Ep. 53 / Generosity and True Change through the Transformational Business Network with Kim Tan

What if the most generous thing you could do wasn’t another grant, but a business that outlives the donation? In this episode we sit down with Dr. Kim Tan—biochemist, venture investor, and pioneer of social impact funds—to rethink how giving can build jobs, dignity and systems that last. 

From a high-risk bet on a safari reserve in South Africa’s poorest province, to a network of 10,000 low-cost schools educating three million children, Dr. Tan shows how enterprise-based solutions can scale where traditional aid often stalls. 

We unpack the core thesis: nations don’t transform through charity alone; they transform when capital builds real companies. Dr. Kim explains why the “missing middle” of small and medium enterprises is critical in emerging markets, how patient capital and hands-on mentorship reduce risk, and why the first screen is financial viability—even for mission-driven work. 

Faith is woven throughout the conversation. Dr. Kim shares a kingdom-centered vision that is incarnational, sacrificial, and focused on transformation. Whether you’re a philanthropist, investor, or believer who wants your generosity to matter for the long haul, this conversation offers a clear, tested roadmap for turning compassion into sustainable prosperity.

If you'd like to learn more about the Transformational Business Network you can go to their website and social media for Asia and Africa. 

And please don't forget to share this episode and join the conversation on YouTube! 

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