Certified social enterprise WV Technologies has recently secured a contract with a professional services firm, all made possible by their active participation in the Social Traders Grow membership program.

A gateway to success: Social Traders showcases

WV Technologies raised their profile after participating in a Social Traders showcase, an exclusive opportunity extended to Grow members. This event platform allows social enterprises to pitch their services to business and government members, acting as a pivotal gateway to potential collaborations. For WV Technologies, this showcase proved instrumental in connecting them with a business member of Social Traders which led to an opportunity to collaborate on a project.

WV Technologies was tasked to safely and sustainably dispose of 8,000 laptops, the majority of which will be reused and sold throughout Australia (to TAFE’s, job service providers, consumers and retailers) and globally, including Europe, UAE and Canada. The leadership team of the professional services firm with an emphasis on social procurement, in particular, Indigenous procurement, identified WV Technologies as having a strong purpose and impact match.

WV Technologies: Secure ICT disposals and eWaste recycling

WV Technologies provides a national one-stop solution for businesses looking to responsibly manage ICT assets, with a strong focus on data security. Their services encompass IT disposals and decommissioning, data sanitisation and destruction (certified to top-secret levels), IT installations, logistics and collections, asset refurbishment, and remarketing, and eWaste recycling.

WV Technologies holds NAID AAA certification with Government endorsements to top secret for data sanitisation and destruction, as well as ISO certifications for ISO 27001, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001. Additionally, they are certified under the AS/NZS 5377 standard for eWaste management.

In addition to their certifications, what sets WV Technologies apart is they are also a registered Indigenous business and certified social enterprise. In providing their services to clients, WV Technologies actively supports Indigenous Australians by addressing social and economic disparities. They achieve this through various initiatives such as employment opportunities, vocational training, educational support, healthcare assistance, financial literacy programs, assistance with obtaining driver's licenses, and coaching and mentoring. These efforts are carried out in collaboration with the Worldview Foundation, a registered Indigenous charity and shareholder of WV Technologies.

Benefits of Social Traders grow membership

WV Technologies’ success story is intricately linked with its participation in the Social Traders Grow membership program which provides the following support and benefits:

1. Networking opportunities

Joining the Grow membership opens doors to a vibrant community of like-minded business and government members that are committed to utilising their profits for positive social impact. Networking events and collaborative initiatives provide a platform for shared experiences, knowledge exchange, and potential partnerships between buyers and sellers, to unlock more business for good.

2. Training and development programs

In today's fast-paced business world, continuous learning is crucial for staying competitive. Grow members have access to specialised training and development programs that equip them with the skills needed to navigate challenges and seize opportunities.

3. Business promotion

Visibility is often a challenge for certified social enterprises. Grow membership addresses this by offering exposure to new buyers, promoting businesses like WV Technologies to a broader audience. This exposure amplifies their impact and contributes to driving positive change.

WV Technologies stands as a testament to the transformative power of social enterprises, leveraging the support and opportunities provided by initiatives like Social Traders Grow membership to make a meaningful impact on both business and society. Through partnerships like this one, WV Technologies exemplifies how businesses can drive positive change while excelling in their respective industries.