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Tom White on Leading C-Capture: Innovating Carbon Capture & Combating Climate Change
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In this episode of the Human CEO Podcast, we sit down with Tom White, CEO of C-Capture, to delve into his journey and the ground-breaking work his company is doing in carbon capture technology. From leading military cadets to heading a pioneering start-up, Tom shares invaluable insights into leadership, innovation, and the urgent need for sustainable solutions to climate change. Learn how C-Capture is revolutionising the industry and what it takes to lead a team with a shared purpose of decarbonising the world.
Chapters:
0:00 - Introduction
0:03 - Meet Tom White, CEO of C-Capture
0:29 - What is C-Capture?
1:09 - The Mission: Decarbonising Industry
1:34 - Tom's Journey into Leadership
2:13 - Early Leadership Experiences
3:15 - Military Training and Leadership Lessons
4:33 - Volunteering and Professional Growth
5:09 - The Role at C-Capture
6:17 - The Evolution of C-Capture
7:50 - Challenges in Carbon Capture Technology
8:56 - Navigating the "Valley of Death"
9:28 - Funding and Policy Challenges
10:32 - Scaling Up and Team Growth
11:04 - Tom's Leadership Style
12:12 - Adapting Leadership Styles
13:15 - Influences on Tom's Leadership
14:18 - Defining Company Culture
15:30 - Collaboration, Tenacity, and Expertise
16:05 - Inspirational Leadership Quotes
17:12 - Creating a Fearless Organization
18:35 - Balancing Creativity and Financial Pressures
19:01 - The Urgency of Climate Action
19:38 - Funding and Government Support
20:08 - Trust and Accountability in Climate Initiatives
21:42 - The Importance of Immediate Action
22:15 - Inspirational Leaders
23:22 - Recommended Leadership Books
24:29 - What Got You Here Won’t Get You There
25:43 - The Evolution of Personal Values
26:17 - Leadership Bloopers and Lessons Learned
28:42 - The Future of C-Capture
29:51 - Industrial Emissions and Carbon Capture
30:55 - Closing Thoughts and Farewell
Overview: Join us for an engaging conversation with Tom White, the CEO of C-Capture, a leading start-up dedicated to developing innovative carbon capture technology. In this episode, Tom shares his unique journey from military leadership to heading a pioneering company, tackling the urgent issue of climate change. Discover the challenges and triumphs of scaling up a technology that promises to decarbonise industries worldwide. Tom also offers valuable insights into effective leadership, building a purpose-driven team, and the critical role of policy and funding in sustainable innovation. Whether you're interested in environmental sustainability, leadership, or cutting-edge technology, this episode is packed with inspiring stories and actionable advice. Don't miss out on learning from Tom White's experience and vision for a cleaner future.
That's all for today's episode of The Human CEO Podcast! Thanks for tuning in and don't forget to join us next time for more inspiring conversations with human CEOs!
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