Coalition Building with Adrianne Gordon: B Local Asheville, B EOS Network and BLD Southeast, Part 1

In the second part of this two-part series, Nathan Stuck dives further into the depths of inclusivity and leadership with Adrianne Gordon of B Local Asheville, B EOS Network and BLD Southeast. Join us as we delve into how she challenges conventional notions, amplifies diverse voices, and dismantles barriers to access. Discover her refreshing perspective on the delicate balance between passion and self-care, embodied by her philosophy of a "beautifully spiced life." Adrianne's insights on avoiding burnout while championing the B Corp movement are a must-hear. We also unravel the story behind her venture, Practical Insight, and how she guides mission-driven companies toward manageable, measurable progress without sacrificing their team's well-being. Tune in for actionable advice and inspiration to create a meaningful impact without compromising on life's richness.

RESOURCES RELATED TO THIS EPISODE

• Visit adriannegordon.com
• Follow Linkedin.com/in/adriannegordon/ 

CREDITS

• Theme Music🎵ZakharValaha from Pixabay
• Produced by ChatWithLeadersMedia.com 

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In this first of a two part series, Nathan Stuck dives into the world of coalition building and leadership with Adrianne Gordon. Her journey began leading a college gay-straight alliance, igniting her passion for diverse perspectives and genuine connections. Adrianne's unique superpower lies in creating effective structures, leading her to spearhead B Local Asheville's early years. Discover how she merged B Corp values with EOS tools, fostering a community of over 50 like-minded companies across the nation. Join us as we explore Adrianne's evolution through EOS, the power of progress over perfection, and her inspiring advocacy for authentic leadership.

Stay tuned for the second part to uncover more of Adrianne's insights and experiences.

RESOURCES RELATED TO THIS EPISODE

• Visit adriannegordon.com
• Follow Linkedin.com/in/adriannegordon/ 

CREDITS

• Theme Music🎵ZakharValaha from Pixabay
• Produced by ChatWithLeadersMedia.com

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How do you break into the circle of Investment Capital as a founder that doesn’t understand the lingo or have the connections? You talk to people like Anastasia Simon at Techstars Atlanta & Techstars Impact, powered by Cox. Nathan sits down with Anastasia to unpack her story and how she helps underrepresented founders navigate this often confusing landscape so some of the most pressing problems can be addressed today.

This is part two of this episode. Tune in to Part 1 here.

RESOURCES RELATED TO THIS EPISODE

• Linkedin / @anastasianicole
• Twitter / @anastasiab
• Follow
• Paige Hendrix Buckner https://www.linkedin.com/in/paigehendrixbuckner/
• Mandela SH Dixon https://www.linkedin.com/in/mandelash/
• Twanna Harris https://www.linkedin.com/in/twannaharris/
• https://www.kaporcapital.com/
• MLN Ventures
• Open Venture Capital https://openventure.capital/ 
• It All Media https://www.itallmedia.co/

CREDITS

• Theme Music🎵ZakharValaha from Pixabay
• Produced by ChatWithLeadersMedia.com

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How do you break into the circle of Investment Capital as a founder that doesn’t understand the lingo or have the connections? You talk to people like Anastasia Simon at Techstars Atlanta & Techstars Impact, powered by Cox. Nathan sits down with Anastasia to unpack her story and how she helps underrepresented founders navigate this often confusing landscape so some of the most pressing problems can be addressed today.

RESOURCES RELATED TO THIS EPISODE

• Linkedin / @anastasianicole
• Twitter / @anastasiab
• Follow
• Paige Hendrix Buckner https://www.linkedin.com/in/paigehendrixbuckner/
• Mandela SH Dixon https://www.linkedin.com/in/mandelash/
• Twanna Harris https://www.linkedin.com/in/twannaharris/
• https://www.kaporcapital.com/
• MLN Ventures
• Open Venture Capital https://openventure.capital/ 
• It All Media https://www.itallmedia.co/

CREDITS

• Theme Music🎵ZakharValaha from Pixabay
• Produced by ChatWithLeadersMedia.com

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Welcome to "The People Experience Pulse," a Chat With Leaders Media podcast. In this trailer episode, Executive Producer Quentin Thomas, sits down with the Vicki Flier Hudson and Jeff Bond to delve into the inspiration behind the podcast's focus on People, Employee, and Human Experience (PX/EX/HX) leaders. Vicki, a DEI-focused executive coach, musician, and Executive Partner of the People-First Elevation Team, emphasizes the importance of elevating people's experiences for a thriving workplace culture. Jeff, CEO of Chat With Leaders Media and Executive Partner of the People-First Elevation Team, highlights the significance of servant leadership and rethinking business with a people-first approach. The podcast aims to provide actionable strategies, insights into evolving employee experiences, and examples of successful PX/EX/HX initiatives, inspiring listeners to create inclusive workplaces. Join hosts Vicki Flier Hudson and Jeff Bond as they embark on an exciting new journey.

Resources related to this episode

• Visit peoplefirstelevation.com
• Follow Vicki on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/vickiflierhudson/
• Follow Jeff on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffbond123/ 
• Subscribe to The People Experience Pulse Podcast on:
  • Apple Podcast
  • Google Podcast
  • Spotify

Credits

• Theme Music 🎵Embark on a Journey from Pond5.com
• Produced by ChatWithLeadersMedia.com

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How can we simplify caregiving and support the caregivers themselves? How can businesses play a role in addressing the caregiver crisis to support their workforce?

On today’s episode, you’ll have the opportunity to learn from Karina Muller, Co-Founder and Managing Director at Motivity Care, an organization revolutionizing caregiving management through a tech-enabled service solution.

Karina has over 20 years of experience in the health and wellness industry, sports industry, caregiving management, and stress management. She shares her motivation for starting the organization and the personal experiences that fueled her drive to address the issue of elder care. You’ll also hear Karina shed light on the challenges faced by caregivers, particularly women, while offering invaluable insights into self-care and managing caregiver guilt

Tune in as we unpack the complexities of caregiving, the impact on women, and the transformative solutions we can implement now for a better future.

RESOURCES RELATED TO THIS EPISODE

• Visit www.Motivitycare.com
• Follow Motivity Care on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/company/motivity-care/ 
• Contact Motivity Care at info@motivitycare.com
• Follow Karina on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/karinamuller/ 

CREDITS

• Theme Music🎵ZakharValaha from Pixabay
• Produced by ChatWithLeadersMedia.com

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Why should you see sustainability as a core aspect of your business operations and how can you integrate it seamlessly to drive profitability? Today Nathan had the pleasure of sitting down with Venkatesh Kini, Co-founder of Ubuntoo. Ubuntoo is an online platform that matches corporations and institutions to sustainable innovations and entrepreneurs around the world. 

In today’s discussion, Venkatesh shares the story of founding Ubuntoo with Peter Schelstraete, delves into the challenges faced by companies when adopting sustainability practices, and addresses the common misconception that sustainability is separate from the core business.

Stay tuned as Nathan and Venki explore the power of sustainable innovation and the transformative impact it can have on businesses and the environment.

RESOURCES RELATED TO THIS EPISODE

• Visit https://www.ubuntoo.com/ 
• Follow Venkatesh on LinkedIn
• Follow Peter Schelstraete on LinkedIn

CREDITS

• Theme Music🎵ZakharValaha from Pixabay
• Produced by ChatWithLeadersMedia.com 

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Have you ever wondered what it takes to become a successful entrepreneur? In today’s episode, we sit down with Ricky Steele, Chief Development Officer at Talent360 Solutions and Author of The Heart of Networking. He discusses how he approaches building and maintaining relationships in his network. Ricky shares his perspective on effective leadership, why you should devote time and energy to the person standing in front of you, and emphasizes the importance of an integrated approach to life and the need to have a desire to touch people.

Whether you're just starting out or looking to take your business to the next level, you won't want to miss this conversation with one of Atlanta's most influential business leaders.

Resources related to this episode

• Visit www.heartofnetworking.net
• Visit https://www.talent360solutions.com/
• Follow Ricky Steele on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/rickysteele/

Credits

• Theme Music 🎵DPMusic from Pond5.com
• Produced by ChatWithLeadersMedia.com

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How can business leaders develop and strengthen their leadership capabilities in the face of disruption and uncertainty? In today’s episode, Jeff Bond chats with Jay Weiser, Principal and Founder of Jay Weiser Consulting.

Jay and Jeff discuss why even companies with the best strategies and execution plans can be caught off guard and unprepared. Jay shares practical advice for early-stage entrepreneurs and seasoned executive leaders to immediately strengthen their leadership capabilities, as well as "The Five Leadership Superpowers™" and how they can help companies adapt to disruption and uncertainty.

Tune in to discover how to become a more effective and prepared leader in today's fast-paced business environment.

Resources related to this episode

• Visit www.jayweiser.com
• Follow Jay at
• https://linkedin.com/in/jayrweiser
• https://twitter.com/Jay_R_Weiser
• Follow Jay Weiser Consulting at
• https://www.instagram.com/jayweiserconsulting
• https://www.youtube.com/@jayweiserconsulting

Credits

• Theme Music 🎵DPMusic from Pond5.com
• Produced by ChatWithLeadersMedia.com

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How can your business integrate the principles of conscious capitalism and better involve stakeholders for mutual success? In today’s episode, Jeff Bond chats with Kent Gregoire, a certified conscious capitalism consultant and the Co-Founder of Stakeholder Business. Kent is a renowned entrepreneur, consultant, speaker, and angel investor with over 35 years of experience in the business world.

In this episode, Jeff and Kent dive deep into the topic of stakeholder capitalism and how it's transforming the business landscape. Kent discusses the importance of giving stakeholders a voice and involving them in the strategic decision-making process, why it’s important for businesses to align stakeholders and adopt purpose-driven metrics, and shares his stories that have shaped him as a leader and helped him prioritize purpose over profit.

Resources related to this episode

• Follow Kent on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/kentgregoire
• Visit https://www.symphonyadvantage.com/
• Visit https://stakeholderbusiness.com/ 

Credits

• Theme Music 🎵DPMusic from Pond5.com
• Produced by ChatWithLeadersMedia.com

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