The Tech Blog Writer Podcast - Inspired Tech Startup Stories & Interviews With Tech Leaders, Entrepreneurs And Innovators

In the ever-evolving landscape of tech startups, one may wonder if the rush for innovation has room for meaningful impact. The conventional venture capital model has been scrutinized for its focus on rapid growth, often at the expense of the broader societal implications of the technologies being funded. Does this need to be the norm, or can we chart a more conscientious path for tech innovation? In a thought-provoking Tech Talks Daily Podcast episode, I delve into this pertinent question with Johannes Weber of Ananda Impact Ventures. Johannes introduces us to his revolutionary "Impact Carry Model," a framework designed to ensure that tech companies not only set but also meet impact Key Performance Indicators (KPIs). Far from an idealistic endeavor, the model implements a concrete 'theory of change,' meticulously measuring a company's impact over time. What sets this model apart is its in-built self-checking mechanism that goes beyond mere intentions to quantifiable impact. If "what gets measured gets managed