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Seven minutes of snippets from my conversation with Simon Boyle, the London-based change-maker and visionary behind the Beyond Food Foundation and Brigade Bar+Kitchen. In 2004, Simon began transforming the lives of London's homeless population through food and cooking. 🍽️In 2010 Simon's partnered with PwC to launch Brigade Bar+Kitchen in London Bridge, now a hub for unique training programs uplifting those less fortunate. During the Covid pandemic, Simon's Ecolab expanded its mission with his transformative FreshLife program to provide direction, support, and work experience to individuals whose lives have unraveled.Shout out to Melanie van de Velde for the connection.What we discuss00:00 Intro 0:30 Simon Boyle on societal trauma01:50 Freshlife explained?05:30 Why he loves Corporates 06:15 His advice and ask to corporates07:19 Purpose and resilienceSocial Links LinkedinInstagram Noah and The LonersLinks in the Show Beyond Food FoundationBrigade Bar and KitchenSavoy Hotel Royal Academy of Culinary Arts Brian Turner Burnt Chef Project 2004 Tsunami PwC Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Seven minutes of snippets from my conversation with Simon Boyle, the London-based change-maker and visionary behind the Beyond Food Foundation and Brigade Bar+Kitchen. In 2004, Simon began transforming the lives of London's homeless population through food and cooking. 🍽️In 2010 Simon's partnered with PwC to launch Brigade Bar+Kitchen in London Bridge, now a hub for unique training programs uplifting those less fortunate. During the Covid pandemic, Simon's Ecolab expanded its mission with his transformative FreshLife program to provide direction, support, and work experience to individuals whose lives have unraveled.Shout out to Melanie van de Velde for the connection.What we discuss00:00 Intro 0:30 Who is Simon Boyle?01:10 Simon on the education system.01:50 Helping youth?02:30 Getting a break at the Savoy 03:18 How the 2004 Tsunami led him to his focus on social impact.04:40 Dragons Den experience,06:28 Opening Brigade Bar & Kitchen.06:51 The PWC partnership prototype helps address societal trauma. Social Links LinkedinInstagram Noah and The Loners Links in the Show Beyond Food FoundationBrigade Bar and KitchenSavoy Hotel Royal Academy of Culinary Arts Brian Turner Burnt Chef Project 2004 Tsunami PwC Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week's guest is Simon Boyle, a London-based difference-maker and driving force behind the Beyond Food Foundation and Brigade Bar+Kitchen. In 2010, Simon partnered with PwC, De Vere Venues, and the Homes and Communities Agency to launch Brigade restaurant in London Bridge. This innovative space soon became the hub for distinctive training programs designed to uplift those affected by homelessness. Amidst the Covid pandemic, his Ecolab broadened its mission through a collection of transformative, interactive workshops that leverage the power of food to motivate and inspire individuals whose lives have unraveled, providing crucial support and encouragement to help them re-knot the fabric of their lives.Shout out to Melanie van de Velde for the connection.What we discuss00:00 Intro 03:53 Who is Simon Boyle?08:20 Being let down by the education system.09:45 Who made Simon the person he is?15:25 Simon discusses how to deal with mental health in hospitality 17:40 Simon’s intentional path to explore many genres of cooking and hospitality.22:25 How the 2004 Tsunami led him to his focus on social impact.26:30 His focus on creating social enterprise through food and events.32:00 How after a Dragons Den experience, serendipity led him to find an investor and form his PWC partnership and open Brigade Bar & Kitchen.37:50 The urgency to address human unraveling.41:00 The PWC partnership prototype helps address societal trauma.45:45 Simon describes his Freshlife program. 51:13 The change he has witnessed in Corporates' social mindedness and willingness to engage with his cohorts.54:25 Simon's view on scaling his impact with Beyond Food.59:00 His 2030 vision. 01:00:00 What is his superpower?01:02:00 Advice to brands on how to take action.01:07:40 Remaining resilient. 01:17:40 We discuss how Simon’s building a community lunch event in LondonSocial Links LinkedinInstagram Noah and The Loners Links in the Show Beyond Food FoundationBrigade Bar and KitchenSavoy Hotel Royal Academy of Culinary Arts Brian Turner Burnt Chef Project 2004 Tsunami PwC Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

TL:DR - If you're short on time and want some hear how Logitech CEO Bracken Darrell is transforming forward to build a more sustainable carbon-positive business and hear some of his wisdom then here are 7 minutes of key soundbites.  If you do have the time, on a run, cycle, or drive, check out the full episode. If you enjoy the show please follow us, like us on your podcast player, and subscribe on YouTube as it helps us grow our audience.  Now over to Bracken. ABOUT BRACKENHailing from Owensboro, Kentucky, Bracken pursued English in Arkansas and later graduated with a degree in Accountancy in Texas. He started his career as a public accountant at Arthur Andersen, then earned his MBA at Harvard, which propelled him into brand management at P&G. Eventually, Bracken transitioned to General Management at GE, paving the way for his appointment as Logitech's CEO in 2012.While his career may appear impeccably linear on paper, Bracken has navigated and triumphed over imposter syndrome. He has been intentional with his goals, learned from mistakes, acknowledged successes, and remained humble and focused on the journey ahead—all the hallmarks of engineering serendipity.Under Bracken's leadership, Logitech has seen remarkable growth. After a decade at the helm, driving innovation, digital transformation, and nurturing a design-led culture, Bracken is now dedicated to "transforming forward" and amplifying Logitech's impact beyond mere profit, ultimately benefiting both people and the planet.Thanks to Katz Keily for the connection.Social LinksBracken on LinkedinLinks MentionedMemoirs of Hadrian Marguerite YourcenarTestament of a Furniture Dealer LogitechDon Smith on EmergenceTony Fadell Build  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I am publishing this important interview with Josie Naughton, the Founder and CEO of Choose Love, and Negar Tayyar, Co-founder of the Global Wholebeing Fund. Josie and Negar have recently returned from being on the ground in Turkey and Syria to witness the ongoing humanitarian crisis and desperate human needs of hundreds of thousands of people whose lives have been devastated, homes destroyed, and families torn apart by the February Earthquakes.This may have fallen from our crisis news network feeds, but as you will hear from Negar and Josie, the human need for help is still very real as rebuilding towns, schools, homes, and lives will take years. Please listen to this and do whatever you can to help. However small your donation or gift, it will go directly to those suffering on the ground. I have put links in the show notes to the fundraiser and Choose Love's store where you can select to purchase real items such as food and clothing bundles to life-changing interventions that will be delivered directly to those who need it most.Background informationChoose Love is a UK Charity, and Choose Love, Inc. is a US 501(c)(3) charitable non-profit organization, which does whatever it takes to directly provide refugees and displaced people with everything from tents and lifesaving search and rescue boats to food, clothing, and legal advice. Josie leads a dedicated, passionate team that, in just five years, has helped one million displaced people and raised tens of millions for nearly 150 organizations providing vital support at every stage along migration routes from Europe to the Middle East and along the US-Mexico border.Some of you may have heard my interview with Negar last year - Co-founder of the Global Wholebeing Fund, the international fund supporting the humanitarian and long-term needs of forcibly displaced people, often referred to as refugees by the media. Now, over to Josie and Negar.Links Here is the link to the earthquake fundraiser Here is the link to the Choose Love shop Here is a link to a powerful article about the disinformation campaign again, The White Helmets Here is the link to a powerful article about aid and corruption in regime areas of Syria (apologies, this is behind a pay wall) 00:00 Intro03:50 Negar and Josie overview05:46 Josie describes the on-the-ground assessment of the need.11:45 The ongoing Syrian conflict 14:04 Explaining why funding sometimes does not reach people.19:00 Providing transparency of where donations go22:05 Why donations matter now, no matter size.24:06 Elevate human dignity.29:00 Building a movement of global citizens that make a change.33:00 The impact of the White Helmets and the damage of misinformation38:45 The scale of damage and the rebuild will take years.40:08 Support is still needed in Syria.45:38 Help people in need.56:05 Global solidarity is needed.57:13 Take action and spread hope.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, I'm thrilled to welcome Bracken Darrell, CEO of Logitech, to the podcast.In this concise episode, Bracken, a distinguished industry leader, difference maker, and captivating storyteller, offers his insights on life, leadership, learning, the significance of design thinking, Logitech's commitment to sustainability, maintaining agility, and cultivating values of hunger and humility.Hailing from Owensboro, Kentucky, Bracken pursued English in Arkansas and later graduated with a degree in Accountancy in Texas. He started his career as a public accountant at Arthur Andersen, then earned his MBA at Harvard, which propelled him into brand management at P&G. Eventually, Bracken transitioned to General Management at GE, paving the way for his appointment as Logitech's CEO in 2012.While his career may appear impeccably linear on paper, Bracken has navigated and triumphed over imposter syndrome. He has been intentional with his goals, learned from mistakes, acknowledged successes, and remained humble and focused on the journey ahead—all the hallmarks of engineering serendipity.Under Bracken's leadership, Logitech has seen remarkable growth. After a decade at the helm, driving innovation, digital transformation, and nurturing a design-led culture, Bracken is now dedicated to "transforming forward" and amplifying Logitech's impact beyond mere profit, ultimately benefiting both people and the planet.Time Codes00:00 Intro02:44 Who is Bracken?03:35 Who or what made him? 06:30 The impact and value of his siblings 08:50 Brakcen’s view on his role as a leader and taking a stand11:50 The role and opportunity for Companies to take a moral position14:30 Influencing other companies on sustainability by leading through example and the need for industry standards17:50 Bracken describes three core areas important for design thinking 20:00 Bracken discusses his design principles22:00 I ask Bracken about his perspective on success and failures and how he applies a learning and experimentation lens25:30 Meeting and learning from start-up founders 28:00 Bracken explains his view on being transparent and his growth as a leader30:44 His sense of urgency on the need to take action on sustainability33:15 The organizational values of humility and hunger and learning.34:30 Bracken on competition, the love of the practice, and the process of learning36:00 Is there a book coming? 37:00 Pulling off the three levels of design38:45 Confronting barriers and doubt39:50 Brackens natural gifts?40:40 What he’s complemented for?Social LinksBracken on LinkedinLinks MentionedMemoirs of Hadrian Marguerite YourcenarTestament of a Furniture Dealer LogitechDon Smith on EmergenceTony Fadell Build  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

🎉 New Podcast Episode Alert! 🎉Tomorrow I am thrilled to welcome Bracken Darrell, the exceptional CEO of Logitech, to this week's podcast. In this special, concise episode, Bracken shares his wealth of knowledge on life, leadership, learning, design thinking, sustainability, agility, and the importance of hunger and humility.From humble beginnings in Owensboro, Kentucky, Bracken's remarkable journey took him through Arthur Andersen, P&G, and GE, eventually leading him to Logitech's helm in 2012. Despite facing challenges like imposter syndrome, Bracken's unwavering focus and humility have contributed to his continued success.Under his leadership, Logitech has flourished, experiencing significant growth and fostering a design-led culture. Bracken is now committed to "transforming forward" and extending Logitech's impact beyond profit for the greater good of people and the planet.🎧 Don't miss this insightful episode, where we explore Bracken's inspiring story and unique approach to leadership and innovation!#Podcast #Logitech #Leadership #DesignThinking #Sustainability #BrackenDarrell #Innovation #DigitalTransformation #LifeLessons #CorporateValues #TransformingForward Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's podcast, I’m delighted to welcome Nima Mirpourian, the multifaceted founder of Will Be Live, a personal branding and talent management firm that assists a diverse clientele of CEOs, creators, and entrepreneurs in enhancing their social presence and establishing new ventures.Hailing from Tehran, Iran, Nima's remarkable journey began with studying Science at university and delving into cell biology before achieving success in corporate consulting. However, the advent of the COVID-19 pandemic led him to a serendipitous new direction, culminating in the launch of his start-up, Will Be Live.Upon my arrival in Austin, I had the pleasure of meeting Nima, where I was immediately captivated by his personal story, profound connection to nature, and compassionate, generous spirit. A knowledgeable and enthusiastic expert in social strategies, Nima has graciously shared valuable insights that have benefited my podcast branding.As we sat down for a face-to-face conversation just prior to the kickoff of SXSW 2023, we explored the nuances of personal branding and social storytelling. For anyone seeking to elevate their LinkedIn profile or personal brand, Nima offers invaluable resources and is undoubtedly a worthwhile connection.Time codes00:00 Intro02:45 Who is Nima?04:22 What made Nima, Nima?08:00 Nima discusses his early career path 11:00 How his value of service was formed 13:45 Nima describes how his dinner party concept emerged19:00 The impact and value of his ‘thank you’ dinner party series 23:00 Easy laughers!25:00 The longer-term impact of his dinner party series 27:45 The back story to launching Will Be Live 32:30 Why he called it Will be Live 33:30 How he works with executives to raise their authentic voices and the process35:30 Will Be Live’s difference to Corporate PR and 38:27 The two aspects of the business 40:30 Nima explains the role of talent management42:00 The type of talent Nima engages45:00 The industries Will Be Live focuses on 46:40 Perspective on Value, Community, and Audiences48:40 On the anchor of climbing and nature   Links  Linkedin Will Be Live ResourcesLinks Gill Scott Heron Free Solo180 South Let my people go surfing Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Brand Strategist - Phil Adams - TL:DR - If you're short on time and want some hear Phil Adams's life lessons and the work he is doing to reimagine democracy, then here are 7 minutes of soundbites. If you have time on a run, cycle, or drive, check out the entire episode. I promise this will be time well spent. Now here's my ask of you. If you enjoy the show, please follow us, like us on your fav podcast player, and subscribe on YouTube as it helps us grow our audience. Now over to PhilOverview  Social Links Linkedin Links in ShowGordonstoun School Motto  ‘Plus est en Vous’ Ewan Paterson Marketoonist Ikagi Marshall McLuhan Firestarters Neil Perkin A Longing LookHermogenes On Types of SttyleFraudcast News bookAll Hands On Constituency Development Funds Rutger Bregman Audry Tang Robert Heath -The Hidden Power of Advertising: How Low Involvement Processing Influences the Way We Choose BrandsJohn Alexander CitizensMy Dinner with Andre  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

TL:DR - If you're short on time and want some hear Phil Adams's life lessons and the work he is doing to reimagine democracy then here are 7 minutes of soundbites.  If you do have the time on a run, cycle, or drive, check out the entire episode. I promise this will be time well spent. Now here's my ask of you. If you are enjoying the show, please follow us, like us on your fav podcast player, and subscribe on YouTube as it helps us grow our audience.  Now over to Phil.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.