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We are thrilled to have Inge Plautz join us to discuss how boards of family-owned businesses are navigating the current rate of change. Inge Plautz is the President, CEO, and Lead Practitioner of Forums for Family Business, an organization with a 40-year legacy of supporting multigenerational family enterprises. A champion for growth through connection, Inge is deeply committed to peer learning as a catalyst for resilience. She has designed and facilitated numerous CEO forums and cross-disciplinary networks, helping leaders move beyond static assumptions to co-create insight through shared inquiry. Beyond her advisory work, she serves as the designated Governance Expert for the University of Wisconsin–Madison Family Business Center and is a Certified Private Company Director. At the heart of her work is a mission to transform governance into a "living, breathing system" that empowers families to navigate generational change with both clarity and heart.Support the showSustainable Change - Meaningful Impact 

We’re excited to welcome Jeanne C. Meister, an independent global HR consultant and pioneer in the future of work. She has founded and successfully exited two influential HR peer networks, Corporate University Xchange (corpu.com) and Future Workplace (futureworkplace.com), both serving senior HR and corporate learning leaders.Jeanne has received top honors in workplace learning, including ATD’s Distinguished Contribution in Workplace Learning Award and the Learning & Performance Institute’s Colin Steed Award. Her thought leadership appears in outlets such as CLO Magazine, the Financial Times, Fast Company, Forbes, Harvard Business Review, and HR Executive, and she serves as Vice Chair of Excelsior University’s board of trustees.With deep expertise in Employee Experience, AI for HR, Coaching, Talent Transformation, and Hybrid Work Environments, Jeanne brings a powerful and timely perspective on the future of work.Let’s dive in!Support the showSustainable Change - Meaningful Impact 

We’re honored to welcome Ayelet Fishbach, a leading expert on human motivation and decision-making, and the Eric J. Gleacher Distinguished Service Professor of Behavioral Science and Marketing at the University of Chicago Booth School of Business. Her research reveals how people achieve ambitious goals, spanning self-control, intrinsic motivation, feedback, patience, and healthy habit formation. A past president of the Society for the Science of Motivation and the International Social Cognition Network, Fishbach is the award-winning author of Get it Done: Surprising Lessons from the Science of Motivation. Her work has earned top honors, including SESP’s Best Dissertation and Career Trajectory Awards, the Society for Consumer Psychology’s Distinguished Scientific Contribution Award, the Fulbright Educational Foundation Award, and the University of Chicago’s Provost’s Teaching Award. She writes and speaks about the practical science behind exercising, healthy eating, studying, working, and saving, turning hard-but-worthy goals into achievable outcomes.Tune in to learn how to design feedback that compounds over time, and how to leverage wisdom to sustainably boost motivation. Let’s dive in.Support the showSustainable Change - Meaningful Impact 

We enjoyed having Gary Reisman join us for the second episode of our innovation series. Gary is a successful serial entrepreneur and tech innovator with a track record of revolutionizing advertising and media, founding Modwell Holdings Inc., and consistently pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. In this episode, we dive into Gary’s journey of building companies from the ground up, his passion for creativity and community empowerment, and his bold decision to pivot, redesigning Modwell and launching Rebuild LA in response to disaster. Tune in to discover how Gary’s relentless drive to innovate and adapt, especially in times of crisis, is reshaping the real estate industry and inspiring others to turn challenges into opportunities.Support the showSustainable Change - Meaningful Impact 

We enjoyed having Joseph Frankie III with us. Joseph isn't just an Executive Coach; he's a best-selling author, a sought-after speaker, and a trusted advisor. Oh, and did we mention he's a retired US Army Colonel? That's right, he brings decades of strategic command and real-world experience to the table.Get ready for a powerhouse conversation where Joseph unveils his strategies for navigating tectonic change and leading with unwavering impact. Whether you're staring down a career crossroads, aiming to amplify your leadership prowess, or simply hungry for personal evolution, this episode is your secret weapon. Let's dive in!Support the showSustainable Change - Meaningful Impact 

We enjoyed having Hilton Barbour with us, a seasoned expert with over 20 years of experience navigating the dynamic intersection of marketing strategy, culture, and change. For more than a decade, he has guided organizations on the critical importance of aligning corporate strategy with organizational culture. Hilton's global career, working with diverse businesses such as Enron, Nokia, Coca-Cola, EY, and IBM, has fueled his fascination with the profound impact of culture on organizational success.Tune in for an inspiring conversation with a seasoned culture champion!Support the showSustainable Change - Meaningful Impact 

We enjoyed having Gary Reisman with us, a visionary leader, serial entrepreneur, and tech innovator. From revolutionizing advertising and media to founding Modwell Holdings Inc., Gary has consistently pushed boundaries with his entrepreneurial spirit and groundbreaking ideas. We’ll dive into his journey of building companies from the ground up, his passion for creativity and community empowerment, and how he’s using cutting-edge technology to reshape the real estate industry.Tune in for an inspiring conversation with a true disruptor and innovator!Support the showSustainable Change - Meaningful Impact 

We enjoyed recording this podcast episode with Landon Steele, an innovative entrepreneur, seasoned executive, and angel investor with over 30 years of experience in healthcare, biotech, and Silicon Valley startups. As the founder of Steele Consulting, Landon helps startups become 'Silicon Valley Ready' offering expertise in fundraising, business development, and scaling. As a co-founder, board member, and investor, Landon brings a unique perspective on building successful businesses and fostering strong founder-investor partnerships.Tune in to learn from an experienced entrepreneur and investor who’s helping shape the future of startups and innovation. Support the showSustainable Change - Meaningful Impact 

In this episode, we reconnect with Ed Peters, Ph.D., a distinguished serial entrepreneur and award-winning executive, who previously shared his extraordinary journey of resilience following a life-altering stroke. In this follow-up conversation, Ed takes us deeper into his inspiring recovery process, revealing the innovative strategies and mindset that led to his full recovery.Let's listen and delve into his transformative approach to healing, uncover what it truly takes to overcome life's greatest challenges, and gain insight into what matters most when rebuilding a meaningful and purposeful life. Support the showSustainable Change - Meaningful Impact 

In this inspiring podcast episode, we sit down with Ellyn Winters-Robinson, a cancer survivor, a passionate advocate for women's health, an acclaimed speaker, and a globally recognized health rebel. Ellyn shares her powerful journey of resilience, hope, and empowerment as she navigated her battle with breast cancer and emerged as a beacon of strength for others.We also explore the groundbreaking work behind AskEllyn.ai, the world's first conversational AI companion designed specifically to support individuals facing breast cancer. Ellyn discusses how this innovative platform transforms how patients access information, find emotional support, and take control of their health journey.Let's listen to an uplifting conversation about courage, advocacy, and the future of personalized care in the fight against breast cancer.Support the showSustainable Change - Meaningful Impact 

In this podcast episode, Choeib Boutamine—renowned Energy Advisor, CEO of Ranadrill Consulting, and acclaimed speaker—shares invaluable insights into the geopolitical dynamics shaping the oil, gas, and energy sectors.Let's listen and delve into inspiring perspectives on the future of global energy and the opportunities ahead.Support the showSustainable Change - Meaningful Impact 

In this podcast episode, Ali Siminovsky, Ph.D., a successful industrial-organizational psychologist with a people-centric approach, shares how she prioritizes robust data practices, comprehensive employee wellness, and forward-looking strategies for the future of work.Let's listen and delve into inspiring perspectives on organizational psychology and enabling humanity at work.Support the showSustainable Change - Meaningful Impact 

Andrew Ronchetto is the Co-Founder and CEO of Be On, a comprehensive wellness platform designed to support holistic well-being for individuals and practitioners.Before co-founding Be On, Andrew held several executive leadership positions and was an advisor to various organizations across multiple industries, including the Big Four consulting firms and Fortune 500 companies across several continents.Frustrated by the limitations of existing wellness technology, Andrew's vision is to ensure that technology acts as a bridge, not a barrier, to holistic wellness.Let’s dive into an inspiring conversation about how Andrew and his team are making a positive impact on holistic health and well-being.Support the showSustainable Change - Meaningful Impact 

In this podcast episode, Ed Peters, Ph.D., a distinguished serial entrepreneur and award-winning executive, passionate Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu practitioner, and FAA instrument-rated pilot, shares with Nihad his remarkable recovery journey after suffering a stroke. Let's listen to this resilient stroke survivor as he shares insights on resilience, perseverance, and what truly matters.Support the showSustainable Change - Meaningful Impact 

In this podcast episode, Matt Poepsel, Ph.D., author of Expand the Circle: Enlightened Leadership for our New World of Work, host of the Lead the People podcast, and Vice President & Godfather of Talent Optimization at the Predictive Index, shares with Nihad deep insights on how our leadership style needs to evolve to ignite much-needed change.   Support the showSustainable Change - Meaningful Impact 

In this podcast episode, Richard Torres, an executive advisor, skilled diplomat, and retired Brigadier General with combat aviation experience, discusses with Nihad how his two military and corporate America careers allowed him to bring his unique leadership style to the boardroom.  Listen to great insights from two leaders passionate about empowering people and designing and maintaining positive corporate cultures. Support the showSustainable Change - Meaningful Impact 

Mayan Metzler, co-founder and CEO of OYA New Earth, discusses their shared passion for ancestral wisdom and positive transformation with Nihad.Nihad has been leveraging behavioural design since 2018 to build resilient businesses, focusing on people and culture. She has been looking for ways to harmonize ancestral wisdom and wellness to ignite corporate culture renewal for years. Meeting Mayan was timely as he had already crafted a unique approach to wellness, fusing old-world healing and new-world technologies.  Support the showSustainable Change - Meaningful Impact 

Susanna Fassetta, a renowned Italian actress and founder of Eden Ranch in the Dominican Republic, will discuss her passion for horse therapy and the profound transformation she has been achieving through her equine spiritual retreats with Nihad.Nihad has been leveraging behavioural design since 2018 to build resilient businesses focusing on people and culture. Nihad has sought ways to harmonize transcendence and wellness for years to ignite corporate culture renewal. She knew she had found a unique avenue for such transcendence when she met Susanna. This is the unique story of a woman healing her clients through horse therapy, focusing on spiritual, emotional, psychological, and physical well-being while improving her clients' behavioural and cognitive abilities.  Support the showSustainable Change - Meaningful Impact 

Chris Hardwick, a seasoned Adventurepreneur and executive business coach, will discuss their shared passion for transforming corporate cultures with Nihad. Chris combines the life of adventure with that of an entrepreneur and brings the spirit of adventure into organizations he works with for a positive and lasting impact on people and organizational culture.   Support the showSustainable Change - Meaningful Impact 

Join Nihad, Strategy Consultant and CEO at Acquence Solutions, and Marc-André Coulombe, Chief of Corporate Affairs at Viridis Terra, on this Podcast about a scalable, innovative, global, nature-based solution for land restoration.🌳🎙Support the showSustainable Change - Meaningful Impact 

Join Nihad, Strategy Consultant and CEO at Acquence Solutions, and Marc-André Coulombe, Chief of Corporate Affairs at Viridis Terra, on this Podcast about a scalable, innovative, global, nature-based solution for land restoration.🌳🎙 Support the showSustainable Change - Meaningful Impact 

Kumiko is a humanitarian, environmental activist, indigenous rights advocate, producer, and filmmaker. She is also a culture champion and a proud Japanese American. For the last few years, she left her beloved town of Sedona in Arizona to live with the Siekopai nation in Ecuador to transform the environmental crisis through culture, ceremony, and community work. Creating paths to wealth and protecting ancestral cultures and knowledge, a way of life, and the integrity of the Amazon Rainforest is at the core of everything she does. She will produce and direct more documentaries and short videos to support her humanitarian work. Support the showSustainable Change - Meaningful Impact 

Join Nihad, a Strategy Consultant, The Predictive Index Certified Partner and the CEO of Acquence, and Ross, a successful innovator, serial entrepreneur, and the founder and CEO of Biosortia Microbiomics. Ross holds 75 patents worldwide. Ross' recent major innovations include an R&D 100 Award for collaboration on biopolymer technologies. In 1998, he was awarded the Ernst & Young Ohio Entrepreneur of the Year award. Additionally, the U.S. Small Business Administration honoured him as their national "Business Person of the Year" in a presentation by Vice President Al Gore. In 2009, Biosortia was awarded a $6 million ARPA-E (U.S. Dept. of Energy R&D) grant for its algal harvesting technology, which helped develop Biosortia's drug discovery platform.Now let's listen for great insights on how AI and technology support academia and accelerate discovery and what this means for humanity.   Support the showSustainable Change - Meaningful Impact 

Join Nihad, CEO of Acquence, strategy consultant and the Predictive Index certified partner and Joe Frankie III, former Colonel in the U.S Army and Founder and President of JFIII Associates LLC, for great insights to help you with your strategic change journey. In this podcast, Joe and Nihad discuss why culture and behavior are critical to mastering strategic change and achieving organizational alignment. All while focusing on real-world examples of successes and failures.Support the showSustainable Change - Meaningful Impact