S2 EP1: The Power of Purpose with Simon Beer, Big Wave Marketing and Rosey Oakes, The Mare and Foal Sanctuary

In this episode of the Riviera Connect Podcast, weexplore what it really means for businesses and charities to lead with purpose, from building a mission-led organisation to strengthening community connections.

Simon Beer

Simon Beer, Managing Director of Bigwave Marketing, shareshow becoming a B Corporation has helped align growth with genuine social impact. He talks about Bigwave’s mission to make a difference to clients, colleagues and communities, and his long-term vision for a creative agency that leaves a lasting legacy in the South West.

Rosey Oakes

Rosey Oakes, Community and Corporate Fundraising Lead from TheMare and Foal Sanctuary brings a charity perspective, highlighting how equine-assisted learning and community engagement programmes can transform lives. With more than a decade in the charity sector, she explains howcollaboration between businesses and charities creates stronger, more resilient communities.

Together, Simon and Rosey show how purpose-driven work,whether through communities, charity, or sustainability initiatives,  is helping to shape a more connected, compassionate Torbay.

Chris Thomas

Chris Thomas, Vice-Chair of the Paignton and DistrictChamber of Commerce, rounds off the episode with an invitation to the Torbay Business Community Christmas Social at the Ibis Styles Paignton. He talks about the importance of community spirit and how uniting Torbay’s business networksbuilds momentum for the year ahead.

Connect and take action

Discover Bigwave Marketing’s purpose-led approach: bigwave.co.uk

Partner with The Mare and Foal Sanctuary: mareandfoal.org

Join the Torbay Business Community Christmas Social – book your ticket on Eventbrite

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