Conversation with Nigel Barker, Photographer & Entrepreneur
Nigel Barker shares his perspective on the need for brands to be thoughtful about what they stand for, who they support, and how they connect with consumers, whether it’s through social media or in a physical environment. Real passion and positive energy is contagious.
Conversation with John Matthews, CEO, AVRIO Footwear
John Matthews shares his journey in building AVRIO Footwear, a sustainable and transparent footwear brand that uses algae and other organic components. He discusses the need to build business communities that share ideas, technologies and innovations to build a more sustainable future.
Conversation with Cheryl Stallworth, Co-Founder, ShedLight
Cheryl Stallworth shares her vast experience on developing international brands. She challenges business leaders to “get out of their bubbles,” beyond their own communities, and strive to engage more benevolently and authentically with customers.
Conversation with Valerie Mayén, Founder, YellowcakeShop
Valerie Mayén discusses her ongoing work to create a more sustainable fashion company that puts her employees, customers and the environment at the forefront of all her business decisions. She also shares her insights as a Latina entrepreneur.
Bonus Episode: Communities of Scale
In this bonus episode, we share our perspectives on the Covid-19 pandemic and how it’s effected our personal and work lives. We discuss the opportunities that may emerge from this crisis, with a hope that businesses will think more humanistically and instead of rushing to build economies of scale, consider creating communities of scale.