Taking inspiration from the United Nations 17 biggest challenges that face the planet, we bring you conversations with the leaders of the most innovative technology companies tackling these Global Goals. You'll also learn from the impact investors leveraging their capital to help these companies achieve massive scale. Join us each week to stay informed on the companies paving the way to create solutions to our world's greatest challenges on the Global Goals Project!
Key Links
www.globalgoalsproject.io
Katy invites listeners to post their thoughts and feedback on the site, and announces a short break.
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Produced by Simpler Media
2 Mar 2020
Saving the Planet with Cricket Protein [Episode 37]
Key Links
https://criknutrition.com/
https://youtu.be/RW-wi0wfJ28
https://youtu.be/75mG3NnYYHk
In this episode, founder Alex Drysden talks about the business model of a disruptive supplement company, following your WHY in the face of challenge, and building a brand to change people's mindsets.
What is Crik Nutrition? How did it start?
Why are crickets good for us and for the planet?
Why is it taking so long for cricket-based foods to hit the market?
Are you developing your own farming, or focusing on brand development?
How do you maintain sustainable sourcing and methods?
How do you create a disruptive business model with e-commerce?
What has been the most important thing to keep you going when Crik seemed like it wouldn't work?
Listen in to hear what it takes for a mission-driven e-commerce company to change the insect stigma and disrupt an unsustainable industry.
24 Feb 2020
How to Integrate the UN Global Goals Into Your Business [Episode 36]
Lila Karbassi is the Chief of Programs at the United Nations Global Compact. The UNGC exists to help companies implement the UN Global Goals, track their progress, and give them tools to continually improve their practices.
Key Links:
https://www.unglobalcompact.org/
The Paris Agreement: https://unfccc.int/files/essential_background/convention/application/pdf/english_paris_agreement.pdf
In this episode, you'll hear:
What is the UN Global Compact, and who is involved?
Why should companies adopt the Sustainable Development Goals?
How does the UNGC help companies implement the SDGs into their business?
What will happen to the planet in the next 5 years if business practices don't change?
What are some of the top initiatives?
Do you think we're on pace to hit the SDG's by 2030?
Tune in to get an inside look at the Global Goals from the UN Global Goals initiative for businesses.
More details: http://www.globalgoalsproject.io/ungc/
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This episode was hosted by our Creative Director, Katy Ward. Chandler Perog was the interviewer and is our Executive Director. Production and distribution by Simpler Media Productions.
For insight into how business and cutting edge technology are changing the world, visit us at GlobalGoalsProject.io (http://www.globalgoalsproject.io/)
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