Podcast appearances and mentions of Gary Baker

In this episode, we explore how a passion for helping others was shaped by an unconventional childhood. Gary Baker, President and CEO of Undivided Wealth Management, shares candid stories about growing up with young parents in a chaotic environment, and how the unwavering love he received became the foundation for his resilience and people-centric leadership style. Together, Lisa and Gary reflect on the power of embracing adversity, the importance of community, and the life-changing impact of servant leadership. Tune in for inspiring insights on turning life's challenges into your greatest strengths and discovering the “something extra” within us all.Guest Links:Gary's LinkedInUndivided Wealth ManagementCredits: Host: Lisa NicholsExecutive Producer: Jenny HealMarketing Support: Landon Burke and Joe SzynkowskiPodcast Engineer: Portside Media

Dr. Gary Baker from Mizzou's College of Arts and Science talks about his research on a solution to remove nanoplastics from our water in this episode of Brad's Bites.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this special episode of The Produce Industry Podcast, we take you to the Southeast Produce Council's Southern Innovations Show in Nashville, TN! Join us as we dive into expert interviews with industry leaders, including Tim Graas, Amanda Keefer, Kim Chackal, Mike Roberts, Gary Baker, Harold Paivarinta, and Jose Roggiero. These experts share insights on the latest innovations in the produce industry, from sustainability and technology advancements to fresh product trends. Whether you're in the field or just a curious listener, this episode offers a unique behind-the-scenes look at what's new and next in produce!FANCY SPONSORS: Flavor Wave, LLC.: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://flavorwavefresh.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, Noble Citrus: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://noblecitrus.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, Buck Naked Onions/Owyhee Produce, Inc.: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.owyheeproduce.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, John Greene Logistics Company: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.jglc.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and Summer Citrus From South Africa; ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.summercitrus.com ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CHOICE SPONSORS: Equifruit: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://equifruit.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Arctic® Apples: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://arcticapples.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Sev-Rend Corporation: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.sev-rend.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, Jac Vandenberg Inc.: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.jacvandenberg.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ , WholesaleWare: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.grubmarket.com/hello/software/index.html⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Continental Fresh, LLC:

Boken heter "Mångfald, inkludering och rättvisa - vägen till en hållbar strategi" som är skriven av Gary Baker, Fadi Barakat och Norah Miller. Gäst i programmet är Gary Baker.Varför ska företag och organisationer ägna sig åt mångfaldsarbete? Det är en fråga som inte har ett självklart svar. I organisationer kan uppfattningen ibland vara att man arbetar med mångfald som en "god gärning" eller "för att det verkar bra". Men ett strategiskt mångfaldsarbete handlar om mycket mer än så. En viktig grundpoäng är nämligen att mångfaldsarbetet behöver kopplas ihop med affären och målen för verksamheten. Syftet med boken är att hjälpa dig att se mångfald i ett helt nytt ljus. Författarna delar med sig av perspektiv, erfarenheter och tips för att skapa en hållbar strategi. Boken hjälper dig att utveckla nyckelstrategier som bygger på vad som är viktiga framgångsfaktorer för ökad mångfald, inkludering och rättvisa på arbetsplatsen. Ett arbete som leder till positiva ekonomiska konsekvenser och minskar varumärkesrisker.Några av frågorna som diskuteras i programmet är: Vad betyder mångfald och mångfaldsarbete? Varför ska företag och organisationer bry sig om mångfaldsarbete? Vad är nyttorna med mångfaldsarbete? Vart börjar man? Support till showen http://supporter.acast.com/larafranlarda. Du kan stötta arbetet med podden genom att antingen skänka en engångssumma via swish (till nr 0737719037) eller genom att bli månadsgivare (tillika plusmedlem) för 19kr/mån (15kr+moms). Som plusmedlem får du även lyssna reklamfritt. Länk till plusmedlemskap hittar du här: https://plus.acast.com/s/larafranlarda. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Gary is a visionary financial strategist. He knows that true wealth isn't found in investments and bank accounts. It's in living a life aligned with our deepest values and God-given gifts. Join us as we sit down with Gary Baker, Managing Partner & President at Undivided Wealth Management. Gary credits his faith, BBT, and the story of Nehemiah for inspiring his innovative perspective. Gary's passion is guiding his clients through self-reflective exercises that combine their financial plans with their God-given purpose. In this episode, Gary urges us to consider these life-planning questions: Are my financial decisions aligned with my values and aspirations? What steps can I take to create a legacy that reflects my true essence?Support the Show.Transforming the workplace one Bible study at a time - DONATE today! CONNECT WITH US:B-B-T.org | News | LinkedIn | Instagram Biblical Business Training (“BBT”) equips busy, working people to grow in the grace and knowledge of Jesus Christ and empowers them in small-group Bible study settings to apply Biblical principles to their every day lives - especially in the workplace. BBT is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization which exists to help people develop their Christian “Faith for Work – Leadership for Life!”

The Posse is (almost) all here! We missed Doug but have special guest Eric Kervina to sit in with us, and also to talk about giving feedback to not just modelers, but to judges as well after recently judging at AMPS Nationals. We also have our friend Gary Baker return to talk about the Recent MFCA show and his Southern California figure painting group.  We discuss what consistently trips each of us on projects, and ways we can try to work around these familiar roadblocks.We also have some great listener feedback, talk about recent models that stand out on our Posse group on Facebook, and of course upcoming shows and events! Please join us for Episode 93 of the Triple P! If you would like to become a Posse Outrider, and make a recurring monthly donation of $ 1 and up, visit us at www.patreon.com/plasticpossepodcast .Plastic Posse Podcast on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PlasticPossePlastic Posse Group on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/302255047706269Plastic Posse Podcast MERCH! : https://plastic-posse-podcast.creator-spring.com/Plastic Posse Podcast on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCP7O9C8b-rQx8JvxFKfG-KwOrion Paintworks (TJ): https://www.facebook.com/orionpaintworksJB-Closet Modeler (JB): https://www.facebook.com/closetmodelerThree Tens' Modelworks (Ivan): https://www.facebook.com/ThreeTensModelWorksSPONSORS:Tankraft: https://tankraft.com/AK Interactive: https://ak-interactive.com/Tamiya USA: https://www.tamiyausa.com/Support the showSupport the Show.

In this new installment of the Doing Sustainability podcast, Alison joins Gary Baker and Roxanne “Rocket” White to discuss the importance of considering the interaction between values, culture, and ethics in creating positive or negative feedback loops, as well as why she believes that companies should focus on solving problems within their own operations before making big promises about solving societal issues. Alison is clear on the need for a better conversation that focuses on the core issues and challenges of sustainability. She believes that companies should center their ethical efforts on treating human beings with dignity and respect, which she acknowledges may seem obvious but is often overlooked. Alison works at the intersection of corporate integrity, risk, and responsibility. She is a clinical professor at NYU Stern School of Business, where she teaches professional responsibility, sustainability, and leadership classes to undergraduate, MBA, and Executive MBA students. Alison is also Executive Director of Ethical Systems (which is part of NYU Stern School of Business) and is currently writing a book for HBR Press on how the landscape for business ethics is transforming. As well as working at NYU Stern School of Business, Alison holds Senior Advisor roles at BSR, Zai Lab, KKR, and Pictet Group, and is a member of the WEF Global Future Council on Good Governance 2023-24. She has contributed to Harvard Business Review, WSJ, Quartz, Reuters, Barron's, MIT Sloan, and Forbes, and is a renowned keynote speaker.

Randy Burns believes in the importance of human decision-making when initiating sustainable actions. As Chief Sustainability and Corporate Affairs Officer at O-I Glass, he is well-placed to understand leadership's role in driving change, as well as the value of collaboration. In this installment of the Doing Sustainability podcast, Randy joins Gary Baker and Roxanne “Rocket” White to discuss the concept of sustainability as a value creator, how sustainability can relate to behavioral psychology, and the tendency to focus on "shiny objects" as solutions. Randy Burns is the Chief Sustainability and Corporate Affairs Officer at O-I Glass, an innovative sustainable glass company. O-I Glass is made in over twenty years, and partners with the world's leading food and beverage companies. Before working at O-I Glass (where he has been since 2017), Randy was a shareholder partner and associate with several law firms, including Edwards, Burns & Krider, and Baker Botts. He got his law degree from the University of Virginia Law School and also attended Stanford and the Executive Education

In this episode, The Annuity Man and Gary Baker discuss:  The Secure Act's role in making annuities more accessible within 401(k) plans Lifetime guaranteed income options within 401(k) target date funds The widespread inclusion of lifetime income options How annuities can alleviate pressure on Social Security   Key Takeaways:  The retirement landscape is evolving, and with the introduction of the Secure Act, annuities are becoming more accessible to a broader market through 401k plans. Employers can now offer annuities as an investment option, providing employees with the opportunity to secure guaranteed lifetime income. There are a lot of various options for integrating annuities into target date funds, including Variable, Indexed, and Fixed Annuities with income benefits. However, the adoption rate of these options remains low due to implementation challenges for small employers and the need for more education and support. Fee-based advisors are also starting to incorporate annuities into their portfolios, recognizing the demographic tidal wave of retirees seeking guarantees. Advancements in technology have made annuities more manageable within their existing practices, allowing them to better serve their clients' needs. As the demand for lifetime income options continues to grow, options too will become more commonplace in defined contribution plans within the next decade. This shift will positively impact the country and alleviate pressure on Social Security.    "Financial advisors should know all the tools available, and then, depending upon the client's specific situation, feel comfortable and put in the right spot that's in their best interest and the right thing to do." —  Gary Baker     Connect with Gary Baker: Website: https://www.cannex.com    Connect with The Annuity Man:  Website: http://theannuityman.com/  Email: Stan@TheAnnuityMan.com  Book: Owner's Manuals: https://www.stantheannuityman.com/how-do-annuities-work YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCXKKxvVslbeGAlEc5sra2g  Get a Quote Today: https://www.stantheannuityman.com/annuity-calculator!   

In this episode of the Doing Sustainability podcast, Gary Baker and Roxanne “Rocket” White are joined by Susan McPherson, the Founder and CEO of McPherson Strategies. Join them as they explore how to build meaningful relationships, the intersection of communication and social impact, and supporting women-led startups. Susan also discusses her experiences in the marketing, public relations, and sustainability communication sectors. Susan is the Founder and CEO of McPherson Strategies, a communications consultancy firm focused on the intersection of brands and social impact. McPherson Strategies is women-owned and led, and provides storytelling, partnership creation, and visibility to corporations, NGOs, and social enterprises including The New Profit, Dell, Zoetis, Ford Motor Co., Nike, and The Women's Philanthropy Institute. Susan is the author of The Lost Art of Connecting: The Gather, Ask, Do Method for Building Meaningful Relationships and speaks regularly at industry events including Massachusetts Conference for Women, BSR, DLD, Worth Women and Techonomy. She also received Forbes magazine's 50 over 50—Impact 2021 award and Worth Media's Worthy100 award.

In this episode of the Doing Sustainability podcast, Gary Baker and Roxanne “Rocket” White are joined by Geoff Trotter, the CEO of ESG Excel. Together they explore the concept of regenerative growth, the shift from a mono-capitalistic to a multi-capitalistic economic system, and the role of leadership in tackling climate disruption. Geoff also discusses the challenges of achieving long-term change and the importance of ESG disclosures in generating business and brand value. Geoff is the CEO of ESG Excel, a RegTech SaaS platform designed for companies in any industry to support their ESG measurement, monitoring, and reporting. ESG Excel also ensures compliance with relevant regulations. Furthermore, Geoff is the Co-Founder of Regenerative Business Live, a series of events hosted at the United Nations with a focus on driving UN Sustainable Development Goals. Also, in 2009, Geoff founded KMPact, an independent Management Support Organization that helps create impact and shared value through multi-platform stakeholder engagement and cross-functional organizational capacity building.

Hear about travel by Train from Brisbane to Adelaide as the Amateur Traveler talks to Pamela and Gary Baker about the Great Southern and the other train trips from Journey Beyond. https://amateurtraveler.com/train-from-brisbane-to-adelaide/ The Great Southern is one of three iconic train rides in Australia offered by Journey Beyond. It travels from Brisbane to Adelaide or vice versa, offering a scenic journey along the southeast coast. The train ride provides a luxurious experience with well-attended staff, excellent food, and curated off-train excursions. Each cabin comes with an ensuite bathroom and fold-down beds, ensuring comfort throughout the journey. The train stops at various destinations along the route, allowing passengers to explore different parts of the country. Excursions include visits to places like Coffs Harbor, Hunter Valley, Melbourne, and more. Passengers have the option to choose from a variety of activities such as wine tasting, dolphin watching, exploring historical sites, and enjoying local cuisine. The Great Southern offers a unique opportunity to see the beauty of Australia's east coast in a relaxed and luxurious setting. With stunning scenery, engaging off-train excursions, and excellent service, it's a memorable way to experience the country's diverse landscapes and culture. ...

In this episode of the Doing Sustainability podcast, Gary Baker and Roxanne “Rocket” White are joined by the Founder and Chief Catalyst of illumine.earth. Together, they explore the importance of purpose, action, and connection in creating a positive impact on people and the planet. Karimah also explores the idea of regenerative leadership and the need to integrate sustainability into business practices. Karimah has over twenty years of experience in the Fairtrade and corporate sustainability sectors. In 2023 she founded illumine.earth which advises organizations on scaling their environmental, social, and governance impact, and encourages leaders to scale up their positive impact on people and the planet. Before illumine.earth, Karimah was the Senior Director of Partnerships and Engagement at Nike, the Global Sustainability Lead and Associate Director of Mondelēz International, and Head of Asia at Fairtrade International.

“During the pandemic, a lot of companies underwent digital transformations…At the same time that that was happening, sustainability was really catching wind, particularly in places like Europe.… (I)f you are a non-manufacturing company, your largest source of operational emissions is probably your IT. So…CIOs now have these mandates trickling down from their CEO or whomever that they need to reduce their energy consumption and their emissions. And they're saying, how do I do that while also meeting these business imperatives?”  Monica Batchelder on Electric Ladies Podcast Information technologies have a huge carbon footprint, about 1.5% of total global greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, which equals about all of what the UK emits. It's about all the electricity those units use, including in their manufacturing process. But, they also reduce the impact of other systems and are critical to our lifestyles, economy and business goals. How we reduce the impact of IT? Listen to Monica Batchelder, Chief Sustainability Officer of HPE (Hewlett Packard Enterprises) in this fascinating conversation with Electric Ladies podcast host Joan Michelson to find out.   You'll hear: How the pandemic accelerated IT carbon management programs. What “radical collaboration” is and how HPE is using it to help startups access technologies The challenges CIOs are facing today to both reduce IT's carbon footprint while it's also the backbone of the system for reducing the impact of the rest of the organization. Addressing the conflict minerals challenge, global standards and frameworks, and much more Plus, insightful career advice …. “Leadership isn't a title. It's not about having decision making power. It's not about being around the table in the boardroom. If you have the right idea, it is a pragmatic idea, you have built trust in that your peers know that if you bring them an idea, it is going to be thought through and it is going to be sound, and it might be transformative, (then) you will get the buy-in, you need to make change happen… It's about building trust with stakeholders from the start to get your ideas across. And that's how you can create the change you want.” Monica Batchelder on Electric Ladies podcast You'll also want to listen to: Michele Mueller, Michele Mueller, Manager of Connected, Automated and Electrification at the Michigan Department of Transportation Vanessa Chan, Ph.D, Chief Commercialization Officer of the Department of Energy on transforming our energy systems (and the Inflation Reduction Act funding) Joan Michelson on “Doing Sustainability” with Gary Baker, on the balancing act between carbon impact and business and social goals Katie McGInty, Chief Sustainability Officer of Johnson Controls, on how to reduce the carbon impact of buildings Heather Boushey, Member of the National Council of Economic Advisors in the White House and Chief Economist of the Invest in America Cabinet Subscribe to our newsletter to receive our podcasts, blog, events and special coaching offers.. Thanks for subscribing on Apple Podcasts or iHeartRadio and leaving us a review! Follow us on Twitter @joanmichelson

In this episode of the Doing Sustainability podcast, Gary Baker and Roxanne “Rocket” White are joined by Joe Rozza, Chief Sustainability Officer at Ryan Companies. Join them as they discuss net-zero carbon commitments, the future of sustainability, and its impact on market value and brand reputation. Joe also delves into the significance of sustainability reporting and why organizations without a net-zero commitment may face vulnerabilities in the market. Joe is the Chief Sustainability Officer at Ryan Companies, a national real estate development, design, construction, and management firm. His primary responsibilities include strategy development/management, public affairs, communications, reporting, innovation, governance, capability development, government relations, and business development. Joe has thirty years of experience in delivering “transformational sustainability performance” which includes reducing risk, increasing productivity, and giving organizations the edge. He was published in the Journal of Management and Sustainability in 2013, has given a TED Talk on ‘Industry's Role in Solving Water', and is a registered professional engineer.

“Corporate America has a very important role to play in this transition. They have the resources, they have the talent, and they are being nudged by their customers, their employees, even their suppliers, their investors, and obviously regulators to do this work. They know it's the right thing to do…Just as a quick thing to think about is it used to be that the people who were in sustainability were kind of on the sidelines…Now their talent is being tapped into the C-suite because it's like, wait a minute, we don't have a choice. We have to do this. And now we have the regulators and we have the SEC. And so that talent is actually has a more center stage.” Joan Michelson on “Doing Sustainability” podcast How do we “do” sustainability? What role does the Corporate sector play in this fight against global warming? Where do the resources and strategies to do it come from? Listen to Electric Ladies Podcast host Joan Michelson as a guest on “Doing Sustainability” with host Gary Baker, a branding expert also focused on the sustainability space. It was fun for Joan to be interviewed for a change, so have a listen and let us know what you think. You'll hear: Integrating sustainability into business strategy How to embrace the demand for transparency and accountability to build trust with the markets The magic of partnerships, internal ones and external ones Figuring out how your business can leverage the ESG economy to achieve its own goals. Plus, insightful career advice …. “When I'm doing coaching with people for their own careers, it's about what parts of you do you want to give a voice to? And a company is the same thing. In branding it's a personality, right? And so it's what do you want to put forward first? …And what parts of that portfolio of what you do are most relevant today? What's the intersection between what you do well, where the marketplace is and the message you really want to get across? And it's in that Venn diagram is where the magic is.” Joan Michelson on “Doing Sustainability” You'll also want to listen to: Katie McGinty, Chief Sustainability Officer of Johnson Controls on the vital role of buildings in combatting climate change. Evelyne Saelens, ESG Advisory Lead at UL Solutions on “mobilize, measure and manage” ESG initiatives and outcomes. Mary Morrissey, famed author and coach, on the power of “Brave Thinking” and what it really is. Heather Grady, Vice President of Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors, on leveraging philanthropy to drive results. Heather Boushey, Member of the National Council of Economic Advisors in the White House and Chief Economist of the Invest in America Cabinet Subscribe to our newsletter to receive our podcasts, blog, events and special coaching offers.. Thanks for subscribing on Apple Podcasts or iHeartRadio and leaving us a review! Follow us on Twitter @joanmichelson

In this episode of the Doing Sustainability podcast, Gary Baker and Roxanne “Rocket” White are joined by Kristen Fulmer, the Head of Sustainability for Oak View Group. They explore how sports and entertainment venues can illuminate important issues through sustainability, and discuss the need for personalized and relatable solutions for each community (debunking the misconception that it is always an added cost). Kristen also delves into the differing roles of leadership and grassroots efforts in driving change. Kristen is the Head of Sustainability for Oak View Group, the largest developers of sports and live entertainment venues in the world. Through her architecture, construction, and development expertise, Kristen mainstreams sustainability in sports and live entertainment and is dedicated to inspiring positive change. Kristen was the Founder and CEO of Recipric, an agency that integrates sustainability and wellbeing solutions into existing properties. In this role, she worked with teams such as the Chicago Red Stars and the Portland Sea Dogs on green initiatives. Kristen has been working in sustainability for over seven years.

In this episode of the Doing Sustainability podcast, Gary Baker and Roxanne “Rocket” White are joined by Farrell Calabrese, the Purpose and Sustainability Director at Crowe. They delve into the importance of aligning personal values with the ethos of the organization, and the impact this has on society and the environment. They also highlight how sustainability relates to the longevity and viability of a business. Farrell has a career spanning over two decades in communications, design, innovation, and corporate sustainability. At Crowe, she is involved with strategic planning, stakeholder engagement, and environmental impact strategies to drive meaningful change; she also chairs the Crowe Foundation. She attended Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, worked in a managerial capacity for Eastman Chemical Company, and served on the Board of Directors for Aether.

In this episode of the Doing Sustainability podcast, Gary Baker and Roxanne “Rocket” White are joined by Joan Michelson, sustainability consultant and public speaker. Together they delve into the future of sustainability and the importance of ESG initiatives for long-term success. Joan also discusses her Electric Ladies podcast and the power of storytelling in motivating action. Joan has twenty years of experience in sustainability, having worked with Fortune 250 companies such as American Express and Chrysler. A member of the faculty at the esteemed Competent Boards, she leads ESG training programs for company boards and senior executives. She is also a dynamic public speaker and workshop leader on social impact, women-diversity, and energy. Joan further produces and hosts, Electric Ladies podcast, which focuses on energy and sustainability, and features interviews with groundbreaking women innovators and leaders.

In this episode of the Doing Sustainability podcast: Gary Baker and Roxanne “Rocket” White are joined by Bonnie Nixon, ESG & Sustainability Director at Long Beach Container Terminal and long-time Environmental “Factivist”. Together they discuss the very important subjects of Supply Chain Sustainability and Bonnie dives into the phrase “from the first mile to the last mile”. Bonnie Nixon's passion for renewables started in the late 70s/early 80s when she joined protests at Three Mile Island around the potential radiation leaks from a nuclear Power Plant. From there, her focus turned to the environment and researching sustainable improvements for our supply chains. Bonnie has worked on research and sustainability advisory services for her own business BonnEco for the past thirteen years. Today: Bonnie is responsible for keeping the Port of Long Beach as eco-friendly as possible. Listen to how her dedication and expertise are helping LBCT reach their Net Zero commitments, and get a glimpse into the discussion of Supply Chain Sustainability that everyone needs to hear. From discussing The Law of Unintended Consequences, the conversation also turns to Bonnie's current PhD thesis looking at Modern Slavery in Complex Supply Chains, and how her first-hand experiences on the ground have inspired her to fight equally for human rights and environmental causes.

In this episode of the Doing Sustainability podcast, Laura Asiala, Chief Sustainability Officer at WholeWorks, joins Gary Baker and Roxanne "Rocket" White to dive into the importance of integrating sustainability into every aspect of a company. They discuss how Whole Works helps clients cultivate business acumen, strategic agility, sustainability thinking, and leadership skills for long-term success. They further highlight the need for action, transparency, and accountability in creating a sustainable future, rather than just focusing on reporting and assessments. Laura is a trailblazer in sustainability, leveraging nearly three decades of experience at Dow Corning Corporation to drive transformative change. Her journey through various leadership roles culminated in directing corporate communications and championing corporate citizenship, shaping sustainable initiatives that intertwined business strategy with environmental responsibility. Transitioning to PYXERA Global and later the Council of the Great Lakes Region, Laura's impact expanded globally. Her roles as a Senior Vice President at PYXERA and as Senior Director for Business Engagement, alongside editing the Great Lakes Economic Forum, amplified regional dialogues on social, economic, and environmental fronts. Beyond her professional prowess, Laura's commitment extends to board memberships, volunteer roles, and advisory positions, resonating with her dedication to community development, women's leadership, and impactful global dialogues. She embodies a blend of leadership, sustainability, and community stewardship, shaping change that transcends boundaries and inspires multifaceted impact.

In this episode of the Doing Sustainability podcast, Jeanine Ballone, Chief Sustainability Officer at Fashion 4 Development - World Collective, joins Gary Baker and Roxanne "Rocket" White to dive into sustainable fashion. They explore the importance of promoting transparency and traceability in the fashion world, the power of the younger generation to drive change, and the future of the fashion industry. With over 35 years of experience in the fashion industry, Jeanine stands out as a results-driven fashion executive and innovator. She has developed vast expertise in global sourcing, product development, technology innovation, production, and business analysis. In addition to her professional achievements, Jeanine is the President and Founder of the Zero to Hero Foundation and serves as the Sustainability Editor at Page Magazine. She also holds a multitude of volunteer advisory and mentor roles at Women4Empowerment, Threads for Freedom, Save the Children and many more.

In this episode of the Doing Sustainability podcast, Noah Miller, Founder and Chief Advisory Officer at Rho Impact, joins Gary Baker and Roxanne "Rocket" White to shed light on the role of ESG leadership in meeting stakeholder expectations, delivering real business value, and driving meaningful change. Noah is also the Founder and Managing Director at Calibrate Partners, an ESG Subject Matter Expert and Advisor at the Corporate Finance Institute, and Lead ESG Consultant of Regennabis ESG Accelerator Program and ESG Excel. He also currently volunteers in the following roles: Board Member at Vermont Business for Social Responsibility and ESG Advisory Committee Member at the Green Building Initiative.

Join us for Episode 80 as we interview talented figure painter Gary Baker, who we are going to spend time with at MMSI.  We are VERY short handed this time out so some of our friends really stepped up and helped us out. We are joined for Episode 80 by Rick Lawler, Josh Buck, Zach Grizzle, and Jim Bates!If you would like to become a Posse Outrider, and make a recurring monthly donation of $ 1 and up, visit us at www.patreon.com/plasticpossepodcast .Plastic Posse Podcast on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PlasticPossePlastic Posse Group on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/302255047706269Plastic Posse Podcast MERCH! : https://plastic-posse-podcast.creator-spring.com/ OR loungetrousers.comPlastic Posse Podcast on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCP7O9C8b-rQx8JvxFKfG-KwOrion Paintworks (TJ): https://www.facebook.com/orionpaintworksJB-Closet Modeler (JB): https://www.facebook.com/closetmodelerThree Tens' Modelworks (Ivan): https://www.facebook.com/ThreeTensModelWorksSPONSORS:Tankraft: https://tankraft.com/AK Interactive: https://ak-interactive.com/Tamiya USA: https://www.tamiyausa.com/Support the showSupport the show

In this episode of the Sustainable Minds podcast, Kent Gregoire, Founder and CEO of Symphony Advantage, joins Gary Baker and Roxanne "Rocket" White to uncover the magic behind conscious capitalism. Learn how business purpose, values, and stakeholder capitalism can drive sustainable actions and create a caring culture within organizations. For more than three decades, Kent has been an entrepreneur, consultant, speaker, and angel investor. As one of only seven globally certified conscious capitalism consultants, his expertise is truly remarkable. Recently, Kent added another feather to his portfolio by co-founding Stakeholder Business, a pioneering agency within the conscious capitalism movement.

In this episode of the Sustainable Minds podcast, Pratik Raval, Partner and Head of Sustainable Business Strategy and Transformation at Tata Consultancy Services, joins Gary Baker and Roxanne "Rocket" White to unveil the role of sustainability as a key driver for business growth and transformation. With an expansive network across the globe, Pratik stands as a distinguished leader with over two decades of expertise in ESG and Sustainability. In 2022, the Consulting Report honored him among the Top 25 Global Leaders in Sustainability, while CEO Magazine acknowledged his influential perspective, ranking him among the Top 20 Global Sustainability Thought Leaders.

In this episode of the Sustainable Minds podcast, Sienna Jackson, CEO and Founder of Zoran Creative Strategy, joins Gary Baker and Roxanne "Rocket" White to share her insights on cause culture, impact measurement, and diversity. They also discuss the importance of trust, storytelling, and finding common ground to address societal issues. Sienna Jackson stands out as a distinguished ESG and Social Impact consultant and producer operating out of Los Angeles. With over thirteen years of expertise, she has left an indelible mark on the realms of film and television music, social ventures, nonprofit initiatives, advocacy campaigns, and growing startups.

In this episode, Helee Lev and Ryan Nelson are joined by Gary Baker, CEO, and Roxanne White, VP of ESG/Corporate Reporting, from Baker Brand Communication to discuss the branding and strategy of a corporate brand, telling the story of ESG within a corporation, and communicating strategies with stakeholders.

Meet Gary, a former engineer and lawyer turned author. Join us as he shares his spontaneous Had To Be There experience climbing Annapurna - and all the adventures he had along the way. Looking for the VIDEO VERSION on this episode? Coming soon to YouTube. Leave us a GOOGLE review: ⁠https://g.page/r/Cd_aO9Np6DPJEB0/review⁠ Find us on GoodPods: https://goodpods.app.link/hEHaS9GPSCb   Connect with Gary Baker:  Website: https://www.biopatent.com/ Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/garytraveler/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lawsci/ The Last Lonely Traveler: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C3Y4TYFD   Connect with Had To Be There:  Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@hadtobethere203⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Had To Be There⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@hadtobethere203⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠   Connect with Vacations by Kelly:  Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@vacationsby_kelly⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Vacations by Kelly⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@KellyVacations⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠   Interested in seeing all that the Himalayas have to offer? Contact ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Vacations By Kelly⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to request your free quote! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hadtobethere203/message

In this episode of the Sustainable Minds podcast, Rachel Hutchisson, former Vice President of Global Social Responsibility at Blackbaud, joins Gary Baker and Roxanne "Rocket" White to share her philosophy of "good is for everyone," the key steps for companies on their ESG journey, and how Blackbaud plays a crucial role in enabling nonprofits to fulfill their missions successfully. Rachel stands as a distinguished executive in the realms of social impact and philanthropy, having earned praise for developing and expanding social responsibility initiatives, reinforcing stakeholder engagement, and enhancing brand reputation. Until recently, Rachel was the Vice President of Global Social Responsibility at Blackbaud, a company she started working for in 1997. Some of her awards include the FORTUNE Most Powerful Women Next Gen (2022), the Riley Institute Diversity Fellow (2014), and the Influential Women in Business Rising Star Award (2009).

In this episode of the Sustainable Minds podcast, Tim Mohin, Partner and Director of Boston Consulting Group, joins Gary Baker and Roxanne "Rocket" White to explore the future of ESG disclosure regulations and standards. They dive into topics like the current state of ESG, the challenges of implementing sustainable practices, why some companies have dropped out of sustainability discussions, and the proliferation of the Chief Sustainability Officer role. Tim Mohin is a globally recognized ESG executive with over twenty years of experience developing strategies to embed sustainability into business operations for Fortune 500 companies. He is one of LinkedIn's 2022 Top Voices in the Green Economy, consistently recognized in the top twenty corporate social responsibility influence leaders. Before his current role at BCG, Tim was the Chief Executive Officer of ESG Advisor, Executive Vice President and Chief Sustainability Officer of Persefoni, and the Chief Executive of the Global Reporting Initiative. Tim is also the author of Changing Business from the Inside Out.

In this episode of the Sustainable Minds podcast, Richard Peterson, Head of ESG Enterprise Solution Strategy for Capital Markets at FIS, joins Gary Baker and Roxanne "Rocket" White to discuss the best practices regarding integrating ESG data, metrics, and analytics into the capital markets. FIS is passionate about helping businesses and communities thrive by advancing the way the world pays, banks, and invests. Richard was the Chief of Staff to the CEO at Virtus Partners before FIS acquired it. Before that, Richard was the Director at Moody's Analytics and the Associate Vice President of Moody's Investors Service.

In this episode of the Sustainable Minds podcast, Anne Nai-tien Huang, Head of ESG at Dun & Bradstreet, joins Gary Baker and Roxanne "Rocket" White to take a closer look at third-party sustainability risk and understand the link between supply chains and sustainability. Anne Nai-tien Huang is a certified ESG investor with a deep passion for sustainability. Before Dun & Bradstreet, she was the Global ESG Product and Sales Lead for Sustainability & Innovation Services at Bureau Veritas Group. Anne has also served in sustainability roles at several other companies, including Institute for Sustainable Communities and EcoVadis.

In this episode, your hosts have a fascinating chat with British native, now San Diego-based painter and modeler Gary Baker. In addition to being big fans of his work, and agreeing that he's one of the finest gents we've met in the hobby in recent years, we were eager to hear Gary's thoughts about sculpting and painting hair—he's a professional stylist and the creative director at UNITE Hair—and he made us think even more about how much character hair adds to a figure, as well as paying attention to the fine distinctions in hair styles in different eras. We're used to focusing on uniforms and equipment and the way such change, even within the span of one conflict, but Gary got us going even deeper.Barry and Jim are excited about the Historex group build that sprung from the enthusiasm of their listeners. They discuss what makes these little white plastic kits, made up of a bag of initially bewildering parts, so fun to work with. You can find photos and links to information discussed in each episode at our podcast blog on  boxdioramas.comJoin us on Facebook:Historex group buildFantasy bust group build  or hang out in the Small Subjects Hospitality Suite. Check out some other great modeling podcasts on modelpodcasts.comWe want to hear from you! CLICK HERE to leave us a message about anything in any of our episodes, or to pose a question you'd like to hear us address, and we'll air it in an upcoming episode. Contact us at smallsubjectspodcast@gmail.com 

In this episode of the Sustainable Minds podcast, Richard Burge, Chief Executive Officer of the London Chamber of Commerce and Industry, joins Gary Baker and Roxanne "Rocket" White to discuss all about the validation of ESG claims and the risk of liability. Richard Burge is an adviser on international affairs, sustainability, trade regulation, and facilitation. He is also a Founding Partner of ESG Validation and has held top management and governance positions in private, public, and civil society organizations. Currently, Richard is a Trustee at the Verification Research Training and Information Centre (VERTIC), Chair of the Global Health Assurance Partnership, Advisory Council Member of the Global Trade Professionals Alliance, and a Court Assistant of the Worshipful Company of World Traders.

In this episode of the Sustainable Minds podcast, Brian Mace, Managing Director at KPMG US, joins Gary Baker and Roxanne "Rocket" White to discuss the interplay between corporate brand core beliefs and ESG strategies. They delve into the challenges and opportunities of incorporating ESG factors into corporate decision-making and performance management, as well as the potential for ESG reporting to evolve beyond past-oriented metrics. Brian Mace is a Certified Project Management Professional (PMP) and a Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) focused on transforming how finance engages business. Before KPMG, Brian worked at AC Lordi Consulting and was an Associate at Berenfeld, Spritzer, Shechter & Sheer.

In this episode of the Sustainable Minds podcast, Ellen Williams, Director, Advisory & ESG Services at Orion Global Solutions, joins Gary Baker and Roxanne "Rocket" White to share her insight on the importance of sustainability in organizations. They touch on the role of technology, leadership engagement, and its impact on younger generations. As the Director of Advisory & ESG Services, Ellen spearheads the strategic growth and development of services and programs at Orion. With a rich technologist and business consultant background, she leverages her years of experience to bridge the gap between business processes and technology, ensuring alignment and optimal outcomes. In addition to her role at Orion Global Solutions, Ellen is the Leader of the Strategic Growth Group at the Forbes Business Development Council. Before his present positions, Ellen was a member of Innovation Women and a Continuing Education Instructor at Hofstra University. She used her experience to develop and present curriculum for CRM and marketing automation courses focusing on business analytics to research and create detailed buyer personas, develop viable business goals, and structure needs analysis for intelligent technology purchase and implementation decisions.

Welcome to another episode of The Jar, where we meet our next guest, Michael "Fritz" Fritzius, at the Undivided Wealth Management office in Chesterfield, Missouri. We extend our gratitude to Gary Baker for graciously providing us with this space. Fritz, as he is fondly called, hails from a small town near St. Louis and had a formative Christian upbringing that left a lasting impact on his life. Now 42 years old, Fritz is happily married with four daughters and has built a career in the tech industry. Inspired by his father, who was an early pioneer in the world of technology, including working for Wang Computers, Fritz has found his calling in supporting podcasters. He assists with production and provides invaluable support to help them bring their shows to life. During our conversation, we delve into Fritz's spiritual journey and his evolving views on God. He shares his belief in limitless growth when it comes to spirituality and embraces the exciting yet daunting prospects it offers.As a father, Fritz opens up about his transformation and how he has become a different dad, embodying greater presence and intention in his parenting. He recognizes that his personal growth is unlocking his true potential piece by piece, and he takes it upon himself to put those pieces together. Fritz also reveals his daily journaling routine, where he meticulously writes down his goals, tasks, expressions of gratitude, and sources of stress. Through this practice, he finds solace, comfort, and continuous personal growth. Join us as we embark on Fritz's captivating journey and explore the stories he shares with The Jar. For more of The Jar, visit:Website: https://www.thejar.live/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaTqB1dhDvl0Oh505ysdxTgFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/podcast.thejarInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejar_podcast/Disclaimer: The views stated in this episode are our guest's opinions and do not represent the views, beliefs or opinions of The Jar Podcast. Our goal is to provide a platform for everyone no matter what they believe, and we would like to continue to do that while making it clear our guests are not a representation of The Jar Podcast. 

In this episode of the Sustainable Minds podcast, Gabriel Thoumi, CEO of Responsible Alpha, joins Gary Baker and Roxanne "Rocket" White to share his expertise on ESG integration and thematic investment research to help businesses transition to a low-carbon and equitable future. Gabriel Thoumi is a highly skilled investment research manager, financial risk manager, and chartered financial analyst, boasting a wealth of experience spanning over fifteen years. His expertise lies in effectively incorporating scientific and ESG data into financial models, allowing for the accurate determination of pricing signals and the development of asset allocation strategies. In addition to his pivotal role at Responsible Alpha, Gabriel serves as an Adjunct Lecturer at Johns Hopkins University. Before his current positions, Gabriel dedicated nearly a decade to public service, utilizing his scientific and investment technical acumen to assist investors, lenders, exchanges, rating agencies, and companies in fostering sustainable and equitable investment strategies.

This podcast explores a story of faith, courage and pursuit of purpose in the world of financial services.  Leaving behind the allure of their well-established careers with prominent corporations, Gary Baker and Dan Kraus joined forces and fused their expertise to create a financial services firm unlike any other. While their personalities, gifts, and skills are quite different and diverse, their vision is undivided: to create a company grounded in integrity and compassion and dedicated to helping families create an ”undivided" plan that aligns their finances with their deepest values. Gary Baker is the President and Dan Kraus is the Chief Investment Officer at Undivided Wealth Management. Both are managing partners and passionate about a relational approach to financial management. They encourages decisions based on what is important to each individual client in order to achieve their financial goals.Gary is a highly sought-after Thought Leader in the financial services industry. He serves on the Kestra Private Wealth Council and Fidelity Advisor Council. Gary received his B.A. in Personal Finance from the University of Missouri – Columbia and an M.B.A. from Washington University. Now, as an adjunct professor at Washington University, life has come full circle. Prior to joining Undivided Wealth, Dan was the Assistant Treasurer and primary Investment Officer of Anheuser-Busch. In addition to mergers, acquisitions and global cash management, he managed the retirement plans and charitable foundation with investments totaling over $5 billion. Dan is also a CPA, though not currently practicing, and a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants. Dan holds the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation. He received a B.A. in Accounting from the University of Missouri-Columbia and an M.B.A. from the University of Missouri-St. Louis. Dan applies his training and institutional investment experience to help clients live their best possible lives and achieve their goals.Support the showTransforming the workplace one Bible study at a time - DONATE today! CONNECT WITH US:B-B-T.org | News | LinkedIn | Instagram Biblical Business Training (“BBT”) equips busy, working people to grow in the grace and knowledge of Jesus Christ and empowers them in small-group Bible study settings to apply Biblical principles to their every day lives - especially in the workplace. BBT is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization which exists to help people develop their Christian “Faith for Work – Leadership for Life!”

In this episode of the Sustainable Minds podcast, Pranjal Mathur, Climate Risk and Strategy Analyst at KPMG UK joins Gary Baker and Roxanne "Rocket" White to delve into the role UNITE 2030 plays in assembling and fostering the next generations of ESG leaders, as well as the importance of corporate brand core beliefs and ESG practices in creating a sustainable future. Pranjal is a passionate and motivated individual with a keen interest in Environmental Management, Sustainable Finance, and the intersection of Technology and Policy. As part of his position at KPMG, he holds various responsibilities, including project delivery for diverse clients in different sectors, focusing on climate-related subjects. Additionally, Pranjal serves as the Youth Ambassador for UNITE 2030, a global platform that empowers young individuals to make a positive impact and drive global change by the year 2030. Before KPMG, he was an ESG Analyst at Eight Versa and Head Of Research at The Green Enterprise Institute.

In this episode of the Sustainable Minds podcast, Mary Adams, Co-founder and ESG Expert of Insights7, joins Gary Baker and Roxanne "Rocket" White to delve into the interplay between corporate brands, beliefs, and ESG, emphasize the need for businesses to connect financial, operational, and sustainability information to create long-term value, as well as touch on the challenges of integrated reporting and the need for new ESG metrics to achieve innovation and value creation. Mary is an ESG expert, helping business leaders deliver sustainable corporate value through ESG optimization. She specializes in intangible capital, the multi-capital model, integrated thinking, and integrated management. Mary co-authored Intangible Capital: Putting Knowledge to Work in the 21st Century 0rganization. She is also the Executive Director at Exit Planning Exchange and the Co-founder of Integrated Reporting U.S. Community. Before that, Mary was the Founder of Smarter-Companies, Assistant Vice President of Citicorp Leverage Capital, and Co-founder of Trek Consulting.

In this episode of the Sustainable Minds podcast, Mahesh Krishnamurti, Founding Advisor of BuzzOnEarth, joins Gary Baker and Roxanne "Rocket" White to explore ESG metrics across economies and cultures, corporate branding and welfare economics, and sustainability through collective action. Mahesh Krishnamurti is an ESG Advisor, investor, and transformation leader with expertise in business development, strategic planning, decision support analysis, M&A, finance, risk management, and governance and leadership. Besides his role at BuzzOnEarth, Mahesh is a part-time Senior Advisor of ESG and International Operations at Vaco and the LP & Advisor of Arka Venture Labs. Previously, Mahesh was the Independent Director of Yes Bank and also served in different roles at RGP.

In this episode of the Sustainable Minds podcast, Anastasia Kuskova, Co-founder and CEO of Sirius, joins Gary Baker and Roxanne "Rocket" White to share how to make sustainability accessible to any business regardless of size or budget, climate tech investments, and how to create a green business from the start. Anastasia Kuskova is the Co-founder and CEO of Sirius, a sustainability company that provides analytics, built-in templates, and real-time recommendations to help both corporates and suppliers to meet the ESG requirements, supporting them on their journey to reaching their sustainability goals. She is also a Co-founder and Governance Board Member of ReSource. Before Sirius, Anastasia served in different roles at Eurasian Resources Group (ERG) and was a Strategic Advisor at Research Institute. Anastasia was recognized among the 25 ESG Champions for 2022.

In this episode of the Sustainable Minds podcast, John Friedman, Managing Director of ESG and Sustainability at Grant Thornton, joins Gary Baker and Roxanne "Rocket" White to dive into the evolution of business purpose and why one day what we call ESG will just be called business. John Friedman is a sustainability expert with more than twenty years of experience helping companies live their values and engage in authentic conversations by integrating their environmental, social, and economic aspirations into their cultures and business practices. Before Grant Thornton, John was the Sustainability Manager at WGL, Director of Corporate Responsibility Communications and Public Relations at Sodexo. John is also the author of Managing Sustainability: First Steps to First Class and was a Founding board member and Member of the Executive Committee Sustainable Business Network of Washington.

In this episode of the Sustainable Minds podcast, Chris Hines, Founder of A Grain of Sand, joins Gary Baker and Roxanne "Rocket" White to share actionable and insightful tips on transforming your business into a force for good in changing the world and driving positive change. Chris is an MBE (Moaning Bloody Environmentalist) who has been an environmental campaigner for over thirty years and is passionate about making positive change. He works on strategic planning, communications, leadership, and embedding sustainability principles as part of a profitable business, and he believes that business can be a force for good in a challenging world. Before A Grain of Sand, Chris was the Co-Founder and Director of Surfers Against Sewage and Sustainability Director at Eden Project. In 2008, he was awarded an MBE for "services to the environment" in the Queen's Birthday Honors, and in 2006 he was a joint-winner of the first international Surfers Path Green Wave Awards.

In this episode of the Sustainable Minds podcast, Jessica Peixoto, Sustainability Manager at JLL, joins Gary Baker and Roxanne "Rocket" White to share the importance of designing thoughtful corporate sustainability strategies to prevent climate chaos and build a sustainable future. Jessica is a sustainability, climate action, and healthy living advocate, passionate about promoting a sustainable future. Her experience ranges in various industries, and most of her work has revolved around sustainability, ESG, and climate change. Jessica is working at JLL on a secondment to Allied Properties REIT as a Corporate Planning and Sustainability Manager.

In this episode of the Sustainable Minds podcast, David Rutherford, VP of Communications and Corporate Sustainability at Aviso Wealth, joins Gary Baker and Roxanne "Rocket" White to understand the investor and consumer demand for purpose-led companies with strong ESG leaders and strategies. David is a highly versatile and multiple award-winning leader with thirty years of experience in corporate government, agency, and nonprofit organizations. His main skills revolve around driving strategy, leading and shaping teams, delivering compelling content, and creating value. David specializes in expertise in financial services and wealth management. He's also a writer, speaker, painter, and cartoonist.

In this episode of the Sustainable Minds podcast, Ted Dhillon, Co-Founder and CEO of FigBytes, joins Gary Baker and Roxanne "Rocket" White to discuss how FigBytes can help automate sustainability programs, how ESG can be used as a value-creation vehicle, and the three goals companies need to set to have an effective ESG strategy. FigBytes is an ESG insight platform that allows customers to quantify their sustainability impacts and embed social and environmental metrics into their financial reporting, strategy, brand, and performance. Before founding FigBytes, Ted was the Director of Green IT at Branham Group and Consultant of Political and Economic Risk at Exclusive Analysis.

In this episode of the Sustainable Minds podcast, Brad Peirce, Chief Transformation Officer at Sustainability Mindshift, joins Gary Baker and Roxanne "Rocket" White to share the importance of having a sustainable mindset when it comes to being a sustainability leader. Brad is an ESG and sustainability expert who builds long-term value by helping clients advance sustainable business strategies through leadership development, experiential learning, stakeholder engagement, and ESG performance. Besides his role as the Chief Transformation Officer at Sustainability Mindshift, Brad is also the Principal & Founder of SEED Strategies and Senior Consultant at Transitioning to Green and Sustainability Roundtable. Today, Brad talks about topics such as regenerative business transformation, leadership development, and ESG investors to teach you how to bring sustainability to life in organizations and how leaders need systems awareness and systems thinking capabilities to understand their role within society and the planet.