The Curious Capitalist

The Curious Capitalist - Josh Dorfman (Supercool)

Tue, 30 Dec 2025 09:00:00 -0500

Glen McDermott, the Executive Director of the Conscious Business Collaborative in Connecticut, speaks with Josh Dorfman from Supercool.

Josh Dorfman is a climate entrepreneur, author, and media personality and is the Founder and CEO of Supercool.

Previously, Josh co-founded and was CEO of Plantd, a carbon-negative building materials manufacturer named to Fast Company’s 2024 list of the World’s Most Innovative Companies. Josh has founded two modern design sustainable furniture startups, launched and led Vine.com, an Amazon business for natural and organic products, and served as CEO of The Collider, the nation’s first innovation center for climate resilience and adaptation.

Earlier in his career, Josh was executive producer and host of The Lazy Environmentalist, an award-winning media brand he developed into a Sundance Channel television series, a daily SiriusXM radio show, and two books.

To find out more about The Conscious Business Collaborative in Connecticut, visit:

www.consciousbusinesscollaborative.org

This podcast was created and produced by Red Rock Branding.

The Curious Capitalist - Professor Tensie Whelan (NYU Stern Center for Sustainable Business)

Thu, 31 Jul 2025 09:00:00 -0500

Glen McDermott, the Executive Director of the Conscious Business Collaborative in Connecticut, speaks with Professor Tensie Whelan on this special episode of The Curious Capitalist podcast.

Tensie is the distinguished professor of Practice of Business and Society and the Founding Director of the Center for Sustainable Business

Notes and Links to the research mentioned in the podcast:

Return on Sustainability Investment: Stern Research with tools and cases

https://www.stern.nyu.edu/experience-stern/about/departments-centers-initiatives/centers-of-research/center-sustainable-business/research/return-sustainability-investment-rosi

Our Sustainable Market Share Index: Trends in consumer purchasing of sustainable

products

https://www.stern.nyu.edu/experience-stern/about/departments-centers-initiatives/centers-of-research/center-sustainable-business/research/csb-sustainable-market-share-index

Our environmental sustainability messaging: Recommendations with Edelman

https://www.stern.nyu.edu/experience-stern/about/departments-centers-initiatives/centers-of-research/center-sustainable-business/research/research-initiatives/best-practice-guide-effective-sustainability-communications

To find out more about The Conscious Business Collaborative in Connecticut, visit:

www.consciousbusinesscollaborative.org

This podcast was created and produced by Red Rock Branding.

https://redrockbranding.com/

The Curious Capitalist - Natasha Gambrell (Eastern Pequot Tribal Nation)

Wed, 26 Mar 2025 09:15:00 -0500

Jack Nork and Elinor Slomba from the Conscious Business Collaborative in Connecticut speak with Natasha Gambrell, a second-generation tribal councilor from the East Pequot Tribal Nation, on this special episode of The Curious Capitalist podcast.

Join us as we take a dive into what we can learn about leadership from this indigenous community.

To find out more about the Eastern Pequot Tribe, visit: https://www.easternpequottribalnation.org/

To visit the Eastern Pequot Tribe Facebook page, visit: https://www.facebook.com/EasternPequotTribalNation

To Check out the Interactive Map Natasha spoke about, visit:

https://native-land.ca

To find out more about The Conscious Business Collaborative, visit:

www.consciousbusinesscollaborative.org

The Curious Capitalist - Randi McCray

Mon, 23 Sep 2024 08:30:00 -0500

Join Elinor Slomba (Associate Executive Director of the Conscious Business Collaborative) and our very special guest Randi McCray on this episode of the Curious Capitalist podcast.

Randi is a highly skilled DEIB consultant and subject matter expert who supports individuals, organizations, and communities to enact social justice principles within their organizations, businesses, and community projects.

She is currently the Associate Director of Diversity Equity Inclusion and Belonging at the Yale University School of Public Health and we are delighted to announce that she is also the newest member of the Board here at the Conscious Business Collaborative.

Meet Randi by visiting her LinkedIn profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/randimccray/

www.consciousbusinesscollaborative.org

The Curious Capitalist - Helle Bank Jørgensen (Competent Boards)

Thu, 20 Jun 2024 10:30:00 -0500

Join us for another episode of The Curious Capitalist where Conscious Collaborative Board Member, Soledad Matteozzi speaks with Founder and CEO, Helle Bank Jørgensen from Competent Boards.

We explore Helle's incredible, pioneering career to date, focusing on her involvement with ESG (Environment, Social, and Governance). Competent Boards is a local operation providing education, certification, and strategic advisory services for board members and business leaders. To find out more you can read Helle's book: 'Stewards of the Future - A Guide for Competent Boards' which is available on Amazon and through her website.

Conscious Business Collaborative: www.consciousbusinesscollaborative.org

Competent Boards: www.competentboards.com

Connect with Helle on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/hellebank

Connect with Soledad on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/soledadmatteozzi

The Curious Capitalist - Capital for Change

Sun, 31 Mar 2024 06:00:00 -0500

Join us for another episode of The Curious Capitalist where we meet Wallingford based CEO Diane Smith and find out more about her impactful work with Capital for Change in Connecticut.

Diane Smith LinkedIn

Capital for Change

Conscious Business Collaborative

To find out more about how Capital for Change can help you or your business, give them a call at 860 233 5165.

The Curious Capitalist - Grand Canyon University (Conscious Capitalism Arizona)

Sun, 10 Mar 2024 09:00:00 -0500

Join us for this fascinating episode of The Curious Capitalist where we meet Provost, Dr Randy Gibb from the Grand Canyon University and find out more about their journey and their emphasis on 'Business for Good'.

Hosting the episode is Amanda Cosme-Reddie the VP of Community Operations for Conscious Capitalism Arizona who is also a GCU Alumni.

Dr Randy Gibb LinkedIn

Amanda Cosme-Reddie LinkedIn

Conscious Business Collaborative

Conscious Capitalism Arizona

Red Rock Branding

The Curious Capitalist – Conscious Business Collaborative

Mon, 26 Feb 2024 10:00:00 -0500

On this episode of The Curious Capitalist podcast, we are talking about the name change from Conscious Capitalism Connecticut to the Conscious Business Collaborative (CBC) and speak about the forthcoming Conscious Leader Network.

I am joined by CBC Chair and Author, Gavin Watson, Executive Director and Founder of Red Rock Branding, Glen McDermott, Associate Executive Director Elinor Slomba, and our special guest is Karin Patriquin from Patriquin Architects based in New Haven, Connecticut.

Visit the Conscious Business Collaborative Website

Visit Karin Patriquin's Company website - Patriquin Architects

Gavin Watson's LinkedIn page

Buy Gavin's Book "Altruistic Business" here

Glen McDermott's LinkedIn page

Elinor Slomba's LinkedIn page

Red Rock Branding

The Curious Capitalist - Dan Delventhal (Mow Green)

Wed, 09 Aug 2023 09:00:00 -0500

On this episode of The Curious Capitalist podcast, I am joined by Conscious Capitalism Connecticut Chair, Gavin Watson as we speak to our special guest Dan Delventhal from Mow Green.

Dan Delventhal and his team are changing the face of lawn care with their carbon neutral company, focused on sustainable lawn care technologies and services.

Mow Green claim 'Clean & Serene, No Gasoline' Let's find out more with this latest episode of The Curious Capitalist podcast.

Mow Green Website

Dan Delventhal's LinkedIn page

Conscious Capitalism Connecticut Website

Gavin Watson's LinkedIn page

Mean Green Mowers Website

The Curious Capitalist - Fritz Troller (Therm Solutions)

Fri, 28 Jul 2023 15:58:00 -0500

On this episode of The Curious Capitalist podcast, I am joined by Conscious Capitalism Connecticut member David Reitz as we speak to our special guest Fritz Troller from Therm Solutions.

If you want to find out more about decarbonizing the built-up environment and refrigeration carbon credits, this is a podcast you will not want to miss.

Therm Solutions Website

Fritz Troller's LinkedIn page

Conscious Capitalism Connecticut Website

David Reitz LinkedIn page

Project Drawdown

The Curious Capitalist - Laura Hall (WHYZ Partners)

Tue, 18 Jul 2023 09:45:00 -0500

On this episode of The Curious Capitalist podcast, I am joined by Conscious Capitalist Laura Hall. Laura is a Conscious Business leader with a background in the fashion industry. She is also active in climate justice through her work with the Rainforest Partnership.

For this podcast, we decided to focus on the future of the planet and children. She is the author of The ABC's of Conscious Capitalism for Kids and we are going to dive in and find out more about her motivation and this wonderful resource.

Laura Hall LinkedIn page

Buy Laura's Book The ABC's of Conscious Capitalism for Kids

WHYZ Partners Website

The Rainforest Partnership

Conscious Capitalism Connecticut Website

The Curious Capitalist - Ryan Dings (Climate Tech)

Tue, 20 Jun 2023 20:51:00 -0500

On this episode of The Curious Capitalist podcast, I am joined by Conscious Capitalism Connecticut Chair Gavin Watson as we speak to our guest Ryan Dings from Climate Haven.

Ryan is the Founding CEO of New Haven Based Climate Haven. Climate Haven is a rich, climate tech community serving entrepreneurs in the New Haven area. He is also a partner of the Connecticut Innovations Climate Tech Fund, so he works with entrepreneurs and also invests in some of the best of them, helping to build amazing climate tech companies.

Climate Haven Website

Connecticut Climate Tech Fund

Ryan Dings LinkedIn page

Conscious Capitalism Connecticut Website

Gavin Watson LinkedIn page

The Curious Capitalist - Soledad Matteozzi speaks to Nell Derick Debevoise

Thu, 18 May 2023 11:15:00 -0500

On this episode of The Curious Capitalist, I am joined by Conscious Capitalism Connecticut Board Member Soledad Matteozzi as we welcome our very special guest Nell Derick Debevoise

Nell is the CEO and Co-Founder of Purposeful Growth. She is also a published author and is known as the 'Inspiring Cowgirl Queen'. We are intrigued to find out more, so let's dive into the latest episode of The Curious Capitalist!

Check out Nell's book HERE

PurposeFused Website

Nell's Linked In

Thinking Beyond Business Website

Soledad's Linked In

Conscious Capitalism Connecticut Website

The Curious Capitalist - Toby Corey (Cruzfoam)

Mon, 15 May 2023 09:00:00 -0500

On this episode of The Curious Capitalist, I am joined by Conscious Capitalism Connecticut Chair Gavin Watson and Executive Director, Glen McDermott as we welcome our very special guest Toby Corey.

Toby has had quite an incredible career to date and now finds himself as the Chief Operating Officer of Cruzfoam. Cruzfoam is a start up company backed by many people and companies including Leonardo DiCaprio and Ashton Kutcher to name just two.

Cruzfoam are lazer focused on working towards ending the plastic pollution epidemic, so let's find out more about Toby's life, work, and mission!

Cruzfoam Website

Toby Corey LinkedIn

Conscious Capitalism Connecticut Website

Gavin Watson LinkedIn

Glen McDermott LinkedIn

The Curious Capitalist - Melissa Spiesman (Food Rescue US)

Mon, 03 Apr 2023 20:13:00 -0500

On this episode of The Curious Capitalist, I am joined by Conscious Capitalism Board Member David Reitz, who is also the US advisor to Matelexas we speak to CEO Melissa Spiesman from Food Rescue US who is dedicated to eliminating hunger and food waste and keeping food out of landfills and reducing greenhouse gasses.

Food Rescue US Website

Conscious Capitalism Connecticut Website

The Curious Capitalist – Konrad Bergström (X Shore)

Mon, 06 Mar 2023 06:00:00 -0500

On this episode of The Curious Capitalist, Glen McDermott the Executive Director of Conscious Capitalism Connecticut and CEO of Red Rock Branding speaks to Swedish businessman Konrad Bergström.

Join us as we learn more about Konrad's impressive work history and his current project X Shore electric boats. Come and learn more about The Power of Silence.

Konrad Bergström LinkedIn

Konrad Bergström Website

www.xshore.com

www.connecticut.consciouscapitalism.org

The Curious Capitalist – Tom Quinn (Nuovo Pasta)

Tue, 28 Feb 2023 07:00:00 -0500

On this episode of The Curious Capitalist, we speak with Tom Quinn, the Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of Nuovo Pasta, plus a published author.

Join us as we learn more about Tom's work, life, and his book of life lessons 'Delivering Greatness'.

Tom Quinn LinkedIn

Tom Quinn Website

www.nuovopasta.com

www.connecticut.consciouscapitalism.org

The Curious Capitalist – Professor Greg Sotzing (3BC and PcTRx)

Sat, 28 Jan 2023 10:30:00 -0500

On this episode of The Curious Capitalist, we speak with Greg Sotzing, UConn Professor, Chief Scientific Officer, and Co-Founder of 3BC and Co-Founder of PcTRx.

Join us as we dive into the world of the cannabis industry and the huge positive impact it could have on the global emergency that is climate change.

E-Mail: g.sotzing@uconn.edu

Greg Sotzing LinkedIn

www.three-bc.com

www.connecticut.consciouscapitalism.org

The Curious Capitalist – Onyeka Obiocha (CTNext)

Tue, 29 Nov 2022 09:00:00 -0500

On this episode of The Curious Capitalist, we speak with Onyeka Obiocha, Executive Director of CTNext as he talks about his journey and passion for entrepreneurship and innovation.

CT Next focuses on four key areas to help people thrive, develop and grow their business goals. They are workforce development, access to capital, entrepreneur support services, and how to ecosystem build.

www.ctnext.com

www.connecticut.consciouscapitalism.org

The Curious Capitalist - Mahfuja Malik and Soledad Matteozzi

Mon, 31 Oct 2022 00:15:00 -0500

On this episode of The Curious Capitalist, Board Director and Co-Founder of Thinking Beyond Business, Soledad Matteozzi speaks with Mahfuja Malik an Associate Professor from Sacred Heart University in Fairfield, Connecticut.

Mahfuja shares with us her impressive academic career in Accountancy starting in Bangladesh, through to her Fulbright Scholarship here in the US and her Ph.D. We talk about her passion for her dissertation topic of Corporate Social Responsibility and Sustainability and the synergy with Conscious Capitalism.

www.thinkingbeyondbusiness.com

www.sacredheart.edu/phonebook/mahfuja-malik.php

The Curious Capitalist - Steve Brittan (LCAD) and Glen McDermott (Red Rock Branding)

Tue, 30 Aug 2022 14:43:00 -0500

On this episode of The Curious Capitalist, Board Director David Reitz speaks with Steve Brittan the President of Laguna College of Art and Design, and Glen McDermott the CEO and Founder of Red Rock Branding.

We take a look at the synergy between design principles and the tenets of Conscious Capitalism.

www.lcad.edu

www.redrockbranding.com

www.connecticut.consciouscapitalism.org

The Curious Capitalist - Garry Ridge, The Culture Coach (WD40)

Mon, 29 Aug 2022 14:17:00 -0500

On this episode of The Curious Capitalist, Executive Board Director, Glen McDermott speaks with Garry Ridge the CEO of the unmistakable global brand, WD40, and his work as The Culture Coach.

Join us as we find out more about Garry's fascinating career and life starting in Sydney, Australia right up to the present day. Garry brings his expertise and incredible perspective on WD40's purpose driven culture, and how other companies can learn from it.

If you are interested in leadership and culture, this is one podcast you will not want to miss!

And don't forget to link to his current LinkedIn profile https://www.linkedin.com/in/garryridge/

www.wd40company.com

www.connecticut.consciouscapitalism.org

The Curious Capitalist - Eric Pedersen (Ideal Fish)

Sun, 31 Jul 2022 09:53:00 -0500

On this episode of The Curious Capitalist, we speak with Eric Pedersen the President and Founder of Ideal Fish based in Waterbury, Connecticut. Join us as we find out how Ideal Fish produces local, sustainable, and antibiotic free seafood products.

www.idealfish.com

www.connecticut.consciouscapitalism.org

The Curious Capitalist with Connecticut Chapter Chair Gavin Watson

Sun, 31 Jul 2022 09:15:00 -0500

On this episode of The Curious Capitalist, I speak with our current, Chapter Chair, Gavin Watson.

We take a look back at Gavin's tenure to date as the Chair of the Conscious Capitalism Connecticut Chapter and the development of the Conscious Leaders Network program.

www.connecticut.consciouscapitalism.org

The Curious Capitalist – Stefan Ytterborn (Cake)

Sat, 30 Jul 2022 08:45:00 -0500

Join Executive Director, Glen McDermott as he explores the world of electric motorcycles with Stefan Ytterborn the founder and CEO of Sweden based company Cake.

Come and join us as we learn about electric motorcycles, their applications, and Stefan's desire to inspire the shift to a zero emissions society.

www.ridecake.com

www.connecticut.consciouscapitalism.org

The Curious Capitalist - Good Sam Foods

Thu, 30 Jun 2022 12:17:00 -0500

On this episode of The Curious Capitalist, I speak with Heather Terry, the Founder, and CEO of Good Sam Foods.

I am excited to find out more about Heather's work, the company, and their story which they describe as farms, family, food, people, the planet, and prosperity for all.

www.connecticut.consciouscapitalism.org

www.goodsamfoods.com

The Curious Capitalist - Lindy Lee Gold

Sun, 29 May 2022 13:50:00 -0500

On this episode of The Curious Capitalist, I speak with Conscious Capitalism Connecticut board member Lindy Lee Gold. Lindy is the Senior Development Specialist for the State of Connecticut and the Department of Economic and Community Development for over 24 years.

However, this only tells us half the story of Lindy's incredible impact on the community in Connecticut as she is also on the board of directors for the Housatonic Community College Foundation and a member of the Business Advisory Committee for Bridgeport University and Southern University.

She is also the former President of the Gateway Community College Foundation.

www.connecticut.consciouscapitalism.org

The Curious Capitalist - Special Edition - David Sloan Wilson

Sat, 30 Apr 2022 10:17:00 -0500

On this very special episode of The Curious Capitalist, our Chair, Gavin Watson speaks with David Sloan Wilson. David is a distinguished professor of Biology and Anthropology at Binghamton University and a prolific author and public speaker. His books include Darwins Cathedral, Evolution for Everyone, and The Neighbourhood Project to just name a few.

www.connecticut.consciouscapitalism.org

The Curious Capitalist - Verdant Consulting

Wed, 30 Mar 2022 20:49:00 -0500

Episode 38: Join us as we find out more about how humans 'tick' as I speak to Dr. Al Polizzi from Verdant Consulting. She has over two decades of human capital executive experience and in this episode, we focus on the conscious culture tenet of Conscious Capitalism.

www.verdantconsulting.net

www.connecticut.consciouscapitalism.org

The Curious Capitalist - Technology Incubator Program (Start Ups)

Tue, 29 Mar 2022 20:53:00 -0500

Episode 37: Join us as we find out more about some of the start ups, that have been a part of the Technology Incubation Program (TIP) in Stamford, Connecticut. My previous guest, Program Director, Margaret Feeney has worked with both of my guests today.

Wendy Ward from futureTHRIVES and Wilder Rumpf from FinTron.

By coupling UConn's world-class research resources, facilities, and business support services to a network of experienced investors and entrepreneurs, UConn’s TIP program helps launch startups ready to transform their respective markets.

www.innovation.uconn.edu/technology-incubation-program

www.futuresthrive.com

www.fintroninvest.com

www.connecticut.consciouscapitalism.org

The Curious Capitalist - Glen McDermott

Fri, 25 Feb 2022 09:00:00 -0500

Episode 36: On this episode, we speak with the Executive Director of Conscious Capitalism Connecticut, and Owner and CEO of Red Rock Branding, Glen McDermott. Red Rock is a full-service creative marketing agency that brands healthy communities to drive business for social good.

Join us as we take a dive into the world of Conscious Capitalism in Connecticut and doing business for good.

www.connecticut.consciouscapitalism.org

www.redrockbranding.com

The Curious Capitalist - Margaret Feeney

Fri, 31 Dec 2021 17:30:00 -0500

Episode 34: Join us as we find out more about the Technology Incubation Program (TIP) in Stamford, Connecticut with Program Director, Margaret Feeney.

www.innovation.uconn.edu/technology-incubation-program

www.connecticut.consciouscapitalism.org

The Curious Capitalist - Kathy Saint

Tue, 30 Nov 2021 19:05:00 -0500

Episode 34: On this episode, we speak with Conscious Capitalism Connecticut board member Kathy Saint about her life and work as the President and CEO of Bridgeport based Schwerdtle which has been established for over 140 years!

www.connecticut.consciouscapitalism.org

The Curious Capitalist - The Soil Carbon Management Company

Thu, 21 Oct 2021 16:13:00 -0500

Episode 33: We take a dive into the incredible work of The Soil Carbon Management Company with CEO and Vineyard owner Darek Trowbridge and Business Development Manager, Jay Monahan on their mission to put carbon back into the ground.

www.soilcarbonmanagement.com

www.oldworldwinery.com

www.connecticut.consciouscapitalism.org

The Curious Capitalist - Jesse Imse

Wed, 29 Sep 2021 11:03:00 -0500

Episode 32: Join us as we learn more about the life and work of Conscious Capitalism Connecticut board member Jesse Imse, particularly in the field of politics and our Young Mentors series.

www.connecticut.consciouscapitalism.org

The Curious Capitalist - Emotional Intelligence

Thu, 16 Sep 2021 13:08:00 -0500

Episode 31: Join us as we learn more about the importance of Emotional Intelligence as we speak to Professor Mark Brackett, Andrea Hoban, and Summer Poole.

www.ojilifelab.com

www.connecticut.consciouscapitalism.org

The Curious Capitalist - Alessandra Simkin

Thu, 29 Jul 2021 13:35:00 -0500

Episode 30

In this episode, we speak with Alessandra Simkin the Director of Public Relations at Anthem about her career to date and her latest appointment to the board of Conscious Capitalism in Connecticut.

www.connecticut.consciouscapitalism.org

The Curious Capitalist - Marianna Milkis

Thu, 08 Jul 2021 15:35:00 -0500

Episode 29

In this episode, we speak with Marianna Milkis the Project Manager at Starbucks Global Academy at Arizona State University and the launch consultant for Ask Eatie. Join us for this podcast as we discuss remote working for responsible entrepreneurs, Marianna's background in fashion and journalism, and her journey into project management and consulting.

www.connecticut.consciouscapitalism.org

The Curious Capitalist - Accountable

Thu, 01 Jul 2021 15:19:00 -0500

Episode 28

In this episode, we speak with Michael O' Leary and Warren Valdmanis about their recently published book 'Accountable - The Rise of Citizen Capitalism'. The book has been published in the US by HarperCollins and in the UK by Penguin Books.

www.accountablethebook.com

www.connecticut.consciouscapitalism.org

The Curious Capitalist – Soledad Matteozzi

Thu, 24 Jun 2021 12:40:00 -0500

Episode 27

In this episode, we speak with Soledad Matteozzi Co-Founder and Partner at Thinking Beyond Business, and board member of Conscious Capitalism - Connecticut Chapter. We talk about her women-owned sustainability consultancy firm that encourages small and medium-sized businesses and entrepreneurs to take a thoughtful approach to their operations by adopting a more responsible stance towards our planet and its people while optimizing profits.

www.thinkingbeyondbusiness.com

www.connecticut.consciouscapitalism.org

The Curious Capitalist - Wholesome Wave

Thu, 17 Jun 2021 12:36:00 -0500

Episode 26

In this episode, we speak with Michel Nischan and Ben Perkins about their incredible work with Wholesome Wave (and Wholesome Crave) and their passion for tackling nutrition insecurity and improving access to healthy, locally produced foods.

www.connecticut.consciouscapitalism.org

www.wholesomewave.org

www.wholesomecrave.com

The Curious Capitalist - Michael Wass (Terracycle)

Tue, 01 Jun 2021 14:53:00 -0500

Episode 25

In this episode, we speak with Michael Wass from Terracycle.

www.connecticut.consciouscapitalism.org

www.terracycle.com

The Young Mentors – Sena Wazer

Thu, 21 Jan 2021 16:40:00 -0500

Young Mentors Episode 2

Meet 16 year old, Sena Wazer, one of our Young Mentors as she talks passionately about her work as a climate justice activist and Sunrise Connecticut.

www.sunrisemovement.org

www.connecticut.consciouscapitalism.org

The Curious Capitalist – Kristia Janowski

Mon, 18 Jan 2021 17:58:00 -0500

Episode 24

In this episode, we speak with the newest board member of the Conscious Capitalism - Connecticut Chapter, Kristia Janowski, and talk about sustainability through education.

https://wphost.pk/demo/consciouscapitalism

The Young Mentors – Ariana Ivan

Sun, 03 Jan 2021 19:08:00 -0500

Young Mentors Episode 1

Meet Ariana Ivan, one of our Young Mentors as she talks about growing up in Romania, traveling the world, and her passion to save the world's forests.

www.108forests.com

www.connecticut.consciouscapitalism.org

The Curious Capitalist – Sashi Edupuganti (ODE Holdings)

Mon, 16 Nov 2020 15:50:00 -0500

Episode 23

In this episode, we speak with Sashi Edupuganti, CEO of ODE Holdings and board member of Conscious Capitalism - Connecticut Chapter and talk about your digital freewill and living by his mantra of 'Be good, Be present and Be future proof'.

https://www.odeinfinity.com

https://wphost.pk/demo/consciouscapitalism

The Curious Capitalist – Shawn Nelson (Lovesac)

Fri, 30 Oct 2020 18:00:00 -0500

Episode 22

In this episode we speak with Shawn Nelson of Lovesac and talk about that time he won a $1,000,000 investment on Richard Branson's entrepreneur show The Rebel Billionaire, how his company have so far repurposed some 40 million plastic bottles and how Lovesac are determined to make your couch disaster stories a thing of the past!

https://www.lovesac.com/

https://wphost.pk/demo/consciouscapitalism/

The Curious Capitalist – Paul Murphy

Tue, 06 Oct 2020 16:10:00 -0500

Episode 21

On this edition, we chat with Paul Murphy about his passion for lean manufacturing and plans for the future.

https://wphost.pk/demo/consciouscapitalism/

The Curious Capitalist – Lynne Stoddard (Sustainable CT)

Tue, 29 Sep 2020 23:35:00 -0500

Episode 20 On this edition, we chat with Lynne Stoddard from Sustainable CT.

www.sustainablect.org

www.connecticut.consciouscapitalism.org/

The Curious Capitalist – Andy Posner (Capital Good Fund)

Thu, 10 Sep 2020 19:00:00 -0500

Episode 19

On this edition, we chat with Andy Posner from the Capital Good Fund.

www.capitalgoodfund.org

www.connecticut.consciouscapitalism.org

The Curious Capitalist – Dave Hammer (ICA Group)

Sat, 05 Sep 2020 22:25:00 -0500

Episode 18

On this edition, we chat with Dave Hammer from ICA Group.

www.icagroup.org

www.connecticut.consciouscapitalism.org/

The Curious Capitalist – Jennifer Cullen (Vineyard Wind)

Fri, 28 Aug 2020 16:14:00 -0500

Episode 17

On this edition, we chat with Jennifer Cullen from Vineyard Wind.

www.vineyardwind.com

www.connecticut.consciouscapitalism.org

The Curious Capitalist – Joe Kenner (Greyston Bakery)

Sun, 16 Aug 2020 23:05:00 -0500

Episode 16

On this edition, we chat with Joe Kenner the CEO and President of Greyston Bakery about their ridiculously yummy baked goods, the relationship with Ben and Jerry's, and their long-standing' open hire' policy.

www.greystonbakery.com

www.connecticut.consciouscapitalism.org

The Curious Capitalist – Ricky Evans

Sun, 16 Aug 2020 19:20:00 -0500

Episode 15

On this edition, we chat with Ricky Evans from Ricky D's Rib Shack in New Haven Connecticut.

www.rickydsribshack.com

www.connecticut.consciouscapitalism.org

The Curious Capitalist – Lee Keylock (Narrative4)

Wed, 29 Jul 2020 16:32:00 -0500

Episode 14

On this edition, we chat with Lee Keylock from Narrative4 about his journey from the UK to teaching at Sandy Hook and now as a part of a team of global, storytelling facilitators.

www.narrative4.com

www.connecticut.consciouscapitalism.org

The Curious Capitalist – The Bolder Company

Wed, 15 Jul 2020 00:33:00 -0500

Episode 13

On this edition, we chat with Ellen and Jenny from the West Hartford based Bolder Company.

www.theboldercompany.com

www.connecticut.consciouscapitalism.org

The Curious Capitalist – Aaron Dignan & Rodney Evans (The Ready)

Wed, 08 Jul 2020 15:02:00 -0500

Episode 12

On this episode, our host Claire Edwards chats with Aaron Dignan and Rodney Evans from The Ready.

www.theready.com

www.connecticut.consciouscapitalism.org

The Curious Capitalist speaks to Lisa Gabor – Conscious Cannabis Event June 2020

Tue, 16 Jun 2020 11:31:00 -0500

Episode 11

On this episode Claire Edwards speaks to Lisa Gabor to learn more about her forthcoming Conscious Cannabis event.

www.connecticut.consciouscapitalism.org/

The Curious Capitalist Podcast – Adam Lazar (Asarasi)

Thu, 21 May 2020 16:55:00 -0500

Episode 10

Our host Claire Edwards speaks to Adam Lazar from Asarasi about his incredible journey. Quench your thirst without without harming the planet by tapping water from maple trees!

www.asarasi.com

www.connecticut.consciouscapitalism.org

The Curious Capitalist – Mark Argosh (SVP)

Thu, 21 May 2020 16:35:00 -0500

Episode 9

On this episode we speak to Mark Argosh from Social Venture Partners.

www.socialventurepartners.org

www.connecticut.consciouscapitalism.org

The Curious Capitalist – Allison Holzer (Inspire Corps)

Thu, 07 May 2020 03:39:00 -0500

Episode 8

Get ready to be inspired as Claire Edwards speaks to Allison Holzer from Inspire Corps.

www.inspirecorps.com

www.connecticut.consciouscapitalism.org

The Curious Capitalist – Lee Cruz (CFGNH)

Thu, 07 May 2020 03:37:00 -0500

Episode 7

On this episode we speak to Lee Cruz from The Community Foundation for Greater New Haven.

www.cfgnh.org

www.connecticut.consciouscapitalism.org

The Curious Capitalist – Eric Francis (Trifecta Ecosystems)

Mon, 24 Feb 2020 11:43:00 -0500

Episode 6

On this episode we speak to Eric Francis who is a first-generation farmer and passionate about changing our local food ecosystems, one conversation, one salad, and one step at a time.

www.trifectaecosystems.com/

www.connecticut.consciouscapitalism.org/

The Curious Capitalist – Sarah Bodley (reSET)

Mon, 24 Feb 2020 11:41:00 -0500

Episode 5

Get ready to reSET as we speak to Sarah Bodley from the Hartford based social enterprise trust.

www.resetco.org

www.connecticut.consciouscapitalism.org

The Curious Capitalist – Jennifer Smithberger (Seedership)

Mon, 24 Feb 2020 11:39:00 -0500

Episode 4

On this episode, our host Claire Edwards speaks to Jennifer Smithberger about the creation of Seedership.

www.seedership.com

www.connecticut.consciouscapitalism.org

The Curious Capitalist – Glen McDermott (Red Rock Branding)

Tue, 26 Nov 2019 18:51:00 -0500

Episode 3

On this episode we speak to Glen McDermott about Conscious Capitalism and Red Rock Branding in Connecticut.

www.redrockbranding.com

www.connecticut.consciouscapitalism.org

The Curious Capitalist – Gavin Watson (Watson Inc)

Tue, 05 Nov 2019 14:04:00 -0500

Episode 2

Gavin Watson describes what it takes to be a conscious manufacturer.

www.watson-inc.com

www.connecticut.consciouscapitalism.org

The Curious Capitalist – Larry Bingaman (Regional Water Authority)

Fri, 11 Oct 2019 19:41:00 -0500

Episode 1

Claire Edwards speaks to the current Chair of the Connecticut Chapter of Conscious Capitalism and President and CEO of the Regional Water Authority.