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Episode 7: Matt Davis

Join us for an insightful conversation with Matt Davis, CEO of Salvos Stores, as he shares his journey of leading one of the world’s most impactful charitable organisations.

In this episode, Matt sits down with Paul Zahra to discuss leadership in the nonprofit sector, how to navigate crises and the future of humanitarian retail.

What you’ll learn:

  • Matt’s personal leadership journey and pivotal career moments
  • How Salvos Stores responds to crises like the cost-of-living emergency
  • Insights on prioritising objectives and setting a vision in a mission-driven organisation
  • The importance of the new clothing stewardship scheme, ‘Seamless’
  • Building leadership talent within a nonprofit and fostering partnerships that drive impact

Whether you’re in retail, the nonprofit world, or just passionate about leadership, this episode is packed with valuable takeaways!

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