Do you have the agency
to make your aspirations come true?
Do you have the power to turn your aspirations into reality? We believe in the strength of personal agency—the idea that you hold the ability to shape your own path and create meaningful change. This community is built for those ready to make an impact, driven by purpose, and unafraid to take bold action.
Why Impact&Agency? Impact is the mark you leave on the world; Agency is the drive that gets you there. Together, these are the forces that push you forward, helping you transform ideas into tangible outcomes. At Impact&Agency, we are building a space where individuals come together to share insights, gain inspiration, and support one another on their journeys to make a difference.
Join the movement: We’re building more than a network—we’re building a community of change-makers who believe in the power of action. We introduce you to Ignitors in their startup phase, Transformers that are actively shaping the future and Trailblazers whose legacies are coming to life. Whether you’re just starting your journey or looking to amplify your impact, we’re here to support you every step of the way.
what’s in a phrase?
Start Where You Are.
As the calendar turned to 2025, the world feels both exciting and daunting. We’re surrounded by stories of bold moves and sweeping changes, making it easy to believe that transformation requires an elaborate master plan. But the truth is, many of the greatest stories start with something much simpler: the courage to begin, exactly where you are…
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IGNITOR
Igniting conversations.
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TRANSFORMER
Closing the exit gap.
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TRAILBLAZER
Living life on purpose.
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ripple effects
Take it one step at a time.
The New Year often arrives with an overwhelming sense of expectation. From media messages about resolutions and detoxes to well-meaning friends asking about your “big plans for 2025,” the pressure to start fresh can feel suffocating. When you finally share your frustration, the advice is often the same: “Just take it one step at a time.”…
JOHN RAPLEY PLAYS COACH:
John Rapley’s advice for future Trailblazers.
When asked to play coach, John Rapley shared this powerful reminder: “Never be content with where you are. Be pleased with what you’ve accomplished, but don’t rest on your laurels.” For those striving to make an impact, his advice is clear—celebrate your milestones, but always stay hungry for growth, learning, and creating meaningful change. Progress is a journey, not a destination.
inspiration
by CARRIE KERPEN
Carrie Kerpen’s The Whisper Way addresses the “Exit Gap,” highlighting the disparities in valuations and exits between male and female entrepreneurs. Drawing from her own eight-figure business sale, Kerpen offers practical tools, leadership insights, and strategies to help women scale their businesses and achieve equitable financial outcomes. She also founded The Whisper Group and hosts The Exit Whisperer podcast to support women entrepreneurs in transforming their businesses into valuable assets and closing the gap in successful exits.
JOHN RAPLEY’s mentor box
John Rapley would advise you to keep something precious that once belonged to a predecessor—a parent’s favourite mug, a grandmother’s rosary, a treasured book, or an award they cherished. These objects carry more than sentimental value; they are reminders of your inheritance, the sacrifices made before you, and the responsibility to honour that legacy. They ground you in where you come from while inspiring you to build on that foundation for the future.