Why should we rethink business models and funding methods?

Welcome to Money for Change, a brand-new podcast from Triodos Bank! In this weekly podcast, the Impact & Economics department will share insights and challenges related to our core question: how can we transition to a more balanced and just world? Each episode, we’ll be joined by Hans Stegeman, Triodos Bank’s Chief Economist. Together, we’ll dive into various topics and current affairs related to this overarching question, exploring ways in which these necessary changes might be realized. Today’s episode will cover the subject on alternative- business models and funding methods. Triodos Bank was founded with the purpose of creating positive change in society by making sure money flows in the right direction. However, the mainstream business models and funding methods do not always align with the needs of society and the challenges we’re facing in the coming decades. What can we do to re-invent or re-shape our traditional business models and what different forms of alternative funding could support these business models? Together with Gijsbert Koren, one of the crowdfunding pioneers in the Netherlands and expert on steward-ownership, we're going to delve into these questions. As usual, Hans will share a news item for us to reflect on, with this episode featuring his insights on this year’s ‘Black Friday’ mania Host: Sanne van Keulen Fixed guest: Hans Stegeman Guest: Gijsbert Koren If you have any comments or questions about this episode, feel free to contact us using the form on our webpage: https://www.triodos.com/en/podcasts/money-for-change  Triodos UK crowdfunding platform; https://www.triodos.co.uk/faq/what-is-the-crowdfunding-platform-by-triodos-bank?id=e4a90394a274