto has led conversations on the most impactful parts of society across the world. Bringing out causes, solutions and insights from organizations driving change.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    T. Varma
    Denmarka year ago
  • Highlight of my week!

    What an inspiring, uplifting and educational Podcast! For those who are interested in philanthropic subjects from diverse business segments, this is the podcast for you.

    I look forward to my weekly dose. Great job!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jeanette.B.B.
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great Podcast.

    Really good podcast, impressive selection of guests. Super useful for those looking to get into the sustainability or international development space.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Louissch
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Not to be missed

    So insightful, a must listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rob Dickinson
    United Kingdom2 years ago

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Brian Sommerlad, Chairman of CLEFT: Treating Cleft Lip and Palate Through Collaboration, Training and Trust
Q: How do you select the geographic areas where you're gonna be engaged?
Selection often depends on local connections and existing relationships with medical practitioners in those regions.
Brian Sommerlad, Chairman of CLEFT: Treating Cleft Lip and Palate Through Collaboration, Training and Trust
Q: What does it look like to have Cleft engaged in that country?
Each project varies; for instance, in Bangladesh, there was virtually no care available initially, so Cleft has helped establish multidisciplinary care including speech therapy and orthodontics.
Brian Sommerlad, Chairman of CLEFT: Treating Cleft Lip and Palate Through Collaboration, Training and Trust
Q: What's Cleft all about?
Cleft is a charity aimed at funding research into the causes and treatment of Cleft Lip and Palate while supporting local treatment centers in low and middle income countries.
Guy Cave, President of the Legatum Foundation on Creating and Launching Collective Philanthropy Funds
Q: What words of wisdom would you like to share with folks who might be thinking about starting a fund?
Be really honest with yourself about your intentions and whether you're genuinely looking to collaborate rather than just seeking more funding.
Guy Cave, President of the Legatum Foundation on Creating and Launching Collective Philanthropy Funds
Q: How do you go about scouting these ideas?
Ideas can come from various sources, often stemming from recognizing opportunities to empower local organizations in different sectors.

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Focusing on impactful discussions in philanthropy, sustainability, and social entrepreneurship, this podcast features interviews with influential leaders and advocates from various sectors. The conversations center around innovative solutions, collaboration, and practical strategies to address pressing global issues, ranging from environmental concerns to social justice and community revitalization. By hosting a diverse lineup of guests including CEOs, philanthropists, and educators, the content is enriched with firsthand insights and actionable takeaways that can inspire listeners to engage actively in creating social change.

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2. Maya Ziswiler
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5. Richard Sedlmayr
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