Small Giants Academy

Our flagship Mastery of Business and Empathy (MBE) program offers a unique opportunity for those seeking not only business knowledge, but a complete reimagining of the way they lead and the mark they're leaving upon the world.

But what makes studying with Small Giants Academy so different? A curriculum designed by the leading minds in Next Economy thinking is just the start. Check out our article to explore more about what makes studying with Small Giants Academy a one-of-a-kind experience.

Secure your place amongst leading thinkers and change-makers in 2025. Learn more and apply at link in bio - applications close August 26th.

Bald rolling hills, heather fleeted ridges and gray open skies. With only 2% of its native woodland left, the time for wilding in Scotland is now. Though how do you shift the cultural mindset of a land prided for gaming, hunting and generational farmland? Connection to nature, of course.

Alladale Wilderness Reserve spans a 23,000-acre highland estate in the Caledonian Forest, in the Scottish Highlands. Was so wonderful to spend time with the dedicated local and expert team and conservationist owner Paul Lister.

Final chapter of Impact Safari Rewilding takes us to the highlands. Couple of beautiful captures from the cohort yesterday, especially Cameron Adams.

It's that time of year again — applications for our MBE 2025 program are opening very soon and we're so excited to meet our next cohort of changemakers.

Over the last four years, we have seen incredible groups come through our doors to become leaders for the next economy, and the growth and transformation we've witnessed over this time has been nothing short of inspirational. The bonds and relationships built in service of a hopeful future are profound.

If you feel called to expand your horizons and create impact in your spheres of influence, we invite for you to join our information night on the MBE 2025 program on June 27.

Meet other creators, dreamers and leaders who are passionate about deepening their impact, and join the movement for a hopeful future. Register your free place at the link in our bio.

Imagine an organisation where nature itself has a voice on the Board of Directors. That’s exactly what has done. By giving nature a seat at the table and a say in every business decision, they’re paving the way towards the Next Economy and purposeful governance.

Curious about how this works? Watch their video on becoming the first business to include nature on their board at the link in bio.

If you’re looking for more than ‘tick the box’ Governance training, explore our Governing for Purpose foundations program. Whether you’ve got your formal certification or don’t, whether you’re on a board or report to one — we invite you to challenge your thinking and do things differently. The world needs you to. Link in bio.

There is no one-size-fits-all, ‘right way’ to do business. Instead, there’s a bounty of ideas and frameworks available to develop a governance structure that works for you and your organisation, and puts purpose at the centre of what is possible.

Join a cohort of business leaders like Ollie Pelling of , where you will learn essential skills around integrating stakeholders, protecting purpose and leading systems change to help build a world we want to gift to future generations.

Learn more at the link in bio.

Two weeks to go until our Impact Investing Community Drinks at 🥂

If you’re a member of The Conduit, Small Giants Academy, and the wider impact investing community, join us to celebrate London Climate Action Week and be a part of the movement towards a more sustainable future 🌱

Book your tickets at the link in bio.

🌊 June 8 was World Oceans Day, and we’ve been reflecting on Mathew Bate’s profound essay on the beauty of ocean life and the deep importance our underwater world holds for our ecosystem. As Mathew says, “Landscapes are humming to the song of regenerative work; there’s one particular landscape that isn’t getting as much attention: the ocean.”

As the waves of climate collapse pummel our shores, what might we learn from going for a swim? Read ‘A Cry for Kelp’ at the link in bio.

At Small Giants, we believe that business can be a force for good and that our systems can and should work better for everyone — including nature. By committing to sustainable practices, we can create a more regenerative future across all landscapes.

Are you a creator, dreamer and leader?

Are you looking for a learning experience that expands your horizons, builds meaningful connections, and deepens your impact in the world?

Join us for an enlightening evening of exploration of Small Giants Academy's Mastery of Business and Empathy (MBE) program—a 10-month reinvention of the traditional MBA, equipping leaders with the practical tools, philosophies & inner work to reinvent business a hopeful future. This event is designed for individuals who believe that empathy is a cornerstone of effective and impactful leadership, and are seeking to build their skills and capabilities to show up and lead differently. 

We'll be joined by special guest, David Ritter—CEO of Greenpeace Australia Pacific and MBE speaker— sharing his perspective on leading with empathy in challenging environments. You'll also have the opportunity to hear from past participants of the MBE program who will share their transformative experiences and the real-world impact of their learning.

Applications for our 2025 MBE cohort will open at the end of the information night. Get your free tickets at the link in bio.

🌏 Today is World Environment Day, and it’s a true reminder of why we do what we do here at Small Giants.

A better tomorrow is possible if we share our collective wisdom and take action to build the future we want to see for ourselves and generations to come, where our natural world and humanity can thrive 🌱

We need people like you to change the world, and we’re here to help you do it. Join us for our Into the Arena: Climate Leadership Accelerator program to develop a hopeful framework for climate action — link in bio.

In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, empathy isn’t just a buzzword; it’s a crucial component of effective leadership. Our MBE program goes beyond traditional business education by integrating empathy into every aspect of leadership development. We focus on individuals who are not only business-savvy but also deeply connected to their teams and communities.

Join fellow MBE participants like Bonnie as we collectively redesign, reimagine, and renew the way we lead. Applications for our 2025 cohort open on June 27. Link in bio.

🌱 We can’t wait for Jane Goodall’s Melbourne stop on her ‘Reasons for Hope’ tour tomorrow night!

Join us at the Palais Theatre, where our very own Berry Liberman will engage in what is sure to be an incredible conversation with Jane on her extraordinary career spanning six decades. This is an event you definitely don’t want to miss.

Get your tickets at the link in bio.

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“As we face converging crises, there is an increasing understanding that the role of business needs to change. We expect businesses to behave responsibly towards the communities they impact and the environment they operate in. But what about governance? As we start to expect more and more from the way we operate businesses, shouldn’t we also examine and evolve how we govern? The answer is yes.”

Mele-Ane Havea, Co-Chair of and guide on our upcoming Governing for Purpose program, explores the evolving roles and responsibilities of board directors in her article ‘Leadership in the Boardroom: Next Economy Governance’. Head to the link in bio to read the full article and sign up for the program, where you will learn to revolutionise your governance by embedding impact and purpose.

“The systems change conversation must involve approaches that are both expansive and localised: methodologies that get to the core of systemic problems by honouring place-based and community-led solutions.”

In an interview with Kaj Lofgren, CEO of , he discusses how we can create major change through leadership as facilitation, the importance of coming together in person and the emergence of systems investing. You can read the full interview at the link in bio.

Interested in learning more about systems-lens investing? Come and join our online masterclass on June 5, where you will hear from Kaj and Small Giants’ CEO, Danny Almagor. Tickets are available under ‘upcoming events’ at the link in bio.

We’re delighted to be joined by the incredible Dr Éliane Ubalijoroto, CEO of the Centre of International Forestry Research and World Agroforestry, in conversation with Small Giants’ very own Head of Programs, Tamsin Jones, on June 3.

Inspired by the ecological dynamics of nature-based systems, they will discuss:

💡How we can break out of our islands of knowledge and embrace collective wisdom
🌱How we feed the world
🌏Sustainable living within planetary boundaries
❤️Reshaping the relationship between biodiversity and human health

Join us to discover how we can find agency within these complexities — link in bio.

We are living in a world of diminished trust and increasing polarisation. When people are afraid of speaking for fear of saying the wrong thing, offending others or being attacked, the quality of our discourse diminishes and our ability to diagnose and hopefully heal our fractured world becomes fraught. We need to be able to have brave conversations about leadership, values and hope, and sit in rooms with people we disagree with.

Instead of living in fear, distrust and outrage, we must orient towards the goodness and openness within people to be able to call each other towards truth and love. This is the work of Small Giants Academy.

We'll be holding a Masterclass exploring how we can learn to hold and lean into these Brave Spaces on June 6th from 4-6pm. Get your tickets and join us at the link in bio.

We are very excited to be heading to Hong Kong on June 21 for a half-day workshop led by Small Giant’s Co-Founder, Danny Almagor.

Co-organised by the Sustainable Finance Initiative, this interactive and practical session explores the alignment of wealth and values, helping you to develop the tools needed for an effective impact investing strategy.

🎫 Learn more and book your tickets at the link in bio.

Governance is about so much more than balancing budgets and assessing risk; by embedding consciousness and impact into our governance practice, we can expand beyond bureaucracy and into The Next Economy, one that centres people and purpose.

The incredible Francie Doolan, Non-Executive Director at Small Giants, and Mele-Ane Havea, Co-Chair at , recently held a masterclass on the myths and misconceptions around governance and what needs to happen in the boardroom and leadership positions for the future of Next Economy governance.

In a recent article, we take a dive into these debunked myths and misconceptions. Head to our link in bio to find out more and secure your spot for our upcoming Governing for Purpose program, where you will learn to embed consciousness, purpose and impact into your governance practice.

Calling all in the UK — come and join us in celebrating London Climate Action Week at The Conduit for Impact Investing Community Drinks🥂

Hear from three pioneering global family office leaders, Alexa Firmenrich, Seth Tabatznik and Berry Liberman, who will share their stories and valuable insights into their climate investing journey, and mingle with fellow members of The Conduit, Small Giants Academy, and the wider impact investing community.

Ready to make new connections, share ideas, and be a part of the movement towards a more sustainable future? All are welcome — head to the link in bio to book your tickets. We can’t wait to see you there!

Back by popular demand, we are excited to announce that we are running another Systems Lens Investing Masterclass.

Hosted by Danny Almagor, Founder of Small Giants, and Kaj Lofgren, CEO of Regen Melbourne, this masterclass will unravel the concept of systems thinking and explore how to activate your investment portfolio for impact.

Join us on June 5 from 6-8pm AEST / 9-11am GMT to delve into the essence of systems thinking and its application in investing. Reserve your space at the link in bio.

During this session, you will also have the opportunity to ask questions about our upcoming impact investing program in the UK — explore our programs to find out more.

We look forward to seeing you there!

Love this quote borrowed from & ‘s recent research manifestation, 3ºC Neighbourhood, seeking to understand the current risks urban neighbourhoods face over this century due to climate chaos and ecological breakdown. They shared an epic open-source chapter to download — just Google ‘CIVIC SQUARE 3 Degrees Celsius Neighbourhood’ to find it!

Travel is a window to the world. We feel so lucky to get to explore such places, collecting visions for hopeful futures to activate in our own lives. Places for Impact Safari Bhutan, April 2025 are open for expressions of interest. We already can’t wait to be back. These are a few captures at the very special ✨

We’re thrilled to be joined by our dear friend, poet, theologian and conflict mediator, , on May 9. In conversation with Small Giants Founder , they’ll discuss the skills involved in creating soft spaces for hard conversation.

You won’t want to miss this one — learn more and book your free tickets at the link in bio.

That’s a wrap on Impact Safari Bhutan 2024. As traveller put it - ‘this was not just sight-seeing, it was inner-seeing.’ So much gratitude for this land, it’s people & energy. And this unbelievable group of joyful, curious, impactful humans. A gift.

Through the Mastery of Business and Empathy, we come together and connect with the most extraordinary and diverse groups of people. What they share is their willingness to lean in, challenge their assumptions, and as Michael so beautifully puts it, ‘hand themselves over to the process'.

The transformation we experience over 10 months together is unlike anything else.

Curious to learn more about the MBE? Express your interest to get a sneak peek into what we’re learning. Link in bio.

Final Places for Impact Safari Uganda are now open.

Alongside exploring conservation, systems thinking and biodiversity - we will deep dive our innate psychical, cultural and psychological evolution which have led us to this very moment in time.

Canoe the White Nile, visit sanctuaries of Chimpanzee and White Rhinos, spend time with The Jane Goodall Institute in Hoima, cruise the Kazinga Channel and embrace an intimate cohort of Impact leaders and storytellers.

Come away renewed with hope, connection & a deepened understanding of your place in deep time. Details on our website via link in bio.

.kahn always stopping to smell the roses, on our visit to the Mendegang local community school

Last week we kicked off our new program Into the Arena at an in-person retreat at our home, The Whitehouse, bringing together participants to deepen their climate knowledge and uncover the opportunity at the intersection of climate awareness and positive action.

In celebration of World Earth Day, we honour the profound impact of community in safeguarding our planet. Witnessing the bonds forming within our cohort has been truly inspiring as we collectively journey toward climate leadership. As we look ahead, we’re excited to witness all of the innovative collaborations and initiatives that will stem from this transformative program.

Thank you to Boundless Earth for supporting us on this program, and to our exceptional guest speakers who have shared their incredible wisdom — Lesley Hughes, Climate Scientist; , CEO & Co-Founder of ; Bronwyn Gresham, Clinical Psychologist & CEO of ; and , CEO of .

Drawing from Lady Bird Johnson’s words, “the environment is the place we as a whole meet, where all have a common intrigue; it is the one thing we all share,” we extend an invitation to be part of our community at Small Giants and ignite climate leadership in Australia.

Applications for our August Climate cohort are now open — visit the link in bio or reach out to [email protected] for more information.

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Our Impact Safari Bhutan is in full flight. With an early morning flight arriving on an auspicious holiday, celebrating the founder of this magic Kingdom. Warm welcomes from the Gross National Happiness Centre, blessings at Tacho Lhakang temple & setting intentions within Golden Buddha. It feels so good to be back. Shoulders drop. Jaw relaxes. Drop-in begins.