The Impact Lens - By Carly Bush


Insights from the heart of social change.


The Impact Lens is Carly Bush’s personal reflection space — a blog exploring what it means to lead with purpose, challenge the status quo, and build systems that serve both people and planet. Drawing on her lived experience across governance, social innovation, and for-purpose leadership, Carly shares candid reflections, bold ideas, and practical tools for anyone working at the intersection of impact and strategy.


Whether you’re a board member, CEO, founder, or grassroots changemaker, this blog offers thoughtful perspective on leading through complexity, navigating ethical tension, and holding vision with both courage and clarity.




June 25, 2025
Let joy be part of the story, too.
June 25, 2025
The Heart of Kenya: People, Culture, and the Unspoken Challenges
June 8, 2025
A Guide to Aligning Funder Expectations with Real-World Change "With more than 20 years’ experience, Carly has helped not-for-profits clarify their impact, secure funding, and implement long-term governance solutions.