Best Stanley Black & Decker Podcasts (2024)

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What’s the connection? Jonathan Strickland reflects on a season full of Restless Ones. 11:34

10M ago11:34

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With the end of another great season of The Restless Ones, Jonathan looks back on some of the guests and conversations we’ve heard from. With some truly inspiring leaders, driving change at the intersection of technology and business, he reflects on the common themes throughout these discussions and the consistent thread that connects them all - co…

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“Life Out Here”: Building a Stronger Community Through Network Connectivity: Rob Mills, EVP, Chief Technology, Digital Commerce, and Strategy Officer, Tractor Supply Company 24:23

11M ago24:23

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The local convenience store - the cornerstone of rural America, once a one-stop shop for everything from farming and pet supplies to household goods and homemade apple pies. Fast forward to today where those same stores are providing network connectivity, technology infrastructure, and operating efficiency to bustling farming communities. With inte…

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Laying an Innovative Foundation for Fresh Tracks and Unprecedented Experiences: Tim April, EVP and CIO, Vail Resorts 30:44

11M ago30:44

30:44

Many people visit resorts to relax and take a break from their daily routines. However, for resort managers, disconnecting from technology is not an option if they want to provide a great guest experience. To ensure guest satisfaction, including catering to their preferences, reducing wait times, and improving services, resorts need to have a const…

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The Evolution of Technology: From Today’s Impact to Tomorrow’s Innovations: A Conversation with Phillipa Leighton-Jones, Senior Vice President of The Trust with the Wall Street Journal, and Matt Griffin ... 38:51

12M ago38:51

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The word “innovation” usually evokes new ways of thinking, acting, and accelerating what’s possible, but none of that means much if it doesn’t deliver meaningful results. So, when it comes to gauging innovation’s impact, Phillipa Leighton Jones and Matt Griffin are particularly well attuned. In this special episode recorded live from Mobile World C…

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ESG Matters Interview with Tim Weiss, CEO of Optera 19:33

1y ago19:33

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In this episode I interview Tim Weiss, CEO of Optera. Weiss discusses the obstacles companies have to overcome when managing Scope 3 emissions, the impact of potential government regulations in the US on Scope 3, and the potential competitive advantage of companies that successfully manager Scope 3 emissions.…

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How Integrated Technologies and a Startup Mentality are Delivering on the Promise of Omnichannel Retail: A Conversation with Seemantini Godbole 27:17

1y ago27:17

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A world where customers can buy everything they want, whenever and wherever they want isn’t 100% there—but it’s pretty close. And perhaps no company has been up for that challenge as much as Lowe’s. In this episode of The Restless Ones, I had the chance to sit down with Seemantini Godbole, EVP and CIO of Lowe’s Companies, Inc., whose early start as…

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ESG Matters Interview with Chris Peacock, Founder and CEO of Agcor 17:15

1y ago17:15

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In this episode, Chris Peacock, Founder and CEO of Agcor discusses a range of topics. Peacock discusses how critical it is for the Agricultural economy be a part of the solution for a sustainable future, what are the barriers farmers face when adopting ESG practices and polices, and the impact of climate fintech will have over the next 5-10 years.…

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Empowering the Visionaries in Science: A Conversation with Mike Wondrasch, Executive Vice President and CIO, Avantor Sciences 25:28

1y ago25:28

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Building blocks are a critical part of almost any private or corporate mission to reach success and scale. They let executives quickly assemble a foundation for the rest of their plans to be built on – but how are the actual building blocks getting built? Enter Avantor, who is using advancements in connectivity, data, and computing power to “set sc…

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ESG Matters Interview with Kim Dabbs, Global VP of ESG and Social Innovation at Steelcase 18:05

1y ago18:05

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In this episode I interview Kim Dabbs, Global VP of ESG and Social Innovation at Steelcase. Dabbs discusses the career path into ESG, outlining the. value of ESG and Social Innovation programming and goals to stakeholders, and her organization, To Belonging.By Amath Gomis

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How Climate Change is Driving Innovation in Emergency Management: Sonia Kastner, Founder and CEO, Pano AI 30:46

1y ago30:46

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As the impacts of climate change continue to escalate, public and private sector organizations find themselves in urgent need of innovation. Emergency management has been grappling with outdated tools and insufficient tech investment for decades. Companies such as Pano AI are stepping up to mitigate and better prepare for further crises with a new …

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ESG Matters Interview with Kate Gaertner, Founder of TripleWin Advisory 29:44

1y ago29:44

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In this episode, I interview Kate Gaertner, Founder of TripleWin Advisory. Gaertner discusses what led to the founding of TripleWin Advisory, Circular Economy, and how small and medium sized companies can participate in ESG.By Amath Gomis

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Delivering Last-Mile Innovation – How Clevon is Making Logistics Safer, Simpler, and More Sustainable: A Conversation with Sander Sebastian Agur 21:59

1y ago21:59

21:59

Autonomous vehicles open up a world of possibilities. From supporting more efficient roadways and improving delivery reach to mitigate labor shortages and fostering a cleaner environment, there are many use cases. So where do companies focus their efforts to make an impact? For one company, they decided to tackle one of the most challenging use cas…

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Gatekeepers of the Network: Educating Users to Enable Safer Innovation: Mike Anderson, Chief Digital and Information Officer, Netskope 28:02

1y ago28:02

28:02

For decades securing a corporate network was as simple as securing your home office. Global workforces, outside partners, and widespread mobile access have changed that challenge into a seemingly endless set of attack surfaces for CIOs to battle.  Whether it’s a website, SAAS app, or a program running in a corporate data center, 5G is moving that t…

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ESG Matters Interview with Matt Wallace, Chief Technology Officer of Faction 25:26

1y ago25:26

25:26

In this episode Matt Wallace, Chief Technology Officer of Faction. Wallace discusses modern big data solutions can help ESG by providing the insights and information they need to identify and manage risks and opportunities, enhance transparency and accountability, improve decision-making, meet regulatory requirements, and improve reporting framewor…

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The Power of Public-Private Partnerships in Shaping Education: Dr. Amy Novak, President, St. Ambrose University & Dr. Kiesha King, Senior National Education Administrator, T-Mobile for Education 28:54

1y ago28:54

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Education has a dual challenge of not only keeping up with the scores of information and knowledge developed every day, it must also keep up with the changing ways we learn and consume content. Education is also too valuable of a tool to be isolated to the financially or geographically fortunate. Connected technologies, paired with 5G, are helping …

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ESG Matters Interview with Dr. Daniel Fitzgerald, Product Sustainability Sr. Director at Stanley Black & Decker, Inc. 25:11

1y ago25:11

25:11

Dr. Fitzgerald, discusses how he has been able to incorporate circularity principles into his work. Dr. Fitzgerald also provides insight into strategies other professionals looking to incorporate the circular economy can benefit from as well.By Amath Gomis

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Spearheading More Productive Healthcare through People-Centric Process and Technology: Peter Fleischut, M.D.; Group Senior Vice President and Chief Information and Transformation Officer, NewYork-Presbyterian ... 25:43

1y ago25:43

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In the medical field, the ability to transfer and interpret data in real time can be the difference between life and death. That data needs to be of high quality, moved at a high speed, and handled with the highest safeguards possible to ensure patients and their providers can receive and provide the most effective care. Building the processes that…

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ESG Matters Interview with Dan Romito, Consulting Partner at Pickering Energy Partners 34:04

1+ y ago34:04

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Dan Romito is a consulting partner at Pickering Energy Partners focused capital market strategies, messaging and pragmatic ESG implementation. Over the course of his career, Dan has advised several hundred private companies, public issuers, and asset managers on how to optimize capital deployment strategies, pursue quality pools of capital and empl…

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Revolutionizing the Trucking Industry—A Connected Journey of Innovation: Danny Lilley, CTO, Werner Enterprises 23:06

1+ y ago23:06

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Logistics are a critical component to the success of any business, and transportation companies invest heavily in mastering it. Whether it’s managing customer orders, corporate fleets, or the employees that “drive” the business forward, progress is accelerating in a 5G-connected era. Companies such as Werner Enterprises have embraced 5G-enabled tec…

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Season 4: The Return of The Restless Ones 2:37

1+ y ago2:37

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Returning for season four of the Restless Ones, an original podcast from T-Mobile for Business and iHeartRadio, host, Jonathan Strickland sits down with some of the most forward-thinking technology leaders—those at the intersection of technology and business—to explore their unique missions, challenges, and approaches to driving their organizations…

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ESG Matters: Interview with Eric Ross, Chief Strategist of Cascend Securities 25:13

1+ y ago25:13

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Eric Ross, Chief Strategist of Cascend Securities discusses the potential impact of climate risks on companies. He also discusses climate risk data can help organizations make more informed strategic discussions.By Amath Gomis

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ESG Matters: Interview with Katica Roy, CEO of Pipeline Equity 24:26

1+ y ago24:26

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Katica Roy is a gender economist, former Global 500 executive, programmer, data scientist, and the CEO and founder of award-winning SaaS company, Pipeline Equity. Pipeline Equity works to eradicate intersectional gender inequity by making awareness actionable at the individual and corporate levels. Katica discusses the impact of gender inequity on …

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ESG Matters: Interview with Justin Bean, author of "What Could Go Right? Designing Our IdealFuture to Emerge from Continual Crises into a Thriving World" 27:24

1+ y ago27:24

27:24

Justin Bean is an impact-focused leader with global expertise working with organizations around the world, from Fortune 500s and governments to Silicon Valley startups, Bean brings a fresh, hopeful perspective to a world in crisis. In his new book, What Could Go Right? Designing Our IdealFuture to Emerge from Continual Crises into a Thriving World,…

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ESG Matters: Interview with Eddy Badrina CEO of Eden Green Technology 22:57

1+ y ago22:57

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Eddy Badrina is the CEO of Eden Green Technology, a vertical farming technology company that helps folks around the world sustainably grow large amounts of food using less land, water, and energy. Outside of his leadership position at Eden Green, he is a board member at Seed Effect, a micro-lending non-profit focused on fostering economic stability…

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ESG Matters: Interview with Richard Blundell Sustainability Leader | Entrepreneur/CEO | Board Member | Educator | Mentor | TEDx Speaker 23:58

1+ y ago23:58

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Richard Blundell, is a Global Sustainability, and Innovation leader with over 40 years of executive management experience in the technology sector. Richard led the Cleantech Venture Services Group, the largest tech hub in Canada, comprised of 250 startups focused on Sustainability/ESG. Richard provides senior leadership to cleantech ventures dedica…

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ESG Matters: Interview with William Szamosszegi, CEO & Founder at Sazmining 23:29

1+ y ago23:29

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I interview, William Szamosszegi, CEO & Founder at Sazmining . William's goal is simple: Improve humanity’s relationship with both money and energy. He and his team at Sazmining provide an economic incentive to capture harmful emissions such as methane. Their hydroelectric hosting facilities sustainably power bitcoin mining rigs for use by retail i…

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ESG Matters: Interview with Charles Ashwanden, Crux's ESG Lead 27:57

1+ y ago27:57

27:57

I interview, Charles Ashwanden, Crux's Asset Management and ESG Lead. Crux offers a managed data engineering service that helps organizations scale their most critical data delivery, operations, and transformation needs. Ashwanden discusses, ESG governance, data collection, the increasing scrunity of ESG data by regulators, and challenges on data u…

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ESG Matters: Interview with Tony Calandro 21:00

1+ y ago21:00

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In this episode, I interview Tony Calandro, founder of Purposeful Strategies. Purposeful Strategies is a values-centric consultancy founded on the principle that business can be a force for good and that customers are more loyal to brands that are aligned with their values. Calandro discusses the backlash against corporate ESG practices, sometimes …

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ESG Matters: Interview with Martial Combari, Director of Structured Finance at Metrus Energy 27:19

1+ y ago27:19

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In this interview with Martial Combari, Director of Structured Finance at Metrus Energy, he discusses the trends in sustainable energy finance, how sustainable finance differs from traditional finance, the challenges of financing sustainablity projects, and how developing economies can meet the demands of sustainable finance and growing their econo…

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ESG Matters: Interview with Ted Dhillon Co-Founder & CEO at FigBytes 29:26

2y ago29:26

29:26

Ted Dhillon Co-Founder & CEO at FigBytes, discussed the need for ESG data insights that FigBytes solves, the importance of data for ESG action plans, water being the new Carbon, and predictions for ESG overall within the next 5-10 years.By Amath Gomis

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ESG Matters: Interview with Daniele Horton Founder & CEO at Verdani Partner 27:08

2y ago27:08

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Daniele Horton, Founder & CEO at Verdani Partner discusses, what inspired the creation of Verdani Partner, ways companies can leverage ESG consultants to get the best results, and the future of ESG in the US and abroad. More about Daniele Horton: Horton brings over 23 years of experience in corporate sustainability, real estate and project manageme…

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Navigating Innovation - Adapting the Sport of Sailing to Foster Competition and a Growing Fanbase: Russell Coutts, CEO, SailGP 24:53

2y ago24:53

24:53

Sailing the high seas has been a right of trade, survival, and sport for as long as time. For centuries, advancements came at a slow pace. Navigating through the stars and elementary improvements in shipbuilding eventually progressed with the technology age into data-based advanced tracking of currents and GPS navigation capabilities. The advent of…

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Where Data & Response Times Matter Most – How 5G is making a difference in patient outcomes: Ray Bajaj, Chief Technology, Cardinal Health 33:28

2y ago33:28

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Technology continues to change every aspect of the healthcare industry. From the treatments, devices, and medicines available to patients, to the supply chain and distribution methods designed to provide access for all. The advent of 5G has had an impact well beyond telemedicine. Connectivity has touched all aspects of the medical field, from the c…

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ESG Matters: Interview with Mandi McReynolds, Head of Global Environment, Social, and Governance at Workiva 24:39

2y ago24:39

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In this episode, I interview Mandi McReynolds, Head of Global Environment, Social, and Governance at Workiva. Workiva’s mission is to power transparent reporting for a better world. We believe that consumers, employees, shareholders, and other stakeholders today expect more from business – more action, transparency, and disclosure of financial and …

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ESG Matters: Interview with Cornell Verdeja-Woodson, Director of Diversity, Equity, and Belonging at Headspace Health 22:40

2y ago22:40

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In this episode I interview Cornell Verdeja-Woodson, Director of Diversity, Equity, and Belonging at Headspace Health. Headspace Health is a leading provider of mental health and wellbeing solutions, touching the lives of over 100 million people in 190 countries. Through its flagship Headspace brand, they provide mindfulness tools for everyday life…

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Setting new records through deeper insights, on and off the field: Danny Miles, Chief Technology Officer, Under Armour 29:47

2y ago29:47

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Perhaps there’s no better place to see how the worlds of high-performance tech and high-performing humans come together than the athletic wear industry. Companies are endlessly evolving their products and, most recently, connected services, to match the demands of customers who are constantly pushing their own limits. The 5G era has ushered in a wa…

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ESG Matters: Interview with Charlene Jackson, Global Chief Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Officer (CDEIO) at Iron Mountain 18:05

2y ago18:05

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In this episode I interview Ms. Charlene Jackson, Global Chief Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Officer (CDEIO) at Iron Mountain. Ms. Jackson discusses her career path, how to influence leaders on the topics of diversity, equity, and inclusion, and how companies can create DEI programs for a multinational employee base.…

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Engaging Customers on Their Terms, in Any Environment: Mani Suri, Chief Information Officer, Ulta Beauty 32:46

2y ago32:46

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If one wants to see how technology can completely change the landscape of business, the retail sector is a great place to start. From creating in-store experiences that continue to attract customers, to hybrid and online solutions that empower 24/7 sales, to the backend systems that power the supply chain, any business that doesn’t keep up with tec…

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ESG Matters: Interview with Francois Rodigari San Jose Water's Director of Corporate Sustainability and Innovation 17:05

2y ago17:05

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In this episode of ESG Matters, Francois Rodigari discusses the state of water, water quality, and how water regulations can improve the quality for all. Francois has decades of experience in water utilities. He oversees the development and implementation of a sustainability program for fostering and leveraging innovation. His prior experience incl…

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Delivering Purpose-Built Hardware Solutions in an Increasingly Software- Defined World: Robert Morcos, Founder and CEO, Social Mobile 32:15

2y ago32:15

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As technology races forward, it is critical for companies to find dynamic hardware solutions that can move as quickly as the technologies available to them. Standard hardware rollouts leave companies with missing features critical to their business needs, unpredictable access to supply and maintenance, and a host of other issues that pop up when th…

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ESG Matters: Interview with Luke Jacobs, co-founder and CEO of Encamp 21:14

2y ago21:14

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This week's guest is Luke Jacobs, CEO and Co-Founder of Encamp. Encamp is an enterprise technology company on a mission to create a world in which what’s good for business can be good for the environment. Jacobs discusses the importance for companies to set up compliance mechanisms to demonstrate adherence to ESG goals or programs.…

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Creating more resilient supply chains by decoupling labor from location: Elliot Katz and Shai Magzimof of Phantom Auto 36:34

2y ago36:34

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The promise of autonomous vehicles and machinery has been on the minds of industries, consumers and science fiction writers for many years. While advancements in AI, Robotics, Edge Computing and 5G Connectivity have gotten us closer to that vision, we are still quite far from computers solely running the show. The brain’s ability to compute and rea…

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ESG Matters: Interview with Katya Hantel, Head of Global Sustainability at Conagra Brands 19:01

2y ago19:01

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Today we have Katya Hantel, Head of Global Sustainability at Conagra Brands. Conagra Brands, Inc. is an American consumer packaged goods company, that makes and sells products under various brand names that are available in supermarkets, restaurants, and food service establishment. In this interview, Hantel discusses intergrating ESG into core busi…

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ESG Matters: Interview with Hugh Shannon, Director of Growth & Operations at OakNorth 21:47

2y ago21:47

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Hugh Shannon, Director of Growth & Operations at OakNorth. OakNorth works with banks across the U.S., to lead businesses toward embracing the future of climate change. Shannon discusses both how banks are assessing climate risks in their loan portfolios, and educating entrepreneurs what are steps they need to take to demonstrate the viability to ba…

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Learning New Ways to Teach – What Educators Can Impact Across People, Process, and Technology: Dr. Robbie Melton, Associate Vice President, SMART Emerging Technology Innovation, Tennessee State University ... 31:17

2y ago31:17

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Ensuring the advancement of education takes committed educators, especially those who are open and unafraid to relearn what’s possible. From understanding new discoveries in science and history, adapting to and embracing emerging points of view, and of course, utilizing new methods of teaching, the field is always evolving. Staying on top of modern…

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ESG Matters: Interview with Jim Giles, Vice President of Net Zero at GreenBiz Group 28:11

2y ago28:11

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Jim Giles discusses a wide range of topics covering Net Zero, Science based Targets, Carbon Markets, and the impact of various Carbon Market schemes on developing economies.By Amath Gomis

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ESG Matters: Interview with Urvashi Bhatnagar ESG Author and Healthcare Leader 19:14

2y ago19:14

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In this episode I interview Urvashi Bhatnagar, who believes global wellness can be achieved through sustained and intentional investment in products and processes that are designed to be inherently sustainable and capturing value from the triple bottom line advantages that sustainability offers. In her upcoming book The Sustainability Scorecard: Ho…

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Making Connections Happen - How 5G Helps Keep Planes In the Air and On Time: Vikram Baskaran, Vice President of IT Services at Alaska Airlines 32:36

2y ago32:36

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With over 45,000 flights and 2 million passengers flying each day, keeping the airline industry on schedule is a herculean task. From mechanics and maintenance crews to flight teams and agents, and the ever-unpredictable mother nature, any of these factors can create a cascading domino effect of delays and cancellations—causing stress for both pass…

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ESG Matters: Interview with Jules Kortenhorst, CEO of Rocky Mountain Institute (RMI) 22:31

2y ago22:31

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In this interview, Jules Kortenhorst, a recognized leader on global energy issues and climate change, discusses an expansive range of topics. Kortenhost outlines his career path, the work of RMI, the impact of geopolitical activity on energy and renewable energy, current and macroeconomic factors that will impact COP27 happening later this year, an…

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ESG Matters: Interview with Gabe Brambila VP of Corporate Sustainability at HealthEquity 18:53

2y ago18:53

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In this epsiode, Gabe Brambila VP of Corporate Sustainability at HealthEquity. HealthEquity is a leading administrator of Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) and other consumer-directed benefits—FSA, HRA, COBRA, and Commuter. Benefits advisors, health plans, and retirement providers partner to help over 14 million members work toward long-term health an…

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