#9 - Ben Roberts: Power shift - collaborating to reimagine funding governance for systemic transformation

Discover how a group of visionaries broke traditional hierarchies to develop a collaborative model for funding governance. In this episode, we delve into the challenges and successes of co-creating a blueprint for systemic transformation. Learn how shared ownership and action learning led to blueprints for innovative funding practices. Hear firsthand accounts of how the team of the Blueprint Project 2023 navigated the complexities of shifting power dynamics and fostering a truly inclusive process. Tune in and be inspired by Ben’s stories of regenerative funding, the power of collaboration, and the potential for creating a more equitable future.Transcript Chapters00:00 Introduction to Ben Roberts and His Background03:06 Exploring Large Group Engagement and Technology04:39 Case Study: Collaborative Paper on FundingGovernance08:48 The Process of Collaboration and Its Challenges13:30 Activating the Blueprint: Moving Beyond theDocument15:19 Reflections on Collaboration and CulturalDifferences19:32 The Importance of Clarity and Vision inCollaboration23:59 Future Directions and Reimagining FinancialSystemsMore informationBen Roberts on LinkedInBlueprint 8: Funding Governance for Systemic Transformation (pdf)Website R3: Redesign Resilience Regeneration