Riveo Impact Lab

By: Elin Barton Emily Adams
  • Summary

  • Welcome to the Riveo Impact Lab, the podcast where we dive into the stories and strategies of trailblazing entrepreneurs and small business owners who are redefining what it means to build a successful business.

    If you’re ready to balance impact and income, compete with the big players, and lead with purpose, this podcast is for you.

    Each episode delivers:

    • Expert Insights: Learn from inspiring guests who lead the way in sustainability, diversity, and inclusion.
    • Practical Advice: Get actionable tips and tools to create meaningful change in your business.
    • Real-World Stories: Discover how small businesses are overcoming challenges, innovating, and making a difference in their communities.


    At Riveo Creative, we’re committed to sustainability and ethics in our own work, and we’re here to share both our journey and those of our incredible guests. Together, we’ll tackle the opportunities and challenges of building a business that leaves a lasting positive impact.

    Join us for honest conversations, expert advice, and real-world inspiration to help you create a legacy you can be proud of. Subscribe now to the Riveo Impact Lab!

    © 2025 Riveo Impact Lab
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Episodes
  • From Advocacy to Action: Fiona Dawson’s Journey Through Film
    Apr 6 2025

    How can small businesses foster truly inclusive environments?

    In this episode of Riveo Impact Lab, we dive into the vital conversation around inclusion, respect, and belonging in the workplace and beyond.

    Join us for an insightful discussion with Fiona Dawson, Emmy-nominated filmmaker, bestselling author, and expert in LGBTQIA+ inclusion. Fiona’s work, including Transgender, at War and in Love and Transmilitary, has challenged perceptions and sparked critical conversations on representation and equity. She is also the author of Are Bisexuals Just Greedy? and What Does That LGBTQIA Label Mean?, books that unpack gender and sexuality with humor and clarity.

    Together, we’ll explore what it means to create truly inclusive spaces—whether in business, media, or everyday interactions. Fiona shares powerful stories, lessons from her advocacy, and actionable strategies for fostering an environment where all individuals feel seen, valued, and respected.

    Tune in to Riveo Impact Lab and be part of the conversation on making inclusion more than just a buzzword—it’s time for real, meaningful change.


    The Riveo Impact Lab is produced for you by Riveo Creative. For more Riveo Impact Lab content, including the video versions of all our episodes, please visit https://riveocreative.com/riveo-impact-lab/.

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    44 mins
  • Breaking the Mold: How Tony’s Chocolonely is Leading Ethical Chocolate Change
    Mar 24 2025

    Chocolate is a treat we all love—but what if we told you that most of it comes at a cost? In this episode of Riveo Impact Lab, we sit down with Noel, U.S. Communications Specialist for Tony’s Chocolonely, to uncover the harsh realities of the chocolate industry and how one company is fighting for change.

    Noel shares Tony’s Chocolonely’s bold mission to end exploitation in cocoa farming, the company’s unconventional origins, and how they’re using storytelling, branding, and transparency to reshape the industry. We also discuss how consumers can make more ethical purchasing decisions—without feeling overwhelmed.

    From unequally divided chocolate bars to partnerships with major retailers, Tony’s Chocolonely is proving that business can be a force for good—one chocolate bar at a time.

    Tune in to learn how your choices can create sweet change.


    The Riveo Impact Lab is produced for you by Riveo Creative. For more Riveo Impact Lab content, including the video versions of all our episodes, please visit https://riveocreative.com/riveo-impact-lab/.

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    29 mins
  • Resilient Leaders, Resilient Teams: Nicole Van Valen’s Guide to Success
    Mar 10 2025

    Join us for this episode of Riveo Impact Lab as we explore resilience and well-being with Nicole Van Valen, CEO of Keane Insights.

    Nicole shares her journey from professional dancer to licensed therapist and business leader, as well as insights from her Three Stages Along Your Resilience Journey™. Discover how leaders can foster team resilience, manage stress, and create cultures of joy and inclusion, all while improving performance and well-being.

    Gain actionable tips for cultivating resilience and bringing more joy into your leadership and life. Tune in for a conversation full of inspiration and practical advice!


    The Riveo Impact Lab is produced for you by Riveo Creative. For more Riveo Impact Lab content, including the video versions of all our episodes, please visit https://riveocreative.com/riveo-impact-lab/.

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    31 mins

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