Hosted by Rhetta Chappell

Conversation with Stephen Riley and Dr Julia Carins

What does social impact really mean, and how can organisations measure it effectively? In this episode, we’re joined by Stephen Riley, CEO of The BUSY Group North America, and Dr Julia Carins, Associate Professor of Social Marketing at Griffith University.

Together, they cut through the jargon to explore:

• What makes impact reporting credible (spoiler: it's not just about pretty graphs)

• Common mistakes organisations make when measuring impact—and how to avoid them.
• How data can validate—or challenge—the stories we tell about our work.

Whether you're a data professional, decision-maker, or simply passionate about purpose-driven work and long-term social change, this episode offers valuable insights on leveraging data for real-world impact.

If you have any questions or comments, you can reach us by email at ridl@griffith.edu.au. Griffith University and the Relational Insights Data Lab (RIDL) are dedicated to building and supporting thriving communities. We believe that the right data, in the hands of the right people, can change lives for the better. We are committed to collaborating and co-designing solutions which address long standing, complex socio-economic problems. If you or your organisation would like to collaborate or learn more about the important work we do, please get in touch. We'd love to hear why data matters to you.

Thank you for listening to Show Me the Data.

Show Notes:

• The BUSY Group 2023 Social Impact Report