Rebooting Capitalism

My guest today, Michael Whelchel, co-founder of Big Path Capital, has a solution for companies that want to do good while making a good return. Big Path Capital is not your typical investment bank. Their clients all have a passion for creating social and environmental change as well as earning a profit.

Big Path Capital's goals are to expand the path for businesses that are seeking multiple bottom line interests and to help the financial world generate good as it generates returns.

In this episode, Michael shares his journey in the private equity field and what led him to co-found Big Path Capital. He talks about how traditional banks focus solely on transactions and closing, while most mission-driven businesses have many other additional interests that are just as important. Michael gives his advice for impact companies to secure capital without sacrificing their missions and how impact investing may be the way to go.

Get full show notes and more information here: https://ssfllp.com/rebooting-capitalism-podcast/#ep13

How do you talk about race and diversity with your organization? It's a question businesses all over the country have been grappling with. Most are afraid to say the wrong thing or cause more harm than good.

My guest today, Nikki Lerner, author, speaker and Culture Coach, has an answer to that question and many others around talking about culture. Nikki coaches leaders and groups on how to facilitate these exact conversations and shows companies why talking about culture can't be a once-a-year event.

Before you can start this conversation with your organization, Nikki says you need to cultivate and steward your soul first.

In this episode, Nikki shares how leaders can bring discussions about culture and diversity into the workplace when they're scared of messing up. She says it all starts with looking inward at your own lifestyle and working through the beliefs you've been ingrained with. By having these conversations, everyone on your team can feel heard, seen, and comfortable bringing their full selves to work.

Get full show notes and more information here: https://ssfllp.com/rebooting-capitalism-podcast/#ep12

In this episode, Afdhel shares the importance of businesses having a purpose outside profit and using their platforms for good. His new book, Good is the New Cool, proposes a new model in marketing that doesn't leave future generations disappointed by our inaction. We're talking about coal-like advertising, accountability on social media, and how brands can embrace purpose.

Get full show notes and more information here: https://ssfllp.com/rebooting-capitalism-podcast/#ep11

In this episode, Scott and Jordan share the journey that brought them together to form this amazing company and how they use a 10-20-30 business model. We're talking about the importance of supporting B corporations and how much good can be achieved through business, as well as the things we can all do to improve the success rate of these youth.

Get full show notes and more information here: https://ssfllp.com/rebooting-capitalism-podcast/#ep10

In this episode, Andy Fyfe talks about the origin of B Lab and why more businesses are choosing to get certified. He shares how companies can improve their scores and how startups can use the new B Pending Corp program. As consumers, if we want to make better purchasing decisions, shopping from B Corp certified companies is a great place to start.

Get full show notes and more information here: https://ssfllp.com/rebooting-capitalism-podcast/#ep9

In this episode, Ava and Aparna talk about the importance of companies shifting to be more diverse, equitable, and inclusive. They're sharing how to make these changes and the benefits companies can experience if they do. These conversations aren't easy to have, but they're necessary if we want to reboot business and reboot capitalism.

Get full show notes and more information here: https://ssfllp.com/rebooting-capitalism-podcast/#ep8

In this episode, Amy Gotliffe shares the strides the Oakland Zoo is taking to reduce plastics in their environment and abroad so that we can all enjoy a cleaner planet. Although this episode was recorded before our world changed so drastically with the pandemic, many of the insights we discuss are applicable now and when this is all over.

Get full show notes and more information here: https://ssfllp.com/rebooting-capitalism-podcast/#ep7

This week, we're joined by Mark Brown, executive business coach, to talk about how bosses can better lead their teams. Mark tells us his story of embracing adventure and unpredictability to become a stronger leader. We chat about the power of thriving in adversity, the changing value of employees, and what it means to "trust your feet."

Get full show notes and more information here: https://ssfllp.com/rebooting-capitalism-podcast/#ep6

In this episode, Lisa Curtis tells us the story of Kuli Kuli Foods and how it is helping small farmers around the world access big food markets like the US. We chat about the benefits of moringa, why it's important to form entrepreneurial partnerships that empower people around the globe, and what other food manufacturers can do if they want to invest in small share farmers, too.

Get full show notes and more information here: https://ssfllp.com/rebooting-capitalism-podcast/#ep5

In this episode, Lindsey Woodward of Abacus Wealth Partners talks about the basics of investing and why it's available to everyone. We also discuss how you can invest in companies that benefit people and the planet while also saving for your future. We dive into saving for retirement if you're working for a company and how you can save even if you don't have access to a traditional 401K.

Get full show notes and more information here: https://ssfllp.com/rebooting-capitalism-podcast/#ep4