Reframing Venture Capital as a Tool for Change

Explore how venture capital can be transformed into a powerful tool for positive societal change in this thought-provoking TEDx talk. Delve into the intricate relationships between money, work, and human connections, and discover how these elements can be leveraged to create a new era of diverse, impactful, and inclusive venture capital. Learn about innovative approaches to unlock idle wealth, replace harmful jobs, and catalyze vital changes in the world. Gain insights from Oliver Bonallack, a politics student and founder of Collective VC, as he shares his perspectives on pragmatic change-making, ethics in venture capital, and alternative investment models that prioritize human connection and societal progress. Understand the importance of community knowledge building around impact investment and explore strategies for maximizing impact additionality while decoupling financial compensation from societal harm.

Reframing Venture Capital as a Tool for Change | Oliver Bonallack | TEDxUniversityofBristol