Half Step Away with the Libro-EPIC Social Impact Initiative
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New Special Edition Segment in partnership with the Libro-EPIC Social Impact Initiative!
More than ever before, we face several social and environmental challenges across the globe. These challenges are often complex, multilayered and have great impact on local and global communities and regions. Social entrepreneurship welcomes changemakers to be strategic and creative in tackling some of these challenges and are usually known for implementing widespread improvements in society. Every month on the 15th we will be highlighting a local social enterprise! This months episode is featuring Half Step Away:
Half Step Away is a full-inclusion music centre, that offers personalized music programs for people of all abilities. Their goal is to create a social impact through music and art, by providing opportunities to those who wish to embrace their creativity. Founded by Adrian Deschamps, Shane Trowbridge, and Jordan Bonneau, the Half Step Away team began their entrepreneurial journey in the EPICentre's Libro-EPIC Social Innovation Program. The team has proved its resilience by rising through the challenges they faced amid the COVID-19 pandemic and continue to work towards their goal of fueling artistic expression.\\xa0
We talk about:
- What made them decide to start this social enterprise
- How the process & programs work at Half Step Away
- What resources and tools they used when creating their business
- Their experience in the Libro-EPIC Social Innovation Program
- How the pandemic affected their business and what pivots they had to make in order to cope with the current situation\\xa0
- Big success moment that really stands out from their business journey\\xa0
- What they've learned from running their own business\\xa0
- What advice would they'd give to someone starting a social enterprise\\xa0
- And more!
Social enterprises primarily focus on a social purpose; it is a new lens through which we can view traditional businesses making a positive impact in the world. EPICentre's Social Enterprise 101 Coaching service, sponsored by Libro Credit Union, is aimed to support local community members who are working to start a social enterprise. Through this initiative, you will receive coaching, resources, tools and networks to help you build a thriving social enterprise. Learn more at https://www.epicentreuwindsor.ca/social-enterprise-101-coaching/\\xa0
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