Best Chris Kushner Podcasts (2024)

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CC 28 | Mar Kushner: Survive to Thrive One Step at a Time 1:00:20

2h ago1:00:20

1:00:20

Click to text Bruce now! In this episode of Consuming Careers, we’re meeting with Mar Kushner. Now, you’ve probably never heard of Mar Kushner, but I’ve been working with Mar for the last 4 years, but it wasn’t until 2 years ago that I got a chance to hear her inspiring story of perseverance. Raised in Pakistan, a casualty of an arranged marriage t…

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WeaveGrid: Apoorv Bhargava 1:14:00

28d ago1:14:00

1:14:00

🪩Disco,⚡️Energy Efficiency, 🚗EV Grid, 🎤Karaoke, and 💡More Fellow Climate Warriors, welcome to another episode of Climate Tech Cocktails! Climate Tech Cocktails is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support our work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. It’s all 🍸Bombay Sapphire,🍸Citadelle Gin, disco-balled cocktail sha…

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CC 27 | Chris Carneal: Grit and the Art of Creating Culture 1:06:47

1M ago1:06:47

1:06:47

Click to text Bruce now! It’s been said that ‘culture is what we make of the world around us’. It’s episode 27 of Consuming Careers podcast, and we’re meeting with Chris Carneal, founder and CEO of Booster. And if you’re not familiar with Booster, you’re gonna hear all about it in a few minutes. But more than just a successful company, there’s a bi…

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CC 26 | Cathy Cox: Shattering the Glass Ceiling with a Life of Servant Leadership 1:02:42

2M ago1:02:42

1:02:42

Click to text Bruce now! On this week’s episode of Consuming Careers, we’re meeting with Cathy Cox, the President of Georgia College and State University in Milledgeville, Georgia. And if you don’t know Cathy, then you’re in for a real treat! Born and raised in Bainbridge, Georgia, Cathy's journey is a remarkable blend of journalism, law, politics …

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Yard Stick: Chris Tolles 1:17:46

2M ago1:17:46

1:17:46

🌱 Soil health,💡Agricultural innovation, 🤝Humanitarian Aid,🌱Carbon offset, and💥More Fellow Climate Warriors, welcome to another episode of Climate Tech Cocktails! Climate Tech Cocktails is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support our work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Today, Matt is joined by Chris Tolles, Co-…

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CC 25 | Caleb Bonsi: Third Culture Kid - From Ghana to LinkedIn 48:47

3M ago48:47

48:47

Click to text Bruce now! On this weeks’ episode of Consuming Careers, we’re sitting down with Caleb Bonsi, a young professional who shares his journey to discover purpose and meaning in his work, as he endeavors to integrate his Ghanaian roots into his career at LinkedIn and beyond. He also shares his experience of working at LinkedIn, as well as t…

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CC 24 | Chris Gabriel: The Generous Path to Success 59:29

3M ago59:29

59:29

Click to text Bruce now! Have you heard of the “Paradox of Generosity”? It goes like this: the more you give, the better off you are; but, very few people are especially generous. Why is that? This week on Consuming Careers, we’re meeting with Chris Gabriel who discovered his purpose and passion (and his training) has equipped him to not only be ge…

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CC 23 | Russ Yeager: Finding a Healthy Balance in the Fitness Industry 1:00:49

3M ago1:00:49

1:00:49

Click to text Bruce now! I’ve been working since I was about 14 yrs old, and though I’ve tried to stay healthy, I haven’t really given much thought to what impact fitness might have on my career. On this week’s episode of Consuming Careers, we’re meeting with Russ Yeager, a renowned fitness expert and trainer, who shares his encouraging journey fro…

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Jack Oslan: Diamond Age 1:19:09

3M ago1:19:09

1:19:09

🌱 Vertical Farming⚙️Construction Automation,💡Innovative Disruption and 💥 More! Joining Matt and his Athenaeum Whiskey today is the man, the myth, the legend - and Matt’s dear friend and mentor - Jack Oslan. This fantastically successful co-founder of the two blockbuster start-ups, Plenty and Diamond Age, comes armed with some Maker's Mark Reserve t…

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CC 22 | Joe Oquist: GenAI, Robotics & Tai Chi 49:08

3M ago49:08

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Click to text Bruce now! On this episode of Consuming Careers, we spend some time with Joe Oquist, a recognized thought leader in the areas of Generative AI, Humanoid Robotics and Quantum Computing. We discuss how GenAI is impacting the future of work, the influence it will have in our daily lives, and some practical steps you can take to stay info…

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CC 21 | Laurie Gray: Customer Experience, Impostor Syndrome and Rock Crawling 1:06:35

5M ago1:06:35

1:06:35

Click to text Bruce now! Let's be honest, who among us hasn't felt like they were in way over their heads at some point? On this week’s episode of Consuming Careers, we're blessed to have the incredible Laurie Gray with us. She shares her deeply personal journey through something many of us can relate to - impostor syndrome. Yep, she's been there, …

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CC 20 | Leroy Hite: The Man Who’s Making Firewood Sexy 1:03:32

5M ago1:03:32

1:03:32

Click to text Bruce now! Hey Friends, this week on Consuming Careers, I want to introduce you to a man who's taken a simple, everyday thing, like firewood, and turned it into a luxury experience. His name is Leroy Hite, the visionary founder of Cutting Edge Firewood. From their hub in Atlanta, Georgia, Cutting Edge Firewood delivers kiln dried fire…

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EVRNU: Stacy Flynn 1:17:53

5M ago1:17:53

1:17:53

Matt welcomes Stacy Flynn, CEO & Co-Founder at EVRNU, to the podcast this week to enjoy some impressive Willamette Valley Pinot Noirs, and to discuss everything from Happy Gilmore and Prince to the ways in which her company is reshaping fashion's environmental impact. Together, they review Stacy’s unique career trajectory and how it has her led to …

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CC 19 | Andre’ Kennebrew: Winning the Heart at Chick-fil-A 50:53

5M ago50:53

50:53

Click to text Bruce now! Talk about leaving a legacy… What if you could directly influence the customer experience of millions of people who visit one of America’s most successful restaurant chains? On this weeks’ episode of Consuming Careers, we’re meeting with Andre’ Kennebrew who, over his 15 year career with Chick-fil-A, was directly responsibl…

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CC 18 | Quincy Carter: MLB/SEC/NFL Success to Addiction and Redemption 55:07

6M ago55:07

55:07

Click to text Bruce now! How many 2-sport professional athletes can you name? Jim Thorpe, Tim Tebow, Deion Sanders, Bo Jackson…? On this weeks’ episode of Consuming Careers, I had the privilege of having a very transparent conversation with another 2-sport pro athlete, Quincy Carter. You may remember Quincy as a former Chicago Cubs minor league out…

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CC 17 | Louis Gump and his Journey through Intrapreneurship 1:15:30

6M ago1:15:30

1:15:30

Click to text Bruce now! I’ve always loved a good story about entrepreneurship, but today, we're going to talk about something a little different - intrapreneurship. On this episode of Consuming Careers, I’m thrilled to share a brisk conversation I recently had with the brilliant Louis Gump. Louis has just penned an insightful book called "The Insi…

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Cruz Foam: John Felts 1:22:18

6M ago1:22:18

1:22:18

We’re in a Manhattan state of mind this week as John Felts, Co-founder & CEO of Cruz Foam, bends an elbow, sharing the waves Cruz Foam is making in the sustainable packaging. Propelled by a deep connection with the ocean, powerfully forged in childhood, John’s journey from surfer to scientist and entrepreneur has inspired a mission to provide a nat…

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CC 16 | Paul Masters: Accidental Entrepreneur, Franchise Owner, and Executive Coach 58:48

6M ago58:48

58:48

Click to text Bruce now! Entrepreneurship often comes in many flavors: and some people thrust themselves into it, and others have it thrust upon them. This week on Consuming Careers, I’m meeting with Paul Masters, who fell “accidentally” into a lifelong career of entrepreneurship, and learned that it was exactly where he needed to be. Not without h…

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CC 15 | Chris Schramm and His Trade of a Lifetime 57:30

7M ago57:30

57:30

Click to text Bruce now! Have you ever thought of trading in your career to pursue a lifetime dream? I’m sure we all have at one time or another. On this weeks’ episode of Consuming Careers we’re sitting down with Chris Schramm who, along with his wife Renee, traded in his lucrative career and comfortable suburban lifestyle for a 52 foot yacht, and…

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CC 14 | Ian Mitchell: Awakened to Combat Human Trafficking 1:02:36

7M ago1:02:36

1:02:36

Click to text Bruce now! I think you’d agree that one of the most tragic artifacts of today’s society is the proliferation of human trafficking. In this weeks’ episode of Consuming Careers, we’re meeting with Ian Mitchell, who, while on his quest for a meaningful purpose in his life, was awakened to the horrors of human trafficking. Slowly, he bega…

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CC 13 | Mark Myers: Finding Clarity and Purpose while Navigating the Void 48:36

7M ago48:36

48:36

Click to text Bruce now! As Yogi Berra once said, “When you come to a fork in the road, take it.” In this weeks’ episode of Consuming Careers, we’re spending time with Mark Myers, who, after 20yrs in the electronics industry, found himself facing a life-altering tragedy: the loss of his youngest daughter to childhood cancer. In the aftermath, Mark …

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Modern Hydrogen: Tony Pan 1:11:44

7M ago1:11:44

1:11:44

In this episode, we’re kicking back with a couple of diet cokes (one with gin 😜) as we dive into the life history of Co-Founder and CEO of Modern Hydrogen, Tony Pan. From Taiwan to Scotland to Harvard, the brilliant Tony Pan shares the path that led him to Modern Hydrogen. After working for Goldman Sachs, Tony springboarded into the world of climat…

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CC 12 | Ricky Steele and His Heart for Networking 1:01:46

8M ago1:01:46

1:01:46

Click to text Bruce now! If you work, then you’re all too familiar with networking. But do you network to make a sale or to truly make a difference? In this weeks’ episode of Consuming Careers, I’m meeting with Ricky Steele who has invested his life in investing in others. Ricky has become one of the most well known and respected business developer…

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CC 11 | Kitti Murray and the “Work of Welcome” at Refuge Coffee 1:00:04

8M ago1:00:04

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Click to text Bruce now! Maybe you’ve heard it said that “God doesn’t call the equipped, but equips those He calls.” In this week's episode of Consuming Careers, we’re sitting down with Kitti Murray, who, with her husband Bill, saw a need in the Atlanta refugee community for jobs, skills training, and a place where refugees could feel welcomed. Ans…

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CC 10 | Chad Parsons: Launching Out Into Authenticity 1:00:04

8M ago1:00:04

1:00:04

Click to text Bruce now! Have you ever had one of those jobs where you thought it was your calling, but it just turned out to be a soul draining experience? In this weeks’ episode we’re speaking with Chad Parsons who shares his experience of growing up in a rather dysfunctional home, and how he learned that the path to a more fulfilling career come…

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CC 9 | Anthony Roman: Passion Fueled by Purpose and Grit 48:13

8M ago48:13

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Click to text Bruce now! When life punches you in the face and demands every ounce of your energy and attention to persevere, how would you respond? In this week’s episode of Consuming Careers, we sit down with Anthony Roman who shares how his life has been shaped by unexpected obstacles, and how those challenges left him no alternative but to dig …

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CC 8 | Kurt Kandler: Taking a Radical “Next Right Step” 56:39

9M ago56:39

56:39

Click to text Bruce now! How do you find the courage and strength to redefine your career when the “next right step” can lead you down a radical path into very unfamiliar territory? In this episode of Consuming Careers, we’re meeting with Kurt Kandler who, at a crossroads in his career, took what he believed was the next right step to follow an une…

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CC 7 | Jeremy Garlington and the Power of Point of View 35:47

9M ago35:47

35:47

Click to text Bruce now! Have you ever considered the power of having a clearly defined point of view? In this episode of Consuming Careers, we’re talking with Jeremy Garlington who has spent his career, not only guiding leaders in articulating their unique points of view, but also shares how his personal point of view has evolved while navigating …

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Brimstone: Cody Finke 1:08:01

9M ago1:08:01

1:08:01

In this episode, we drink Bill Alebrton’s version of the sneaky pete (rose + lager) with Cody Finke, co-founder and CEO of Brimstone. Cody's chemically charged adventures will react with your curiosity. He shares his time spent on a commercial lobster boat, living in his car and a tent, hiking the country’s mountains, and working on solving India’s…

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CC 6 | McGimsey Brothers: 40 Years of Friendship, Insights and Antics 56:37

9M ago56:37

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Click to text Bruce now! In this episode we’re going to do something a little different, and to be honest, something a bit self-indulgent. Recently, I spent the weekend at an Asheville mountain cabin with several close friends including three brothers that I interviewed for this podcast. As you’ll see, each has quite a different career path, point …

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CC 5 | Jeff Feldhahn: Harvard, God and Trusting the Call 1:09:26

9M ago1:09:26

1:09:26

Click to text Bruce now! Is it really possible to have a calling or a purpose? If so, is it possible to know your calling… with certainty and clarity? In this episode of Consuming Careers, we’re meeting with Jeff Feldhahn who shares his experience of how he found his calling and the principles he applied to finding clarity in his purpose. You can c…

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CC 4 | Brandon Lee: Building Culture out of Pain and Purpose 1:23:16

9M ago1:23:16

1:23:16

Click to text Bruce now! Many of us carry baggage through our lives that often impact our work and our relationships. In this episode, we explore the career of Brandon Lee, how he came to terms with the wounds of his youth and how he’s directing that pain into building workplace cultures that produce flourishing businesses and families. You can con…

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CC 3 | David Slagle and Pulling the Thread of ‘Calling’ through your Career 1:15:23

10M ago1:15:23

1:15:23

Click to text Bruce now! The idea of having a “calling” can be confusing and elusive. Should I expect to be ‘called’ into a career before jumping in? Do I only have one calling on my life? Can my calling change? In this episode, we’ll explore the career of David Slagle as he navigated into the healthcare industry, then into pastoral ministry, then …

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Introducing: The Justice Team Network 1:49

10M ago1:49

1:49

Welcome to the Justice Team Network. The ultimate community for lawyers and legal enthusiasts. The Justice Team Network is a unique hub where legal professionals can stay up-to-date with the latest industry happenings, refer cases, and stream their favorite legal shows. Sit back, get cozy, and take a look around. Join us at JTN to unlock a world of…

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Lightship: Toby Kraus 55:00

10M ago55:00

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In this episode, we drink a couple beers with with Toby Kraus, Co-Founder and CEO of Lightship. Toby, an EV OG, walks us through his love of the outdoors, his journey from Wall Street to Tesla, and how he helped build the first electric travel trailer. So pack a bag and join us as we hit the road to explore how Lightship is forging the future of th…

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CC 2 | Game McGimsey: Volcanoes and Grizzlies 1:37:59

10M ago1:37:59

1:37:59

Click to text Bruce now! Pursuing your passion can be hard work and take a lifetime to fulfill. In this episode, we explore the unique experience of Game McGimsey, a volcanologist with a long career committed to a single passion. We’ll also delve into the rewards often only available to those who are willing to fully commit themselves, and their li…

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CC 1 | Mitch Lewandowski and What Drives His Passion for “Others First” 1:13:05

10M ago1:13:05

1:13:05

Click to text Bruce now! Finding purpose in your career (and life) is often found when you don’t actually focus on your career. In this episode, Mitch Lewandowski will challenge you to think ‘others first’ and give you some practical tools that demonstrate “when you elevate the tide of others, you rise with that same tide.” You can connect with Mit…

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Introducing: Consuming Careers 2:15

11M ago2:15

2:15

Click to text Bruce now! Introducing a brand new podcast about finding passion, purpose and perseverance in the work we do every day: Consuming Careers. You can check out an overview right here and tune in every week for new episodes! About Bruce Smith: Over the past 40 years, I’ve covered a lot of ground in my career: white collar, blue collar, co…

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Fork & Good: Niyati Gupta 1:18:44

11M ago1:18:44

1:18:44

In this episode, we’re grabbing a drink with Niyati Gupta, co-founder and CEO of Fork & Good. Ever wondered how cultivated meat can help combat climate change? Or how hydroponics can revolutionize the way we look at food safety? This episode, we sit down with Niyati Gupta, the co-founder and CEO of Fork & Good, a startup pioneering new ways to addr…

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Ryan Kushner Interviews Matt Myers 1:16:59

1y ago1:16:59

1:16:59

Fellow Climate Warriors, welcome to a very special episode of Climate Tech Cocktails. It’s been a minute since the first episode of Climate Tech Cocktails was released, 1,051,200 minutes to be exact (2 years). To celebrate this milestone, Team CTC asked Matt if he’d be willing to sit down and chat with his climate tech colleague and close friend, R…

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Regrow: Anastasia Volkova 1:10:45

1y ago1:10:45

1:10:45

In this episode, we’re grabbing a drink with Anastasia Volkova, co-founder and CEO of Regrow. Regrow’s mission is to make resilient agriculture ubiquitous. On every acre. Globally. Our vision is for agriculture to be driven by science and technology to restore the environmental balance globally to nourish the population and be equitable for everyon…

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Zero Acre Farms: Jeff Nobbs 1:04:54

1y ago1:04:54

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Fellow Climate Warriors, welcome to another episode of Climate Tech Cocktails. In this episode, we’re grabbing a drink with Jeff Nobbs, co-founder and CEO of Zero Acre Farms. Zero Acre Farms is on a mission to remove destructive vegetable oils from the food system. And we’re not going to stop until restaurant deep fryers, home pantries, and package…

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The Climate Not Too Late Show 31:49

1+ y ago31:49

31:49

Fellow Climate Warriors, ICYMI: 🎥 Check out our very first Climate Not Too Late Show with Matt Myers on the YouTubes HERE featuring guests Darko Mandich, Paul Robertson and Maricel Saenz! 🎧We’re happy to announce that the audio version of the show is now also LIVE to listen to wherever you get your podcasts. 📻 Listen to the episode on Spotify, Appl…

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Synonym: Edward Shenderovich 1:16:22

1+ y ago1:16:22

1:16:22

Fellow Climate Warriors, welcome to another episode of Climate Tech Cocktails. In this episode, we’re grabbing a drink with Edward Shenderovich, co-founder and CEO of Synonym… “Synonym is accelerating the world's biological future by developing, financing, and building commercial-scale biomanufacturing facilities. We provide synthetic biology (synb…

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Floodbase: Bessie Schwarz 1:11:32

1+ y ago1:11:32

1:11:32

Fellow Climate Warriors, welcome to another episode of Climate Tech Cocktails. In this episode, we’re grabbing a drink with Bessie Schwarz, co-founder and CEO of Floodbase (Formally known as Cloud to Street)… “Floodbase has pioneered the field of satellite flood tracking, with our science appearing on the cover of Nature in 2021. Our Flood Intellig…

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Vibrant Planet: Allison Wolff 1:18:47

1+ y ago1:18:47

1:18:47

Fellow Climate Warriors, welcome to another episode of Climate Tech Cocktails. In this episode, we’re grabbing a drink with Allison Wolff, co-founder and CEO of Vibrant Planet. “Vibrant Planet harnesses data-driven science and cloud-based technology to help make communities and ecosystems more resilient in the face of climate change. Our goal is to…

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Shiok Meats: Sandhya Sriram 1:02:49

1+ y ago1:02:49

1:02:49

🌊🍤 Shrimp, Stem Cells, Star Trek 🚀 Orange Juice 🍊 and more! In this episode, we’re grabbing a drink with Sandhya Sriram, co-founder and CEO of Shiok Meats. Shiok Meats is the world’s first cultivated crustacean meat company, and Southeast Asia’s first cultivated seafood company. “Shiok” is a local slang that means fantastic, delicious, and simply, …

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Demex Group: Steve Bennett 1:28:15

1+ y ago1:28:15

1:28:15

Fellow Climate Warriors, welcome to another episode of Climate Tech Cocktails. In this episode, we’re grabbing a drink with Steve Bennett, co-founder, and chief climate officer of the Demex Group - the first company to offer comprehensive solutions for assessing and transferring climate risks at scale. Demex uses modeling to evaluate weather risk a…

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Holiday Throwback: LanzaTech: Jennifer Holmgren 1:10:49

1+ y ago1:10:49

1:10:49

👩‍✈️Jennifer Holmgren, CEO of LanzaTech on the premise of LanzaTech: “What we need to come to is a world where there is no such thing as waste. Where waste is feedstock or the way you make everything else.” Jennifer has over 20 years of experience in the energy sector including a proven track record in the development and commercialization of fuels…

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