E100 Rich Stockdale: Leadership is a Team Sport

Shoot Room Sessions has officially hit triple digits—and we’re celebrating in style with a very special guest. For our 100th episode, we’re joined by OC’s own Rich Stockdale, a transformative leader, environmental pioneer, and the founder of Oxygen Conservation.Rich takes us on a deeply personal journey, from his early struggles in the north of England to becoming a pioneering entrepreneur, he shares how early setbacks in sport shaped his resilience, how American football changed his mindset, and how he climbed the ranks at the Environment Agency before setting out on his own. Now, with a £200M natural capital portfolio spanning over 43,000 acres, he’s on a mission to make nature a mainstream asset class—proving that conservation and commercial success can go hand in hand.This is 67 minutes of never-before-heard Rich—raw insights, hard-hitting lessons, and the mindset shifts that got him where he is today.Episode 100 marks the beginning of a bold new era for Shoot Room Sessions. We’re doubling down on big conversations, fresh perspectives, and inspiring visionaries who are making waves in their industries. This milestone is a testament to our incredible community of listeners, and we can’t wait to bring you even more powerful stories in the future.A huge thank you to our sponsor, Knight Frank, for making these conversations possible. Their support helps us dive deep into the crucial topics shaping a more sustainable world.