In this episode Jeff is joined by Matt Barinholtz, CEO of Future Makers. They discuss the company's mission to bridge the gap between learners and educators, particularly in elementary education. Matt shares his journey from being an educator in a secure facility to founding Future Makers, emphasizing the importance of hands-on learning experiences. They explore the challenges faced by educators, the need for practical, experiential learning, and the transformative impact of creative educational approaches. Highlighting how Future Makers aims to inspire and empower young people through innovative, engineering-based educational experiences.

About Matt

He exists to spark hands-on learning. His work connects learners, educators, and youth workers to traditional skills, creative technologies, and serious play. From his roots as a visual artist and maker serving underserved and disenfranchised youth, Matt spent a decade as an unconventional vocational educator and leader making shop-based learning available to homeless and incarcerated youth. Matt is proud of his midwestern roots, loves Baltimore, and believes small hands with big ideas deserve opportunities to explore, make things to keep, and the support of confident, caring, and playful educators.

About Future Maker

Seeing the opportunity to disrupt the school-to-prison pipeline, Matt founded FutureMakers to help elementary educators confidently integrate tools and hands-on learning in historically underserved classrooms across the Baltimore-Washington corridor.

Matt’s Top 5 Albums/Artists

1. The Ink Spots - If I Didn't Care.
2. Take Five
3. Steely Dan - Asia
4. Joni Mitchell
5. The Flamingos- I only have eyes for you

Learn more about Matt at http://www.mattbarinholtz.com.

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In this episode Jeff is joined by Kip Tindell, former CEO and co-founder of The Container Store. Their conversation delves into the store's origins, emphasizing its employee-first philosophy and stakeholder capitalism. Kip shares anecdotes about developing the store's concept, fostering a strong company culture, and navigating the challenges of raising private equity. He reflects on his retirement, newfound joys, and the importance of communication and intuition in leadership. A must listen for anyone looking for inspiration and insight on how to maintain their organizational and leadership values amidst financial pressures.

About Kip

Over the course of his career, Tindell has been presented with numerous awards, including Ernst & Young’s Entrepreneur of the Year and the National Retail Federation’s Innovator of the Year and Gold Medal Award. Tindell was inducted into the Retailing Hall of Fame, the Dallas Business Hall of Fame, and the World Retail Hall of Fame.

About The Container Store

Over the years, The Container Store has been lauded for its focus on its original concept, proprietary inventory mix and its unwavering commitment to its employee-first culture. The goal was never growth for growth’s sake. Rather, it was to adhere to the company’s seven Foundation Principles, which mirror the tenets of Conscious Capitalism.

Kip’s Top 5 Albums/Artists

1. Bob Dylan's - Nashville Skyline
2. Beatles - White Album
3. Jackson Browne - For EveryMan
4. Sly and the Family Stars - Everybody Is a Star
5. Leon Russell

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https://www.consciouscapitalism.org

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Join host Jeff Cherry in the latest episode of CTR as he dives into the heated debate surrounding Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives in today’s workplaces. With the rise of the controversial "MEI" (Merit, Excellence, and Intelligence) acronym, Jeff critiques this anti-DEI stance, highlighting how our narrow focus on merit alone ignores the systemic barriers that marginalized communities face.

In this thought-provoking episode, Jeff passionately argues for the undeniable economic advantages of a diverse workforce and emphasizes the urgent need for intentional strategies to attract diverse talent. Co-host Zay provides a rich historical context, examining how the term "woke" has been co-opted in modern discourse. Together, they underscore the vital role of leadership in championing diversity and expose the risks of using "ME" as a shield for exclusion.

Tune in for an enlightening conversation that challenges conventional thinking and champions the transformative power of inclusivity!

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The Eleventh guest on Capitalism: The Remix is Evan Lutz, founder and CEO of Hungry Harvest. He is also one of the first founders to come through the Conscious Venture Lab!

Evan is a 31 year-old social entrepreneur from Baltimore, Maryland who is passionate about food justice, entrepreneurship, and the Baltimore Ravens. He's a frequent guest on NPR, the Washington Post, and Baltimore News stations. He's been recognized in both Forbes 30 under 30 and Baltimore Business Journal's 40 under 40 lists and Montgomery County Emerging Business of the Year Award (previous winners include Honest Tea, Sweet Green, and Comcast). Evan was also featured on ABC's Shark Tank, where he made a deal with Robert Herjavec.

In this episode of "Capitalism: The Remix,". Jeff and Evan explore Evan's journey creating a social enterprise aimed at reducing food waste and promoting food justice. Evan shares his motivations, challenges, and experiences, including behind-the-scenes insights from his appearance on Shark Tank and the subsequent growth (and pivot) of his business. They explore themes of resiliency, the impact of food waste, and the evolution of the U.S. food system.

Evan’s Top 5 Albums/Artists

1. Abbey Roads - The Beatles
2. Essential Springsteen - Springsteen
3. Good Kid, Mad City - Kendrick Lamar
4. Eagles - The Eagles

Evan’s company, Hungry Harvest - hungryharvest.net

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/evan-lutz-949b0833/

Instagram - @evanmlutz

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The tenth guest on Capitalism: The Remix is Susan Reilly Salgado, Ph.D., co-founder of one of the NYC Chapter of Conscious Capitalism, has recorded a TEDx talk, has been a contributor to Inc. magazine, and was named one of Fast Company’s 100 Most Creative People in Business.

As a consultant and a speaker, her work focuses on how organizations can leverage a strong and healthy organizational culture to achieve outstanding results. Her proprietary model of culture is rooted in her academic and executive experience, including 15 years as a partner in Danny Meyer’s Union Square Hospitality Group (USHG). Her work has been profiled in numerous publications, including The New York Times, Wall Street Journal, Fast Company, and Business Insider.

In this podcast episode, Susan Salgado and Jeff delve into the intricacies of business, organizational culture, and personal experiences. Susan shares her journey from studying environmental sciences to becoming an expert in organizational behavior, influenced by her work with Danny Meyer in the restaurant industry. They discuss the importance of diversity, supportive relationships, and the impact of personal experiences on professional growth. The conversation also touches on leadership, the significance of creating inclusive workplaces, and how genuine care for employees can drive organizational success.

Susan’s Top 5 Albums/Artists

1. Crosby, Stills, Nash, Young - CSN
2. U2 - Beautiful Day & Summer of Love
3. Sade
4. Ottmar Liebert - Nouveau flamenco
5. Mozart - Amadeus

Podcasts Mentioned:

Culture Club - https://open.spotify.com/show/4JlqOqhImVEFmH4ue7GbVH

Every Other Wednesday - https://www.youtube.com/@everyotherwednesday4908

Pivot- Kara Swisher and Scott Galloway

https://open.spotify.com/show/4MU3RFGELZxPT9XHVwTNPR

http://www.susansalgado.com

LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/susansalgado/

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The ninth guest on Capitalism: The Remix is Joe Mechlinski, Founder and CEO of SHIFT, New York Times bestselling author, and TEDx speaker.

At SHIFT, a tech-enabled management consulting firm nationally recognized as a ‘Best Workplace,’ Joe helps leaders build healthy and high-performing organizations by disrupting outdated norms, building engaged teams, and using technology to unlock human potential. Passionate about equity in the workplace.

In this episode, Jeff and Joe explore alternative perspectives on capitalism and work. They discuss the influence of Joe's upbringing on his views and his belief in creating value without causing harm. Jeff and Joe share thoughts on the concept of a stakeholder model and the resistance it faces due to societal beliefs and personal suffering. Tune in to hear their thoughts on creating a positive work culture and the need for open-mindedness and understanding in the workplace and more.

Joe’s Top 5 Songs/Artists

1. Hot Chip - One Life Stand
2. Eminem
3. Kanye
4. Jay-Z
5. Taylor Swift

Books mentioned in this episode:

1. "Capitalism and Freedom" by Milton Friedman
2. "The Wealth of Nations" by Adam Smith
3. "The Stakeholder Society" by Bruce Ackerman and Anne Alstott
4. "Drive: The Surprising Truth About What Motivates Us" by Daniel H. Pink
5. "Crucial Conversations: Tools for Talking When Stakes Are High" by Kerry Patterson, Joseph Grenny, Ron McMillan, and Al Switzler

https://www.shiftthework.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/joemechlinski/

Books Written by Joe:

Grow Regardless: Of Your Business' Size, Your Industry or the Economy and Despite the Government!

Shift the Work: The Revolutionary Science of Moving from Apathetic to All in Using Your Head, Heart and Gut

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The 8th guest on Capitalism: The Remix is Ed Freeman. He is a prolific educator, consultant, and speaker, best known for his work on the topics of Stakeholder Management and Business Ethics.

Ed is University Professor and Olsson Professor at the Darden School, University of Virginia. Ed is founder of Stakeholder Theory, which he outlines in his award-winning book, Strategic Management: A Stakeholder Approach.

Listen in as Ed shares how growing up on a farm in rural Georgia and an undergrad in philosophy led him to spend his career teaching how the purpose of business is to create value for stakeholders.

Ed's Top 5 Songs

1. The Allman Brothers Live at Fillmore East
2. B. B. King Live at the Regal
3. Yo Yo Ma Bach Cello Concerto
4. Something by Bob Marley
5. Kind of Blue by Miles Davis

https://redwardfreeman.com

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The seventh guest on Capitalism: The Remix is Kate Goodall. Through her roles as co-founder and former CEO of Halcyon House and Managing Partner of Halcyon Fund, Kate is accelerating the impact-driven future of business and is dedicated to supporting social entrepreneurs and artists who are driving positive social change through their innovative ventures.

Under Kate’s leadership, Halcyon House provides a unique platform for these change makers, offering them access to resources, mentorship, and a vibrant community of like-minded individuals.

Since the recording of this podcast, Halcyon has updated impact statistics to more accurately reflect their work. Halcyon ventures have raised over $500 million dollars to scale their ventures, Halcy ventures have created over 6,000 jobs, and 75% of Halcyon fellows identify as women or non-binary and 78% are founders of color. Halcyon has over 40 Angel Investors that have made investments in 10 companies. Finally, Halcyon's Cohort 18 finished up in May of this year.

Please note: On December 31, 2023 Kate will step down as CEO of Halcyon House to run a venture fund investing in Halcyon ventures and other startups focus on Climate, Health, and EqiutyTech. Keep up with her and her next moves on LinkedIn!

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