We are pleased to share that Karen Hitschke, CEO of Building Bridges, was featured in a two-part episode of inSUBSTANTIA – Exploring Ideas, Challenging Assumptions, a Geneva-based podcast that invites leading thinkers to reflect openly on the ideas shaping our world.

Across the two episodes, host Gabor Farkas creates space for Karen to think out loud, connect her experiences to deeper questions of impact and leadership, and explore the role of Building Bridges in accelerating sustainable finance.

Part 1 — Karen’s Journey and Purpose-Driven Leadership
In the first episode, Karen reflects on her career across impact investing, social business, and mission-driven organisations. She shares how these experiences shaped her leadership values and what ultimately brought her to Building Bridges. The discussion touches on navigating complexity, embracing innovation, and staying grounded in purpose while driving meaningful change.

Part 2 — The Mission and Future of Building Bridges
The second episode examines the unique role Building Bridges plays in bringing together diverse actors to advance sustainable finance. Karen discusses the platform’s ability to break down silos, foster trust, and accelerate collaboration across sectors. She also outlines the organisation’s long-term priorities—from strengthening global engagement to empowering its growing community—and reflects on the importance of optimism in enabling systemic transformation.

Together, the two-part conversation offers an insightful look at Karen’s vision for impact and the evolving role of Building Bridges in shaping a more sustainable financial system. Listen to the podcast here.