Founders Future

Culture as a KPI: Monique Hodges on Building Authentic Workplace Impact

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In this episode of Founders Future, with host Jae Encarnacion, we sit down with Monique Hodges, the visionary founder and CEO of GEBANAH, a consulting firm revolutionizing workplace culture through strategic charitable giving. Monique shares her journey from leading the Westport Young Women’s League to launching GEBANAH in 2021, driven by a mission to bridge the gap between corporate values and actionable impact. She reveals how her unique approach—aligning mission, messaging, and community engagement—helps businesses transform culture into a measurable KPI, all while generating revenue.

Monique opens up about the challenges of scaling as a solopreneur, her reliance on word-of-mouth referrals, and her plans to automate services through her Global Executive MBA program at IESE. With a focus on integrity, authenticity, and compassion, she discusses her vision for GEBANAH’s future, including expanding into national and international markets. Tune in for an inspiring conversation on redefining corporate culture, the power of strategic philanthropy, and the resilience required to build a purpose-driven business from the ground up.