Strengthening communities by investing in people.
CHANGE SPACE FOUNDATION connects the goodwill of companies with the work of not-for-profits to deliver solutions and make life better for everyone.
Pushing for change.
Because the status quo isn’t working.
CHANGE SPACE was created from the post-pandemic lesson that it’s time to shatter the status quo, which left too many people struggling for a better life.
Throughout North America, the message was clear: Our economy and society aren’t strong unless everyone benefits – with a home, economic security, personal wellbeing, and a helping hand when they need it.
At CHANGE SPACE, finding this new way to get things done is our mission.
Bringing ideas and funding together
Too many are struggling on their own – when we know there’s a world of good out there. Good intentions, great ideas, and the commitment needed to tackle the problems most communities face: poverty, addiction, mental health, an environmental crisis… the list can seem endless.
What’s missing? That’s easy – it’s the funding needed to put the ideas and commitment to work on the ground. Today.
CHANGE SPACE is partnering with companies to put their growing commitments to sustainability and social good to work – helping make sure their funding delivers the greatest impact.
#TogetherNow.
To get things done!
Become part of our movement for better! And let’s build stronger, sustainable communities together.
For Not-For-Profits: Talk to us about your goals and projects. Then let’s roll up our sleeves and get things done.
For Companies: Talk to us about how you’d like to help. Together, we can find the perfect project and get things done.
Change Space Leadership
CHANGE SPACE FOUNDATION is here to do a world of good. And it takes its mission seriously.
That commitment is represented in the Foundation’s Board of Directors, which includes an internationally renown media and business entrepreneur… a leading HR executive and relationship builder… a globally recognized financial strategist and advisor… an executive mentor and family conflict specialist… and a personal transformation expert!
Find out more about our leadership below.
MATHEW KNOWLES
Board Chair
Motivational speaker, entrepreneur, cancer survivor, author, professor, lecturer, music, film and TV executive, artist manager
I’ve experienced the barriers – and overcome them. So I know Change Space can be the vehicle for that kind of positive transformation on a very big scale. We’re creating the connections that will help turn lives around.
More about Mathew
Knowles’ passion, simply said, is to educate and motivate in the areas of entrepreneurship, leadership, sales and marketing, the music and entertainment business, team management and business development, health and wellness, surviving and thriving after cancer and much more.
Why is he so passionate about educating the masses? He feels it’s his duty to give back to the next generation of achievers. After all, few can boast a story that begins in the heart of segregation as a Black man, walking down a dirt road in a small town in Alabama on his way to an all white elementary school (where he was often the
target of extreme racism) to walking down the red carpet at the Grammys.
Mathew Knowles had to overcome countless trials and tribulations, and understands first hand what it takes to create massive, noteworthy success in this world despite the odds being against you.
As a pioneer for Black success in the corporate world, Knowles’ career includes sales and marketing at Xerox Medical Systems (being named its worldwide #1 salesperson multiple years in a row), Phillips Medical System and Johnson & Johnson. In music, having sold over 450 million records worldwide, he has architected the careers of Destiny’s Child, Grammy winner Le’Andrea Johnson, Beyoncé and Solange, just to
name a few. Additionally, he has worked with legends such as Chaka Khan, The O’Jays, Earth, Wind & Fire, and many others. As an entrepreneur, his business, sales, and marketing strategies helped lead to a $75 million acquisition of the apparel line, “House of Deréon.”
He helps individuals and organizations understand the motivation, mindsets, strategies, and work ethic required to spearhead and ignite the spark needed to help entrepreneurs, executives, sales, marketing and leadership teams, as well as dreamers of all types create once in a lifetime results.
He not only helps with this, he shows his audiences exactly what needs to be done. He has held positions at various institutions including Pepperdine University, London College of Creative Media, Point Blank Music School and is currently the Dean of the Black Music Industry Certification Program, at the distinguished National Museum of African American Music.
He also serves on various boards in dozens of industries as an advisor.
MICHELLE FALCONE
Founder, Executive Director, Board Member
Entrepreneur
Integrative Life Coach
The old systems and structures are crumbling both within and around us, with too many people being left behind. Change Space is on a mission to find new ways for people to live, work, be and, most of all, empower themselves.
More about Michelle
Michelle Falcone is a Divine Feminine leader who believes in the potential of every human being. She is committed to guiding those she works with to obtain a life full of passion and success.
Michelle is qualified, through The Ford Institute as a Certified Integrative Life Coach. She is expertly trained in the areas of self-awareness, relationships and shadow work. Michelle’s transformational work with various artists in the music industry has resulted in the launching of several successful careers.
She is also an accomplished entrepreneur in the event planning and restaurant industries. This includes the creation of Falconetti’s East Side Grill live music venue on Vancouver’s Commercial Drive, featured on Guy Fierie’s, Divers, Drive-ins and Dives.
She enjoys connecting people and building relationships. Her most recent venture involved the development of the Connection App, an app designed to help people develop healthy relationship habits leading to greater trust and intimacy in their lives. Overall, Michelle’s life journey has provided her with extensive experience to empower people to maximize their sphere of influence and live authentically.
DARLENE CATTERMOLE
Board Vice-Chair
Manager, Human Resources, School District 43 (B.C., Canada)
Change Space Foundation is a connector on a global level – a place where companies and not-for-profits can work together on solutions that will make a real difference in people’s lives and our communities.
More about Darlene
Darlene is a proud mother of two beautiful daughters.
A Human Resource Professional, Darlene has been working in the education industry for more than 25 years.
Darlene believes that words and actions matter. By being part of the Change Space Foundation team Darlene will bring her experience and expertise in leading change and building relationships.
KATRINA SHAW
Board Member – Wellness Advisor
Registered Psychologist and Executive Mentor
The demands on not-for-profits continues to grow – with many now reaching a crisis point with their funding. Change Space will work with them to help create a strong financial foundation for the future.
More about Katrina
Katrina is a Registered Psychologist who runs a therapeutic private practice in Alberta. She is trained in Mediation and Family Conflict, and also works as an Executive Mentor with Win Enterprises, LLC.
Katrina has a decade of experience working with individuals and a wide range of presenting concerns. Katrina has worked closely with at risk populations, as well as high-level executives. She has specialized training in working with trauma, suicide, grief, and attachment, and is also a trained yoga teacher, Reiki Master, and somatic breathwork facilitator.
Katrina is passionate about her work and aims to bring together the head with the heart to support both, personal and professional growth, and well-being.