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I help entrepreneurship practitioners become holistic ecosystem builders.
A rising tide lifts all boats. We can only drive meaningful, lasting change if we take a systems approach and facilitate the flow of information and resources within these systems.
At Social Venturers, you’ll find the insights, resources and a global network of peers to build your mindset and skills as an effective ecosystem builder (professional excellence) without losing sight of yourself (personal mastery).
This is a martyr-free zone.

My latest insights and conversations
S07E08: Safeguarding the Fabric of our Nation with Anne Wiper and Molly Hemstreet at the NSF Textile Innovation Engine in North Carolina
I sat down with Molly Hemstreet and Anne Wiper to talk about how the Textile Engine is working to bring sustainability and circularity to the industry in North Carolina and beyond.
Read MoreS07E07: The Future of Energy Innovation with Mike Mazzola at the NSF FUEL Engine in Louisiana
I sat down with Michael Mazzola, Executive Director of the NSF FUEL Engine in Louisiana to learn more about why Louisiana is uniquely qualified to drive innovation in carbon use, capture, and sequestration.
Read MoreS07E06: Powering Ideas That Feed The World with FARMS CEO Dr. Hollie Mackey
I’m sitting down with FARMS CEO Dr. Hollie Mackey to get the scoop on how they’re empowering North Dakota’s diverse communities to create thriving, resilient food systems for now and the future.
Read MoreWhat People Say About Me
The secret sauce Anika brings to every project, event and opportunity is that she is exceptional at blending theory and practice. She can explain and speak to the highest levels of systems change, community-driven impact and the importance of relational approaches.
But she has also spent time in community doing the work. She has lived experience as an entrepreneur who is supporting entrepreneurs and in building entrepreneurial ecosystems in some of the most interesting places.
Andy Stoll
Ecosystem Building Leadership Network