The Curious Capitalist

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

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...

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

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

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...

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.connecti...

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

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

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

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

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

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

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...

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

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 toward...

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

Episode 25 In this episode, we speak with Michael Wass from Terracycle. www.connecticut.consciouscapitalism.org www.terracycle.com

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

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

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

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

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/consciousc...

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/

Episode 20 On this edition, we chat with Lynne Stoddard from Sustainable CT. www.sustainablect.org www.connecticut.consciouscapitalism.org/

Episode 19 On this edition, we chat with Andy Posner from the Capital Good Fund. www.capitalgoodfund.org www.connecticut.consciouscapitalism.org