·S2 E24
Room For All S2 E24 - Live at the 2025 Social Traders Convene - Jess Colgan, All Things Equal
Episode Description
Room for All: Inclusive Employment and Social Enterprise with Jess Colgan
Welcome to 'Room for All,' the podcast where we explore inclusive employment and the creation of opportunities for people with disabilities. Join hosts Andrea Comastri and Saraya O'Connell of Hotel Etico as they discuss breaking down workplace barriers, particularly in hospitality. This episode features Jess Colgan, CEO of All Things Equal and co-founder of Ginger Snap Patisserie, who shares insights into creating award wage employment for people with disabilities through her café and catering services. Learn about the unique challenges and successes faced by social enterprises committed to meaningful, inclusive employment.
00:00 Introduction to Room for All Podcast
01:49 Meet Jess Colgan: CEO of All Things Equal
03:05 All Things Equal: Mission and Impact
06:22 Challenges and Successes in Inclusive Employment
10:26 Future Plans and Personal Insights
17:43 The Synergy of Social Enterprises
26:51 Final Thoughts and Farewell
00:00 Introduction to Inclusive Employment
01:49 Meet Jess Colgan: CEO of All Things Equal
03:05 All Things Equal: Mission and Impact
06:22 Challenges and Successes in Social Enterprise
10:14 Future Plans and Personal Insights
28:27 Conclusion and Final Thoughts