Small Business Freedom: How to Create Wealth Through Impact With Gretchen Villegas

Have you ever wondered how your passion could create ripples of change across the globe? Many purpose-driven entrepreneurs struggle between just making ends meet and crafting the impact they dream of. They often face the challenge of staying afloat financially while aligning their work with their values, connecting vulnerable communities with economic opportunities, and motivating teams without losing sight of their values.  Our guest today is Gretchen Villegas. Gretchen has 25+ years of experience as an international development professional managing a portfolio total of $320M+ in US government funding, private donors and investors while living and working in Latin America and Africa. Throughout her career, she successfully managed programs that provided entrepreneurship start-up training and seed capital to more than 25,000 small and medium enterprises. Gretchen has also negotiated multi-million-dollar development deals across sectors. Gretchen consolidated her significant years of experience across non-profits, for-profits and social enterprises into her Triple Win Strategy for Raising Social Impact.  She also provides consultancy services using her trademarked WIN Revenue Methodology, through her company, Nexus Strategy and Growth Partners.  In this episode, we'll delve into her remarkable journey, explore how she links community needs with business opportunities, and discuss how even solo entrepreneurs can set a clear North Star for their impact. You’ll leave inspired and equipped to ignite meaningful change. Learn More About Gretchen: One of the 10 Most Admired Women Leaders in Business 👉 https://entrepreneurialoutlook.com/the-10-most-admired-women-leaders-in-business-2024-aug24/ Elevating the Triple Bottom Line & Values Alignment 👉 https://ciowomenleaders.com/elevating-the-triple-bottom-line-and-values-alignment-gretchen-villegas-vision-for-corporations-and-social-impact-businesses/ Leading Sustainable Revenue & Impact Growth 👉 https://theceoviews.com/nexus-strategy-and-growth-partners-leading-the-way-in-sustainable-revenue-and-impact/ Featured on NBC Washington for Global Thought Leadership 👉 https://www.nbcwashington.com/news/local/global-women-thought-leaders-change-innovation-social-impact/3735101/ -------------- DISCLAIMER: This podcast is sponsored by AskYvi.com. Some links are affiliate links which means if you buy something we'll receive a small commission. -------------- 🌟Meet Gretchen Villegas Website: https://www.gretchenvillegas.net/www.GretchenVillegas.net LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gretchenvillegassocialimpact/ Business: www.NexusStrategyPartners.com -------------- 🌟Connect with Yvi https://instagram.com/askyvi https://www.facebook.com/AskYvi/ -------------- 🏆 Highlights 🏆 00:00 | Introduction 05:33 | Empowering Vulnerable Communities Through SMEs: Creating Sustainable Change  07:14 | Bridging Economic Gaps with Small Enterprises for Lasting Growth  12:36 | Strategic Approaches to Economic Empowerment for Entrepreneurs  13:57 | Reducing Community Risk Through Sustainable Business Models  18:03 | Maximizing Impact with Customized Business Strategies  21:47 | Key Steps for Successful Strategic Business Transformation  25:55 | Empowering Women with Financial Freedom and Entrepreneurship -------------- powered by ecamm: https://askyvi.tips/ecamm and Transistor.fm :  https://askyvi.tips/transistorfm -------------- Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SheIsALeader Subscribe to Podcast: https://askyvi.tips/podcast Apply to be a guest: https://askyvi.tips/SIALApplication