#263 'Young People Thriving Through Enterprise', Rod Baxter CEO Kings Trust Aotearoa
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In this episode of Purposely Podcast, we sit down with Rod Baxter, CEO of Kings Trust Aotearoa New Zealand, to explore how the Trust is helping 17- to 30-year-olds build confidence, enterprise, and opportunity.
Rod shares:
Why listening to young people is the starting point for meaningful change
The challenges young people face as traditional entry-level jobs disappear
How the Trust’s enterprise programme and Hikano seed funding scheme are sparking new ventures with a 94% survival rate
The importance of “radical collaboration” in New Zealand’s crowded non-profit sector
Inspiring stories of young entrepreneurs building businesses and giving back to their communities
Kings Trust Aotearoa is part of a global network with roots in The Prince’s Trust, but its approach is uniquely local—grounded in the voices, aspirations, and realities of young people across Aotearoa.
Tune in to hear Rod’s journey, his vision for youth development, and why purpose sits at the heart of lasting impact.
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