Welcome to "Roots of Sustainable Impact," the weekly show where leaders of Greentech and organizations in the climate-critical space gain practical strategies and insights to build thriving, adaptable businesses from the inside out.
Join us every week for in-depth 1-on-1 interviews as we go behind the scenes to uncover how organizations with a positive impact operate and scale. We explore how to set the stage for sustainable growth by implementing the right systems, staff, processes, and partners.
Whether you're a founder or a leader, this podcast equips you with the knowledge to grow your enterprise and amplify your impact.
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29 May 2025
Ep 13. Hesitant or Confused About AI? Let’s Talk About What’s Right for Your Team
Eloisa F. James explores the pervasive questions surrounding AI adoption, addressing hesitation and confusion to determine the right fit for various teams.
2 Apr 2025
Educating for Impact: Critical Thinking, Climate Action, and the Future of STEM — with Eric Magers
Hey there! In this episode of Roots of Sustainable Impact, I had the pleasure of speaking with Eric Magers — an educator, entrepreneur, and environmental champion who’s been on a mission to connect STEM education with real-world sustainability solutions. We dive deep into how he’s doing just that through his two organizations: Seaside Sustainability and the National STEM Honor Society. Eric shared how he got his start (including a sweet Earth Day story involving his mom!), and how his p...
18 Mar 2025
Leading with Relevance: How to Stay Engaged and Effective with Rob Carr
In this episode, I sit down with my friend and fellow industrial engineer, Rob Carr, to dive into a concept that’s more important than ever: Relevant Leadership. Rob has spent his career helping overwhelmed executives navigate change, and through his work, he’s developed a powerful framework for staying attuned to the evolving needs of organizations, employees, and the world around us. Here’s what we explore in this episode: ✅ What is Relevant Leadership? And why does it matter now more...
4 Mar 2025
Community as a Superpower: How Ecosystems Drive Impact with Leroy Brown
Hey there, it's Eloisa! Welcome back to Roots of Sustainable Impact. This episode is packed with energy, insight, and community-driven innovation. I had the pleasure of chatting with Leroy Brown from Opportunity Hub (OHUB) in New Orleans. We dive deep into why community is a superpower and how building an ecosystem with culture at its core creates a real, lasting impact. Leroy shares how OHUB supports Black and Brown founders, incubating over 100 businesses and funding multiple p...
25 Feb 2025
Reimagining Healthcare: Sustainability, Waste Reduction & Resilience with Dr. Cassandra Thiel
In this episode, we’re diving into an issue that’s often overlooked but has a massive impact—sustainability in healthcare. I’m joined by Dr. Cassandra Thiel, an assistant professor at NYU Langone Health and founder of Clinically Sustainable Consulting. Cassie brings a fascinating perspective to this conversation, blending her background in engineering with her research on the environmental footprint of healthcare systems. We get into the nitty-gritty of why hospitals generate so much waste, w...
11 Feb 2025
Leading with Intentionality: Staying Committed to Impact in Uncertain Times
Hey everyone, welcome back to Roots of Sustainable Impact. Today’s episode is a little different. I just wanted to take a moment to acknowledge the changes happening in the U.S. right now. With a new administration comes shifts in policies—some of which directly impact the work we do in sustainability and social equity. I know that for many of us, these changes can feel discouraging. It’s easy to feel anxious or even powerless. But I want to remind you: you are doing important work. The impac...
21 Jan 2025
The Secret to Sustainable Growth: Building Clarity
Hi friends, Eloisa here! In today’s episode of Roots of Sustainable Impact, we’re tackling a topic that’s both exciting and challenging: scaling without chaos. Growth is thrilling, especially when your demand is skyrocketing, but let’s be honest—it can quickly spiral into chaos if your foundation isn’t solid.In this episode, I share:Why growth often feels chaotic and what to do about it.The essential role of mission, vision, and values in scaling sustainably.How to identify your “non-neg...
14 Jan 2025
Turning 'Not Now' into Opportunity: Relational Equity and Inclusive Innovation with Latane Brackett
Latane Brackett shares his guiding principles of relational equity and inclusive innovation, empowering organizations to turn 'not now' into opportunities for growth and success.
7 Jan 2025
Starting and Scaling ESG Programs: Insights from Rebecca Lehman
Send us a textHello! In this episode of Roots of Sustainable Impact, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Rebecca Lehman, the Senior Manager of Social Impact and ESG at DroneDeploy. We took a deep dive into the fascinating world of ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) programs.Rebecca shared how ESG serves as a framework to manage risk while driving purpose-driven growth. She explained how her team prioritizes stakeholders, balances scaling with impact, and selects meani...
17 Dec 2024
Leadership for Impact: Building Resilient Teams in the Climate Space with Eric Girard
Leadership expert Eric Girard shares actionable insights on building resilient teams in the climate space, empowering new managers to achieve lasting impact.
10 Dec 2024
Stakeholder Engagement: Building Trust from Within and Beyond with Dr. Michelle Miller-Groves
Dr. Michelle Miller-Groves, founder of More Than Marketing, shares insights on stakeholder engagement, emphasizing the crucial role of internal stakeholders as brand ambassadors and external partners in driving sustainable impact.
3 Dec 2024
Building Bridges: Chris Whitehead on Environmental Justice and Community Partnerships
Send us a textIn this episode, I sit down with Chris Whitehead, a senior environmental justice consultant at Worley, to talk about something close to both of our hearts—integrating environmental justice into the way organizations operate. Chris brings a wealth of experience in air quality and environmental justice, and he breaks down what environmental justice really means.We dive into the practical steps organizations can take to build stronger, more genuine partnerships with communities, an...
28 Nov 2024
Why I’m Launching Roots of Sustainable Impact and Why It Matters Now
Eloisa Marquez-Gonzalez explains why she's launching Roots of Sustainable Impact, sharing how businesses can create meaningful change in the face of climate change, equity, and resilience crises.
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