Next Economy Now: For the Benefit of All Life

Today, we chat with the Co-Founder and Managing Partner of Navalent, Ron Carucci. Navalent is a consulting firm that offers executive coaching and consulting for senior leaders to solve organizational problems at the source. Ron’s 30-plus years of experience in helping executives with transformational change at their organizations has seen him become a juggernaut in the field, and a prolific author as well! For full show notes, visit: https://www.lifteconomy.com/blog/ron-carucci/Send us a textJoin our fall cohort of the Next Economy MBA, beginning September 30th! Join an alumni community of 700+ entrepreneurs, activists, and artists working to transform our economy for the benefit of all life. Plus, save 20% on tuition when you register before August 11th, 2025.Learn more ➡️ http://lifteconomy.com/mba Current federal policy decisions are affecting businesses and workers in our community in big ways. Actions like the recent tariffs and funding freezes have real-world consequences. American Sustainable Business Network (ASBN) is collecting stories to push for smarter, more sustainable policies. Add your voice to the movement: https://bit.ly/ASBNTellYourStorySupport the show

It is widely acknowledged that our society faces a profound issue of wealth inequality. The entrenchment of systemic racism and patriarchy has amplified the advantages enjoyed by affluent white men. Over the last thirty years, the wealthiest white males have seen their fortunes grow, while those living in poverty have experienced a deepening of their financial struggles.In this compelling and thought-provoking episode, we have the privilege of sitting down with Garrett Neiman, a Nonprofit Entrepreneur & Social Justice Writer, to delve deep into the themes of his latest book, Rich White Men, and the role that white men can play in constructing an equitable society. As a prominent voice in the realm of social justice, Garrett has dedicated his life to shedding light on the issues of privilege, power, and inequality. His book challenges conventional notions and provides valuable insights into the role that white men can play as allies in dismantling systemic barriers and creating a more inclusive world.For full show notes, visit: https://www.lifteconomy.com/blog/garrett-neiman/Send us a textJoin our fall cohort of the Next Economy MBA, beginning September 30th! Join an alumni community of 700+ entrepreneurs, activists, and artists working to transform our economy for the benefit of all life. Plus, save 20% on tuition when you register before August 11th, 2025.Learn more ➡️ http://lifteconomy.com/mba Current federal policy decisions are affecting businesses and workers in our community in big ways. Actions like the recent tariffs and funding freezes have real-world consequences. American Sustainable Business Network (ASBN) is collecting stories to push for smarter, more sustainable policies. Add your voice to the movement: https://bit.ly/ASBNTellYourStorySupport the show

In this enlightening episode of Next Economy Now, we sit down with Charles Conn, a cross-sector leader, life sciences investor, environmentalist, and best-selling author. Charles is not only a co-founder and partner at Monograph Capital, but also a board member and chair at Patagonia.Our conversation delves into the nexus of the environmental crisis and the pivotal role that businesses can play in mitigating its impacts through value-driven solutions. Charles offers insights through the lens of his recently launched book, The Imperfectionists; shedding light on the imperfectionist mindset and how it can drive positive change.For full show notes, visit: https://www.lifteconomy.com/blog/charles-conn/Send us a textJoin our fall cohort of the Next Economy MBA, beginning September 30th! Join an alumni community of 700+ entrepreneurs, activists, and artists working to transform our economy for the benefit of all life. Plus, save 20% on tuition when you register before August 11th, 2025.Learn more ➡️ http://lifteconomy.com/mba Current federal policy decisions are affecting businesses and workers in our community in big ways. Actions like the recent tariffs and funding freezes have real-world consequences. American Sustainable Business Network (ASBN) is collecting stories to push for smarter, more sustainable policies. Add your voice to the movement: https://bit.ly/ASBNTellYourStorySupport the show

Over the years, Patagonia has been recognized as much for its social and environmental practices as it has for its clothes. In an unprecedented move in 2022, the Chouinard family gave the company away, converting ownership to a simple structure of trusts so that all its profits could be used to protect our “home planet” and reverse the climate crisis, an enduring and pressing issue that has been around as long as the company has.Today we are joined by a returning guest and one of Patagonia’s original employees, Vincent Stanley, who currently serves as the company’s in-house philosopher (and, more informally, their chief storyteller). Vincent also co-authored The Responsible Company: What We’ve Learned From Patagonia’s First 50 Years with Yvon Chouinard. The book draws on 50 years of experience at Patagonia to challenge business owners and leaders to reevaluate their businesses in a time of cultural and climate chaos.For full show notes, visit: https://www.lifteconomy.com/blog/vincent-stanley/Send us a textJoin our fall cohort of the Next Economy MBA, beginning September 30th! Join an alumni community of 700+ entrepreneurs, activists, and artists working to transform our economy for the benefit of all life. Plus, save 20% on tuition when you register before August 11th, 2025.Learn more ➡️ http://lifteconomy.com/mba Current federal policy decisions are affecting businesses and workers in our community in big ways. Actions like the recent tariffs and funding freezes have real-world consequences. American Sustainable Business Network (ASBN) is collecting stories to push for smarter, more sustainable policies. Add your voice to the movement: https://bit.ly/ASBNTellYourStorySupport the show

The idea of upcycling, which Daniel Kurzrock happened upon as he was looking for better things to do with the “brewers spent grain” (BSG) from his home-brewed beer business than throw it away, is what forms the foundation of his company, Upcycled Foods, Inc. By turning it into consumables like energy bars and loaves of bread, Daniel and his team are chipping away at the 20 billion pounds of BSG that ends up as animal feed or in landfills around the US every year.For full show notes, visit: https://www.lifteconomy.com/blog/daniel-kurzrock/Send us a textJoin our fall cohort of the Next Economy MBA, beginning September 30th! Join an alumni community of 700+ entrepreneurs, activists, and artists working to transform our economy for the benefit of all life. Plus, save 20% on tuition when you register before August 11th, 2025.Learn more ➡️ http://lifteconomy.com/mba Current federal policy decisions are affecting businesses and workers in our community in big ways. Actions like the recent tariffs and funding freezes have real-world consequences. American Sustainable Business Network (ASBN) is collecting stories to push for smarter, more sustainable policies. Add your voice to the movement: https://bit.ly/ASBNTellYourStorySupport the show

Social impact trailblazer Lisa Kleissner co-founded KL Felicitas Foundation, Toniic, and Hawaii Investment Ready, all key players in the movement to bring down the barriers to impact investing. Lisa also brings her two decades of experience in impact investing and philanthropy to her work as a board member at Aqua-Spark and Real Good Fish. During this episode, she shares her story.Tuning in, you will learn about her holistic approach to her work and her commitment to end siloing in the impact investment space. We touch on allocating appropriate returns and why the answer is often none at all. Lisa shares her thoughts on the role of government and the private sector in helping to move the needle and finding the middle point between what people think they want and what is truly necessary.For full show notes, visit: https://www.lifteconomy.com/blog/lisa-kleissner/Send us a textJoin our fall cohort of the Next Economy MBA, beginning September 30th! Join an alumni community of 700+ entrepreneurs, activists, and artists working to transform our economy for the benefit of all life. Plus, save 20% on tuition when you register before August 11th, 2025.Learn more ➡️ http://lifteconomy.com/mba Current federal policy decisions are affecting businesses and workers in our community in big ways. Actions like the recent tariffs and funding freezes have real-world consequences. American Sustainable Business Network (ASBN) is collecting stories to push for smarter, more sustainable policies. Add your voice to the movement: https://bit.ly/ASBNTellYourStorySupport the show

The links between movement and wellness are not easily disputed, and yet we find ourselves in an extremely sedentary society, where people are either unable to move enough or choose not to. On the show today to talk about her work on the subject is Katy Bowman. Her numerous books are helping to change the way we look at and think about movement and its role in contemporary life.For full show notes, visit: https://www.lifteconomy.com/blog/katy-bowman/Send us a textJoin our fall cohort of the Next Economy MBA, beginning September 30th! Join an alumni community of 700+ entrepreneurs, activists, and artists working to transform our economy for the benefit of all life. Plus, save 20% on tuition when you register before August 11th, 2025.Learn more ➡️ http://lifteconomy.com/mba Current federal policy decisions are affecting businesses and workers in our community in big ways. Actions like the recent tariffs and funding freezes have real-world consequences. American Sustainable Business Network (ASBN) is collecting stories to push for smarter, more sustainable policies. Add your voice to the movement: https://bit.ly/ASBNTellYourStorySupport the show

From serving as a passionate advocate for policy reform to using the power of storytelling as a tool for social change, everything author and activist Christine Platt does is a reflection of her vision for intentional living. Also known as the Afrominimalist, Christine has worked at the intersection of racial, social, and environmental justice since 2005, and her literature is focused on African diasporic experiences and teaching people of all ages about race, equity, diversity, and inclusion.This conversation is a testament to the idea that anyone can be a minimalist and an invitation to make space for the things that truly matter and liberate yourself from the narratives that no longer serve you. To find out why Christine believes that “less is liberation” and minimalism is the gateway to living with intention, be sure to tune in today!For full show notes, visit: https://www.lifteconomy.com/blog/christine-platt/Send us a textJoin our fall cohort of the Next Economy MBA, beginning September 30th! Join an alumni community of 700+ entrepreneurs, activists, and artists working to transform our economy for the benefit of all life. Plus, save 20% on tuition when you register before August 11th, 2025.Learn more ➡️ http://lifteconomy.com/mba Current federal policy decisions are affecting businesses and workers in our community in big ways. Actions like the recent tariffs and funding freezes have real-world consequences. American Sustainable Business Network (ASBN) is collecting stories to push for smarter, more sustainable policies. Add your voice to the movement: https://bit.ly/ASBNTellYourStorySupport the show

In today’s episode, we are joined by Cheryl Whilby, Communications Director at Soul Fire Farm, who is here to share some of the inspirational work that they are doing. Cheryl’s ancestors were farmers, but while she was growing up her family experienced food insecurity. When Cheryl came to understand the systemic nature of this problem, she made it her mission to make positive changes in the space. For full show notes, visit: https://www.lifteconomy.com/blog/cheryl-whilbyRegister for our Next Economy Living workshop on August 25th: https://bit.ly/nexteconomylivingSend us a textJoin our fall cohort of the Next Economy MBA, beginning September 30th! Join an alumni community of 700+ entrepreneurs, activists, and artists working to transform our economy for the benefit of all life. Plus, save 20% on tuition when you register before August 11th, 2025.Learn more ➡️ http://lifteconomy.com/mba Current federal policy decisions are affecting businesses and workers in our community in big ways. Actions like the recent tariffs and funding freezes have real-world consequences. American Sustainable Business Network (ASBN) is collecting stories to push for smarter, more sustainable policies. Add your voice to the movement: https://bit.ly/ASBNTellYourStorySupport the show

Vincent Medina is a member of the Muwekma Ohlone Tribe, where he also serves as a Councilman representing his family’s lineage. He and Louis Trevino co-founded mak-‘amham, an organization and restaurant focused on reviving and strengthening traditional Ohlone foods and sharing them with their communities. Vincent was born and continues to live in his family’s indigenous tribal area of Halkin (Southern Oakland/San Leandro/San Lorenzo).Louis Trevino is a Rumsen Ohlone community member active in the cultural revitalization efforts of his people. He is focused primarily on the revitalization of the Rumsen language and traditional Ohlone foods. He longs for a full and holistic revitalization of the lifeways of his ancestors, including language, story, song, art, food, and every other aspect of traditional Rumsen Ohlone culture, and he is grateful to contribute to the effort. With his partner, Vincent, Louis co-founded mak-‘amham, which works to promote traditional Ohlone foods within their families, as well as to educate the public about Ohlone cuisine and identity.For full show notes, visit: https://www.lifteconomy.com/blog/vincent-medina-louis-trevinoSend us a textJoin our fall cohort of the Next Economy MBA, beginning September 30th! Join an alumni community of 700+ entrepreneurs, activists, and artists working to transform our economy for the benefit of all life. Plus, save 20% on tuition when you register before August 11th, 2025.Learn more ➡️ http://lifteconomy.com/mba Current federal policy decisions are affecting businesses and workers in our community in big ways. Actions like the recent tariffs and funding freezes have real-world consequences. American Sustainable Business Network (ASBN) is collecting stories to push for smarter, more sustainable policies. Add your voice to the movement: https://bit.ly/ASBNTellYourStorySupport the show