In this episode of The Business Gay Podcast, host Calan Breckon speaks with founder and principal at Elle Community Strategies, Erica Charron.

With more than a decade working in the nonprofit community development sector, Erica founded Elle Community Strategies as a response to the evolving landscape of nonprofit/corporate partnerships and the drive for collaborative social impact. She is the author of various publications exploring complex social issues through community-based participatory research practices that aim to advance public policy. Erica is a certified diverse supplier with Canada's 2SLGBTQI+ Chamber of Commerce (CGLCC) and a proponent of social change.

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Links mentioned in this episode:

• Ellecs.ca





• Erica Charron on LinkedIn

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Key Takeaways for quick navigation:

• [01:00 ] Economic resilience hinges on adaptability and cross-sector collaboration.





• [02:30 ] Nonprofits and businesses must work together for effective grassroots solutions and scalability.





• [05:54 ] Canada emphasizes collaboration over the US's capital-centric growth.





• [10:15 ] Systemic inequities arise from unchecked capitalism, impacting all sectors.





• [12:35 ] Businesses should prioritize social impact alongside profit for sustainable growth.





• [15:04 ] Future-proofing requires creativity and adaptability in response to crises.





• [26:19 ] Engaging in local policy forums helps businesses align values with social impact initiatives.





• [27:53 ] Voting is crucial for younger generations to protect rights and make their voices heard.