Category: Local Heroes

Social Innovation Perspectives in Japan: Robin Lewis [Interview]

March 28, 2019

Researching about sustainability, startups and social innovation for my global trip would often include endless keyword searches leading to infinite pages and bizarre paths. Luckily for me, Japan was easy! I typed in ‘social innovation Japan’ and front and centre was Robin Lewis with his latest venture, Social Innovation Japan. I was fortunate enough to … More Social Innovation Perspectives in Japan: Robin Lewis [Interview]

5 Insights From SVP Hong Kong’s Purpose and Profit Discussion

March 21, 2019

How can companies communicate their purpose and positive social impact in a way that is authentic, genuine and meaningful? Is it possible or will consumer cynicism always reign supreme?This was the topic of a Shared Value Project Hong Kong panel I spoke at recently. Other panelists included:– Genevieve Hilton (Head of External Communications & Corporate … More 5 Insights From SVP Hong Kong’s Purpose and Profit Discussion

Philippe Guichard: Designing for the greater good [Interview]

February 14, 2019

‘In school, I was called ‘the original’, because I didn’t really fit in anywhere.’ Philippe Guichard, an award-winning Industrial Designer reflected as we sat in a busy Nursery Cafe in Coburg, Melbourne. Although at the time being a misfit was hard, he has used it to his advantage and built a career outside the box. … More Philippe Guichard: Designing for the greater good [Interview]

How Sustainable Design Is Increasing Profit

February 14, 2019

‘In school, I was called ‘the original’, because I didn’t really fit in anywhere.’ Philippe Guichard, an award-winning Industrial Designer reflected as we sat in a busy Nursery Cafe in Coburg, Melbourne. Although at the time being a misfit was hard, he has used it to his advantage and built a career outside the box. … More How Sustainable Design Is Increasing Profit

Using Human Centred Design in Indian slums

October 2, 2017

Originally posted in September 2017 by founder, Laura Baker prior to Planet B. A hot, sweaty ball of mess, I am definitely not looking my finest. We arrive at our first community visit and I spot an elderly Indian man. He struggles to walk and is hunched as he staggers down the mud steps from his house. He walks out because he hears … More Using Human Centred Design in Indian slums