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From first-time investments to upgrading the essentials… what's worth watching in 2025?Starting fresh doesn't always mean starting from scratch. In this episode, Ben and Lauren kick off the year with a showcase of 2025's most promising gear innovations. From TOAKS' ultralight cooking solutions, to MPOWERD's innovative lighting system, and Dometic's latest fridge technology to surprising new players in the roof top tent game – tune in as our gear gurus unpack what's worth watching in the world of outdoor gear.Shortcuts:00:00 - Intro01:52 - Lauren's Fan Moment!02:48 - New Brands03:08 - TOAKS: Lightweight Hiking06:36 - KAON: Fixing and Mounting Tools09:10 - Oz Braai 10:11 - Dometic CFX5 Fridge/Freezers14:42 - Darche Alien Light and Speaker, Solar Fan and Light, and Magic Magnets17:57 - Darche Datachable Roof Top Tent21:40 - Darche Solar Roof Top Tent22:05 - Harry Fisher's 'Fire II Fork'23:05 - Quest Outdoors Pop Top Camp Cupboards24:28 - Companion Recycled Ground Mat25:19 - Companion Caravan Awning Clothesline25:32 - Companion Deluxe Towing Mirrors25:50 - Companion Aero Breeze Fan26:50 - MPOWERD Luci Solar Site Lights 29:59 - Coleman Event 15 Deluxe Shelters32:17 - Teasers32:37 - Exped Sleeping Mats: Overhaul!36:49 - Sea to Summit Updates37:30 - Oztent Roof Top Tents?!39:26 - KickAss Air Conditioner40:55 - 23ZERO Yowie Aluminium-Shell Roof Top Tent42:07 - New Concepts from Inspired Overland42:44 - SummaryJoin the conversation over on our Facebook group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/snowysHead to snowys.com.au for all your gear needs:https://www.snowys.com.au

“ Focus on in being authentic by being the luck in other people's lives — it will pay back multiple times.” Bhavesh Shah is an advisor, investor, and managing partner, with 30+ years in senior leadership, operations and procurement positions at Procter & Gamble, and Firmenich, the world's largest family-owned Fragrance and Flavour House — having lived and worked across London, Geneva, Brussels, Guangzhou and Singapore—with extensive business exposure to both North and South America Across twenty years at P&G, Bhavesh oversaw billions of dollars in spend, as a procurement leader across markets — and he produced the highest rated TV show of its time – China's Got Talent. After P&G, Bhavesh joined Firmenich for nine years as the company's Chief Procurement Officers, spearheading a transformative turnaround, doubling the company's EBITDA and solidifying its position as the industry leader. Bhavesh is now a Managing Partner at Synfiny, one of the fastest-growing global advisory firms. Bhavesh is also an early stage investor and selectively a Board Director, with a recent successful exit of Smart Build Asia as well as ongoing investments in Brinc, Opinsta, MPOWERD and Abele Trust, amongst others. You'll enjoy this candid conversation on combining intentionality, curiosity and audacity — and being the luck in others' lives. This is part of our Chinese leaders series - hosted by P&G Alumni Emily Chang. Got an idea for a future “Learnings from Leaders” episode? Reach out at pgalumpod@gmail.com

Seth Quigg has worked in the field of Outdoor Education and International Adventure Travel since 2002. Seth has led thousands of students and guests on expeditions throughout the world; from Madagascar to Borneo, 12 expeditions in the Himalaya, 13 expeditions in the Andes, 4 times guiding on Kilimanjaro, and much more. Starting in 2015, he has owned and operated an international travel company consulting with multiple organizations around the world looking to curate meaningful and sustainable outdoor and international expeditions of all types.  Find details at www.karuna-project.com   As an Impact and Sales Manager at MPOWERD, Seth leverages his 20 years of experience in the outdoor industry, international adventure travel, outdoor education, and humanitarian sectors to promote sustainable solutions for populations worldwide. He has been working with MPOWERD since 2019 as a brand ambassador, providing clean and solar power to marginalized communities across the planet, and aligning with the company's mission of service, philanthropy, and relief.   Seth holds a Master of Arts in Cross-Cultural Studies within  Education, and speaks Kiswahili, Spanish, Hindi, and Nepali. Seth is  also a professional photographer, an award-winning leader, and a certified wilderness first responder. Seth has led groups of young adults in developing countries on 14-30 day expeditions, created an ethnographic inquiry curriculum for World Challenge Expeditions, and played an integral role in the development of overseas training programs in Australia and New Zealand.   Seth is passionate about how the travel and tourism industries can leverage the resources to affect change within the humanitarian sector.  Seth is always eager to connect with like-minded individuals and organizations who share my vision of creating positive social and environmental change.   Seth's social media (instagram and facebook) and he also has his own website.  The social media of MPowerd is: instagram, facebook and twitter. The songs picked by all our guests can be found via  our playlist #walktalklisten here.    Please let me/us know via our email innovationhub@cwsglobal.org what you think about this new series. We would love to hear from you.   Please like/follow our Walk Talk Listen podcast and follow mauricebloem on twitter and instagram.  Or check us out on our website 100mile.org.  We also encourage you to check out the special WTL series Enough for All about an organization called CWS  

Roy sits down with Seungah Jeong, President and CEO of MPOWERD, a Certified B Corporation specializing in sustainable, affordable, and thoughtfully designed renewable energy products. Not only does MPOWERD offer a host of highly functional, energy efficient tools for lighting, charging, utility, recreation, and power storage, they are also dedicated to distributing clean energy to people worldwide via their partnerships with hundreds of NGOs and non-profit organizations. Prior to her tenure at MPOWERD, Seungah built her experience in CPG at companies like Procter & Gamble and Nest Fragrances. She came to MPOWERD in 2016 to help develop the brand, expand their range of products, and amplify the company's social and environmental impacts in the process. Seungah and Roy discuss her team building experience at Nest, how MPOWERD's mission and values influence their recruitment practices, as well as the key characteristics she looks for in bringing talent along on a purpose-driven brand journey.Highlights from our conversation include:Building a successful team from the ground up at Nest (4:36)One crucial trait she looks for in potential candidates (7:56)Similarities between the outdoor and beauty industries (12:19)Why an innovation mindset is essential in business (15:10)How MPOWERD's values factor into their recruitment process (17:53)How she assesses a candidate's connection to mission and purpose (20:38)When to hire internally vs. externally (26:20)Developing an effective hiring strategy and roadmap (28:40) How to maximize a team's potential during periods of growth (29:38)Key qualities Seungah looks for in evaluating leaders (32:23)Factors that have contributed to hiring mistakes (36:27)Seungah's perspective on in-office vs. remote vs. hybrid work (40:22)Her advice to entrepreneurs just starting out in their career (44:24)Use code HOWIHIRE at MPOWERD.com to receive 20% off your order.Visit HowIHire.com for transcripts and more on this episode.Follow Roy Notowitz and Noto Group Executive Search on LinkedIn for updates and featured career opportunities.Subscribe to How I Hire:AppleSpotifyAmazonGoogle

Do you think a business can be both profitable and a force of positive change in the world? The answer is a resounding yes — you don't have to sacrifice profit or impact. Entrepreneurs worldwide have innovative ideas and products that meet the needs of different communities. However, businesses still need to keep an eye on your finances. Balancing profitability and making an impact is a challenging role you need to play.In this episode, Seungah Jeong dives into how she kept the heart of the company while making a profit as the president and CEO of MPOWERD. She shares her journey and tells the stories of how their business has benefited over 3 million people worldwide. Join us as Seungah talks about the mission driving MPOWERD and the business model that makes it all possible to be a business for profit and for good.If you want to learn more about how you can make an impact with a profitable business, tune in to this episode now!3 reasons why you should listen to the full episode:Learn the importance of getting to know and adapting to the people you want to help.Find out how business and innovation can solve the world's problems.Discover the power of the consumers and help outside the business to stay profitableEpisode Highlights[03:01] Seungah's Journey with MPOWERD[08:30] MPOWERD's Mission[17:46] The Impact of Business and the Consumers[25:09] Empowering Change[32:04] The Future of MPOWERD and Innovation[34:46] Educating and Inspiring the Next Generation[36:57] Keeping the Business Impactful and ProfitableResourcesUse discount code “HERCEO” for a 20% discount on MPOWERDMPOWERD websiteMPOWERD Give Luci Donation ProgramMPOWERD Products:Luci Solar Bike Light SetLuci 44” Solar String LightBuild-Your-Own Luci KitLuci ColorLuci Base LanternLuci CandleViri Rechargeable BatteriesConnect with Seungah: LinkedInConnect with Christina Sjahli: LinkedIn Find out about Profit Reimagined: LinkedIn | Website Enjoyed This Podcast?Write a review and share this with your friends.Connect With the Profit ReimaginedReady to transform your purpose into an impactful business financial story, profit, and joy? Schedule a chat with the team at any time.

#30:  John Salzinger and Seungah Jeong join Annaka and Ethan to talk about MPOWERD, a B Corp whose signature product, the solar-powered Luci Light, aims to help create a more sustainable future while providing light to those without access to electricity. John and Seungah share their story building MPOWERD and how to use business as a tool for change.This episode we dive into: The importance Trademarks and patents How creating an impact can be a powerful motivatorUsing corporate social responsibility (CSR) to form partnershipsFor a full episode summary and transcript, visit startupsavant.com/podcast! 

Reimagining Climate Action and Achieving the SDGs: Our Individual and Collective Work   Side Event to UNGA 77 and Climate Week Panel and Reception Hosted by Church World Service (CWS) Monday, 19 September 2022 4 - 7 PM EDT Location: Church Center of the UN New York, NY   About   For fourteen years, Climate Week has “brought together the most influential leaders in climate action from business, government, and the climate community” at the same time as the UN General Assembly High-level meetings. Climate Week aims to increase ambition and accelerate action for urgent climate action, and the timing is more critical during UNGA this year as the world experiences more frequent and severe climate shocks affecting all people, but most disproportionately for the most vulnerable (eg. food insecure, impoverished, indigenous persons, women, smallholder farmers). Climate change is also promulgating unrest and forced displacement; there are more displaced persons around the world now than ever before in recorded human history.    Most people in low and middle income countries are people of faith, and the role of places and leaders of worship, communities and individual action will only continue to be critical to achieve the SDGs. As a faith-based civil society organization in consultative status with the UN, CWS is uniquely positioned to engage with delegates and high-level attendees of UNGA regarding critical matters around the world's progress - or lack thereof - toward achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by 2030.   This side event served as a follow-up to CWS' side event during the 2022 High Level Political Forum entitled Reimagining Our World and Future Together: an integral approach towards sustainable development. In a panel discussion between the Netherlands, UNDP, Seattle University, MPOWERD and CWS, speakers addressed systemic gaps and the value of improving social safety nets and partnerships (SDG 17) to ensure resilience - especially among the most vulnerable - and the achievement of the SDGs. Speakers were asked to consider the role of “Inner Development Goals” (IDGs), or the capabilities, qualities and skills within each person.    The event featured a panel discussion and interactive dialogue with the audience. We would like to thank the audience for their participation and apologize that this summary podcast doesn't do total justice to the richness of the conversations that took place during the session.   Panelists (Moderator) Maurice A. Bloem, Chief Sustainability and Impact Officer, CWS Andrew Fuys, Senior Technical Advisor, Climate and Migration, CWS  Mary Kate Costello, Director of International Policy and Relations, CWS Sydney Upchurch, Founder, Fleet  Pooja Tilvawala, Director & Founder, Youth Climate Collaborative Dr. John Coonrod, EVP, The Hunger Project

We speak with John Salzinger founder and Seungah Jeong CEO of MPOWERD, about their company mission and passion to give back.  In 2012 MPOWERD created Luci, the first inflatable solar light with the goal of making an affordable clean energy product that people could use in any situation. They create sustainable, affordable, and thoughtfully designed products that suit the needs of the many. The belief that everyone deserves access to clean, reliable and affordable energy, no matter how or where they live has driven them to create their sustainable products.  For over 3 billion people, everyday tasks are made more difficult (and dangerous) than they should be. Access to clean energy can improve health, create education equality, economic empowerment, all the while combating climate change.As a B Corp, they use the power of business to build a more inclusive and sustainable economy. As a social enterprise, they reinvest a majority of their gross revenue to achieve sustainability, increase their reach to enable them to fulfill their mission. Aside from the Give Luci Program - which donates lights to their partners - their sustainable business model means that the more they sell here at home, the more affordable they can sell to emerging markets and nonprofits. As a member of the American Sustainable Business Council along with other members like Patagonia, Ben and Jerry's, Greyston Bakery, Avocado Green Mattress, advocate for policy change and inform business owners, policymakers, and the public about the need and opportunities for building a vibrant, broadly prosperous, sustainable economy.  Listen to their journey in this episode. https://mpowerd.com/https://www.mindfulbusinessespodcast.com/podcast-links

HEAR THE HEADLINES – As Peak Retail Season Nears, Experts Anticipate Holiday eTailing to Top $1 Trillion | Bangladesh Tea Workers Strike Nationwide | Green Tea is Good for the Gut | NEWSMAKER – Darian Rodriguez Heyman, Executive Director of the Numi Foundation | FEATURE INTRO – The Numi Tea Foundation coordinates fundraising efforts to bring safe drinking water and life-saving essentials to Ukrainians displaced by war. Numi Organic Tea Together for H2OPE: Ukraine – Millions of Ukrainians have been displaced by the Russian invasion of their country. People have been forced to flee, leaving their families, friends, possessions, homes, and even homelands. San Francisco-based Numi Organic Tea wanted to do something to help and to assemble their fellow tea drinkers to help, too. They have a foundation — the Numi Foundation — that supports the communities where they farm and people in need in the Bay Area, where their head office is located. To help the Ukrainian people, Numi is partnering with two organizations, Waves for Water and MPOWERD. They have a specific goal: to raise $1 million to provide clean, safe drinking water and solar-powered lights and charging devices to up to 550,000 displaced Ukrainians.

MPOWERD is lighting the way in social enterprise. Celebrating 10 years in business they have impacted 4 million lives and diverted 3 million tonnes of carbon through their portable solar powered lights and chargers. In this episode founder John Salzinger and President and CEO Seungah Jeong share with us their journey with MPOWERD and the impact they are having around the globe with over 700 NGO partners. SEE FULL SHOW NOTES AT THIS LINK

Techstination, your destination for gadgets and gear.   I'm Fred Fishkin.        MPOWERD is marking ten years in business this summer….a decade of innovation and of doing good.    It started with the Luci inflatable solar light….still a great product…and has continued through solar powered string lights...

Techstination interview: #MPOWERD marks a decade of innovation and making a difference

We speak with John Salzinger founder and Seungah Jeong CEO of MPOWERD, about their company mission and passion to give back.  In 2012 MPOWERD created Luci, the first inflatable solar light with the goal of making an affordable clean energy product that people could use in any situation. They create sustainable, affordable, and thoughtfully designed products that suit the needs of the many. The belief that everyone deserves access to clean, reliable and affordable energy, no matter how or where they live has driven them to create their sustainable products.  For over 3 billion people, everyday tasks are made more difficult (and dangerous) than they should be. Access to clean energy can improve health, create education equality, economic empowerment, all the while combating climate change.As a B Corp, they use the power of business to build a more inclusive and sustainable economy. As a social enterprise, they reinvest a majority of their gross revenue to achieve sustainability, increase their reach to enable them to fulfill their mission. Aside from the Give Luci Program - which donates lights to their partners - their sustainable business model means that the more they sell here at home, the more affordable they can sell to emerging markets and nonprofits. Listen to their journey in this episode. https://mpowerd.com/https://www.mindfulbusinessespodcast.com/podcast-links

MPOWERD makes solar powered lighting and recharging systems and speakers. Hear from their Founder John Salzinger and CEO Seungah Jeong on how they have developed great products and an innovative business model to serve both developed and emerging markets.  A great example of a stakeholder model working across other businesses, NGOs as well as Government and consumers.  ** If you enjoy this podcast, would you consider rating and leaving us a review? It takes only a few seconds and greatly helps us get our podcast out to a wider audience.  Please subscribe on Apple Podcasts / Spotify / Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts. For transcripts and show notes, please go to: https://www.theconsciouscapitalists.com Thank you for your support!  Timothy & Raj

In this episode, John Salzinger the Founder of MPOWERD shares his opinion on how we as an industry address toxic advertising and the downstream effects.    As people are trying to escape the urban sprawl of advertising, marketers continue to promote, sell and push their products in every conceivable way. These days you can't even go to a gas station without having a screen shoved in your face!   When I consider the impact of excessive consumerism, the environmental impact these products have and the mental health impact social media has. I start to question the work we as marketers are doing.  Have we become so good at selling that we are no longer concerned with the impact of what and how we're selling?   Tune in to this episode to hear John eloquently describe his thoughts around these complicated issues.   Follow MPOWERD: @mpowerdinc   Produced by: Port Side Productions @backcountrymarketing @portsideproductions @coleheilborn    

Techstination, your destination for gadgets and gear.   I’m Fred Fishkin.      Mpowerd is a company focused on doing good with a range of solar lighting products that continues to grow.      Out now are the Luci Solar Multi-colored String Lights …and out soon…the Luci Solar Bike Light.    It is cleverly...

Techstination interview: Mpowerd innovates with new solar colored string lights & bike light

John Salzinger is the Founder & Chief Business Development Officer at MPOWERD. John is a native New Yorker, and born entrepreneur. He launched MPOWERD with the idea that innovative companies have a responsibility to lead – not only in the marketplace but as a real force for good. He launched and managed several global media, tech, and finance companies before starting MPOWERD, where he’s been a guiding force behind pretty much every aspect of the company’s strategy. We discuss how to leverage business growth, ideas to increase sales & marketing, and product development.

MPOWERD founder John Salzinger and CEO Seungah Jeong join Karie and Denise Taschereau as co-hosts for a look at the mission behind MPOWERD and the ways their products have impacted 4 Million lives internationally

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In this episode, hear all about B Corps and clean tech, with co-founders of MPOWERD, Seungah Jeong & John Salzinger. MPOWERD brought to the market Luci, the first inflatable solar light with the goal of making an affordable clean energy product that people could use in any situation. Seungah brings two decades of consumer goods experience and John has launched and managed several global media, tech and finance companies. You can read more about Seungah and John at: https://mpowerd.com/. Featured Pitch Presenters: Sansan Fibri with DreaMe, an app that helps you record and remember your dreams through a digitized dream journal. Build a personalized collection of dreams with insightful interpretations, at https://dreameapp.com/. Dawn Pascale with Om Sweet Om, a specialty bakery that focuses on plant-based and gluten-free pastries, desserts, and products for wholesale, retail, corporate and private events, at https://om-sweethome.com/. German Marin with MarinNYC Photography, for chic, stylish, fun and professional photos capturing the pomp and pageantry of special events, to portraits at the height of elegance and sophistication, https://www.marinnyc.com/. Visit the https://www.gearhartlaw.com/passage-to-profit-show/ for updates and the current pitch contest.

In this episode, hear all about B Corps and clean tech, with co-founders of MPOWERD, Seungah Jeong & John Salzinger. MPOWERD brought to the market Luci, the first inflatable solar light with the goal of making an affordable clean energy product that people could use in any situation. Seungah brings two decades of consumer goods experience and John has launched and managed several global media, tech and finance companies. You can read more about Seungah and John at: https://mpowerd.com/. Featured Pitch Presenters: Sansan Fibri with DreaMe, an app that helps you record and remember your dreams through a digitized dream journal. Build a personalized collection of dreams with insightful interpretations, at https://dreameapp.com/. Dawn Pascale with Om Sweet Om, a specialty bakery that focuses on plant-based and gluten-free pastries, desserts, and products for wholesale, retail, corporate and private events, at https://om-sweethome.com/. German Marin with MarinNYC Photography, for chic, stylish, fun and professional photos capturing the pomp and pageantry of special events, to portraits at the height of elegance and sophistication, https://www.marinnyc.com/. Visit the https://www.gearhartlaw.com/passage-to-profit-show/ for updates and the current pitch contest.

Techstination, your destination for gadgets and gear.   I’m Fred Fishkin.   We’re fans of off grid fun technology…and the folks at Mpowerd have created solar powered string lights that are great for the patio or campsites.  The Luci String Solar Lights feature lights on an 18 foot cord that is expandable...

Seungah Jeong and John Salzinger tell us about working together, how they help provide lighting after natural disasters, unique partnerships they have and a lot more. Facebook Twitter Instagram   The Outdoor Biz Podcast   Please give us a rating and review HERE   Show Notes First Exposure to the Outdoors Seungah: My first introduction to the Outdoor Biz was the OR Show. I remember the first show I attended, we just had one small table and, were in some back section of OR. But it was still so much fun because everyone who came by was really engaged with what we're doing. Now we're thrilled to be in a much bigger space behind Yeti, which is a nice place. Things we talked about MPOWERD Luci Light Kickboxing Katadyn Osprey The North Face No Evil Foods Hello Kitty Cliff Amazon Advice We just have to look for challenges that people face and come up with honest solutions. The cool thing about the outdoor industry is that people are always looking for the next newest, coolest, latest solution that is also environmentally correct, which is nice. So I do think there's a lot out there that still can be improved upon. Go camping, go rafting, go skiing, et Cetera, and see what bumps you come across and see if you can figure out a way for people to avoid those. VOTE! Favorite Books/Podcasts Sapiens by Yuval Noah Harari Milan Kundera Striking Thoughts by Bruce Lee Favorite Piece of Gear under $100 Luci Light Connect with Seungah and John Seungah Linkedin John Linkedin

Techstination, your destination for gadgets and gear.   I’m Fred Fishkin.      MPOWERD is a company that has been making innovative solar lighting and charging products….and it has also been a leader in providing that technology around the world where it is needed most.   And when Hurricane Dorian this...

Techstination interview: MPOWERD providing tech to assist Hurricane Dorian victims

Benefit corporation MPOWERD's leaders Seungah Jeong and John Salzinger speak passionately about their mission and how they make global partnerships work to have impact.

In Episode 18 of the Disruptors for Good podcast I speak with Seungah Jeong, CEO of MPOWERD and John Salzinger, Co-founder of MPOWERD on creating affordable and accessible clean energy for all humanity.

MPOWERD is an innovative solar light manufacturer recently named one as one of the Real Leaders 100 most impactful companies in the world. Their mission is to sustainably provide clean, safe, and affordable solar lighting to everyone, including the people in developing countries who need it most, and their innovative design has made their products a favorite of humanitarian aid organizations around the world. In this episode of Money + Meaning, host Alex Kravitz interviews Seungah Jeong and John Salzinger about their own journeys to impact and the inspiring ways MPOWERD products are helping people around the globe. They also share their insights into the challenges and joys of running a social enterprise, give examples of how they are measuring and reporting their impact, and offer some valuable advice for emerging social entrepreneurs.

Techstination, your destination for gadgets and gear.   I’m Fred Fishkin.        The folks at mPowerd are out with a new solar powered lantern…that you can control from an app for colorful or subtle lighting.   And the Luci Smart Solar Light can also charge your mobile device in a pinch.   Beyond having...

Techstination interview: MPOWERD Luci Connect smart solar light & charger. And the company is doing good.

Owning an RV is a big investment, so everyone wants to know as much as they can about the lifestyle before making the big purchase. On this episode of the podcast, we asked RV owners to tell us what surprised them after they purchased their first RV. Also, more and more businesses are facing the scrutiny of consumers who want to know their hard earned money is going to a company who will use it responsibly. Not surprisingly, the outdoor industry is leading the charge. We talk to the leadership team of portable solar light manufacturer MPOWERD, who know why giving back is good business. The recently shuttered Roadtrek has a buyer - will they honor those famous 6-year warranties? And the 150mph worlds-fastest Tesla electric motorhome - is this something we really need? All that and more on this week's episode of RV Miles! Get show notes and more at rvmiles.com/90. Follow RV Miles on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram and Jason & Abby's personal travel blog Our Wandering Family on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube. Join the RV Miles Facebook Group here. Click here to find the America's National Parks Podcast. And go here to join the America's National Parks Facebook Group.   

Micro-powered design or MpowerD empowers emerging economies by extending clean and affordable energy to create opportunities from problems. On this podcast listen to why MpowerD started, how they are able to reduce costs to reach poverty stricken areas, and the overarching leadership qualities that propel this company forward. See more online at https://goo.gl/E7gwK6 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

We say goodbye to Honda Bob, and you can download his book at [podfeet.com/hondabob](Https://podfeet.com/hondabob). We've got a CES interview with Ring talking about their smart lighting and doorbells for people in apartments. Caleb brings us a review of Emmet, a plugin for web developers that makes writing HTML code easier and more efficient. We talk to Vispero about their assistive technologies, and then to SureCall about a cell signal booster for the car that could be a huge help for truckers, motor home drivers, and people who live in remote areas. We hear about MPowerd's solar-powered lights that are helping the planet. We end with the last CES interview, which is with WHILL who have made a wheel chair that could help people in places like airports find their way around by themselves.

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From NYC event promoter to fashion photographer to network television executive producer, John Salzinger visited Haiti after the earthquake and was compelled to find the single most effective tool to build capacity cheaply....thus the Lucee Light was born which gave way to the MPOWERED a brand of lights that focuses on solar in the consumer space. Seungah Jeong, an established entrepreneur in her own right felt unfulfilled in the beauty industry and finally found the company of her dreams in MPOWERED. Together, they lead the brand into future innovating exciting new products. http://startuphunter.co

In this episode John Salzinger of MpowerD, a B Corp, purpose-driven company that has created an inflatable solar lantern, discusses renewable energy and how portable solar power is making a huge impact for the estimated 3 billion people globally who have intermittent access to power. What you can do: Purchase a Luci (every one you purchase helps purchase one for those in need) Donate a Luci here

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LUCI lights have been mentioned as the favorite outdoor gear purchase under $100 by a number of guests on the show. John tells us how the idea came about for the lights and some great work they do helping provide lights to disaster stricken areas after earthquakes and hurricanes. Facebook Twitter Instagram   The Outdoor Biz Podcast   Support the show   Please give us a rating and review HERE   Show Notes LUCI lights have been mentioned as the favorite outdoor gear purchase under $100 by a number of guests on the show. John tells us how the idea came about for the lights and some great work they do helping provide lights to disaster stricken areas after earthquakes and hurricanes. MOWERD's First Exposure to the Outdoors  Yeah it happened right away. You know NGO's and Amazon were the first two. So the business model was sort of initially established in my mind right away that it wouldn't be able to just sell into one or the other. You know you have to build a diverse portfolio and especially if you're going to compete globally. The outdoor industry it just lends itself to Lantern's. It's a natural so it's very easy. Emergency preparedness was also easy, lifestyle has become pretty interesting because a lot of people see the wow factor of it and find sort of elegant design. We started our first International distribution in any meaningful way in Japan. And Japan has a proclivity to High design in their retail markets. And so we've sort of tested the product in Japan that did well there. So the U.S. was relatively easy in terms of acceptance. Now we've moved into sort of a health and wellness. You know like a Luci candle you know whether it's waterproof can go a bath or a tent and it's totally safe and colored lights that go in pool. Paul McCartney I know has our lights in his pool. That's always fun when when it Beatle has your lights, then you know you're doing OK. You made it. Right? Things we talked about Save the Children International Medical Corps. The Humane Society Advice, tips  I think it's important to know your market. I mean the outdoor business is an interesting one. There's a show called outdoor retailer we were just at. And actually we won the editor's pick for the best product at the entire show. Yeah it's kind of wild considering you're going up against the North Face, Osprey, these amazing Patagonia amazing brands you know. Its interesting to walk shows like that. Talking to people understanding the market but then also you know there's the outside looking in there's also the inside looking out go camping, see what you're missing. You know solve your own problems. I always felt like that's sort of the best best way to do it. And then lastly you know be open, listen. learn to listen to others. You may think you have all the answers. 80 percent of the time you're probably wrong. If you're open to listening and especially to the market. Then there's a lot of things that are sort of counterintuitive that actually make sense. So once you built a solution especially if it's good. Keep your ear to the ground.  Be humble. Other Outdoor Activities Basketball Favorite Books Girl on a Train by A J Waines Kite Runner by Khaled Hosseini Best Gear Purchase under $100 The Luci Pro Mobile  Connect with John Linkedin MPOWERD.com      

Josh sits down with MPOWERD founder John Salzinger. When it comes to the outdoor industry and sustainability most people will often think of environmental sustainability. However, MPOWERD goes beyond this idea and bring social sustainability into the picture; the sustainability of human life. John Salzinger, started MPOWERD with social change at the forefront of his mind but, this didn't start with MPOWERD, it's been a lifelong passion of his. In this episode of the ReddyYeti Podcast John shares his experiences, his approach, and his reasoning with the steps he takes to turn MPOWERD into an engine of goodwill. Join us as John walks us through what a B corp and Benefit corporation are, where his inspiration for MPOWERD came from, and more about his crusade against kerosine.

This week includes further interviews from CES 2013 culminating in a chat with Microsoft Podcast manager Rob Greenlee. Featured from CES were AMD, LG, Panasonic, MPowerd, NZ’s Ben Bodley of Teknique and Samsung Asia President and CEO Gregory Lee. Running time : 1:47:22

Part 2 of our Outdoor Innovation Series has us talking with John Salzinger with Mpowerd. They are the inventors behind the solar powered, inflatable Luci light. We also speak with Jennifer Scism & David Koorits from Good to Go Meals. Jennifer brings her Iron Chef worthy culinary skills to the outdoor world. Listen in to learn about both of these cool products. Mpowerd www.mpowerd.com www.youtube.com/user/MpowerDInc www.instagram.com/mpowerdinc www.facebook.com/mpowerdinc   Good to Go Foods www.goodto-go.com www.youtube.com/channel/UCp9SYsuGsTqgR0er_0wePfA www.instagram.com/goodtogofoods www.facebook.com/goodtogofoods