212. How You Can Make a Global Difference and Thrive in Your Business

Ashleigh S. Chapman, JD is a human rights lawyer, social entrepreneur, and a believer that each of us are called and uniquely positioned to make an impact on behalf of those in need. Ashleigh has spent 23+ years building solutions, partnerships, and programs to end human trafficking and protect vulnerable populations. She is the founder of:Altus Solutions™ - a business for good that scales tech-enabled social justice solutions;Alliance for Freedom, Restoration, and Justice® (AFRJ) - a global humanitarian aid nonprofit;The Freedom Council™ - an assembly of business leaders dedicated to this cause;Engage Together® - a collective impact project that strengthens statewide and local community response to end and prevent human trafficking; andJustice U™ - an online "university" for frontline professionals and concerned citizens Through these efforts, Ashleigh has consulted with, come alongside, and equipped thousands of advocates and organizations spanning all 50 states and every continent except Antarctica. She has been highlighted by Welum's Women Who Inspire and Authority Magazine's Social Impact Heroes, received Qlik's Global Transformation Award, and was recently named one of USA Today's Women of the Year.  She graduated Summa Cum Laude with her B.S. from Tennessee Technological University, and Magna Cum Laude with her Juris Doctorate from Regent University School of Law, where she received the faculty's Most Outstanding Graduate award and was named Alumna of the Year in 2024.Altus Solutions™ - a business for good that scales tech-enabled social justice solutions;Alliance for Freedom, Restoration, and Justice® (AFRJ) - a global humanitarian aid nonprofit;The Freedom Council™ - an assembly of business leaders dedicated to this cause;Engage Together® - a collective impact project that strengthens statewide and local community response to end and prevent human trafficking; andJustice U™ - an online "university" for frontline professionals and concerned citizens- a business for good that scales tech-enabled social justice solutions;Alliance for Freedom, Restoration, and Justice® (AFRJ) - a global humanitarian aid nonprofit;Join The “Now” Newsletter: https://now.katierichardson.com/newsletterAbout Katie Richardson:Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.Connect with Katie:Website: https://katierichardson.com/CASE STUDIES: https://now.katierichardson.com/casestudyLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creatorApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-working-now/id1515291698BuzzSprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1847280Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kV8cL7eTZ70UAXMOtcBbrNewsletter: https://now.katierichardson.com/newsletter