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How Comcast RISE Empowers Atlanta Businesses & Communities: A Conversation with Heather Orrico
Heather shares about the Comcast RISE program, which was originally created in 2020 to help small businesses impacted by COVID-19. Today, the program continues to support the growth of small businesses and entrepreneurs dedicated to uplifting their local communities. This year’s funding opportunity closes on Friday, May 31st and... |
Heeding the Call: The Path to Authenticity and Influence with Goodie Nation's Joey Womack, Part 2
Whether you know him as a rebel with a cause, analytics junkie, optimist, cynic, serial envelope pusher, cult creator, or superhero, you’re guaranteed to learn from today’s conversation with Joey Womack, Founder and CEO of Goodie Nation. What started as a hackathon project, Goodie Nation has evolved into a community... |
On today’s episode, Nathan Stuck sits down with Phillip Scroggin, Chief Marketing Nerd at Sol Insights.
Phillip is a Certified Marketing Professional with the American Marketing Association and the host of the weekly business podcast: Good Morning, Market. He’s also the founder and Managing Director at Sol Insights, a growth marketing firm based in Savannah, Georgia, centered on everyday businesses. |
Heeding the Call: The Path to Authenticity and Influence with Goodie Nation's Joey Womack, Part 1
Whether you know him as a rebel with a cause, analytics junkie, optimist, cynic, serial envelope pusher, cult creator, or superhero, you’re guaranteed to learn from today’s conversation with Joey Womack, Founder and CEO of Goodie Nation. What started as a hackathon project, Goodie Nation has evolved into a community... |
Better Business: The Power of B Corps in Transforming Commerce
Today Nathan Stuck sits down with Christopher Marquis, Sinyi Professor at the University of Cambridge and author of The Profiteers: How Business Privatizes Profits and Socializes Costs. Chris’ research examines business sustainability and social entrepreneurship, and he is passionate about how academic research can help people... |
Community Engagement, Entrepreneurship, and Connecting the Dots with Lizy Freudmann
How can entrepreneurs effectively harness the power of community engagement while being a connector to drive meaningful change in both business practices and social impact initiatives In today’s episode, Nathan Stuck sits down with Lizy Freudmann, founder of the strategic marketing company, One More Thing. With an interest in behavioral economics... |
Building Trust and Community: A Journey from Small Business to the Mayor’s Office
In today’s episode, you’ll learn from Brandy Amidon, the Co-President and CFO of Brains on Fire, a creative marketing agency with offices in Greenville, SC and Los Angeles, CA. In addition to serving in a “typical” CFO capacity while nurturing her team within a small business atmosphere, Brandy serves as the first female and youngest Mayor of the City of Travelers Rest.. |
Sustainable Innovation: Navigating Connections and Collaboration with Jennifer Singh
On today’s episode, Nathan Stuck sits down with Jennifer Singh, the Sustainability Catalyst at ATDC. Jen has more than 15 years of experience in building and scaling innovative businesses at both startups and large corporations. She brings that experience to ATDC by supporting early-stage companies at the forefront of solving... |
Building Better Communities and Changing Perceptions with Jon Williams
How can businesses in the construction and development industry balance growth and profitability with a genuine commitment to social and environmental responsibility? In today’s episode, Nathan Stuck sits down with Jon Williams, President and CEO of W&A Engineering and the Better Communities Collaborative. |
Turning Food Waste Into a Healthier Planet with David Paul
How can individuals and businesses turn food waste into a healthier planet? Today Nathan Stuck sits down with David Paull, co-founder and Chief Impact Officer at CompostNow. With a decade of experience in food systems work and social ... |
Threads of Change: Building a Sustainable Fashion Future with Tanjuria Willis
In today’s episode, Nathan Stuck sits down with a guest who is reshaping the fashion industry for a sustainable future. Tanjuria Willis is the Founder of Atlanta Sustainable Fashion Week and Owner of eKlozet Luxury Consignment Boutique. |
Empowering Georgia Communities One Cleanup at a Time with Chad Livsey
On today’s episode, Nathan Stuck sits down with Chad Livsey, the founder of The Chad Livsey Project. The Chad Livsey Project’s mission is to identify and improve distressed real property within the city of Atlanta, Georgia. |
Journey to Purpose: Redefining Business in Florida and Beyond with Jared Meyers
Dr. Belle has a passion for reducing education debt and increasing the earning potential of students. You’ll hear her story of going from a student-athlete to realizing the significance of the ACT score, SCHOOLS’ mission to eradicate intergenerational poverty caused by student loan debt... |
Coalition Building with Adrianne Gordon: B Local Asheville, B EOS Network and BLD Southeast, Part 2
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... |
Coalition Building with Adrianne Gordon: B Local Asheville, B EOS Network and BLD Southeast, Part 1
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... |
Journey to Purpose: Redefining Business in Florida and Beyond with Jared Meyers
Have you ever wondered how businesses can truly make a difference in today’s world? Then stay tuned as we sit down with Jared Meyers and learn from his transformative journey from a traditional travel company to a... |
Unleashing Profitable Sustainability by Connecting Businesses with Solutions
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... |
Simplifying Caregiving Management for a Sustainable Workforce and Better Future
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... |
Sustainable Nutrition: How WunderGrubs is Transforming the Food Landscape
How can a closet full of mealworms help revolutionize the food industry? On today’s episode of B the Change Georgia, Nathan chats with Akissi Stokes-Nelson and Karim Nelson... |
Being the Person I Needed Most When I First Started, Part 2 with Twanna Harris
Have you ever wished that you had better mentors and advocates to set you up for success before you started your career? How do some people receive that “leg up” early in their career... |
Being the Person I Needed Most When I First Started, Part 1 with Twanna Harris
Have you ever wished that you had better mentors and advocates to set you up for success before you started your career? How do some people receive that “leg up” early in their career... |
Building a Cybersecurity Culture to Protect Your Team and Business with Dr. Joye Purser
Today Nathan had the pleasure of sitting down with Dr. Joye Purser, the first-ever Senior Executive Regional Director for Cybersecurity for the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.... |
How to Avoid Social Impact Burnout with Christina Maria Noel
You care deeply about using your influence and business as a force for good or are at least looking for inspiration on how capitalism can elevate people and the planet. However, Christina Maria Noel... |
Sustainable Goods that Positively Impact Communities with Ian Bentley
Today Nathan had the pleasure of sitting down with Ian Bentley, the Founder and CEO of Parker Clay. Parker Clay sells handcrafted goods made in Ethiopia using premium material... |
Recycling Communication For The Modern World
Katherine “Kat” Shayne is the Co-Founder and CEO/CIO of CIRT. Before starting CIRT, Kat worked as a researcher focused on global materials management and marine litter for the Jambeck... |
David Paparelli: Cultivating Next-Generation Farmers
M-Cultivo was born out of David Paparelli's Executive Masters at the London School of Economics, focused in Social Business and Entrepreneurship. Throughout his career, David has built... |
Creating Sustainable Solutions to Food Insecurity and Waste with Kashi Sehgal
Today's guest is Kashi Sehgal, the Founder & CEO of Retaaza. This social enterprise strives to make local food more accessible and affordable while directly supporting our communities’ farmers.... |
Social Utility: More Than Good For Goodness Sake (Part 1)
Sterling Johnson currently serves as Director for the Partnership for Southern Equity’s (PSE) Just OpportunityPortfolio, where he oversees administration... |
Social Utility: More Than Good for Goodness Sake (Part 2)
Sterling Johnson currently serves as Director for the Partnership for Southern Equity’s (PSE) Just OpportunityPortfolio, where he oversees administration... |
Renewing How We Invest In Companies
Today Nathan had the pleasure of sitting down with Mark Hubbard, General Partner at Renew Venture Capital. Renew Venture Capital’s mission is to solve society’s biggest challenges by purposely renewing how we invest in... |
Creating An Inclusive, Profitable, And Sustainable Brand
Tia Robinson is the CEO & Founder of Vertical Activewear, a vertically integrated brand that sustainably manufactures apparel on demand in metro Atlanta. Tia launched Vertical Activewear in 2020... |
A Path To Empathy And Humanistic Problem Solving
Looking for a path to empathy and being a more purpose-driven leader who is using their business as a force for good? Listen to this conversation with Jared Simmons, guided by Nathan Stuck. |
Incorporating More Sustainable Business Practices in a Corporate Setting
Bernie Burgener is the executive director of the Greenhouse Accelerator, where he helps to create sustainable local jobs by advising and financially supporting startup... |
Connecting Startups Led By Underrepresented Founders To Their First Investor
Mecca is also the Co-Founder of A Weekend For Love one of the top luxury couples' marriage retreats, The Founder of the Wives Prayer Challenge which has 1500 women from over... |
Building Mission-Driven Organizations & Supporting Redemptive Leaders
Mark Johnson is co-owner and COO of Ambactus Group, a B Corp Certified broker/national sales agency in the consumer packaged goods industry. He holds degrees in marketing... |
Truly Listening And Understanding How To Serve The Most Pressing Needs Of Our Community
Lavonya Jones is the newly appointed Director of The Georgia Social Impact Collaborative (GSIC) and Founder of Consciously Funded, a social justice... |
Advancing Entrepreneurship for Shared Prosperity Through Inclusive Innovation
Nathan Stuck is the Director of Culture & Impact at Ad Victoriam Solutions, a Salesforce consultancy and certified B Corporation headquartered in Alpharetta... |
How To Start A Career Centered Around Social Sustainability
Jeff Bond is the CEO and Executive Producer of Chat With Leaders Media, the Atlanta-based production agency on a mission to help purpose-driven business leaders launch their... |
Changing Consumer Demand For “Green” Products & Services
Nathan Stuck is the Director of Culture & Impact at Ad Victoriam Solutions, a Salesforce consultancy and certified B Corporation headquartered in Alpharetta. In addition to... |
Building Healthier Self-Images Through The Art & Science Around Natural Hair
Kevin Rogers is the founder of SHWAXX Laboratories and an admired leader in the B Corp and social impact community around Metro Atlanta... |
Restoring Stability And Dignity For Migrants And Refugees
In 2013, Chris Chancey and his wife Sarah moved to the fringe of a refugee resettlement community in the Atlanta metro area. After a year of learning from their refugee neighbors... |
How Do We Diversify Our Board Rooms... Really?
Michele Pearson Tucker is a special ally to B Local Georgia who has committed her life to leading community initiatives, working collaboratively with local organizations... |
The Benefits of ESG Thinking For Companies And Investors
Scott Sadler, CFA is the Founder and President of Boardwalk Capital Management in Atlanta, GA. Scott is a 30+year veteran of the investment industry. He leads all investment... |
Authentically Aligning Your Purpose & Values With Your Brand
Rachelle Kuramoto is an award-winning writer and brand strategist who balances creative and business acumen with deep empathy... |
Putting Your People First As A 21st Century Business Leader
“We” do not exist as isolated individuals. We, as individuals, are inhabitants of networks; we are relationships. That is how we prosper... |
Matt Stevens: Craft Beer, Citizenship, and Corporate Philanthropy
Matt Stevens joined Creature Comforts Brewing Co. in September 2017 as its first Director of Strategic Impact, his role was to ensure the business was making... |
Kat Mohammed: Funding Female Founders & Founders of Color
Kathija "Kat" Mohammed is the COO of EnrichHER, a certified B Corporation and financial technology platform that matches revenue-generating companies led by women and founders... |
Jenn Graham: Designing A More Inclusive World Through Conversations That Matter
Jenn Graham is on a mission to design a more inclusive world. An activist, designer, and civic tech entrepreneur, Jenn is the Founder... |
Nathan Stuck: Balancing Purpose & Profit
Nathan Stuck is the Director of Culture & Impact at Ad Victoriam Solutions, a Salesforce consultancy and certified B Corporation headquartered... |
Brian Mize: Business Leadership & Ministry Of Presence
Brian Mize is President and Co-Founder of Ad Victoriam Solutions, a Certified B Corporation and Top 25 Multi-Cloud Salesforce Partner... |
Kenji Kuramoto: What’s The Significance?
Kenji is the Founder and CEO of Acuity which builds and maintains financial functions for entrepreneurs and startups. Through Acuity... |
Kevin Dunn: The Power of We
Kevin Dunn is CEO of Decisely, a fast growing insurtech company focused on providing integrated benefits and other HR solutions to small businesses nationally... |
Mike Mannina: Disrupting Poverty Through Market-Based, Collective Action
With nearly two decades of international experience, including nearly twelve years serving in a variety of policy-making and diplomatic roles... |
Mike Morris: Social Impact Through Democratized Expertise
Mike Morris is a Vice President in the Business Consulting group at EPAM. He leads the Atlanta-based consulting team and has responsibilities... |