Paul D’Arcy has employed about 100 people over the past 25 years, and that’s not just a number to a man who loves seeing people grow, learn and achieve.
The Managing Director of Dandenong South’s Direct Mail Solutions is hoping to make an impact on many more in the coming years, and recently launched a not-for-profit social enterprise to support at-risk youth.
When Mr D’Arcy moved his business last year, several other businesses joined him at his South Gippsland Highway warehouse. When he expressed his desire to help employ and mentor at risk-youth those other businesses jumped on board, forming Collective Impact.
Working in conjunction with Social Engine and Big Brothers Big Sisters Australia, Collective Impact is making a better future for vulnerable young people.
When Mr D’Arcy entered the workforce he said the mentorship he found among older employees set him on the right path and he hopes he can be as inspiring to a new generation.
“Collective Impact is still in its infancy, but we are helping to build awareness around employing kids and giving them a chance. I also personally believe that a workplace should be relaxed and fun – we can get the job done while enjoying ourselves.
“I have a teenage boy and I hope that when he enters the workforce he finds a supportive environment in which he can learn and grow, and also have fun,” Mr D’Arcy said.
Collective Impact brings together a range of businesses covering marketing, design, print, production, warehouse distribution and charitable sectors.
Visit collectiveimpact.org.au to find out more or contact Allister Freeman 0421 175 223.
