In this episode of Wine After Work, I sit down with Andrea Kanaris, a social scientist, social impact professional, and founder of All Things Social Impact. Andrea’s story is one of resilience, reinvention, and purpose.

From navigating toxic workplaces and a failed business to being made redundant at age 55, Andrea could have let those setbacks define her. Instead, she chose to design the future on her own terms building a platform that equips businesses and professionals with practical, actionable strategies to embed social responsibility and drive long-term value.

Andrea shares:

• What it’s like to be first-generation Australian, one of eight siblings, and the daughter of immigrant parents with traditional expectations.

• The lessons she’s learned from navigating career challenges, undervaluation, and redundancy.

• How social impact work can move beyond compliance and become a true business asset.

• Why resilience, determination, and self-belief are the foundation of any successful career journey.

Andrea is also the author of A Practical Guide to Social Impact Assessment for the Real World and host of a YouTube channel where she sparks important conversations with early- and mid-career professionals about the ups and downs of professional life.

Tune in and be inspired by Andrea’s story of perseverance, impact, and the power of designing a career on your own terms.