Episode 7

Impact Sprint: Against the Grain – The Bureaucratic Wall

Published on: 27th October, 2023

Why You Should Listen

  • Ever wondered what it takes to set up an international marathon in a remote location?
  • Get a behind-the-scenes look at navigating bureaucratic labyrinths when planning a race.
  • Real, raw insights on establishing and managing social businesses.
  • Understand how local communities play a vital role in the success of such events.

Episode Summary

In this week's episode, Nick Kershaw takes us on a journey from vision to reality as he shares the roller-coaster story behind setting up the Nepal Impact Marathon. This isn't just about running—it’s a deep dive into social entrepreneurship, international development, and the tightrope walk of navigating bureaucracy. You'll hear all about the highs, lows, and everything in between, leading up to their monumental event in Nepal.

Key Highlights

  1. Team Building in Monsoon Season: The unique assessment tools nature provides.
  2. Local Partnerships: Working closely with village communities and why local presence is crucial.
  3. Red Tape Realities: The staggering challenges and surreal situations faced in governmental offices.
  4. Noise Pollution?: An encounter with an inexplicable policy about running in the National Park.
  5. Unexpected Twists: The cliffhanger resolution with the head of the National Park.

Key Quotes

  • "Running is banned in the park—noise pollution."
  • "There's always a solution."

Hot Points

  • Social Entrepreneurship
  • Impact Marathon
  • Trail Running
  • Nepal
  • Community Engagement
  • Adventure Travel
  • Race Planning

Don't miss this episode if you're passionate about social impact, love running, or are keen on understanding the intricacies of international development. Cheers to turning visions into reality!

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About the Podcast

Impact Stories with Nick Kershaw
Deep dives on creating a positive impact with charities , philanthropists & business leaders from across the globe.
Every single day, you create an impact.
It's up to you to make it a positive one.

Impact Stories with Nick Kershaw is a series of stories, deep-dive conversations that will help you understand how to create a positive impact every day.

If we want to change the world, we can't simply look to charities - we need business leaders, the public sector, civil society, and individuals to be working together.

Nick Kershaw is on a mission to create a world where every single person has the knowledge and opportunity to create a positive impact. As Founder & CEO of the Impact Marathon Series, he has travelled the world in search of the most powerful ways to create a positive impact. And, most importantly, how to share the characters, the stories, and the ideas will empower you today.
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