Open Source Sustainability: Recent Episodes
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We interview sustainability leaders across industries to learn what they are working on and how they are steering their companies toward a climate-friendly world.
In this episode, Alex is talking sustainability strategy with Corinne Hanson, a seasoned professional with a decade of experience in the field. As a former head of sustainability at SH Hotels and Resorts and now the VP of Sustainability at GreenPlaces, Corinne shares her expertise on how businesses are transitioning from mere philanthropy to holistic sustainability, driven by customer expectations, investor demands, and regulatory shifts. Learn the essential steps to kick-start your sustainability journey, from centralizing data to tapping into available incentives. Gain insights into the evolving landscape of sustainability reporting and strategy, and how GreenPlaces is empowering businesses with actionable intelligence to achieve their sustainability goals.
This podcast is powered by GreenPlaces. For help in reaching your company's sustainability goals, visit www.greenplaces.com.
In this episode, Alex is joined by Scot Wingo, the co-founder and CEO of Spiffy, a pioneering on-demand mobile car wash and detailing company. As a serial entrepreneur and former CEO of ChannelAdvisor, Scot's expertise and curiosity led him to revolutionize the car care industry. Tune in to hear how Spiffy employs convenience, technology, and sustainability to create a modern, greener car care service and business model. Learn about innovative solutions like water reclamation, eco-friendly chemicals, and lithium-ion “penguin power packs,” that are environmentally friendly and create a better customer experience. Plus, hear Scot’s insights on Spiffy's role in evolving markets and electrification, and its commitment to sustainability.
This podcast is powered by GreenPlaces. For help in reaching your company's sustainability goals, visit www.greenplaces.com.
In this episode, we chat with Beth Whitehouse, Senior Director of Strategic Planning at Oglebay, a 2000-acre resort and public park in Wheeling, West Virginia with a history steeped in environmental stewardship. In addition to providing leisure and luxury activities and accommodations for the whole family, Oglebay is building a one-of-a-kind sustainable ecosystem–one that enriches the resort’s operations, guest experience, the broader community, and the planet alike. In partnership with businesses, donors, and local groups, Beth and team are tackling awesome sustainability initiatives, including a robust forestry management plan (think: removing invasive species, reforestation of native trees, and converting forest litter into biochar), and an innovative solar project to reduce their carbon footprint and energy costs. Explore the park’s fascinating history and hear how today’s team continues to honor the founding vision, creating a greener future for their campus and community.
This podcast is powered by GreenPlaces. For help in reaching your company's sustainability goals, visit www.greenplaces.com.
In this episode, Alex speaks with Annie Field, the Head of Community Impact at Contentful, about how the content management platform and a grass-roots, cross-functional team are driving positive change within the tech industry through ambitious sustainability goals. Annie shares her journey from the nonprofit sector to the corporate world, and highlights the similarities in driving positive impact for business and the planet. Hear how Contentful is tackling sustainability–through the model of handprints and footprints–aligning with their core values, engaging cross-functional teams, and integrating sustainability into business practices to drive positive impact on climate and profitability. Gain valuable insight on a grass-roots approach to building a thoughtful sustainability practice, and motivation from Annie to “just get started!”
This podcast is powered by GreenPlaces. For help in reaching your company's sustainability goals, visit www.greenplaces.com.
In this episode, we speak with Jeffrey Kamis, VP of Marketing and PR at PDQ, a beloved fast-casual dining chain. PDQ stands for People Dedicated to Quality—quality of food, service, and now, sustainability. Discover how PDQ is approaching sustainability one step at a time and anchoring, as always, in quality. Amidst rising challenges faced by the restaurant industry, PDQ is working with GreenPlaces and committing to understanding their footprint, defining their version of sustainability, and taking small steps that will add up to a long-lasting impact for the environment, their brand, and the well-being of their team members and the communities they serve.
This podcast is powered by GreenPlaces. For help in reaching your company's sustainability goals, visit www.greenplaces.com.
In this episode, Ben Clymer, Founder of Hodinkee, shares the journey to becoming the top destination for all things horology: making watches and information about them accessible to all. Ben shares his timeless story of how a simple blog (in 2008) evolved into a thriving watch business with a strong sustainability mission, proving luxury and eco-friendly aren’t mutually exclusive, and founding the content-to-commerce business path along the way. From pioneering sustainable packaging to partnering with brands using Fairmined gold and recycled materials, sustainability is woven into Hodinkee's products and experiences. Join us for a good time,as we unravel the fascinating world of watches and a progressive view on sustainability–where thoughtfulness and curiosity lead to more efficient operations, improved customer experiences, and a smaller environmental footprint.
This podcast is powered by GreenPlaces. For help in reaching your company's sustainability goals, visit www.greenplaces.com.
In this episode, Neal Booker, Senior Manager of Inclusion and Diversity at Yext, shares valuable insights into how Yext incorporates sustainable practices and innovative strategies into its core operations to make a meaningful impact. After discussing Yext's sustainability initiatives, Neal delves into the company's efforts to foster a culture of environmental responsibility, where employees are encouraged to contribute to sustainability goals and make a difference in their local communities. Learn how Yext leverages its platform and partnerships to promote sustainable practices across the digital landscape and empower other digital organizations to adopt eco-friendly strategies.
This podcast is powered by GreenPlaces. For help in reaching your company's sustainability goals, visit www.greenplaces.com.