The Impact Stories
As we look ahead to Katapult Future Fest 2025, scheduled for May 21-23, we find ourselves reflecting on the deep connections and pivotal moments from KFF24. The videos, photos, and podcasts captured last year aren’t just archives – they’re reminders of the real conversations and shared ideas that continue to shape our collective path forward.
We’re genuinely excited to introduce a new interview series that brings to light the voices of the investors, changemakers, founders, and thought leaders who were at the heart of KFF24. These individuals, each with their unique perspectives and relentless drive for change, played a crucial role in advancing the mission.
The content, produced by New Nordic Way, offers a rich collection of content, including on-site studio recordings, thoughtful reports, and in-depth podcast interviews with remarkable individuals from KFF24. The discussions span vital topics like activism, systemic impact, mental health investment, ethical AI, innovative approaches to land and sea stewardship, and the role of art in storytelling for social good. These conversations reflect the real-world expertise and personal reflections of global pioneers, offering honest insights into what the future holds.
These interviews are a reminder of the community we’ve built together and the shared sense of purpose that drives us. Listening back, we’re reminded of the hope and determination that fuel our ongoing work. We remain committed to this journey, knowing that the road ahead is filled with opportunities to make a meaningful difference.
The Impact Stories
Rebels With a Purpose S1E10 William Hurley
Third Times a Charm: How Quantum Computing will help us do more good in the world
An amazing conversation with an extraordinary mind. Founder and CEO of Strangeworks, Will Hurley aka "Whurley" is a serial entrepreneur using his past experience and connections to demonstrate just how much good tech can do in the world. From his start at Apple where he first answered phones (they then discovered his brilliant mind) to starting a mobile company that built apps for Starbucks, The American Idol and The Daily to name a few - Whurley recognized that he was doing limited good. Realizing the need for a bigger infrastructure to really change the world, he got to work building it. His choices as he saw it : biotech, robotics, or quantum. He chose the latter, feeling it was the right technology at the right point in time with the right needs to address. Putting community, collaboration and quantum computing to work, his impact has been amazing. Add to this, he is a former bass player, has a passion for healing education, and more.
Join us for our next episode on March 1st with Arnoud Raskin, Founder of StreetwiZe, where we explore the street as a classroom, and discuss what corporations can learn from street youth.
Produced by African Tech Roundup
