Welcome to Make The Most. I’m your host Cheryl Contee, CEO of The Impact Seat Foundation, an organization that strives to create a world in which women of color can succeed in entrepreneurship and as business leaders.
At TISF, we operate on the philosophy of Full Stack Philanthropy, a practice that melds impact investing, grantmaking, and advocacy to sustain an ecosystem and community for female founders across the globe.
We believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion equals return on investment—and we believe in taking charge of our futures and paving the way for other women just like us. In a country where Black women are launching businesses at higher rates than any other demographic, yet receiving statistically close to $0 in funding, we can see that there’s money and innovation left for the taking.
On Make The Most, you’ll learn key insights and resources for founders and investors of color and hear thought-provoking conversations with changemakers passionate about ROI, ESG and creating greater equity in a more economically prosperous world.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.
Katie Hintz- Zambrano: Make the Most of Your Motherhood
Cheryl Contee interviews Katie Hintz-Zambrano, founder of Mother magazine and InGood Company, on leveraging motherhood to drive entrepreneurship and female empowerment.
26 Nov 2024
Ande Lyons: Make the Most of Your Age
Cheryl Conte engages entrepreneur Ande Lyons in a conversation about overcoming ageism and embracing entrepreneurial potential through intergenerational connections and mindset shifts.
12 Nov 2024
Baratunde Thurston: Make the Most of Your Future
In this episode of 'Make the Most', host Cheryl Conte engages with Baratunde Thurston, exploring themes of democracy, diversity, and the importance of comedy in addressing social issues. They discuss the significance of Frederick Douglass's speech, the role of Indigenous wisdom in American democracy, and the current state of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in startups. The conversation also touches on the future of AI, sustainable practices in food consumption, and the importance of maintaining hope in challenging times.
You'll Learn:
(00:00) Who is Baratunde Thurston?
(03:07) The Importance of Frederick Douglass's Speech
(06:03) Indigenous Wisdom and American Democracy
(08:57) The State of DEI in Startups
(11:51) The Role of Comedy in Social Discourse
(14:46) Navigating the Future of AI and Technology
(21:03) Sustainable Practices in Food Consumption
(24:54) Finding Hope in Challenging Times
Key Takeaways:
Baratunde emphasizes the importance of interdependence in society.
He highlights the historical significance of Indigenous democracy in America.
Diverse-led firms are proven to be more innovative and profitable.
Fear and lack of imagination hinder progress in DEI initiatives.
Comedy serves as a tool for survival and connection in chaotic times.
Mindfulness in our actions and words is crucial as we integrate technology.
Sustainable practices in food consumption are essential for preserving our environment.
Hope can be found in the stories of success and resilience around us.
We must actively participate in shaping our future with technology.
America is an ongoing experiment, and we have the power to influence its direction.
Connect with Baratunde Thurston:
Website (https://www.baratunde.com/)
LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/baratunde/)
Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/baratunde/?hl=en)
Connect with Cheryl Contee:
LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/cherylcontee/)
Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/cherylcontee/)
Connect with The Impact Seat Foundation
Website (https://impactseat.org/)
LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-impact-seat/)
Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/impactseat/)
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.
Contact Make The Most
Guest appearances
Books guests
Based on episode analysis; this does not confirm that the show is currently accepting guests.
Host of Make The Most?
Claim your podcast to manage its listing and keep your show details accurate.
Pod Engine is an independent podcast discovery and analytics service and is not affiliated with or endorsed by this podcast. Artwork and show content belong to their owners. Full legal notice.
Explore this show Podcast research with Pod Engine
