In this episode of the Research for Social Impact Podcast, we explore the potential of cross-sector collaboration to help Work Integration Social Enterprises (WISEs) scale their impact. Our guest is Sally McGeoch, a PhD candidate at the Centre for Social Impact Swinburne University of Technology, whose research is exploring how partnerships can drive growth in the WISE sector.Sally also brings extensive hands-on experience as a Senior Advisor at the Westpac Foundation, where she designs and delivers grant and capacity-building programs that empower social enterprises to create meaningful employment opportunities for Australians facing complex barriers to work. With nearly 17 years of experience at the intersection of philanthropy, business, and social enterprise, she brings a wealth of practical knowledge to her academic research.During our conversation, Sally shares insights into her research journey so far, including her research involving STREAT, White Box Enterprises and Jigsaw, and her focus on creating an ecosystem growth strategy for scaling impact. She discusses the importance of collaboration in tackling complex social issues, the challenges of sustaining partnerships, and the need for greater support and resources within the WISE sector.Tune in to learn more about how social enterprises can achieve systemic change through collaboration, and what it takes to build a more inclusive employment landscape in Australia.We hope you enjoy this discussion, and thanks for listening!

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