Ep #44: Becoming a Climate-Neutral Certified Company with Jamie Richards of Eva NYC
Release Date: 09/13/2022
Ep #73: Udderly Sustainable Cheesemaking with Lynn Giacomini Stray, Co-Owner of Point Reyes Farmstead Cheese
Rebooting Capitalism
I hear regularly from multi-generational businesses that feel a shift toward a more sustainable model after being in business for so long is an uphill task, but not this week’s guest: Lynn Giacomini Stray. Women business owners are leading the charge in integrating sustainability into their organizations, and what Lynn and her sister have done in the field of sustainable cheesemaking is truly remarkable. Point Reyes Farmstead Cheese has a family legacy of farming dating back well over 100 years. Lynn and her sisters took over Point Reyes Farmstead Cheese, decided it was too big,...
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Ep #72: Sustainable Supply Chains with Lisa Dolan
Rebooting Capitalism
COVID made many things painfully clear about our world, and one of the biggest ones was the sensitivity and precariousness of our world’s supply chain. This week's guest, Lisa Dolan, is the Vice President of Supply Chain Strategy at ALOM, a supply chain management company that works with some of the world’s biggest and best-known brands. Tune in this week to discover why environmental stewardship is key to every supply chain in existence. We’re discussing how Lisa supports businesses in creating sustainable supply chains, and you’ll learn what your organization can do to become...
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Ep #71: New Laws in 2024 with Jonathan Storper, Attorney at Hanson Bridgett
Rebooting Capitalism
Are you aware of the new business laws that came into effect this year? Do you know how these laws will impact your organization? Sit back and listen in to learn about the new Anti-Green-Washing Law, and the Corporate Transparency Act. There are also laws regarding the minimum wage, smoking pot while off duty without retaliation, and the increase in mandatory sick leave. To discuss these new laws with me, I'm joined by Jonathan Storper, an attorney from San Francisco based B-Corp law firm Hanson Bridgett. Jonathan is here to discuss two of the more major business laws that came into effect...
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Ep #70: Sustainability & ESG in Accounting with Okorie Ramsey
Rebooting Capitalism
In some minds, accounting and sustainability don’t go together. But the truth is, they need to. In order for our economy to stay strong for the future, accounting needs to have a greater focus on sustainability, and my conversation this week dives into exactly what that is going to look like. In his day job, Okorie Ramsey is the Vice President of Sarbanes/Oxley for Kaiser Foundation Health Plan and Kaiser Foundation Hospitals. In his capacity as a volunteer, Okorie currently serves as the Chairman of the AICPA and has previously served on various nonprofit boards supporting diversity,...
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Ep #69: Top 5 ESG Trends to Focus On in 2024
Rebooting Capitalism
How can you shift your business to become more ESG focused? How and what should you be doing in 2024 to move your organization’s sustainability journey further, and why undertake this work at all? I'm answering these questions and more in this episode. Tune in this week to discover five ESG trends to focus on in 2024, and eight reasons why right now is the time to start addressing sustainability in your business if you want to stay competitive. You’ll learn how to identify where your company needs to improve, and I’m showing you how to lay the foundation for sustainable and...
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Ep #68: Keeping Pets and the Planet Happy with Jiminy's CEO Anne Carlson
Rebooting Capitalism
Insect agriculture is transforming the pet industry, fighting climate change, and keeping our furry friends happier and healthier while also looking after the planet. Using insect proteins addresses the overall health of our pets while reducing their carbon pawprint, and Anne Carlson, the founder and CEO of dog food and treats brand Jiminy’s LLC is here to discuss all of it. Elizabeth is taking over the podcast this week to talk with Anne about the vast reduction in greenhouse gasses produced by insect-based pet food compared to using traditional livestock. You’ll learn how insect...
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Ep #67: Combating Forced Labor with Adam Thatcher
Rebooting Capitalism
Forced labor is a worldwide problem that we cannot ignore. It’s a dark and opaque crime, and my guest this week is playing a huge role in bringing the practice of forced labor to light. Adam Thatcher is the cofounder and CEO of Grace Farms Food and has pioneered a way to give back with a new philanthropic capitalism model through ethically and sustainably sourced coffees and teas. Tune in this week to discover why Grace Farms has set its sights on eliminating forced labor, and the layout of the business model that allows them to do amazing work in the world. We’re discussing common...
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Ep #66: SF Business Times – Business of Climate and Sustainability
Rebooting Capitalism
Tune in for a panel discussion that I had the pleasure of moderating and participating in that was generously shared by the San Francisco Business Times: Business of Climate and Sustainability on the Bay Area. The panelists include Antoinette Mayer, Vice President of Corporate Citizenship at Blue Shield California, Nicole Kho, Director of Sustainability at Gilead, and Maura Fallon-McKnight, Executive Director of the Business Council on Climate Change. We’re discussing why climate change is a global health emergency, how California is planning to start holding companies to accountable...
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Ep #65: Purpose Activation with Jamie Horst of Traditional Medicinals
Rebooting Capitalism
What can your company do to start harnessing the power of purpose? Whether you’re an aspiring purpose-driven leader, herbal enthusiast, or you’re simply curious about the power of purpose in business, this episode is for you. My guest this week is Jamie Horst, the Chief Purpose Officer at Traditional Medicinals. Jamie is a visionary leader who has taken the concept of purpose-driven business to new heights. With a background rooted in sustainable practices, ethical sourcing, and a profound respect for the power of plants, Jamie has played a pivotal role in steering Traditional...
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Ep #64: New ISSB Standards S1 & S2
Rebooting Capitalism
With the new ISSB Standards, we now have a common language for disclosing the impacts of industry-specific sustainability issues and climate-related risks and opportunities in a capital markets world. Sustainability accounting standards are a real gamechanger, and I’m sharing everything you need to know so listen in. Tune in to discover what you need to know about the new ISSB global reporting standards for ESG and sustainability disclosures. I’m showing you each facet of this new framework, how it impacts companies, especially if you’re operating an SME, and discussing why this move...
info_outlineMaybe you’ve seen the Climate-Neutral logo on products, or heard about climate commitments from larger companies, but do you know what that all really means?
This week I’m joined by Jamie Richards, the Corporate Social Responsibility and Sustainability Leader at Eva NYC. We're discussing what it really means to be Climate-Neutral Certified, the things that you might not have thought about when it comes to your environmental impact, and how to start small and build your process for gathering the necessary data to become a Climate-Neutral Certified company.
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