Interviews

Jason Shim represents the next generation of nonprofit professionals using technology as a tool for change. From hackathons and consulting to teaching and volunteering, Jason is at the cutting edge of digital marketing. What inspires us most is his relentless passion for advancing nonprofits through technology.

Experts in CSR series. If you’re anything like Landon French you believe in the power of relationships. Landon grew up in a small town where community meant a lot, people helped each other not only when there were problems, but because it was the right thing to do. Landon brings …

Do you ever worry that the next hire on your team won’t fit in with the culture? It’s easy to take for granted working with great, like-minded people and if you’re anything like us, you believe that ‘the people make the place’. Rachel Birenbaum and the rest of the team’s work on …

Can you describe your role at Sustainalytics?  I am an Associate Analyst and I work on the research products team. I am the sector lead for our coverage of telecom and media companies.

Aria Finger was on a mission to prove her college classmates wrong- that working at a not-for-profit could be efficient, effective and world-changing. As Chief Operating Officer of DoSomething.org– a not-for-profit that empowers millions of people to take action around causes they care about- she does just that. And we couldn’t be …

Barry Martin’s transformation from an ad man at a traditional advertising agency to Purple Sheep is inspiring. One of the most amazing things about choosing to do work that you believe in is the feeling you get seeing the positive impact your work has on the community and the freedom …

What’s a typical day like?   Is there a typical day? Generally most of my day is spent troubleshooting. As an Executive Director, I see myself as a facilitator. I’m not really an authoritative director.  I see my job to support the staff as best as I can, make sure they …

What do you do at Summerhill? I’m the Account Manager at Summerhill Impact, our non-profit arm. I work on stewardship programs focused around recycling and waste management – making sure waste is being curtailed, reduced and managed properly so that it doesn’t have a negative impact on the environment. What …

What does your job entail? As the Program Director, I coordinate retail programs for the Ontario Power Authority (OPA). We support both the retailers and the OPA in executing energy programs in stores. For example if Toronto Hydro wants to have representatives in stores to engage customers on energy conservation, …

Can you describe your job and what a typical day is like?  I’m the graphic designer at Summerhill and although I’m part of the marketing team, I work with everybody and on every program. I’m always designing and doing something different, but I’m responsible for everything web and print related, …

Experts in corporate social responsibility series. Frances Edmonds is a leader. A rare breed of Purple Sheep who not only makes a positive impact, but also inspires everyone around her to do the same. As the Director of Environmental Programs at HP Canada, Frances is a driving force behind their sustainability …

Zoran Grabovac doesn’t have what you’d think is your typical government job. He’s part of a relatively new team working on the cutting edge of social enterprise and innovation in Ontario. Working with a passionate but nascent sector brings both excitement and challenges to his job. Read on for more of Zoran’s story.

Meet Casey Dilloway, Co-founder at Community Sourced Capital, where he helps local communities make meaningful investments in local businesses. Casey’s go-getter attitude is a classic Purple Sheep trait, a relentless commitment to having as much positive impact as possible. Read on for more of Casey’s story.

Experts in CSR Series: We love meeting successful, down to earth professionals who’ve built their careers at one organization. While job hopping may be the current trend for most companies, it’s quite the opposite for Ersilia and most of the team at Summerhill. From Field Rep to President, read on to …

Experts in CSR Series: We enjoy bringing you the inside scoop on corporate social responsibility professionals and the jobs they love. Tom has a broad view of the sustainability industry, and while there may not be as many quote unquote CSR jobs as we’d like right now, Tom tells us …

Making sure your voice is heard is an important aspect of meaningful work. Speaking up may not come easy to everyone, but it’s an important attribute to have when engaging with decision makers, be they potential employers or policy makers. Good decisions are made knowing all the relevant information, which …

Experts in corporate social responsibility: Heather Lang’s career story shows us the benefits of growing within an organization and how by finding the right company you can marry your passion with your career. An activist at heart, she pursued her interests in social and environmental causes and found a job that …

Most entrepreneurs don’t follow rules. They also don’t wait for people to tell them what to do. They take initiative and get stuff done. And that’s precisely what John Paul de Silva, Founder and Managing Director of Social Focus Consulting did. Not one to wait for opportunities to come to …

Young Professional Series: Kendra Kerr has what many would say is a dream job working for the Maple Leaf Sports and Entertainment (MLSE) Foundation on their Community Development Team. Helping Toronto’s most iconic sports franchises, like the Raptors and Maple Leafs, give back to their communities is as fulfilling as it …

For those of us who believe there’s more to a job than a paycheque, and that it’s about the journey, not just the destination- this interview is for you. As the Director of Projects at Public, Fatima Crerar shares a unique passion and drive for her work, spurred by the …