Matt Parfitt | Pioneering Supportive Employment with Grace Enterprises

Matt Parfitt is a seasoned entrepreneur, having given up his teaching career in 2007 to follow the call of being a ‘Godly employer'. He has a vision for seeing the church re-enter the world of business, creating opportunities and resources for the kingdom. Matt has now started 3 social enterprises: Radiant Cleaners, Jubilee Events and Half the Story, each a sustainable business providing real jobs for people who have multiple barriers to work, paying everyone the real Living Wage and providing holistic support. The bigger vision is to have 7 different social enterprises that create different jobs for different people, all sharing the same Godly values and culture. 

Matt's unique approach to business and his commitment to making a difference serve as an inspiration for entrepreneurs and business owners everywhere. Tune in to learn more about his incredible story and the impact he is making in his community.

To connect with Matt Parfitt or find out more about any of these businesses go to: https://linktr.ee/graceents

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00:00:17 - Introduction to Matt Parfitt
00:01:01 - The Impact of Business with Purpose
00:13:14 - The Surprising Aspects of the Business
00:15:30 - The Impact on Employees' Lives
00:17:42 - The Business Model and Social Impact
00:21:25 - The Holistic Approach to Employment
00:22:34 - Advice for For-Profit Business Owners
00:23:44 - The Importance of Supportive Employment
00:29:27 - The Value of Treating People Well