Gillian Pereira: How Businesses Can Positively Impact Society & The Environment

During our most recent podcast episode, the lead researcher and reporter at The Business Pickle, Gillian Pereira, spoke about the importance of using business to make positive social and environmental impacts. She discussed how companies could reduce food waste globally, with three main topics: redistribution, repurposing, and applying technology. Gillian shared inspiring stories worldwide, highlighting practical solutions to food waste. She noted that customers and investors expect businesses to prioritize social and environmental responsibility, with 70% of leaders agreeing that companies are responsible for improving their impact on the world. Gillian also discussed how entrepreneurs are key drivers in creating change for good in society, emphasizing the importance of taking risks and embracing uncertainty. Additionally, she highlighted how businesses should seek ways to create genuine change and share their successes with others to create a domino effect of positive impact. Reflecting on how a company can make an impact is essential for creating positive PR stories and creating meaningful change in the world. By highlighting practical solutions to food waste, such as redistributing, repurposing and using technology, Gillian provided an inspiring insight into businesses' optimistic impact on society. Her message was clear: if we all take responsibility for our actions and strive to change the world positively, we can create a brighter future together.