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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 …

Operation Groundswell (OG) creates custom educational trips for university students to “backpack with a purpose”. OG works with local NGOs on community requested projects- asking what they need- as opposed to assuming or requesting.  Their programs not only change the lives of the students participating, but also improves the communities …

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 …

Non profit jobs are both challenging and rewarding. If you’re like us, you may have some preconceived notions about what it’s like to work in the non profit sector. We spoke with non profit insiders to help set the record straight as we demystify 5 common myths.

Professionals interested in a social impact career have likely heard how important it is to network and build relationships when looking for a job. But don’t start your networking only after you’ve begun your job hunt. It may be tempting to put off reaching out to new contacts but the …

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Behind the Impact: It’s inspiring every time we go behind the scenes at an organization that does well by doing good. Especially where the culture allows people to be themselves, make an impact and have fun all at the same time. Summerhill is an energy efficiency and engagement company that designs …

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, …

Today we’re unveiling our new look, one that we think better reflects the spirit of Bmeaningful. It was a difficult decision to refresh a look that our community identifies with and one that we launched only a year ago. But we’re confident that the decision is the right thing to …

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 …