Purpose and Power: Transforming Creativity Into Social Impact | ft. Heidi Hackemer

Join us for an inspiring and thought-provoking conversation with Heidi Hackemer, filled with actionable insights on strategy, creativity, and social responsibility. 

Tune in to discover how to leverage creativity and strategic insight to drive real societal change and make a meaningful impact in your professional and personal life.

In Episode 15 of The Developing Life Podcast, Host Heather Crank converses with Heidi Hackemer, a stealthy provocateur and problem solver dedicated to injecting more humanity into systems. 

As the founder of Wolf & Wilhelmine and The Creative Alliance, Heidi has advised top global companies like Nike and Google and tackled pressing social issues with innovative strategies. 

Her commitment to social responsibility extends to her personal activism, particularly towards indigenous causes, where she serves as an advisor to the Thunder Valley CDC and the Pine Ridge Reservation.

Heidi shares her journey from a successful career in New York City to a transformative experience driving across America in a Ford F-150. This journey led her to question her professional path and ultimately start her brand strategy shop, Wolf & Wilhelmine. She discusses the challenges of living on the road, the profound personal insights she gained, and how this experience shaped her approach to work and life.

The conversation explores Heidi’s perspective on the impact of cultural and political divides in America, the importance of local media consumption, and her realization of the deep-seated issues within the country. 

She emphasizes the need for empathy and understanding in bridging these divides and shares her experiences working with Indigenous communities to foster genuine connections and support.

Heidi also delves into her accidental journey of starting a company, her involvement with the Obama White House, and her subsequent work with the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative. She candidly discusses the difficulties of running a company, the decision to close it, and the lessons learned from that process.

The episode touches on the unique challenges women face in leadership roles, the importance of mentorship, and the need for women to support each other in a patriarchal system. Heidi shares her views on the value of experience and wisdom, advocating for broader recognition of the contributions that older professionals bring to the table.

Connect with Heidi Hackemer:

• Website: https://hackemer.co/