After being laid off, many professionals search for a clear next step—but for Kim Allchurch Flick, the detour became a launching pad for something transformative. Equipped with strong, transferable business skills and a heart for mission-driven work, Kim turned her passion for social enterprise into a thriving consultancy: Mighty Epiphyte.

Kim’s journey into this space was intentional. She earned a certificate in the Business of Social Enterprise from Portland State University, where she gained deep insight into B Lab assessments and how to evaluate and support companies seeking B Corp certification. That experience sparked more than professional growth—it revealed a calling.

“I enjoy working with social enterprise companies so much I created Mighty Epiphyte,” Kim shares. From there, her consultancy began partnering with values-aligned businesses, helping them navigate complex sustainability and impact metrics while staying true to their missions.

Of course, the path hasn’t been without its challenges. “Competition, budget constraints for strong marketing, and the general lack of awareness around B Corp certification are real hurdles,” she admits. Yet Kim has remained focused and fueled by what matters most: the impact.

“Mission-driven companies support communities and make innovative moves to make the world better. It’s a way of navigating through rough issues while helping others and the environment,” she explains. That sense of purpose—and her consistent commitment to learning—has been her greatest strength.

Looking forward, Kim is reimagining what’s next. She plans to rebrand under the name Mighty Impacts Continuum (MIC) to better reflect the expanding scope of her work. Her vision includes offering fractional leadership services, consulting for impact projects, and MIC-led cohorts and group training for socially-conscious companies. She also dreams of launching a nonprofit called The Last Resort, which would focus on land rewilding and habitat protection.

Operating between the U.S. and Canada and living in the Pacific Northwest, Kim finds her community both rich and complex. “People say there’s no diversity in Portland,’” she notes, “yet I’ve been finding incredible communities and business diversity.” She’s a regular at cultural events all over the city that focus on elevating diverse voices and inclusive innovation.

Kim Allchurch Flick’s story is one of resilience, reinvention, and relentless impact. With Mighty Epiphyte—and soon, Mighty Impacts Continuum—she’s not just consulting businesses. She’s helping to shape a better, more equitable, and more sustainable world.

Learn more about Kim and the Mighty Epiphyte here: https://www.mightyepiphyte.com/