ImpacTalks

oikos Consulting

An hour of inspiring conversation on sustainability, consulting, and more!

With new guest speakers every session, we do a deep-dive into the guests’ journey with consulting and sustainability. As guests answer the questions from the host and the listeners, we hear more about their personal experiences and get inspired. We invite our community to spend a meaningful hour with us!

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August 17 · 30 min
ImpacTalks #18: Rethinking Economics, Redesigning Our Future
What if climate change, inequality, and social instability are not separate crises, but symptoms of the same broken system? In this episode of ImpacTalks, We speak with Sam de Muijnck, economist and co-author of Economy Studies, about rethinking economics for a sustainable future. We discuss: 📊 Beyond GDP 🌍 Sustainability & economic systems 💡 Well-being economy ⚡ Leadership in uncertainty 🚀 Building a better future An insightful conversation on how economic thinking shapes our world and why it may need to change.
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July 8 · 21 min
ImpacTalks #17: Sustainability as a Fundamental Change
How can leaders create meaningful sustainability transformation in a world shaped by complexity, uncertainty, and competing priorities? In Episode 17 of ImpacTalks, we are joined by Christian Kozina-Voit, author of Klimaschutz mit System, sustainability scientist, and systems change expert. In this conversation, we explore: 🔹 Why sustainability is fundamentally a systems challenge 🔹 The gap between sustainability commitments and implementation 🔹 Leadership in times of uncertainty and transformation 🔹 ESG, measurement, and creating real impact 🔹 The role of cities, businesses, and citizens in shaping sustainable futures 🔹 What gives hope in the face of today's environmental challenges Christian shares practical insights and thoughtful reflections on how we can move beyond isolated actions and work toward lasting systemic change. Host: Shiva Ahmadi Producer: Hülya Afat https://oikosconsulting.org/
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May 18 · 30 min
ImpacTalks #16 with Michael Yang: Leading Transformation in a Change-Resistant System
In this episode, we speak with Michael Yang, who is working at the intersection of circular economy, education, and organisational design. We talk about what actually happens when change is attempted inside real systems, why so many strategies fail in practice, and why the key to transformation may lie less in processes and more in human intelligence. A grounded and honest conversation on leadership, pressure, and creating real impact where it matters. Host: Shiva Ahmadi Producer: Hülya Afat Follow oikos Consulting on social media to keep informed on what's new! https://linktr.ee/oikosconsulting
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April 24 · 38 min
ImpacTalks #15 with Katharina Schätz: Sustainable Transformation Starts From Within
In this conversation with Katharina Schätz, we explore the powerful intersection of inner clarity and sustainable transformation — from leadership mindset to real-world impact. We talk about what truly drives change in organizations, how leaders can navigate complexity and resistance, and why sustainable transformation starts from within. If you’re working in sustainability, leading change, or simply asking yourself how to create more meaningful impact — this episode is for you.
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March 22 · 41 min
ImpacTalks #14 with Dr. Johanna Havemann
What does it take to make research more open, inclusive, and impactful for society? In this conversation, we explore with Dr. Johanna HavemannDr Johanna Havemann how Open Science can drive sustainable change in research and empower scientists worldwide how Open Science can drive sustainable change in research and empower scientists around the world. From strengthening research visibility to building equitable knowledge ecosystems, this episode highlights why openness and collaboration are essential for the future of science. We also discuss inspiring initiatives like AfricArXiv and the work of Access 2 Perspectives, which are helping reshape how knowledge is shared globally.
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March 8 · 32 min
ImpacTalks #13 with Laura Payer
In Episode #13 of ImpacTalks, we welcome Laura Payer, Founder of The Ambassador Factory, to discuss how organizations can build authentic and credible employer brands. The conversation explores why effective employer branding must start internally, with employees who genuinely represent the company’s values. Laura also shares insights on how sustainability initiatives gain credibility when employees actively embody them, and why many companies still misunderstand the expectations and motivations of Gen Z in the workplace. Finally, the episode highlights an essential communication principle: authenticity matters more than volume. Companies that focus on real stories and engaged people are far more likely to build trust and long-term reputation. Listen now and discover how employees can become a company’s most powerful ambassadors. Host: Shiva Ahmadi Producer: Hülya Afat oikos Consulting 2026
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January 30 · 39 min
ImpacTalks #12 with Celine Sauer
Managing sustainability or managing our vision for the future? Celine joined us to discuss her career and her vision for ESG management. We talked about what's driving trends in the sustainability field and how important soft skills are for managing the sustainability of businesses. It is a good node to re-think our mindset and expectations around sustainability and green business practices.
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Dec 18, 2025 · 22 min
ImpacTalks #11 with Simon Rauscher
As we conclude our year with the eleventh session, we discussed Simon's AI-powered sustainability reporting platform AITARK. He shared his learnings throughout the process of building his startup, as well as how AI can be useful for both business applications and green innovation.
Nov 25, 2025 · 39 min
ImpacTalks #10 with Johanna Wagner
For Episode #10 of ImpacTalks, we welcome sustainability expert Johanna Wagner to explore how emerging trends are reshaping the future of impactful work. Together, we dive into what it means to redefine impact careers, strengthen sustainability in hospitality, and design green finance that truly works. We also examine how education systems can become more future-ready and why green skills are rapidly rising across industries. With Johanna’s deep expertise and our shared commitment to empowering the next generation of sustainability leaders, this episode offers practical insight and inspiration for anyone driving meaningful change.
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Sep 10, 2025 · 43 min
ImpacTalks #9 with Sophia Perez
Community, Action, and Impactful Work: How is Gen Z dealing with Climate Anxiety? Sophia Perez shared her journey into the world of sustainability and impact-driven work with us. We discussed the importance of mental health in relation to environmental stressors, the need for meaningful work, and the role of community in fostering change. Sophia emphasized the significance of reconnecting with nature, diversity in the workplace, and the necessity of rethinking corporate values to align with the common good. The conversation also touched on the challenges faced by the younger generation in today's economic climate and the impact of social media on mental health. Ultimately, the discussion highlighted the importance of taking action and finding happiness through community engagement and personal growth.
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Aug 20, 2025 · 44 min
ImpacTalks #8 with Alix Barraud
In this episode of ImpacTalks, Alix Barraud shared her insights on HR, sustainability, and the importance of creating a positive impact in the workplace. We discussed her background, the evolution of work environments, and the significance of education in shaping careers. Alix emphasized the need for sustainable practices in organizations, focusing on environmental, human, and organizational sustainability, while highlighting the role of technology in fostering a sustainable work environment, especially for small businesses. The conversation finalized with an interactive exercise on personal impact mapping, encouraging listeners to reflect on their contributions to sustainability and community.
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Jul 20, 2025 · 37 min
ImpacTalks #7 with Nancy Nyambura
Early career researchers, local communities, and open science are all connected. How? Let's listen to Nancy and her journey with Access2Perspectives and Fashion on the Road Africa. We discussed building bridges between science, people, and policymakers, and shared the ways to give ourselves credit when starting our careers. Follow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/oikosconsulting Contact us for consulting and collaboration: hello@oikosconsulting.org
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Jun 26, 2025 · 43 min
ImpacTalks #6 with Clemens Mayer
By sharing his journey from being an aspiring tennis professional to an online entrepreneur focused on sustainability communications, Clemens emphasized the importance of positive news, the challenges of reaching audiences with uplifting content, and the impact of social media algorithms. We also dove into sustainability communication, the role of AI in content creation, and strategies for engaging audiences effectively. Clemens’ insights highlight the need for a balanced approach to media, emphasizing the importance of both positive messaging and the responsible use of technology.
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May 23, 2025 · 19 min
BonusTalk #3: Responsibility
What are we responsible for? Ourselves, our family, our pets, the environment, or the society? What is the healthy amount of responsibility? We dove into discussing the extent of our responsibility and the role of culture and politics play. Is it easy to find the balance so we can sustain our energy to keep making a change? Let's discuss it!
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May 15, 2025 · 45 min
ImpacTalks #5 with Neema Balolebwami Nelly
After Neema shared her education and career timeline, we dove into her journey of being an entrepreneur in tech. Her expertise in the ethics of AI helped us understand the importance of finding the balance between digital connection and surrender. While we learned about the potential improvement points of AI, she also talked about the role of technology in underdeveloped countries. Greatest thanks to her for spending time with us and creating this engaging conversation! ✍️ Register now to join us live next time!
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May 2, 2025 · 34 min
BonusTalk #2: Fitness
Sustainability isn't limited to the circular economy or green businesses. Sustainability also includes healthy bodies in sustainable ecosystems and urban spaces with engaged communities. We discussed our fitness journeys and dove into how training brings discipline and clarity into our lives. Would you connect your fitness habits with your community? We just did! Fitness truly helps us connect with our bodies, environment, and community. How about you?
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Apr 11, 2025 · 42 min
ImpacTalks #4 with Alexandra Kick
Thinkubator Co-Founder Alexandra Kick joined our session and talked about her career journey and her organization. With her entrepreneurship expertise, we successfully created a discussion around the connection between gender equity and climate action. As the listeners joined with their ideas and observations, we talked about the importance of creating collaborative spaces for underrepresented groups to empower and encourage them to act.
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Mar 26, 2025 · 17 min
Bonus Talk #1: Volunteering
As Co-Presidents of oikos Consulting, Lilia and Hülya, we talked about our own journey with volunteering. We answered some common questions about volunteer work and its benefits. For the next time, send us your questions! hello@oikosconsulting.org oikosconsulting.org
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Mar 13, 2025 · 53 min
ImpacTalks #3 with Stella M. Viereck
Our guest speaker and oC Partner Stella Marie Viereck shared her expertise with us on how to create impact within our work and life. With the questions from our community, we shaped the conversation to touch upon role of gender in motivation and confidence. While acknowledging the first step is the hardest to take, Stella had many advice to those who do not feel confident enough to take a risk. Greatest thanks to our brilliant partner for her time, looking forward to collaborating with her on upcoming projects!
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Mar 5, 2025 · 1 min
Introduction to oikos Consulting and ImpacTalks
Dear Listeners, I would like to introduce oikos Consulting and Impactalks. Oikos Consulting is an NGO helping students gain consulting experience and advance their sustainability knowledge to connect with SMEs and startups to provide budget-friendly innovative solutions. We aim to maximize our positive impact by raising awareness, creating connections and opportunities for students, businesses, and experts. ImpacTalks is a monthly 1-hour session we hold with experts from our network where they share their career journeys and answer some questions about sustainability, community, motivation and more. We invite you to join us either live via the registration link on our website, or you can find the recorded session as a podcast the next day!⁠ 🔗Registration Link⁠ The first two sessions were not recorded, but you can still read about them on the website. Please do not forget to follow us on social media to keep up with our new episodes and other projects!

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