How do leaders create impactful change in our environment? From climate change to corporate and social responsibility, we interview the new generation of CEOs, activists, and citizens who make better happen in our world.
Trees are underrated, especially in Texas. Join us as we interview Thaïs Perkins, Executive Director of Treefolks. We learn that Smokey the Bear was bull#$%^, why juniper (cedar) is a good thing, and we feature an surprise musical guest, Mr. Decent.
Can improv comedy really create better relationships in our lives, or even at work? Improv author, teacher, and master team-builder Asaf Ronen of The Institution Theater joins us to answer these questions.
On July 27, 2017 we invited some of Texas' most influential leaders to our HQ to discuss the future of corporate advocacy. This is part 2 of 2, check out the previous episode for the first half of the panel. Topics discussed: Does diversity training make a difference? Affect of Title IX beyond athletics Jerry Jones and the bathroom bill The panel was moderated by: Greg Barr, Managing Editor, Austin Business Journal Panelists include: Erik Day, Vice President & GM, North America Small Business, Dell Hugh Forrest, Chief Programming Officer, SXSW Edgar Gierbolini, President, Austin Gay & Lesbian Chamber of Commerce Chris Plonsky, Director of Women's Athletics, University of Texas Mellie Price, Director of Diversity & Inclusion, Capital Factory Chris Wallace, President, Texas Association of Business
On July 27, 2017 we invited some of Texas' most influential leaders to our HQ to discuss the future of corporate advocacy. Our panel discusses if "diversity" is just a buzzword, and whether businesses can have a positive impact on our divisive national debate. Corporate and social responsibility, "bathroom bills," and state vs. state political warfare are discussed. Part 2 of this panel will be posted in EnviroMinded Episode 3. The panel was moderated by: Greg Barr, Managing Editor, Austin Business Journal Panelists include: Erik Day, Vice President & GM, North America Small Business, Dell Hugh Forrest, Chief Programming Officer, SXSW Edgar Gierbolini, President, Austin Gay & Lesbian Chamber of Commerce Chris Plonsky, Director of Women's Athletics, University of Texas Mellie Price, Director of Diversity & Inclusion, Capital Factory Chris Wallace, President, Texas Association of Business
Edgar Gierbolini, President & CEO of Austin Gay & Lesbian Chamber of Commerce joins us to discuss the LGBTQ business community, how businesses in Texas advocate, and the recent state government battle of Texas vs California.
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