166. Topher Hamblett, Environmental Steward

Topher Hamblett, Executive Director of Save the Bay, shares insights on environmental conservation, community engagement, and leadership. Discover how grassroots efforts and strategic influence are transforming Narragansett Bay and inspiring future generations.   Takeaways  -Active listening is crucial for effective leadership. -Building trust with stakeholders takes years of relationship-building. -Public support for environmental projects is strong in Rhode Island.   Chapters 05:06 Identifying and Leading Habitat Restoration Projects 05:36 Building Coalitions with Elected Officials 12:56 Leadership, Accountability, and Organizational Culture 20:42 Traits of Effective Leadership 24:26 Favorite Fictional Character: The Lorax Resources   Save the Bay - https://www.savebay.org/ Narragansett Bay - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Narraga... Rhode Island Foundation - https://rifoundation.org/ Hamilton Family Aquarium - https://savebay.org/visit/hamilton-fa...