A World On Purpose

Malte Hagemeister and Kristian Nord, founders of California Music, are continuing to push the creative boundaries in music, film, and advertising. With over 8 million records sold and 60 Gold and Platinum records awarded, Malte and Kristian are innovative composers and producers looking to bring purpose into the world of music and use their art for a better cause. Hear how these two are using their talent to inspire and create meaningful collaborations of purpose in the music industry.

Chance Foreman, founder of That Step Productions, believes in the power of using filmmaking to bring meaning and purpose into people’s lives. After moving to Venice CA, Chance began his career working with award-winning directors Josh and Rebecca Tickell on the film “Kiss The Ground.” Today, Chases makes it his mission to continue working with impactful people in the hopes of creating films with integrity, direction, and purpose. Hear how he takes "That Step" in helping to better the world through media.

Shelby Scarbrough, author of “Civility Rules! Creating A Purposeful Practice Of Civility” & founder of Practical Protocol, began her career as a political appointee in the Reagan and Bush administrations. Today, Shelby is helping to shed light on the power of practicing civility and the meaningful impact it can hold on society. In this episode, Shelby discusses her inspiring upbringing in politics among figures such as Nelson Mandela and how she found her #pivot2purpose by building practices of civility.

Krista Kleiner, former Miss Philippines and now founder of The One Heart Movement, shares her journey of growing up in adversity and witnessing Filipino nurses risking their lives on the front line of the COVID pandemic. Feeling inspired by their effort during these challenging times, Krista begins her story with a movement that has inspired millions around the world. Hear how she takes the world by storm in her effort to raise awareness for healthcare workers, racial injustice, and the environment.

Starting her career as an NFL cheerleader and managing publicity for the Raiders, Nicole Rodrigues ventured into the world of public relations head-first. With over 21+ years of experience in PR and becoming a powerhouse founder of two companies, NRPR Group and the Young Dreamers Foundation, Nicole has paved the way as a public relations and marketing pro. In addition to being a CEO, Nicole is also the host of the Youtube show Beverly Hills’s Boss, and author of the Beverly Hill’s Boss book. Listen to how her purpose origin story has not only led her to making an impact within her own career, but also within the careers of the next generation leaders.

Bio: [email protected] Nicole Rodrigues, founder and CEO of NRPR Group, is a recognized public relations expert, digital and social media marketing pro with 20+ years of experience under her belt. In her tenure, she has developed and successfully executed strategic campaigns for some of the biggest names in business, including: Yahoo!, Dolby, Sony Pictures Entertainment, Sony PlayStation, Hulu, M-GO, Toon Hero, Demand Media, Heal, MOBITV and the Oakland (now Las Vegas) Raiders. Nicole has repeatedly been celebrated as an innovative leader in her industry, most recently as a Stevie Award winner for Communications, Investor Relations, or PR Executive of the Year. She was also awarded PR Daily’s “PR Professional of the Year” Award (2019), Bulldog Reporter’s “Stars of PR - PR Professional Who Makes a Difference” Award (2018), a Gold Award for “Public or Media Relations Professional of the Year” in Bulldog Reporter's “Stars of PR,” and PR News’ Top 50 Game Changers in Public Relations (2017). These awards are confirmation of her mission to meaningfully disrupt the way in which public relations are done in the modern era. In 2017, Nicole launched NRPR Group’s Corporate Social Responsibility Program: Make It Happen, which blossomed into her second venture, the Young Dreamers Foundation. Young Dreamers is Nicole’s answer to the next generation in need of positive role models they can admire (industry leaders, celebrities, athletes, etc.) and the tools necessary to help them thrive forward through any of life’s ups and downs. Her goal is to help foster a community of emotionally intelligent young leaders who will spark a positive ripple effect as they grow into the professional world. Nicole is also the author of Beverly Hills Boss, a business and life skills book aimed at helping others, like herself, who dream of leading despite any humble beginnings or obstacles. Through her book, readers gain inspiration and actionable insight for growing as a person and in their careers. She is also the host of the Beverly Hills Boss show on YouTube. Nicole takes great pride in being a former NFL cheerleader, having spent several years cheering for the famed Oakland Raiders. Today, she continues to cheer on her “new team” at NRPR and is a graduate from San Jose State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Public Relations. She is currently an EMBA candidate at UCLA Anderson School of Management, class of 202

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Shaahin Cheyene, aka the “Willy Wonka of Generation X”, is widely known for founding Accelerated Intelligence, the leading brain health supplement manufacturer in the US. Shaahin is also an award-winning business mogul, author, filmmaker, and inventor. In this episode, Shaahin describes his difficult upbringing and how his passion for entrepreneurship has led him from earning zero income and sleeping on a beach to a multi-million dollar career that has surpassed Fortune 500 companies in sales.

Bio: ([email protected]) During the Iranian Revolution of 1978, Shahin’s family had to escape to survive and ended up finally migrating to Los Angeles, Ca . At 15 years old Shaahin left home with nothing but the clothes on his back and created over a BILLION dollars in revenue by inventing the legendary smart drug known as HERBAL ECSTACY. These childhood experiences had a major impact on his perspective of freedom, hard work and entrepreneurship. Later Shaahin went on to invent Digital Vaporization (the forerunner to today’s vapes) and start a number of successful businesses with a couple notable failures. Today, he is the Founder and CEO of Accelerated Intelligence, Inc. a major Amazon FBA seller with millions in sales, the lead coach at Amazon Mastery where he teaches entrepreneurs how to CRUSH IT! on the Amazon platform and an active YouTube creator.

Shaahin is considered one of the leading global minds on what’s next in e-commerce, Amazon and the internet. He is described as the “Willy Wonka Of Generation X” by the London Observer and Newsweek and is one of the most forward thinkers in business – with his Amazon Mastery Course he acutely recognizes trends and patterns early on the Amazon platform to help others understand how these shifts impact markets and consumer behavior.

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www.fbasellercourse.com

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Bio: ([email protected]) During the Iranian Revolution of 1978, Shahin’s family had to escape to survive and ended up finally migrating to Los Angeles, Ca . At 15 years old Shaahin left home with nothing but the clothes on his back and created over a BILLION dollars in revenue by inventing the legendary smart drug known as HERBAL ECSTACY. These childhood experiences had a major impact on his perspective of freedom, hard work and entrepreneurship. Later Shaahin went on to invent Digital Vaporization (the forerunner to today’s vapes) and start a number of successful businesses with a couple notable failures. Today, he is the Founder and CEO of Accelerated Intelligence, Inc. a major Amazon FBA seller with millions in sales, the lead coach at Amazon Mastery where he teaches entrepreneurs how to CRUSH IT! on the Amazon platform and an active YouTube creator.

Shaahin is considered one of the leading global minds on what’s next in e-commerce, Amazon and the internet. He is described as the “Willy Wonka Of Generation X” by the London Observer and Newsweek and is one of the most forward thinkers in business – with his Amazon Mastery Course he acutely recognizes trends and patterns early on the Amazon platform to help others understand how these shifts impact markets and consumer behavior.

Websites:

Social Media Info: @shaahincheyene

@hacka_and_growrich

www.fbasellercourse.com

www.shaahincheyene.com

Widely known for her work in science communications and world-renowned television shows such as “Xploration Nature Knows Best”, Danni Washington, AKA "Mocha Mermaid,” has paved the way for educating the youth on the importance of ocean conservation and mitigating climate change. Hear how her inspiring story has led her to a path to purpose in environmentalism, connecting to individuals around the world and becoming a role model for young girls all over the world thinking about pursuing a career in STEM.

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Danni Washington is fierce, focused, and on a mission. As a world-renowned television host and science communicator, Washington is the first African-American woman to host a nationally broadcast syndicated science television series. She is presently the host of The Genius Generation podcast produced by Seeker and Trax which spotlights young people behind an incredible invention, entrepreneurial pursuit, or discovery using science. Washington also served as a correspondent on CBS's Mission Unstoppable, a weekly program highlighting fascinating female innovators thriving on the cutting edge of science, Xploration Nature Knows Best on FOX, a series predicated on ingenuity in biomimicry meant to expose younger generations to inventions inspired by nature. Additional projects include "Science the $#!* Out Of It," for the popular Facebook Watch vertical, Untamed Science for Pearson Publishing, and Ocean GEMS. Washington continues to educate youth on the importance of ocean conservation, STEM innovation and environmentalism using mediums that acutely connect: science, arts and media. Her simplification of what is at stake with our planet makes her a mainstay in conservation and STEM advocacy.

Websites: https://www.danniwashington.com/

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Ron Garan, former Air Force Colonel, NASA Astronaut, speaker & author of the critically acclaimed book, “The Orbital Perspective” and new book "Floating in Darkness,'' is a key believer that business enterprise can affect real long-term change. Hear how he activates his passion for protecting the planet by partnering with leading organizations around the world to help develop innovative ways that sustain life on earth for future generations. Also enjoy his wise words on the concept of a "Shared Humanity." Bio: [email protected] Having enjoyed an illustrious career that has cemented Colonel Ron Garan’s place as one of the world’s most influential individuals, the iconic father of three is a decorated NASA astronaut, fighter pilot and test pilot, a humanitarian, and a social entrepreneur. As part of a select group of individuals who have been fortunate enough to see the world from space, Ron champions his “orbital perspective” message to improve life on earth. Ron is celebrated not just for his research in space but also for his humanitarian contribution to life on earth. Ron has spent 178 days in space and has traveled more than 71 million miles during 2,842 orbits of our planet. He flew on both the US space shuttle and the Russian Soyuz spacecraft, where he accomplished four spacewalks. Ron also spent eighteen days at the bottom of the ocean during a research mission held in the world’s only undersea research lab, Aquarius. Later, Ron was assigned to the US Agency for International Development, leading the Unity Node project. The project’s task was to develop a universal, open-source platform, enabling humanitarian organizations to work toward mutual goals. In 2007, Ron co-founded Manna Energy Limited. Created with the goal of leveraging the carbon market to finance humanitarian projects, Manna is the first organization in the world to register a United Nations Clean Development Mechanism carbon credit program for water treatment. From representing Manna as one of ten global innovators in the field of water purification during the inaugural Launch Water Forum to his role as advisor to the social business movement, Ron continues to work toward a cleaner, safer, and more peaceful planet. Ron’s breakthrough book, The Orbital Perspective : Lessons in Seeing the Big Picture from a Journey of 71 Million Miles, is published by Berrett-Koehler. Websites: https://www.rongaran.com/ Social Media Info: Twitter: https://twitter.com/Astro_Ron Facebook (main page): https://www.facebook.com/RonGaran/ Facebook (book page): https://www.facebook.com/FloatingInDarkness Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/astro.rongaran/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rongaran/ Youtube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJoNIqXN7qcJ_0t70WgEN2Q

Natalie Rekstad, CEO & Founder of Black Fox Philanthropy, shares on her touching journey of growing up impoverished and the steps she had to take to turn adversity into a vehicle of change. Hear how she uses her passion for impact to build purpose within her own life and the lives of others through her innovative company that provides an open source fundraising blueprint to global and domestic non-profits.

Bio: ([email protected], [email protected]) Natalie Rekstad leads a purpose-driven life as the Founder and CEO of Black Fox Philanthropy, a leading fundraising strategy firm serving global NGOs that exists to accelerate the social sector’s effectiveness in solving complex problems on a global scale. As a B Corp social enterprise, Black Fox Philanthropy measures the triple bottom line of people, planet, and profit.

Natalie helps build fundraising capacity for NGOs through a series of trainings held around the world, including as a delegate and contributor to the Skoll World Forum, Ashoka Arab World, Opportunity Collaboration, the ecosystem of the World Economic Forum, and has been chosen to be a delegate at TED 2022 in Vancouver, B.C.

Natalie is a Women Moving Millions member and an MCE Social Capital Guarantor, a gender-lens angel investor, and is a newly minted member of the Founders Pledge. Further, she has been honored by Conscious Company Media as a “World Changing Woman in Conscious Business", and her firm, Black Fox Philanthropy, is proud to be selected as a B Corp “Best for the World” Honoree as a Changemaker.

Websites: http://blackfoxphilanthropy.com/

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As a young boy Sasha Strauss realized how powerfully influential TV advertising was over human free will & how that could be a power for bad or good. That realization, as well as being raised by parents who dedicated their lives to service, made him choose a path of good and kick started his 25 year career as a successful brand strategist. Hear how his company, Innovation Protocol, defined brands for leading corps, faiths, NGO's & academic institutions & taught how to integrate purpose into their message.

Bio: ([email protected], [email protected]) Sasha Strauss teaches from 25 years in brand strategy, having defined brands for leading corporations, philanthropies, faiths, and academic institutions.

Sasha's distinct and direct approach to how brands must be constructed and communicated is the foundation for his brand strategy firm, Innovation Protocol (IP). Their ability to inspire while they inform is why innovator brands like Nestlé, PayPal, LEGO, Google, Disney, and Korn Ferry have called on their consulting and thought leadership for 14 years.

While running IP as Managing Director, Sasha concurrently teaches brand strategy at UCLA, USC, and UCI business schools.

Websites: https://innovationprotocol.com/ https://www.sashastrauss.com/