Jason Wimberly
The most valuable asset you will ever have is that you are completely unlike anyone else. We must all celebrate our differences, because they are our true strengths With…
eco
The planet could use some help. The founders in this section agree. They’re building companies focused on sustainability, clean energy, environmental technology, and the idea that business can grow without everything else shrinking.
These interviews cover the full eco-friendly business landscape. Renewable energy. Sustainable consumer products. Waste reduction. Clean tech. Carbon offset platforms. The companies trying to solve environmental problems while also being financially viable. Because the best green business is one that stays in business.
What makes these founders interesting is the pragmatism. They’re idealistic enough to tackle enormous problems and realistic enough to know that good intentions don’t pay the bills. The conversations here balance mission with business model in a way that’s refreshing.
You’ll find insights on sustainable supply chains, green certifications, consumer behavior around eco-friendly products, and the challenge of competing on price when doing things the right way costs more. Also the fundraising landscape for green companies, which has its own dynamics. If you care about building businesses that leave the world a little better, these are your people.
Daniel Barry
Time should never be wasted focusing on what others possess but, rather, should be spent honing our own natural strengths and improving ourselves in areas we regard as important. Dan…
Kelly Bedrich
Trust your gut, but get input from those you trust also. Getting thoughtful feedback is really where the positive changes start to happen. Kelly Bedrich is the co-founder of…
Gaby Alves
There is nothing better than action to change the state of things. Gaby Alves is the Chief Operating Officer and Co-Founder of Tampon Tribe, an online membership subscription service…
Nate Masterson
Being productive is more complicated than it seems. It’s not just about getting stuff done, it’s about having what to do…I’m a big believer in snowballing, which is all about…
Tanner C. Knorr
People are starting to think about sustainability as more of an everyday way of living. This excites me because I believe it will lead to people thinking about sustainable travel…
Melina Ex
Enjoy each phase in life to the fullest – no matter whether in that specific moment it seems like the most enjoyable or not. Melina, born in Germany, has…
Kola Adesina
I read, I think, I imagine, I write, I engage and do all of these again and again until the refined idea pops up and takes a life of its…
Sharon Rowe
Breathe. Being in the moment is important but so is projecting potential future paths, even if they never arise. There’s a preparedness that’s helpful in decision making especially when things…
Howard Wool – Founder of Environmental Safety
Demand a return for what you do as you do it.” Howard Wool is a successful entrepreneur in the industrial and commercial chemical industry. His company is named Environmental Safety…
Matthew Crisp – President and CEO of Benson Hill Biosystems
Surround yourself with diverse thinkers who don’t always agree with you, and create an environment that encourages them to challenge you and colleagues and reveal blind spots. Matthew Crisp is…
Meet Matthew Crisp – President and CEO of Benson Hill Biosystems
Raoul Fraser – Director of Alf Burn Hydro
I would take more risks and I would have left my previous employer sooner rather than spending 10 years there in an environment which was not fun and became very…