Some leaders are great at starting businesses, some at running existing organizations, but few are great at building successful organizations. Ted Fogliani is a serial founder and CEO across multiple industries. On this week’s episode of Conscious Curiosity SD, Ted shares the key leadership insights from 30 years of lessons learned from identifying the right business model, unique hiring philosophy, team-building methods, and the importance of integrity in all we do. If you’re ready to take your business to the next level, this podcast is a must listen. Podcast Timestamps: 1:38 – Key Insights to Starting Businesses 7:00 – Getting […]

Sharp HealthCare’s legacy started in 1955, rooted in a care for the community and a deep commitment to philanthropy that continues today. On this week’s episode of Conscious Curiosity SD, Bill Littlejohn, CEO and Senior VP of Sharp HealthCare Foundation, shares his motivation for dedicating his life’s work to philanthropy, stories from Sharp’s history, and paints a compelling vision for the future of healthcare and community leadership in San Diego. Over the next decade, Sharp is investing $2 billion into this vision. As part of this investment, Bill shares about The Sharp Prebys Innovation and Education Center and its significance […]

Susan Kuruvilla and Brad Lee know all too well the daunting challenges of leading a business. Their solution and cornerstone to success is being supported by a small group of like-minded individuals who are on the same journey. First as participants and now as leaders and facilitators of Peer Groups, they are helping others to successfully navigate the challenges all leaders face. On this episode of Conscious Curiosity SD, Susan and Brad, from REF, share their personal stories and WHY & HOW peer groups have shaped their leadership and businesses. REF is a global organization of peer advisory boards for […]

Second Chance in San Diego is training and developing a highly engaged and motivated workforce of justice-involved people who are far too often overlooked. On this episode of Conscious Curiosity SD, Bill Payne, President and CEO of Second Chance shares a passionate and insightful look at the win, win, win that their programs provide for participants, local businesses, and our community as a whole. If you’re a business owner or CEO, listen today to hear Bill offer practical and purposeful ways you can build value in your company and our community. Podcast Timestamps: 2:10     The Core Issue & The Opportunity […]

On this episode of Conscious Curiosity SD, Tom Capizzi Jr., winner of the 2023 BBB Torch Award for Ethics, shares how “he is not handcuffed to the front door of his business.” Tom’s hiring practices, company culture, and willingness to empower his teams have resulted in award-winning companies and an extremely fulfilling and balanced life. Tom is the owner and CEO of Marrokal Design and Remodeling in San Diego and Capizzi Home Improvement in Cape Cod, MA. Tom leads these companies bi-coastally all while traveling the world competing in high-level auto racing and being fully present to his family. If […]

Caryn Blanton, Executive Director of Shoreline Community Services, joins Jeff for a special episode of Conscious Curiosity SD celebrating our 2nd anniversary and 50th show! Caryn is leading a movement by harnessing the power of ALL the community’s stakeholders to solve the most pressing social issues in the Central Beach Area.  This phenomenal story of purposeful leadership honors all the tenets of Conscious Capitalism and brings inspiration, hope, and possibility to our city. Caryn shares the backstory of this movement and valuable insights on one of the most pressing issues in all of our communities, homelessness. Podcast Timestamps: 1:33     Stakeholder […]

Dan Sweiger of BrightStar Care of Carlsbad and winner of the 2023 BBB Torch Award for Ethics, provides the backstory and critical insights into the world of Home Healthcare. Faced with the challenge of aging parents or your own future needs, understanding the landscape from a leader and company that leads with integrity, values, and purpose is invaluable. On this episode of Conscious Curiosity SD, “The Challenges of Home Healthcare,” Dan and Susie Sweiger’s commitment to providing the highest quality community of care is on full display. Listen today! Podcast Timestamps: 2:18     A Purposeful Change to Home Health Care 7:41     […]

Neville Billimoria is one of San Diego’s most purposeful leaders and we are excited to share with you again, “The Soul of Business.” Neville is a Sr. VP at Mission Federal Credit Union and has been a part of the UC San Diego community for over 40 years.  Neville’s insights deliver the core message of Conscious Curiosity SD, the unique community we have here in San Diego, and what it means to be a conscious and purposeful leader. Podcast Timestamps: 2:54     Neville’s Defining Moments & Purpose Driven Orientation 12:46   Mission Federal – Financial and Social Purpose Togethers 20:53   Alignment with […]

Karin Burns is the CEO of San Diego Community Power and is on a mission to address the challenges of global warming with transformational leadership, inclusion, and community collaboration. On this episode of Conscious Curiosity SD, Karin shares how San Diego Community Power goes beyond a singular focus of providing affordable, clean energy and is committed to re-investing in the community and creating a culture of inclusion for a more sustainable future for the San Diego region. If you feel helpless to make an impact on our climate, this must-listen episode will give you a hopeful perspective and a practical […]

Mitch Mitchell is no stranger to collaboration in San Diego. Mitch is the Sr. VP and Chief Legislative Officer for SDG&E and Southern California Gas. Mitch serves on the boards of the San Diego Housing Commission, Lucky Duck Foundation, and Sharp Hospital Board, just to name a few. And, he is Co-Chair of the 2023 Cause Conference. Mitch leads by example and invites others to join in the journey. On this episode of Conscious Curiosity SD, Mitch shares his insights on what it is going to take to see significant change in our community. At the center of it is […]