Purpose in Action: Careers That Create Positive Impact
Description
Curious about how your career, skills or business ideas could contribute to positive social and environmental impact?
Join Study Melbourne for an evening connecting international students with professionals from Melbourne's B Corp community.
Through a panel discussion, audience Q&A and networking session, you'll hear real career stories, learn how purpose-driven organisations create positive impact, and explore how you can incorporate purpose into your own career journey.
Whether you're interested in sustainability, entrepreneurship, social impact, leadership, or simply discovering new career pathways, this event will provide practical insights and valuable connections.
What You'll Gain
Insights into careers that contribute to positive social and environmental impact
Real stories from professionals working in purpose-driven organisations
Ideas for applying purpose and sustainability across different industries and professions
Opportunities to connect with professionals and like-minded students
What to Expect
Introduction to purpose-driven business and the B Corp movement
Panel discussion featuring professionals from Melbourne's B Corp community
Audience Q&A
Networking with students and industry professionals
Meet the Panel
Angie Farrugia | Director of Communications & Engagement at B Lab Australia, Aotearoa and New Zealand | With more than 20 years of experience across diverse industries and organisations, Angie Farrugia leads communications and community engagement for B Lab in Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand. Her work supports the B Corp movement’s vision for a more inclusive, equitable and regenerative economy. At the event: Angie Farrugia will open the session with a short introduction to B Corps and the B Corp movement, before handing over to our panel of purpose-driven business leaders. |
Erin Morris | Director at Young Folks (B Corp™) | With more than 15 years of marketing experience, Erin Morris has worked with organisations ranging from start-ups to global brands. As a Director at B Corp-certified Young Folks, Erin brings extensive experience in purpose-led marketing and communications. |
Sam Keck | Managing Director at Commonfolk Group (B Corp™) | Sam Keck is the founder and Managing Director of B Corp-certified Commonfolk Group, a specialty coffee business based on the Mornington Peninsula. Through Commonfolk’s Partnership Coffee philosophy, Sam champions long-term relationships with coffee farmers and greater fairness across the global coffee industry. |
Matthew Nation | Director in Nation Partners (B Corp™) | Matthew Nation is the founder and a Director of B Corp-certified Nation Partners, a purpose-driven consultancy with a strong environmental and social focus. Matthew advocates for businesses to help build a more equitable economy that works for people and the planet. |
Damian Thomson | Program Manager at Victorian Smart Cities Initiative (Purpose-Driven Organisation) | Damian Thomson is the founder and Program Manager of the Victorian Smart Cities Initiative. The initiative helps small and medium businesses use data and technology to strengthen communities, while creating practical internship and career opportunities for graduates. |
Meet the Host
Liliana Munoz
2026 Study Melbourne Student Ambassador
Liliana is a B Corp consultant and Study Melbourne Student Ambassador. Through this event, she is creating opportunities for international students to connect with purpose-driven professionals, build their understanding of sustainability and impact, and explore how purpose can shape future careers and entrepreneurial journeys.
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