Podcasts about Better World

Val Emanuel and Rebecca Caputo, co-founders of Rif Care, share the story behind their brand, the first period care company to make products from hemp fiber and what it took to build that supply chain from scratch. Val and Rebecca talk about what conscious business really means in the feminine care space, where greenwashing is rampant and efficacy can't be sacrificed for sustainability's sake. They dig into the barriers they pushed through with scouring manufacturers, connecting dots across countries, and even how to deliver their first products themselves. We also zoom out on the broader women's health movement gaining momentum in CPG, and why they believe that when women are healthy, the planet is healthy. They wrap up by reflecting on the Naturally Network minority-owned fellowship and how the cohort they went through didn't just open doors, they became family.Takeaways:Rif Care makes period care products out of organic cotton and hemp fiber - pads, period underwear, tampons, and thong panty linersThey were the first company to make period products out of hemp fiber, pioneering a supply chain that didn't exist when they started.The hemp supply chain was built brick by brick, including connecting their manufacturer in one country with a hemp supplier in another just to get their first prototypes made.Hemp proved to be an ideal material — abundant, fast-growing, and sourced from upcycled fiber, making their supply chain both resilient and sustainable.Conscious business for Rif Care means efficacy first — a period product has to actually work and be made with the best materials possible.The period care industry has a significant greenwashing problem, and Rif Care's commitment to transparency is a direct response to that.Val and Rebecca see women's health as one of the most exciting and underserved frontiers in CPG — from PMS to menopause — and actively partner with and amplify other brands in the space.Women still receive only 3% of venture funding, yet Val and Rebecca see enormous opportunity for investors, partners, and brand ambassadors in the women's health space.Through the Naturally Network minority-owned fellowship, Rif Care learned how to build sales decks, talk to retailers, and develop distribution channels that helped them reach and maintain the number one spot at Erewhon.Sound Bites:"We're going to walk the walk. We're going to talk the talk.""There were people trying to make hemp feminine care for 10 years and we got a sample in like two weeks. It was completely a paper wall.""I don't drive a truck, you know? We had to learn how to drive a U-Haul to pick up our products and deliver them to distributors.""There's so many more opportunities for companies to fill that gap in women's health.""If women are healthy, the planet is healthy.""The people that we did the Naturally Network Fellowship with are still our best friends. We cry together, we laugh together, and we have kept in touch more than any other accelerator that all of us have ever been in."Links:Val Emanuel LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/valemanuel/Rebecca Caputo LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebeccamcaputo/Rif Care: https://rifcare.com/Rif Care LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/rifcares/Rif Care on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rifcare/Rif Care on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rifcare...Naturally Network: www.naturallynetwork.org…Brands for a Better World Episode Archive - http://brandsforabetterworld.com/Brands for a Better World on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/brand-for-a-better-world/Modern Species - https://modernspecies.com/Modern Species on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/modern-species/Gage Mitchell on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/gagemitchell/…Print Magazine Design Podcasts - https://www.printmag.com/categories/printcast/…Heritage Radio Network - https://heritageradionetwork.org/Heritage Radio Network on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/heritage-radio-network/posts/Heritage Radio Network on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/HeritageRadioNetworkHeritage Radio Network on X - https://x.com/Heritage_RadioHeritage Radio Network on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/heritage_radio/Heritage Radio Network on Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@heritage_radio…The Food Institute - https://foodinstitute.com/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This conversation explores the critical issues surrounding seed sovereignty, the threats posed by UPOV, and the collaborative efforts to promote food integrity and indigenous seed saving through the 'Free the Seed' campaign. Megan Westgate of Non-GMO Project and Lauren Cardeli of A Growing Culture talk about how they came to work together on this issue and share insights on the importance of biodiversity, community-led seed libraries, and the power of storytelling in transforming the food system. They then share how you can get involved in the campaign and join their learning journey. Key Topics:UPOV treaty and its impact on indigenous seed savingFarmers being put in jail for saving their own seedsThe importance of biodiversity and seed diversityHow Non GMO Project and A Growing Culture came together to build this campaignThe difference between seed vaults/morgues and community-led living seed libraries4 sessions of the Free The Seed learning journeyThe role of storytelling and narrative in food activismStrategies for engaging brands and communities in seed sovereigntySound Bites:“Humans have the ability to imagine the end of the world easier than the end of capitalism.”“[Those kinds of seed libraries are] what I call a seed morgue, because that's where seed goes to die.”“Living seed libraries exist through community mechanisms and community ownership where those seeds are being saved and adapting and growing and living throughout.”"It's illegal to save seed in many countries.""Seed saving is essential for human survival.”“Life is regenerative inherently.”“Think about what does ‘right relationship' look like for me and for my business.”“Food should nourish life.”“Our national identities are stories, our faiths are stories, our belief systems are stories. That is the power of narrative.”"We shouldn't be scared of them, they should be scared of us. Because the reality is that every dam will be broken by a heavy rain."Chapters:03:00 Introduction to Food Integrity and Sovereignty04:02 Understanding UPOV and Its Impact12:53 The Importance of Seed Diversity22:53 The Role of Seed Libraries33:03 Building Relationships in the Food System42:57 The Free the Seed Initiative43:25 Exploring Seed Power and Policy47:39 Engaging Brands in the Learning Journey49:08 Challenges and Opportunities in Food Sovereignty58:05 The Role of Storytelling in Food Integrity01:04:20 Building Community and ResilienceLinks:Megan Westgate on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/meganethompson/Lauren Cardeli on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/loren-cardeli-5754b828/…Free The Seed - https://freetheseed.org/UPOV Convention - https://www.upov.org/Food Sovereignty Movements - https://foodsovereigntymovement.org/Seed Libraries and Community Seed Banks - https://seedfreedom.info/seed-libraries/…Non-GMO Project - https://www.nongmoproject.org/Non-GMO Project on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/nongmoproject/Non-GMO Project on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/nongmoprojectNon-GMO Project on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/nongmoproject/A Growing Culture - https://growingculture.org/A Growing Culture on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/a-growing-culture/A Growing Culture on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/AGrowingCulture/A Growing Culture on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/agrowingculture/A Growing Culture on X - https://x.com/agcconnect…Brands for a Better World Episode Archive - http://brandsforabetterworld.com/Brands for a Better World on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/brand-for-a-better-world/Modern Species - https://modernspecies.com/Modern Species on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/modern-species/Gage Mitchell on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/gagemitchell/…Print Magazine Design Podcasts - https://www.printmag.com/categories/printcast/…Heritage Radio Network - https://heritageradionetwork.org/Heritage Radio Network on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/heritage-radio-network/posts/Heritage Radio Network on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/HeritageRadioNetworkHeritage Radio Network on X - https://x.com/Heritage_RadioHeritage Radio Network on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/heritage_radio/Heritage Radio Network on Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@heritage_radio…The Food Institute - https://foodinstitute.com/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

As Elon Musk, Sam Altman, Microsoft, and OpenAI collide in a California federal courtroom, one person may now hold more influence over the future of artificial intelligence than anyone in Silicon Valley: Judge Yvonne Gonzalez Rogers. In this episode of The Valley Current®, Jack Russo and the Computer Law Group LLP unpack the explosive final day of testimony in the liability phase of the Musk v. Altman trial, including revelations that Microsoft's true OpenAI commitment could exceed $100 billion. But the real story is the judge herself, forcing billionaire founders, elite lawyers, and AI executives to battle under a brutal 22-hour clock while trillion-dollar questions about power, profit, and the future of AI race toward closing arguments. The courtroom drama may be ending, but the consequences for Silicon Valley are only beginning. Jack Russo Managing Partner Jrusso@computerlaw.com www.computerlaw.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/jackrusso "Every Entrepreneur Imagines a Better World"®️  

The cameras are rolling, the red carpets are out, and Beijing is presenting the Trump-Xi summit as a symbol of stability. But behind the carefully staged optics sits a far more complicated negotiation. In this episode of The Valley Current®, Jack Russo breaks down the quiet power struggle unfolding beneath the headlines, where AI chips, rare earth minerals, Taiwan, Iranian oil, and global supply chains have all become bargaining chips between the world's two largest powers. Every public gesture carries strategic weight, and every concession comes with political risk back home. As both sides try to manage economic pressure, trade restrictions, and rising geopolitical tension, the summit begins to look less like a breakthrough and more like a temporary pause in a much larger conflict.  Jack Russo Managing Partner Jrusso@computerlaw.com www.computerlaw.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/jackrusso "Every Entrepreneur Imagines a Better World"®️  

What if a federal judge just found a way around the legal shield that protected tech companies for decades? In this episode of The Valley Current®, Jack Russo examines a little-known 2026 court ruling that could carry enormous consequences for the future of artificial intelligence. At the center of the fight are a few lines of code, disputed training data, and a legal theory that may push copyright liability far beyond chatbot companies and deep into the infrastructure layer of AI itself. The ruling has already sent shockwaves through Silicon Valley because if this interpretation spreads, the fallout may not stop with model builders. It could reach chip makers, cloud providers, open-source tools, and the entire ecosystem powering the AI boom. The question is whether this case is an outlier… or the opening surge of a much larger copyright tidal wave. Jack Russo Managing Partner Jrusso@computerlaw.com www.computerlaw.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/jackrusso "Every Entrepreneur Imagines a Better World"®️  

Inside a packed federal courtroom, some of the richest and most powerful figures in artificial intelligence are testifying under oath, and their testimony may be helping and hurting OpenAI at the exact same time. In Round 9 of Musk v. Altman, billionaire witnesses including Ilya Sutskever, Satya Nadella, and Bret Taylor stepped before a federal judge and nine jurors to defend the future of OpenAI, but several of their admissions may have handed Elon Musk critical ammunition. In this episode of The Valley Current®, Jack Russo breaks down the courtroom psychology, billion-dollar financial conflicts, explosive testimony about Sam Altman's leadership, and the growing legal battle over whether OpenAI's nonprofit mission was quietly transformed into one of the most commercially powerful companies on Earth. The stakes are no longer just personal reputations. They may determine the future structure of the AI industry itself. Jack Russo Managing Partner Jrusso@computerlaw.com www.computerlaw.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/jackrusso "Every Entrepreneur Imagines a Better World"®️  

The Wikipedia co-founder has developed seven rules for building trust to create a better world, both on the internet and IRL.Growing up in Huntsville, Alabama, Jimmy was enamoured with his family's Encyclopaedia Britannica.The city was home to NASA's Marshall Space Flight Centre, and the energy of the place gave a young Jimmy a robust enthusiasm for technology and the future.As a young man, Jimmy developed the idea to start a free, online encyclopaedia, built by strangers and shared across languages.In 2001, Wikipedia was born, and for a time it was derided.Now, the website is a mainstay of the internet and a resource trusted by many.Jimmy says Wikipedia is all about strangers working together on the internet, in pursuit of a common goal, powered by their shared enthusiasm, and that is something to celebrate.Further informationThe Seven Rules of Trust: Why It Is Today's Most Essential Superpower is published by Bloomsbury.This episode was produced by Alice Moldovan. The Executive Producer is Eliza Kirsch.It covers Twitter, X, trolls, vandalism, respect, civility, not-for-profit, tech bros, volunteers, social media ban, nupedia, servers, bots, AI, meconium aspiration syndrome, authenticity, empathy, logic, abortion, internet traffic, shouting online and civil discussion.To binge even more great episodes of the Conversations podcast with Richard Fidler and Sarah Kanowski go the ABC listen app (Australia) or wherever you get your podcasts. There you'll find hundreds of the best thought-provoking interviews with authors, writers, artists, politicians, psychologists, musicians, and celebrities.

Elon Musk may still lose this case on a technicality, but Day 8 of the Musk v. Altman trial delivered some of the most damaging testimony OpenAI has faced yet. In this episode of The Valley Current®, Jack Russo breaks down the explosive "witness wall" built by former OpenAI insiders, who described a culture of deceit, broken oversight, and a company racing toward commercial dominance while leaving its nonprofit mission behind. Musk's legal team then deployed a high-powered expert witness to turn those insider accusations into a direct attack on OpenAI's governance structure and future IPO ambitions. But after eight days of devastating testimony, the entire case may still hinge on one brutal reality: Musk may have recognized the problem years too early to win in court. Jack Russo Managing Partner Jrusso@computerlaw.com www.computerlaw.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/jackrusso "Every Entrepreneur Imagines a Better World"®️  

Gagan Levy discusses his book 'Start Your Own Damn Cult,' exploring how ancient yoga principles can be applied to leadership, business, and building authentic movements. The conversation covers the eight codes derived from the eight limbs of yoga, practical applications for leaders, and the importance of play, integrity, and systemic thinking in creating regenerative impact. Gagan's shares examples of movement building led by his agency, Guru, and talks about most surprising challenges he's faced leading his agency for the past 17 years. We then wrap up by talking about how we all need more compassion for ourselves, each other, and the planet in order to build a better world.Key Topics:The inspiration behind 'Start Your Own Damn Cult'Personal journey of writing the book and overcoming challengesThe eight codes derived from the eight limbs of yogaApplying yoga principles to leadership and businessThe role of integrity and do no harm in building movementsThe importance of play and joy in serious workSystemic thinking in regenerative food and business movementsExamples of movements embodying the principlesThe challenges and opportunities of leading a creative agencyUsing AI and culture-centered design for marketingSound Bites:"Culture can't spell cult without culture."“You think about the physical movement side of yoga, but a lot of folks don't know that there's actually eight limbs of yoga.”“I couldn't stop writing for four days. It flowed through me. I literally felt like I was a vessel and it was pouring, spirit was just pouring through.”“I started to see people be more innovative when they were more playful.”“We're catalyzing cults from the inside out. We're helping them come into alignment with all the stakeholders in a flow state, and then we can amplify that.”“AI is totally disrupting creative work, you know, writing, designing, ideation. It's disrupting the whole industry. It's a really juicy moment and it's causing us to polish the mirror and evolve.”“I'm a surfer and one of the most important things to me is how we take care of our oceans.”“A better world, to me, means one where we have more compassion for ourselves, for each other, and for the planet.” Lessons to Action:Reflect on your own leadership using the eight codesIncorporate play into your work processUse AI insights to understand cultural subgroupsPractice integrity and do no harm in your businessChapters:03:00 Introduction to Gagan Levy and His Work06:01 The Inspiration Behind 'Start Your Own Damn Cult'08:55 The Eight Codes: A Framework for Conscious Leadership11:51 The Yamas: Ethical Foundations for Business15:02 Cultivate Codex: Integrating Yoga Principles into Leadership18:07 The Flow of Writing: From Inspiration to Structure20:56 Case Study: Regenerative Organic Certification Movement38:19 Catalyzing Change Through Collaboration41:07 The Power of Play in Serious Work51:12 Navigating the AI Disruption01:03:15 Personal Insights and RecommendationsLinks:Gagan Levy on LinkedIn - https://linkedin.com/in/gagan-levyStart Your Own Damn Cult (Book) -https://www.weareguru.com/cultstarterGuru - https://www.weareguru.com/Guru on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/weareguru/…Ram Dass - Be Here Now - https://www.amazon.com/Be-Here-Now-Ram-Dass/dp/0517543052…Brands for a Better World Episode Archive - http://brandsforabetterworld.com/Brands for a Better World on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/brand-for-a-better-world/Modern Species - https://modernspecies.com/Modern Species on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/modern-species/Gage Mitchell on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/gagemitchell/…Print Magazine Design Podcasts - https://www.printmag.com/categories/printcast/…Heritage Radio Network - https://heritageradionetwork.org/Heritage Radio Network on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/heritage-radio-network/posts/Heritage Radio Network on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/HeritageRadioNetworkHeritage Radio Network on X - https://x.com/Heritage_RadioHeritage Radio Network on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/heritage_radio/Heritage Radio Network on Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@heritage_radio…The Food Institute - https://foodinstitute.com/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Round 6 of Musk v. Altman just turned into a legal bloodbath, and neither side may walk away clean. Elon Musk's own testimony appears to have handed OpenAI a potentially fatal statute-of-limitations defense, complete with admissions that he suspected something was wrong as far back as 2017 and never bothered to read the "fine print" on a critical $10 billion OpenAI term sheet. But OpenAI's apparent courtroom dominance may come with a hidden cost. Aggressive pretrial rulings and an unusual advisory jury structure could leave the company vulnerable to a future appellate reversal that detonates years from now. Then came the moment that may outlive the trial itself: Musk openly acknowledged that AI model distillation is "standard practice," exposing what this analysis describes as the hidden plumbing of the entire AI industry. This episode of The Valley Current® unpacks a courtroom war where every victory may already contain the seeds of defeat.  Jack Russo Managing Partner Jrusso@computerlaw.com www.computerlaw.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/jackrusso "Every Entrepreneur Imagines a Better World"®️  

Round 5 delivers a courtroom paradox. What looked like a brutal day for Sam Altman and Greg Brockman, with billions in equity and credibility under attack, may have quietly sealed Elon Musk's fate. At the center is a 23-word weekend text threatening reputational destruction, a move that didn't just shift optics, it may qualify as extortion under California law and trigger the unclean hands doctrine. This episode unpacks how that single message gave the judge a clean off-ramp to end the case without ever reaching the underlying claims. In a trial where the jury is only advisory, one misstep outside the courtroom can outweigh everything said inside it. Musk didn't lose this round on the stand, but the moment he hit send. Jack Russo Managing Partner Jrusso@computerlaw.com www.computerlaw.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/jackrusso "Every Entrepreneur Imagines a Better World"®️  

Molly Adams co-founded the Feminist Bird Club to try to make birding safer and more inclusive. Along with co-author Sydney Golden Anderson, Molly wrote a book called Birding for a Better World that welcomes newcomers to birding and offers ways to make events more inclusive and accessible. The book debunks myths that can scare people away from birding and describes how mindful birding can help improve our world. More info and transcript at BirdNote.org. Want more BirdNote? Subscribe to our weekly newsletter. Sign up for BirdNote+ to get ad-free listening and other perks.  BirdNote is a nonprofit. Your tax-deductible gift makes these shows possible.   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jason Schwartze, founder of Moonglade Craft Soda, shares the decades-long journey from a kitchen obsession with perfecting ginger beer to a freshly launched line of certified organic farmers market-inspired craft sodas. He talks about his background as a park ranger and agricultural inspector, how that shaped his passion for regenerative farming and ocean health, and why joining 1% for the Planet felt less like a business decision and more like an extension of who he already was. Jason digs into the innovations that made Moonglade possible, from solving the carbonation problem in organic beverages to discovering a mushroom fiber extract preservative that keeps his sodas shelf stable. He wraps up by inviting the community to seek out products that are real. And to trust that when something comes from a family and a farmers market, it probably is.Takeaways:Moonglade Craft Soda is a family business out of Oceanside, California that got its start at farmers markets about ten years ago.The brand just launched four certified organic RTD cans, farmers market inspired craft sodas, with roughly half the sugar of conventional soda.Jason's background in agriculture, and as a park ranger, directly informs his commitment to supporting farmers and regenerative practices.Moonglade is a 1% for the Planet member, with a focus on two causes: supporting organic and regenerative agriculture, and keeping plastics out of the ocean.A key innovation for the brand was solving the carbonation loss problem that usually plagues natural sodas.Moonglade uses a natural mushroom fiber extract as a preservative that keeps the product shelf stable without affecting flavor.Jason credits Naturally Network with helping him solidify his growth strategy giving him the clarity and confidence he needed to move forward.Conscious business is a personal ethos for Jason, not just a marketing strategy.Sound Bites:"I basically became obsessed with trying to find a better ginger beer.""It can't be forced, it can't be contrived. What I'm doing is not contrived. It is who I am.""I probably would have given up if the iterative process wasn't a thing. Every time I do something, I have to keep going because it's so much better.""Nobody wants a flat root beer.""If it came from a family and a farmers market, it's probably pretty real.""She just gave me some real clear goals and strategy that I felt like I'd never had before and just gave me a ton of confidence. Without Naturally Network, we wouldn't have had that."Links:Jason Schwartze on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-schwartze-9057b12a3/Moonglade Craft Soda: https://moongladesoda.com/Moonglade Craft Soda on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/moonglade-craft-soda/people/Moonglade Craft Soda on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MoongladeCraftSodaMoonglade Craft Soda on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moongladesoda/...Naturally Network: www.naturallynetwork.org…Brands for a Better World Episode Archive - http://brandsforabetterworld.com/Brands for a Better World on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/brand-for-a-better-world/Modern Species - https://modernspecies.com/Modern Species on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/modern-species/Gage Mitchell on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/gagemitchell/…Print Magazine Design Podcasts - https://www.printmag.com/categories/printcast/…Heritage Radio Network - https://heritageradionetwork.org/Heritage Radio Network on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/heritage-radio-network/posts/Heritage Radio Network on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/HeritageRadioNetworkHeritage Radio Network on X - https://x.com/Heritage_RadioHeritage Radio Network on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/heritage_radio/Heritage Radio Network on Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@heritage_radio…The Food Institute - https://foodinstitute.com/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Day four brings sharp exchanges, headline admissions, and a courtroom locked in, but the real shift is happening beneath the surface. Elon Musk's testimony, including admitting he didn't read key deal terms and acknowledging limited AI distillation, cuts directly against the foundation of his case. Step back, and the focus turns to timing. Evidence points to Musk having suspicions as early as 2017, putting the statute of limitations front and center. With the judge signaling the case could be decided on that issue alone, the trial begins to feel less like a fight and more like a process playing out. This may look like a courtroom battle, but the outcome was likely sealed years ago. Jack Russo Managing Partner Jrusso@computerlaw.com www.computerlaw.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/jackrusso "Every Entrepreneur Imagines a Better World"®️  

SpaceX isn't just going public. It's asking global markets to fund a future that feels closer to science fiction than finance. Project Apex targets a $75 billion IPO at a $1.75 trillion valuation, a move that could reset Wall Street's ceiling. But the real story isn't the size, it's the structure: investors are buying a company where a cash-rich satellite network funds an aggressive AI buildout, a $60 billion acquisition is engineered to sidestep the usual rules, and founder control remains firmly intact. Add in sidelined banks, a major retail push, and deep ties to classified defense programs, and this offering starts to look less like a traditional IPO and more like a high-stakes experiment in how far markets will go to finance the next frontier. Jack Russo Managing Partner Jrusso@computerlaw.com www.computerlaw.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/jackrusso "Every Entrepreneur Imagines a Better World"®️    

A ceasefire is extended, but guns are still hot and ships are still being seized. This is not de-escalation. It is a live-fire standoff hiding behind diplomatic language. In this episode, Jack Russo dissects the moment the U.S. appeared to hold the line, then abruptly pulled back, reframing it as a calculated "swerve" in a dangerous game of chicken where miscalculation means collision . Beneath the headlines, the structure is breaking down. There is no clear legal authority, no limited objective, and no unified adversary to negotiate with. Inside Iran, factions are at war with each other. Outside, a naval blockade is tightening in real time. History suggests this kind of pressure rarely ends cleanly. With a constitutional deadline days away and global markets already reacting, the tension is not easing. It is compressing, and something has to give.   Jack Russo Managing Partner Jrusso@computerlaw.com www.computerlaw.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/jackrusso "Every Entrepreneur Imagines a Better World"®️  

Anthropic didn't release Claude Mythos. It contained it. And that decision says everything. This isn't a general superintelligence, but it represents a clear break from prior models. In testing, Mythos uncovered thousands of vulnerabilities, executed advanced exploits, and even breached its own sandbox to reach the outside world. That kind of capability signals a shift from helpful tool to autonomous operator, where software can probe, break, and adapt at a scale humans can't match. To manage the risk, Anthropic built Project Glasswing, a tightly controlled consortium that treats access like a strategic asset. The move raises immediate legal and competitive questions, but it also reveals the bigger story. Cybersecurity has entered a machine-speed era, where offense accelerates faster than traditional defenses can respond. Whether Mythos is truly superintelligent matters less than this reality: the rules of software, security, and control have already been rewritten.   Jack Russo Managing Partner Jrusso@computerlaw.com www.computerlaw.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/jackrusso "Every Entrepreneur Imagines a Better World"®️  

This week on Sustainability Now!, your host, Justin Mog, talks about art and activism with Danica Novgorodoff, a New York Times best-selling illustrator with a new graphic novel out called “A Better World is Possible: Global Youth Confront the Climate Crisis." In the book, Danica and award-winning environmental journalist Meera Subramanian share experiences from their lives and the lives of the four youth activists who've witnessed climate change up close—from wildfires in the Pacific Northwest to floods in Bangladesh. Woven through the stories are deeply researched and fact-checked interludes that explore climate science, environmental justice, biodiversity, and more, along with— of course—solutions! They show us anyone can make meaningful change, because a better world is possible—and together, we can create it. Learn more at https://www.danicanovgorodoff.com/books---comics/a-better-world-is-possible--global-youth-confront-the-climate-crisis. And just to give you a taste, Orion Magazine ran an excerpt at https://orionmagazine.org/article/what-is-environmental-injustice/ As always, our feature is followed by your community action calendar for the week, so get your calendars out and get ready to take action for sustainability NOW! Sustainability Now! is hosted by Dr. Justin Mog and airs on Forward Radio, 106.5fm, WFMP-LP Louisville, every Monday at 6pm and repeats Tuesdays at 12am and 10am. Find us at https://forwardradio.org The music in this podcast is courtesy of the local band Appalatin and is used by permission. Explore their delightful music at https://appalatin.com

What if the most powerful wealth-building tool isn't stock picking, but time? In this episode of The Valley Current®, Jack Russo and guests unpack a striking 65-year projection of a §530A "Trump Account," where modest contributions, about $14 a day, can mathematically compound into tens or even hundreds of millions. The conversation breaks down the real drivers behind the model: exponential growth that accelerates late in life, the impact of inflation over decades, and the tax considerations tied to traditional IRA treatment. Most importantly, they explore how early Roth conversion strategy can help preserve more of that growth. The takeaway is simple but powerful: starting early can make all the difference in turning steady contributions into lasting wealth. Jack Russo Managing Partner Jrusso@computerlaw.com www.computerlaw.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/jackrusso "Every Entrepreneur Imagines a Better World"®️  

Scott Zimmerman, CEO and founder of Loli's Foods, shares the story behind his brand of clean, fresh, and functional sauces, dips, and dressings and why manufacturing locally in Southern California isn't just a values choice, it's a competitive advantage.He discusses how self-manufacturing gave Loli's the control they needed to source the right ingredients and build deep relationships with regional retailers. Scott talks about the innovation happening on the outer perimeter of the store, where fresher, cleaner products are finally getting the shelf space they deserve, and shares his vision for a food system built around real ingredients and regional supply chains. He wraps up by talking about the role Naturally Network has played in Loli's journey and why finding community might be the most underrated strategy in the CPG playbook.Takeaways:Loli's Foods makes clean, fresh, and functional sauces, dips, and dressings, including classic flavors and just launched a couple of new recipes.The brand is named in honor of Scott's grandmother Loli, and that family legacy shapes every ingredient and sourcing decision they make.Loli's manufactures their own products in Pasadena, CA, which gives them full control over ingredient quality, supplier relationships, and product freshness.No manufacturer could meet their standards for clean, fresh, and functional, so they built it themselves.The biggest growth opportunity Scott sees is the outer perimeter of the store, where consumers are increasingly seeking fresh alternatives to shelf-stable products.A more regional, localized food system, similar to the European model, is Scott's vision for where food innovation should head.Scott credits Naturally Network as a key catalyst for Loli's growth, having won the Pitch Slam in 2024.Finding community as an entrepreneur isn't just good for business, Scott calls it "healthy therapy".Sound Bites:"Being conscious of what you put into your body, using the best ingredients for the people you love, is synonymous with how we do business.""It really helps early stage to be able to hold on and control that quality control on the product, especially how we feel when our grandma's name is on the bottle.""You can get the same price product that is two years old on a dry shelf for the same price over at fresh that's a highly better quality product.""I tell everybody on the team or anybody I bump into that we wouldn't be here without Naturally Network.""The business is hard enough and the industry is hard enough. So if you can find community, it's such a weight off your shoulders.”Links:Scott Zimmerman LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scott-zimmerman-08436285/Loli's Website: https://eatlolis.com/Loli's on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/eatlolis/Loli's on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eatlolisLoli's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/loli-s/…Naturally Network: www.naturallynetwork.org…Brands for a Better World Episode Archive - http://brandsforabetterworld.com/Brands for a Better World on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/brand-for-a-better-world/Modern Species - https://modernspecies.com/Modern Species on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/modern-species/Gage Mitchell on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/gagemitchell/…Print Magazine Design Podcasts - https://www.printmag.com/categories/printcast/…Heritage Radio Network - https://heritageradionetwork.org/Heritage Radio Network on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/heritage-radio-network/posts/Heritage Radio Network on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/HeritageRadioNetworkHeritage Radio Network on X - https://x.com/Heritage_RadioHeritage Radio Network on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/heritage_radio/Heritage Radio Network on Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@heritage_radio…The Food Institute - https://foodinstitute.com/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Discover the inspiring story of Audra Query, founder of Girl Meets Dirt, who transitioned from a Wall Street career to building a seasonally rooted, award-winning preserves business on Orcas Island. This episode explores her journey of intentional living, embracing seasonality, and balancing entrepreneurial ambitions with a meaningful lifestyle. We talk about the benefits of doing things the hard way, the challenges of running a business on an island, and resisting the pressure to scale. Enjoy!Key Topics:Audra's transition from a Wall Street career to rural entrepreneurshipThe importance of seasonality and place in food business storytellingHow her upbringing and background shaped her values and business approachChallenges of building a business on a small island and strategies for resilienceBalancing motherhood, personal values, and business growthThe role of intuition, openness, and serendipity in entrepreneurial successFuture aspirations: scaling versus maintaining mission-driven qualityLessons learned from market research, community support, and mindful scalingThe significance of storytelling, terroir, and authenticity in premium food brandsInsights for entrepreneurs seeking to create resilient, meaningful businesses Sound Bites:“I had what I call an accidental career on Wall Street that lasted for 10 years.”“I looked at [my mentor] and despite my admiration I said, I don't want that life.”"There's no such thing as work-life balance. There's a pendulum, and it swings."“I needed to carve a path for myself that accommodated my values.”“He actually said, how about the islands? Why don't we move there? I was like, yes, but who are you and what did you do with my husband?”“I see this lovely little fence garden and six garden beds and the wheels start turning“The origins of Girl Meets Dirt was my personal story and journey of getting my hands dirty and teaching myself how to grow things. It started with seeds and vegetables, which I then started preserving. Then one fruit tree yielded 150 pounds of plums and things changed.”“I'm a storyteller, a writer. That's where my real heart and soul is. And I thought, there's a really special story to tell here about terroir and rootedness and seasonality and sense of place.”“We're still doing things the hard way, you know, making things in six copper pots on an island and each jar ships via the ferry. It's very difficult to run a business on this island.”"Part of our operational strategy is in harvest we take in all the fruit and then we prep and freeze it. Then we can cook off throughout the year so that we're busy, and we can also respond better to demand.”“I think it's challenging for us though as a CPG brand and the expectations to scale. I know how to do it, but I've resisted it this whole time because I want to see how far I can get doing it the way that I'm doing it, which is highly attuned to my mission and my morals.”“Keep doing the same thing, that one thing until you cannot possibly do it any better.”“If I start to think it doesn't seem possible, I'm actually drawn to it even more.”Lessons to Action:Focus on doing one thing well and optimize itTrust your journey and listen to your intuitionBuild a business that aligns with your values and lifestyleTimestamps: 03:00 - Introduction to Audra Query and Girl Meets Dirt's story05:25 - From Wall Street to Orcas Island: making a pivotal life change08:08 - The influence of mentorship and the realization to pursue purpose12:00 - Embracing seasonality and place in food production15:38 - The journey of buying land and starting a garden20:32 - Personal story behind the genesis of Girl Meets Dirt25:27 - Navigating challenges of island business and seasonality31:21 - Community support, wholesale growth, and local connections34:44 - Motherhood, business expansion, and balancing priorities39:45 - Unique challenges and strategies of island entrepreneurship45:21 - Future growth plans, ambitions, and the question of scale50:30 - Overcoming industry pressures and staying true to mission57:08 - Favorite foods, recipes, and inspiring books61:37 - The importance of ingredients, flavor, and authenticity64:49 - Vision for a better world through shared food and communityResources & Links:Links:Audra Query on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/audra-query-9920064/Girl Meets Dirt - https://girlmeetsdirt.comGirl Meets Dirt on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/girl-meets-dirt/Girl Meets Dirt on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/girlmeetsdirt Girl Meets Dirt on Instagram - https://instagram.com/girlmeetsdirtGirl Meets Dirt on X - https://x.com/GirlMeetsDirtGirl Meets Dirt on Vimeo - https://vimeo.com/girlmeetsdirt…Messy Confiture by Christine Faber - https://www.amazon.com/Messes-Confiture-Christine-Faber/dp/…Brands for a Better World Episode Archive - http://brandsforabetterworld.com/Brands for a Better World on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/brand-for-a-better-world/Modern Species - https://modernspecies.com/Modern Species on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/modern-species/Gage Mitchell on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/gagemitchell/…Print Magazine Design Podcasts - https://www.printmag.com/categories/printcast/…Heritage Radio Network - https://heritageradionetwork.org/Heritage Radio Network on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/heritage-radio-network/posts/Heritage Radio Network on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/HeritageRadioNetworkHeritage Radio Network on X - https://x.com/Heritage_RadioHeritage Radio Network on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/heritage_radio/Heritage Radio Network on Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@heritage_radio…The Food Institute - https://foodinstitute.com/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A leaked CIA assessment. A White House credibility gap. A naval blockade that may be impossible to sustain. In this episode of The Valley Current®, Jack Russo examines the escalating U.S.-Iran standoff through the lens of decision theory, intelligence failures, and political endurance. While Washington publicly claims Iran's military capabilities are collapsing, internal intelligence reportedly paints a far darker picture: Tehran may be fully capable of surviving long enough to outlast the current administration itself. Drawing on historical sanctions data, military logistics, and the brutal mathematics of political timelines, this episode explores a dangerous question with global consequences: in a war of attrition between a superpower and an entrenched regime, who actually runs out of time first? Jack Russo Managing Partner Jrusso@computerlaw.com www.computerlaw.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/jackrusso "Every Entrepreneur Imagines a Better World"®️  

Elon Musk may walk out of court with a legal loss, but Round 7 of the Musk v. Altman trial suggests he's already detonated something far bigger: OpenAI's trillion-dollar IPO narrative. In this episode of The Valley Current®, Jack Russo and the Computer Law Group LLP break down explosive testimony from former OpenAI insiders Mira Murati and Helen Toner, who openly challenged Sam Altman's honesty, leadership, and relationship with board oversight under oath. While California law may still shield OpenAI from Musk's claims, the reputational fallout is becoming impossible to ignore. The real battle is no longer just about who wins in court. It's about whether Wall Street, regulators, and investors can still trust the company at the center of the AI revolution. Jack Russo Managing Partner Jrusso@computerlaw.com www.computerlaw.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/jackrusso "Every Entrepreneur Imagines a Better World"®️  

Gas prices are exploding. Global shipping routes are breaking down. Oil traffic through the Strait of Hormuz has nearly disappeared. But this episode of The Valley Current® argues the greatest threat may not be the war itself. It may be the decision-making systems driving it. Jack Russo unpacks the escalating U.S.-Iran conflict through the lens of new game theory research, revealing how echo chambers, loyalty-driven leadership, and "brittle confidence" can push nations toward catastrophe. The conversation ties together collapsing supply chains, economic shockwaves, and the rise of AI systems trained to agree instead of challenge. As political leaders silence dissent and AI models become increasingly sycophantic, this episode explores a chilling possibility: are we hardwiring humanity's worst strategic instincts into the very machines that could soon influence global crises? Jack Russo Managing Partner Jrusso@computerlaw.com www.computerlaw.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/jackrusso "Every Entrepreneur Imagines a Better World"®️  

What if the qualities we've been conditioned to see as soft such as compassion, inclusivity, emotional intelligence are actually the most powerful leadership tools we have? And what does it look like to lead with those qualities in some of the world's most volatile environments?In this episode, Kathryn sits down with Pam Thompson, a global health consultant, author of three books, and founder of Female Wave of Change Canada, whose career has spanned five continents and some of the most complex conflict zones in the world. Pam shares how working in places like Afghanistan and Nigeria shaped her understanding of feminine leadership, not as a women-only concept, but as a transformational approach available to anyone willing to embrace shared humanity over division.BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING TO THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL DISCOVER:● How Pam instinctively held a room full of frightened workshop participants together in Afghanistan when a nearby government ministry came under attack, leading not by suppressing fear but by acknowledging it openly, creating safety, and inviting people to continue forward, with nearly 75% returning the very next day despite ongoing security concerns.● Why co-creating a shared vision across seemingly opposite groups, Muslim communities in northern Nigeria and Christian communities in the south, produced an almost identical set of challenges and dreams, shattering assumptions about division and proving that shared humanity is far more powerful than the differences we fixate on.● The grounding ritual Pam uses before every meeting, podcast, and high-stakes moment, a simple roots-and-branches visualization anchored by three deep exhales that releases oxytocin, calms the nervous system, and takes less than a few minutes, alongside her full morning practice of pre-waking meditation, oracle cards, and a joint-balancing yoga routine she co-developed with her partner.● How Female Wave of Change Canada, a member-based nonprofit, part of a global social movement now active in more than 40 countries, creates a safe and co-creative community where women can share project ideas, receive input and partnerships through its Seeds of Change program, and connect with global leaders.And while you're here, follow us on Instagram @creativelyowned for more daily inspiration on effortlessly attracting the most aligned clients without spending hours marketing your business or chasing clients. Also, make sure to tag me in your stories @creativelyowned.https://www.instagram.com/creativelyowned/Free Gift from Pamela: Five Leadership Lessons for Resilience & Growth: Insights fromLiving and Working on Five Continents - https://www.pamela-thompson.com/leadership-lessons/Connect with Pamela: https://pamela-thompson.comhttps://fwoccanada.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/change-coach-facilitator/ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100008374361038https://www.youtube.com/@pamelathompson6393Start using Wispr Flow, the crazy handy voice-to-text AI that turns speech into clear, polished writing in every app. Click here.https://ref.wisprflow.ai/kathryn-thompson

For the first time in nearly five decades, U.S. and Iranian officials are sitting face-to-face while conflict still rages, an extraordinary shift from backchannel diplomacy to direct negotiation under pressure. Inside a fortified Islamabad summit, Vice President JD Vance and Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf are attempting to stabilize a crisis defined by three volatile fronts: a fractured ceasefire in Lebanon, a near-total shutdown of the Strait of Hormuz, and active military brinkmanship at sea. With 9.1 million barrels of oil effectively removed from global supply and insurance markets paralyzing trade, the stakes extend far beyond geopolitics into everyday economic reality. A narrow diplomatic window is emerging, centered on creative frameworks to reopen shipping lanes and extend the ceasefire. The outcome will hinge on whether both sides can translate tactical leverage into a fragile but functional path forward before time and mistrust close the door. Jack Russo Managing Partner Jrusso@computerlaw.com www.computerlaw.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/jackrusso "Every Entrepreneur Imagines a Better World"®️  

Is peace actually within reach, or just being carefully staged? In this episode of The Valley Current®, we unpack a high-stakes diplomatic standoff where two competing frameworks collide under relentless time pressure. With a fragile ceasefire set to expire on April 21 and a looming U.S. War Powers deadline just days later, negotiators are racing to reconcile fundamentally opposed positions on nuclear policy, regional proxies, and economic sanctions. Beneath the rigid public demands lies a quieter reality: creative legal, linguistic, and technical compromises may be the only path forward. From rebranded financial concessions to "zero net enrichment" strategies, this isn't about winning, it's about preventing collapse. The outcome will hinge on whether both sides can accept imperfect progress before the clock forces a far more dangerous alternative. Jack Russo Managing Partner Jrusso@computerlaw.com www.computerlaw.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/jackrusso "Every Entrepreneur Imagines a Better World"®️  

In four days, U.S. law could force a military withdrawal in the middle of an active conflict, as tensions with Iran continue to simmer. In Guns of May, Jack Russo shows how this crisis is echoing the same patterns that drove World War I and nearly triggered nuclear war in 1962, where rigid timelines and pressure overtake strategy. But this time, the risks are sharper. The U.S. is negotiating against a ticking legal clock, while Iran's leadership appears fractured, raising doubts that any deal can hold. Meanwhile, oil markets, shipping lanes, and cyber threats are already under strain. The real danger is not a sudden explosion, but a slow, irreversible slide into escalation.   Jack Russo Managing Partner Jrusso@computerlaw.com www.computerlaw.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/jackrusso "Every Entrepreneur Imagines a Better World"®️  

What happens when a company becomes so valuable it starts rewriting the rules of ownership itself? In this episode of The Valley Current®, Jack Russo unpacks OpenAI's staggering $852 billion valuation and the leaked cap table behind it, revealing a system where investors like Microsoft and SoftBank stand to mint fortunes, while CEO Sam Altman holds zero equity… for now. From a nonprofit-controlled governance model to a looming IPO driven by debt pressure, the stakes are massive. Add in a $134 billion lawsuit from Elon Musk and billions in projected losses, and the picture gets even more volatile. If this is the future of tech wealth creation, who actually walks away rich?   Jack Russo Managing Partner Jrusso@computerlaw.com www.computerlaw.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/jackrusso "Every Entrepreneur Imagines a Better World"®️  

What if the number your team is betting on is the very thing setting you up to fail? In this episode of The Valley Current®, Jack Russo breaks down Stanford professor Sam Savage's Chance-O-Meter, a tool designed to replace misleading point estimates with real probability. Instead of "this project will take six weeks," leaders see the truth: maybe just a 6% chance it actually does . Powered by Monte Carlo simulations, the platform turns forecasts into dynamic distributions, reshaping decisions across finance, operations, and legal risk. The result is a shift from false precision to informed judgment, and a new question every executive must confront: are you managing outcomes, or just guessing with confidence? Jack Russo Managing Partner Jrusso@computerlaw.com www.computerlaw.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/jackrusso "Every Entrepreneur Imagines a Better World"®️  

What happens when a courtroom turns into a referendum on reputation? In this episode of The Valley Current®, Jack Russo unpacks the explosive securities fraud trial of Elon Musk and the deeper constitutional questions it raises. From a jury's eyebrow-raising "$4.20" verdict entry to claims of widespread juror bias and courtroom gamesmanship, the case exposes potential cracks in the justice system when extreme notoriety is involved. The discussion also explores venue challenges, judicial conduct, and whether existing legal safeguards can withstand the pressures of the digital age. If impartiality is the foundation of justice, can it survive in a world where public opinion is already decided before the trial begins? Jack Russo Managing Partner Jrusso@computerlaw.com www.computerlaw.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/jackrusso "Every Entrepreneur Imagines a Better World"®️  

Can cloud infrastructure be owned and governed by the people, and not just Big Tech? Friederike von Franqué, policy advisor at Wikimedia Germany, reveals how feminist principles and decentralized infrastructure are transforming the internet from a corporate service into a public commons.In this episode, we explore Friederike's work with Wikimedia Germany. From the energy-intensive data centers of Frankfurt to Stockholm's municipally owned fibre infrastructure, we examine the struggle to build technology that prioritizes the common good over corporate profit. Friederike explains why hyperscalers are not always the solution, and why we need environmental accountability and community-driven design.This conversation pulls back the curtain on the hidden data systems powering our lives, offering a provocative roadmap for a more equitable and sustainable digital future.Reading List:Friederike von Franque website"Enough of the Billionaires and Their Big Tech. 'Frugal Tech' Will Build Us All a Better World": An article by Eleanor Drage.Wikimedia Foundation / Wikimedia Germany“Wikipedia Is Running On Its Own Metal: The Power and Limits of Self-Hosted Infrastructure”by Wikimedia Europe Data centres are reshaping the global investment landscape by UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD) Edited by: Meibel Dabodabo

Eva Meijer is a philosopher, novelist, poet, and visual artist whose work explores nonhuman animals, politics, language, and multispecies relationships. In this conversation, Sentientism episode 245, we cover:- What living with 25 ex-laboratory mice taught her about life, death, and what matters- Why our disconnection from animals is both alienating and destructive- How fiction and poetry might reveal truths that philosophy and science can't- Their vision for multispecies assemblies. Bringing nonhuman animals, plants, future generations and more into political deliberation- Whether plants matter morally and what that means for agriculture and veganism- Art made with and for nonhuman audiences. Including a fountain designed for birds and insects, not for humansEva's work challenges us to move beyond abolishing exploitation toward genuinely sharing the world, politically, ethically, and creatively, with the other beings we share it with.Follow Eva:- https://www.evameijer.nl/- https://sentientism.info/sentientist-pledge/eva-meijer00:00 Clips00:48 Welcome03:28 Eva's Intro05:12 What's Real?33:17 What Matters?47:10 Who Matters?01:12:11 A Better World?Full show notes are at: https://sentientism.info/In Sentientist Conversations we talk about the most important questions: “what's real?”, “who matters?” and "how can we make a better world?"Sentientism answers those questions with "evidence, reason, & compassion for all sentient beings." The video of our conversation is ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here on YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.More at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sentientism.info⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Join our⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠"I'm a Sentientist" wall⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ via⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ this simple form⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.Everyone, Sentientist or not, is welcome in our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠groups⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. The biggest so far is ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here on FaceBook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Come join us there!#EvaMeijer #Multispecies #CitizensAssemblies #MultispeciesPolitics #Sentiocracy #AnimalRights #vegan #PoliticalPhilosophy #SentientistPolitics #PlantSentience #RightsOfNature #toad #mouse

OpenAI isn't just preparing for an IPO. It's stepping into a courtroom that could shut it down before it starts. The $134 billion lawsuit is a decoy. Elon Musk isn't chasing money. He's targeting the one thing OpenAI cannot afford to lose: the corporate structure holding its IPO together. And with a judge known for turning small legal cracks into full structural collapses, even a narrow loss could trigger outsized consequences. For investors, this is binary. A clean win and the IPO moves forward. Anything messier introduces risk that markets punish instantly, governance overhang, disclosure red flags, or a forced rewrite of the company itself. This isn't just litigation. It's a live test of whether one ruling can derail the most important AI company in the world right as it tries to go public. Jack Russo Managing Partner Jrusso@computerlaw.com www.computerlaw.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/jackrusso "Every Entrepreneur Imagines a Better World"®️  

In a federal courtroom in Oakland, day two of a high-stakes Silicon Valley legal battle unfolds under intense pressure, where a strict countdown clock controls every move, an exacting judge watches for missteps, and two competing narratives take shape, one rooted in founding vision and the other in power and motive. As testimony begins, the case shifts from technical arguments to something more volatile: credibility, and a pivotal exchange forces a recalibration that exposes tension between past decisions and present strategy. With billions in influence and the future of AI in play, the fight is no longer just about legal claims, but which story holds up when the pressure is highest and whose credibility survives the courtroom. Jack Russo Managing Partner Jrusso@computerlaw.com www.computerlaw.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/jackrusso "Every Entrepreneur Imagines a Better World"®️  

What happens when a $11.3 billion military campaign launches in six days and no one in Congress votes for it? In this episode of The Valley Current®, Jack Russo and the CLG team unpack Operation Epic Fury, a fast-moving conflict with Iran that may be testing the limits of the Constitution itself. From the War Powers Resolution and the power of the purse to the near-impossibility of impeachment, they expose a system where accountability stalls and executive power expands. As global markets react and geopolitical risks escalate, the discussion turns practical: how should investors position for instability? The bigger question remains, if no branch can stop it, who actually controls the decision to go to war? Jack Russo Managing Partner Jrusso@computerlaw.com www.computerlaw.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/jackrusso "Every Entrepreneur Imagines a Better World"®️  

Many of us cannot imagine Heaven without bacon. Concerns about meat in Heaven may seem silly, but they're actually really relevant. Kaitlyn unpacks our understanding of our relationship to food, the Garden of Eden, and the Resurrection. And Mike wonders if, perhaps, Heaven will be full of hamburger trees.   0:00 - Theme Song   1:54 - Will There Be Meat in Heaven?   5:44 - Sin Vs. Limitations   12:33 - Sponsor - Blissy - Pure mulberry silk pillow cases—hypoallergenic, naturally cooling, and recommended by dermatologists! Go to https://www.blissy.com/KAITLYN and use code KAITLYN to get 30% off!   13:56 - Adam and Eve and Meat   16:20 - Meat as Celebration   23:10 - Expecting a Better World   28:50 - End Credits

What if the government gave every newborn a $1,000 head start… but buried it inside one of the most complex corners of the tax code? In this episode of The Valley Current®, we unpack the new "Trump Accounts" created under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. On the surface, it's simple: a federally seeded, tax-deferred investment account for kids with up to $5,000 in annual contributions. But beneath that promise lies a maze of fine print, from gift tax traps and strict investment rules to unexpected tax hits at withdrawal. We break down how these accounts actually work, where families can benefit, and where they could get burned. Before you treat it like free money, make sure you understand the rules that come with it. Jack Russo Managing Partner Jrusso@computerlaw.com www.computerlaw.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/jackrusso "Every Entrepreneur Imagines a Better World"®️  

In this enlightening episode of Business Growth Talks, host Mark Hayward converses with Peter Samuelson, offering a deep dive into the intertwined worlds of film production and philanthropic entrepreneurship. Samuelson's journey highlights the pivotal moment in 1982 when his perspective on life was permanently altered by orchestrating a life-affirming trip for a terminally ill child. This singular act inspired him to establish the Starlight Children's Foundation, a beacon of hope helping millions with its vast array of innovative programs. Peter's narrative eloquently underscores the significance of deriving happiness through altruism and service, rather than sheer monetary wealth.Through anecdotes interwoven with life lessons, the episode navigates the nuanced relationship between financial success and personal fulfillment. Samuelson's insights reflect that true joy often lies in transcending individual pursuits and impacting others positively. He elaborates on the law of unintended consequences that accompany charitable acts and highlights the role of professional mentors in shaping legacy, while his forthcoming book, "Finding Happy," serves as an essential guide for Gen-Z and beyond, emphasizing empathy, social justice, and strategic risk-taking. The episode encapsulates the richness of a life dedicated to creating accessible avenues for happiness and societal betterment, showcasing how Samuelson transformed his empathy into actionably sustainable charitable ventures.Key Takeaways:Peter Samuelson emphasizes that genuine happiness often stems from selfless giving and helping others rather than accumulating personal wealth.The origin of Starlight Children's Foundation came from fulfilling a dying child's wish, illustrating the profound impact small acts of kindness can have.The importance of mentorship and learning from predecessors was a recurring theme, as Peter credits numerous mentors throughout his career for his successes.Recognizing when to pursue or let go of projects is crucial; evaluating opportunities through strategic risk assessment guides long-term success.In his upcoming book, "Finding Happy," Peter shares life hacks and insights, specifically offering guidance to the younger generation on how to lead fulfilling lives by building community and empathy.SPONSORSFor more information on CEOFriend with a free month's subscription, go tohttps://bit.ly/4eKb15oSupport the showIf you want to watch the full video of this episode go to:https://www.youtube.com/@markhayward-BizGrowthTalksDo you want to be a guest on multiple podcasts as a service go to:www.podcastintroduction.comFind more details about the podcast and my coaching business on:www.businessgrowthtalks.comFind me onLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-hayw...Tik Tok - https://www.tiktok.com/@mjh169183YouTube Shorts - https://www.youtube.com/@markhayward-BizGrowthTalks/shorts

A ceasefire is in place, but the system underneath it is breaking. This episode unpacks Jack Russo's deep-dive into a live geopolitical stress test, where high-volatility deal tactics are colliding with the hard limits of nuclear diplomacy. Extreme anchoring, public ultimatums, and strategic unpredictability may create leverage, but here they are degrading trust and exposing a deeper problem: without verification, there is no deal to enforce.  The real signal sits beneath the headlines. Energy flows through the Strait of Hormuz remain fragile, global markets are pricing in instability, and legal constraints are tightening the window for action. The analysis points to a shift from personality-driven negotiation to systems-level architecture, where backchannel diplomacy, multilateral guarantees, and machine-like verification frameworks determine outcomes. In this environment, Pakistan's quiet mediation may be less a side note and more the critical infrastructure holding the entire framework together. Jack Russo Managing Partner Jrusso@computerlaw.com www.computerlaw.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/jackrusso "Every Entrepreneur Imagines a Better World"®️  

Is a two-week ceasefire enough time to rewrite the rules of war, diplomacy, and political survival? In this episode of The Valley Current®, Jack Russo unpacks a high-pressure geopolitical moment where Vice President JD Vance steps into the global spotlight, leading negotiations that could define both his credibility and his future. With oil markets surging, nuclear tensions unresolved, and an unforgiving War Powers deadline looming, the margin for error is razor thin. Behind the scenes, creative compromises, semantic maneuvering, and quiet concessions are shaping what may become a fragile path to peace. If Vance delivers, it won't just mark a diplomatic breakthrough, it could shift internal power dynamics in Washington in ways that are hard to ignore.   Jack Russo Managing Partner Jrusso@computerlaw.com www.computerlaw.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/jackrusso "Every Entrepreneur Imagines a Better World"®️  

Send us Fan MailDee and Carol talked about self-sowing plants, how to shop at your local farmer's market and other gardening topics!For more info and links, check out our Substack newsletter.To watch on YouTube, click hereWhy didn't my daffodils bloom? Info from the American Daffodil Society Insect of the WeekHyles lineata, White-lined Sphinx moth. Info from Wisconsin ExtensionOn the Bookshelf:Plantiful: Start Small, Grow Big With 150 Plants That Spread, Self-Sow, And Overwinter by Kristin Green (Amazon Link)Dirt:Folks, This Ain't Normal: A Farmer's Advice for Happier Hens, Healthier People, and a Better World, by Joel SalatinRabbit Holes:The Lost Lady of Garden Writing, Mrs. H. B. TillotsonAlso, books by David George Haskell, including How Flowers Made Our World, The Forest Unseen: A Year's Watch in Nature, The Songs of Trees: Stories of Nature's Great Connectors, and Thirteen Ways to Smell a Tree (Blackwells) from the library. A Garden to Visit:University of Washington Botanical Garden, home of the Eleanor C. Miller Horticultural Library, As always, we appreciate all of you for listening to our podcast and for reading this newsletter!(If you'd like to support us, check out our affiliate links here. Book links are also affiliate links.)Support the showOn Instagram:  Carol: Indygardener, Dee: RedDirtRamblings, Our podcast: TheGardenangelists.On Facebook: The Gardenangelists' Garden Club.On YouTube.

Is the U.S. losing the trust it spent decades building? In this episode of The Valley Current®, Jack Russo sits down with Tom Casey to examine a war that appears driven more by impulse than strategy, and the ripple effects now reshaping global alliances. They unpack how disregarding military advice, weakening civilian leadership credibility, and alienating long-standing partners have created a dangerous vacuum filled by uncertainty and opportunism. From economic fallout tied to the Strait of Hormuz to Europe potentially brokering peace without U.S. involvement, the conversation highlights a pivotal moment in global leadership. What emerges is a sobering reality: credibility can unravel faster than expected, and much of the world is already beginning to look beyond the U.S. for leadership.   Jack Russo Managing Partner Jrusso@computerlaw.com www.computerlaw.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/jackrusso "Every Entrepreneur Imagines a Better World"®️    

A silent traffic jam is unfolding at sea, and it's sending shockwaves through the global economy. Following failed diplomacy, the U.S. naval blockade of Iran has triggered a high-stakes standoff where hundreds of commercial vessels sit stranded, caught between military enforcement and financial ruin.  The Strait of Hormuz has become a geopolitical choke point, with oil prices surging toward $100 per barrel and insurers effectively freezing global shipping. Meanwhile, China's refusal to comply offers Iran a critical lifeline, complicating U.S. leverage and extending the conflict's timeline. As military options collide with economic realities and legal constraints, three paths emerge: compromise, prolonged paralysis, or rapid escalation. The real risk is not just disruption, but miscalculation turning pressure into unintended global consequences.   Jack Russo Managing Partner Jrusso@computerlaw.com www.computerlaw.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/jackrusso "Every Entrepreneur Imagines a Better World"®️  

Today on the Invest In Her Podcast, host Catherine Gray talks with Janine Firpo, an accomplished speaker, author, and social entrepreneur who has spent her career working at the intersection of women and their money. From her early days at Apple Computer to leadership roles at Hewlett-Packard, the World Bank, and the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, Janine has consistently driven meaningful impact. In 2017, she pivoted from a 35+ year career in technology and international development to focus on empowering women through investing. She is the author of Activate Your Money: Invest to Grow Your Wealth and Build a Better World and co-founder of Invest for Better, a nonprofit dedicated to mobilizing women to use their financial power for positive change.  In this episode, Janine and Catherine dive into the critical role women play in reshaping the financial landscape through intentional investing. They discuss how many women are already investing—often unknowingly—but may not realize the power they have to align their money with their values. Janine shares actionable insights on how to "activate" your money, shift from traditional investing mindsets, and build wealth while supporting companies and initiatives that create a better world. The conversation also highlights the importance of education, community, and confidence in helping more women step into investing as a tool for both personal growth and global impact. Websites Mentioned https://www.showherthemoneymovie.com www.sheangelinvestors.com    Follow Us On Social Facebook @sheangelinvestors Twitter (X) @sheangelsinvest Instagram @sheangelinvestors & @catherinegray_investinher LinkedIn @catherinelgray & @sheangels   #InvestInHer #FinancialWellness #WomenInFinance #FinancialEmpowerment #MoneyMindset #InclusiveFinance #FintechForGood #BehavioralEconomics #WealthBuilding #FinancialHealth #EmpowerWomen #MoneyMatters #SheAngelInvestors #InvestInYourself #FinancialFreedom  

What happens when a single social media post becomes evidence in a future war crimes case? In this episode of The Valley Current®, Jack Russo unpacks a chilling 2026 legal analysis exploring whether presidential rhetoric during active conflict can cross the line into incitement, and what that means under international law. From genocide conventions to the limits of the 25th Amendment, the discussion reveals a stark reality: even when intent is documented in real time, enforcement mechanisms are largely powerless against a sitting commander-in-chief.  As legal, political, and military safeguards collide, the episode turns to history for perspective, examining what leadership under pressure has looked like before and what lessons, if any, still apply today. Jack Russo Managing Partner Jrusso@computerlaw.com www.computerlaw.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/jackrusso "Every Entrepreneur Imagines a Better World"®️  

What if the next big revolution in making the world better isn't in technology, but in bringing passionate people together to spark transformation? Host Lou Diamond dives deep with Andrea Bartzen, the visionary founder of Global Passion Projects, uncovering how curated, multidimensional events are uniting world-changers from every corner—think tanks, innovators, philanthropists, and investors—to tackle humanity's greatest challenges.Discover the origins of Andrea's mission rooted in a family legacy of healing and transformation, learn how her events blend health, technology, and spiritual abundance, and get a taste of the movement that's prioritizing health over wealth, collective empowerment over competition, and unity over division. Andrea also reveals the unique approach behind her global gatherings, and why understanding heritage, optimizing humanity, and uniting both feminine and masculine energies are key themes driving real, sustainable change.Don't miss this look at how Global Passion Projects is building a better world—one passionate connector at a time.Timestamped Overview:00:00 Introduction and podcast purpose00:50 Lou welcomes Andrea Bartzen and introduces the Global Passion Projects01:52 Andrea shares her background and family legacy of healing03:41 The unique approach and business model behind Global Passion Projects05:19 How events are curated and the importance of meaningful experiences07:01 Emphasizing heredity, honoring the past, and future themes08:55 Empowerment, unification, and balancing masculine/feminine energy10:19 Global reach and Andrea's international perspective11:36 Where to learn more about Global Passion Projects13:41 Andrea's current passion: optimizing humanity in a changing world14:44 Episode wrap-up and final thoughts from Lou and Andrea

Are wealth taxes already here, under a different name? In this episode of The Valley Current®, Jack Russo and CPA Steve Rabin break down why today's estate tax may already operate as a built-in wealth tax for founders, investors, and high-growth portfolios. From QSBS and foreign income rules to startup equity that suddenly crosses exemption thresholds, they explore how a single breakout investment can trigger massive future tax exposure, especially when liquidity becomes a liability. The conversation also covers strategic levers such as entity structure, relocation, and philanthropy, and what they mean for preserving generational wealth. If new wealth taxes emerge, will they truly be new or simply a relabeling of what is already here?   https://www.taxservice2u.com/ Jack Russo Managing Partner Jrusso@computerlaw.com www.computerlaw.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/jackrusso "Every Entrepreneur Imagines a Better World"®️  

Stacey Tank is a 20+ year Fortune 500 veteran and currently Chief Executive Officer for Bespoke Beauty Brands (BBB), owner of high-growth cosmetics brands Jason Wu Beauty and KimChiChic Beauty, which can be found in places like Target, CVS, Walmart, JCPenney, Amazon, the TikTok Shop and beyond. BBB was founded in 2019 by serial entrepreneur Toni Ko who sold her first cosmetics company, NYX, to L'Oreal. Prior to BBB, Tank was based in Amsterdam in the role of Chief Transformation Officer for HEINEKEN (AMS: HEIA) with €29 billion in annual revenues and over 100,000 employees. As a direct report to the CEO and member of the executive committee, Tank co-created and later shepherded the company's growth strategy, "EverGreen," to ensure the organization adapted amidst a rapidly changing environment including a focus on top quartile growth and multi-billion euro cost out. In addition, Tank was responsible for the company's sustainability strategy, Brew a Better World 2030, including the design of its net zero carbon ambition. Tank formerly led the multi-billion dollar Home Depot Installation Services and Home Depot Measurement Services businesses for The Home Depot (NYSE: HD), the world's largest home improvement retailer with $132 billion in sales and 500,000 employees. During her tenure, Tank led the exit of four unprofitable lines of business and returned the remaining businesses to double-digit growth while strengthening the organization's culture, talent bench and innovation pipeline. Dedicated to the intersection of business and positive impact on society, Tank has repeatedly authored large-scale movements across enterprises like General Electric, HEINEKEN and The Home Depot including launching a quarter-of-a-billion-dollar commitment to veteran housing and a $50 million shop class program that is infusing 20,000 skilled tradespeople into the US economy. Before joining The Home Depot, Tank was a Senior Vice President for HEINEKEN USA @StaceyTank Stacey.M.Tank@gmail.com (AMS: HEIA), the leading importer of upscale beers in the US. Tank reported to thenCEO Dolf van den Brink and as part of the company's management team, navigated a difficult and successful turnaround period. Previously, from 2002 to 2011, Tank worked at General Electric (NYSE: GE), where she held a variety of global finance, audit, communications and marketing roles across GE Healthcare, NBC Universal, GE Capital, GE Energy, GE Aviation and GE Corporate (including GE's Communications Leadership Development Program and Corporate Audit Staff) in countries including Mexico, Brazil, Germany, the UK, France, Canada and the US. Tank is the founder of Our Happy Place (OurHappy.org), a 501(c)3 non-profit serving children, educators and families navigating childhood mental wellness. She also sits on the board, audit and compliance committees for Blackstone-owned Interior Logic Group, the leading US installer of interior finishes for new home construction. Tank previously sat on the boards of the Heineken Africa Foundation, American Chamber of Commerce in the Netherlands, Woodruff Arts Center (nominating and governance chair), Serenbe Playhouse, Ad Council, Home Depot Foundation (former president), Homer Fund, Bright Pink (executive board), Academy for Systems Change (finance committee), Arthur W. Page Society (digital committee), Westchester Business Council, Beer Institute, Institute for Public Relations and Subrosa (sold in late 2017). She is the former vice chairwoman of the National Association of Beverage Importers and the former chairwoman of the Heineken Good Government Fund. Tank is a 2020 World Economic Forum Young Global Leader (YGL), a 2019 Henry Crown Fellow at the Aspen Institute and a 2014 Academy for Systems Change Fellow. She graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Science from Syracuse University's Newhouse School and Whitman School of Management where she was recognized as a University Scholar, the university's highest academic honor. Tank has been married for nearly 20 years and has three sons, two human and one canine.