Connecting Back to Nature at the National Aquarium with John Racanelli

We welcome John Racanelli to join us in an inspiring conversation about our “Ocean Planet”.  He shares with us his own journey and inspiration, as well as some of his innovative designs that bring awareness to the “ocean conservation space”.We know that protecting our oceans is essential for the well-being of our planet, but there is so much more.  John helps us learn about its connection to humans, our mental and physical health, that is just as important. The National Aquarium’s vision is to connect people with nature and inspire them to have compassion for our “ocean planet”. It also offers a place to heal, fostering a deep connection with water that creates a more relaxed state, creative thinking and a sense of well being.Be inspired and moved by our conversation with John Racanelli. Start to ask more questions about our own relationship with nature and how it can enrich our lives in ways we never conceived.As president and CEO of the National Aquarium, John Racanelli leads a diverse, talented team of employees and volunteers in pursuing the Aquarium's global mission to connect people with nature while inspiring care and compassion for our ocean planet. As one of the nation's top aquariums, the National Aquarium welcomes 1.2 million guests and reaches ten times that through its many digital channels every year.Recognized as a visionary in the ocean conservation space, John has led some of the country's most successful aquariums in a career spanning 40 years. Sought after as a speaker and writer, he is known for challenging old ways of thinking and promoting entrepreneurial approaches in zoos, aquariums and museums. His innovations include designing the world's first dolphin sanctuary, leading the creation of a revolutionary floating wetland technology and employing predictive analytics to evaluate and refine mission effectiveness.(3:06) John shares his journey to becoming CEO of The National Aquarium(6:32) Who were some of the people that inspired John to choose his career path?(9:38) We learn about the National Aquarium, its mission and the impact it has in learning more about our “Ocean Planet”.(15:13) John shares his leadership style that brings together the different aspects of the aquarium.(19:20) John shares some key pivotal moments in life that placed him on his current path.(24:42) What does innovation mean to John, relating to his career and his work at The National Aquarium?  What is being worked on at TNA that illustrate how their innovations try to benefit the environment?(34:06) How does the aquarium offer a place to heal?  What part does it play in the well-being of its visitors?(37:30) How do they [the aquarium] stay connected and relevant, in an ever changing world?(39:09) In the future, how will John know that his team’s effort has had an impact?Connect with John Racanelli & The National Aquariumhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/john-racanelli-855a02/https://aqua.org/Subscribe: Warriors At Work Podcasts Website: https://jeaniecoomber.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/986666321719033/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeanie_coomber/Twitter: https://twitter.com/jeanie_coomber LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeanie-coomber-90973b4/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbMZ2HyNNyPoeCSqKClBC_w