Capitalism the Remix

Capitalism: The Remix | Allie Armitage

Want to learn how conscious leaders can reshape the world through authentic connections and innovative thinking? Join Jeff and Allie as they discuss Allie’s journey from entrepreneur to coach and facilitator, focusing on the development of their Conscious Capitalism Boot Camp. They explore the importance of emotional intelligence, mindfulness, and somatic practices in entrepreneurship and leadership. The conversation highlights their collaborative process, the evolution of their program, and the positive feedback from diverse participants. Allie also shares her upcoming retreats and workshops, emphasizing the value of community and conscious leadership in building impactful businesses. The episode concludes with a lighthearted music question and reflections on the power of connection in business.

 

Desert Island Albums/Artists List:

1. Arena Tropical 
2. Leon Bridges
3. Bon Iver 
4. Chappell Roan
5. Buena Vista Social Club

 

Connect with Allie: https://www.theembodiedvisionary.com/

 

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Capitalism: The Remix | MAXIOM Labs

What does it take to optimize your human operating system? MAXIOM Labs’ co-founders Eric Harr and Frank DiCrisi aim to create just that! Join us as they share their entrepreneurial journeys, the challenges of building a mission-driven company, and the importance of supportive partnerships. They highlight MAXIOM’s work in financial and health innovation, emphasizing communication, resilience, and love as keys to impactful leadership and social change. 

 

Desert Island Albums/Artists List:

1. Hamilton (Soundtrack)
2. “Southern Cross” by Crosby, Stills & Nash
3. A Lullaby, DiCrisi family secret, shhh!
4. “Landslide” by Stevie Nicks
5. "Blackbird" by The Beatles 

 

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Capitalism: The Remix | David Jaimes

David Jaimes, CEO of Finio Pay, talks about his journey from traditional banking in Colombia to fintech innovation in Mexico City. Jeff and David discuss David’s mission to empower underbanked businesses across Latin America and the cultural and economic forces shaping Mexico’s fintech landscape. David shares how he has explored opportunities and navigated challenges within emerging markets utilizing tech to drive financial inclusion.

 

About David

David Jaimes is the CEO & Co-Founder of Finio Pay, a fintech platform embedding credit and payments into the CPGs supply chain in emerging markets. A second-time fintech founder with over a decade in banking and digital lending, David has built credit rails that power financial inclusion from the bottom up. At Finio Pay, he leads a mission to digitize the $300B traditional retail economy.

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Learn more about: Find David on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/davjaimes/

 

Desert Island Albums/Artists List

 

1. Bob Marley - Three Little Birds  
2. Danny Ocean - Dembow
3. J Balvin - Colores
4. Kanye West - College Registration

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Capitalism: The Remix | Dr. Elizabeth Clayborne

In this episode, Jeff is joined by CEO & Co-Founder of NasaClip, Dr. Elizabeth Clayborne. She is an accomplished emergency medicine physician. Dr. Clayborne recounts her inspiring journey from her roots in Denver to her academic pursuits at Duke University and Case Western Reserve University. She emphasizes her dedication to medical ethics and health policy, areas that have profoundly shaped her career. Dr. Clayborne also shares the story behind her entrepreneurial venture, the creation of "the bandaid for nosebleeds," a practical device designed to manage nosebleeds, which was inspired by the frequent cases she encountered in the emergency room. This innovation not only addresses a common medical issue but also reflects her commitment to improving patient care through practical solutions.

 

Throughout the conversation, Dr. Clayborne reflects on her family's history of resilience, drawing strength from their experiences and expressing her drive to honor their legacy through her work. The discussion with Jeff highlights key themes such as innovation in the medical field, the ethical considerations that healthcare professionals must navigate, and the unique challenges faced by underrepresented entrepreneurs in bringing their ideas to fruition. Dr. Clayborne's story serves as a testament to the power of perseverance and the impact of thoughtful innovation in advancing both individual careers and broader industry standards.

 

About Dr. Clayborne

She is an Emergency Physician and the CEO & Co-Founder of NasaClip, a medical device for nosebleeds. She has raised over $3.5M in funding and was awarded a NSF SBIR Phase I grant for $256K to assist with the development of her device. NasaClip launched as the “Band Aid” for nosebleeds in late 2023 on NasaClip.com. Dr. Clayborne has been featured on several national interviews on networks such as CNN, MSNBC, CBSN and TEDx discussing COVID-19, health equity, ethics and challenges faced by Black female founders

 

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Follow her on IG, X and TikTok @DrElizPC

 

Desert Island Albums/Artists List

1. "Sun Is Shining" by Bob Marley
2. "What a Wonderful World" by Louis Armstrong
3. Any song by James Brown (specific song not mentioned)
4. "Hustlin'" by Rick Ross
5. "Calm Down" by Rema

 

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Capitalism: The Remix | Brian Le Gette

In this episode, Jeff is joined by CEO Brian Le Gette of Ammortal, who reflects on his 30-year journey in entrepreneurship. Brian discusses his early career at IBM and Texas Instruments, the success of his ear warmer product, and ventures like One World Lab. He emphasizes the importance of creativity, collaboration, and self-awareness in entrepreneurship. Brian also introduces his latest venture, Ammortal, which focuses on enhancing well-being through innovative technology like the Ammortal Chamber. The conversation touches on themes of purpose, joy, and the impact of conscious capitalism. Brian's insights offer valuable lessons on personal growth and business success. 

About Brian

Accomplished entrepreneur and chief executive with a portfolio of successes spanning multiple industries. Founder & CEO of the 9th fastest growing privately-held company in America according (Inc 500 ‘04) with 4-year growth of 9600% and strong double-digit EBITDA. Brian boasts an MBA from Wharton as well as powerful multi-faceted global work experiences in North America, Europe & Asia. 

Learn more about: 

Ammortal : https://ammortal.com/

 

Desert Island Albums/Artists List

 

1. "Closer" by Samuel J.
2. "The Sacred" by Yama (Ja I Ma)
3. "Follow the Son" by Xavier Rudd
4. "The Blessing" by Se Jain
5. "Let Your Heart Be Known" by Steve Gold

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Capitalism: The Remix | Thibault Manekin

In this episode, Jeff Cherry converses with Thibault Manekin CEO of Seawall Development in Baltimore. Thibault shares how his journey began with two pivotal questions: "Why are we so divided as human beings?" and "What are the creative ways we can bridge those divides?" These questions guided him through his formative years in Baltimore and later inspired founding the nonprofit Peace Players, which aimed to unite children from conflicting backgrounds through sports. Later Thibault felt compelled to explore the city he had previously overlooked. He realized that real estate, often a source of division, could be a powerful tool for community empowerment, leading him to establish Seawall Development, emphasizing conscious capitalism. He discusses using real estate for community empowerment, inspired by his experiences in Baltimore and South Africa. Thibault recounts overcoming challenges, engaging communities, and securing funding for impactful projects. The episode also touches on Thibault's involvement in the Baltimore Band of Brothers (B3), fostering deep connections and personal growth. The discussion highlights blending purpose with profitability to drive meaningful social change.

About Thibault

Thibault has traveled the world with his passion for bringing people together with a love of sports to help create Peace Players, a nonprofit with the mission of bringing together children from war-torn countries around the world through basketball and dialogue. PeacePlayers has since worked with over 75,000 youth from over 20 countries around the world and has trained over 2,000 coaches/changes agents. The program has won numerous global awards, including the 2007 ESPYs Arthur Ashe Courage Award. Later he started Seawall focusing its energy and resources on providing discounted apartments for teachers, collaborative office space for non-profit organizations, workforce housing, community-driven retail, public markets, launchpads for chefs, and creative space for charter schools. In 2011, Thibault was honored by President Obama’s White House as a Champion for Change and Seawall’s projects have received numerous local and national awards.

Learn more about: 

Peace Players: https://www.peaceplayers.org/ 

Seawall: http://www.seawall.com/

Podcast: Larger Than Yourself 

 

Desert Island Albums/Artists List

1. "Redemption Song" by Bob Marley
2. "Southern Cross" by Crosby, Stills and Nash
3. "Brown Skin Girl" by Beyoncé (from The Lion King)
4. "What a Wonderful World" by Louis Armstrong
5. A song by The Notorious B.I.G. (specific song not mentioned)

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Capitalism: The Remix | Smitha Gopal

In this episode, Jeff Cherry engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Smitha Gopal, the Chief Operating Officer of EcoMap Technologies. The episode delves into Smitha's intriguing journey from her roots in Pittsburgh to her current life in Baltimore, highlighting the pivotal moments and decisions that shaped her career trajectory. Smitha shares insights from her extensive experience in the healthcare software industry, where she honed her skills in managing complex systems and leading diverse teams.

 

As the discussion unfolds, Smitha elaborates on her current role at EcoMap, where she is instrumental in driving the company's mission to democratize access to information and resources for entrepreneurs and organizations. They also touch on Maryland's economic landscape, where Smitha provides an analysis of the region's strengths and challenges. She underscores the significance of fostering an environment that supports innovation and entrepreneurship while ensuring that growth is inclusive and benefits all segments of society.A key theme in the episode is the importance of collective responsibility and a shared vision for Baltimore's future. Smitha critiques the prevalent binary thinking in addressing community issues, advocating for more nuanced and collaborative approaches to problem-solving.

 

About Smitha

Smitha Gopal is the COO of EcoMap, the Baltimore-based ecosystem intelligence AI software company. She was previously the CEO of Rendia, the Baltimore-based patient engagement software company that was acquired in 2022 by PatientPoint. Prior to joining Rendia, Smitha worked at a boutique investment bank. She earned an MBA from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania and a BS in Finance from the University of Virginia.

 

Learn more about Smitha: Linkedin

 

Desert Island Albums/Artists 

1. Taylor Swift - Lover
2. Hamilton - Original Broadway Cast
3. Linkin Park - Minutes to Midnight 

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Capitalism: The Remix | Dawn Myers

In this episode, Jeff Cherry interviews Dawn Myers, CEO of Richualist.They discuss her transition from law to politics and business development, highlighting her experiences on Capitol Hill and in international business. She identifies a common problem faced by Black women—managing curly hair after workouts—and develops a unique beauty tech solution. Dawn emphasizes the importance of passion, emotional intelligence, and community support in entrepreneurship. She also reflects on her Shark Tank experience and the challenges of fundraising, underscoring the need for localized support in the startup ecosystem.

 

About Dawn

Dawn brings nearly two decades of business development and marketing experience, having managed multi-million-dollar practices at the nation's top law and financial services firms. A lawyer by training, Dawn endeavors to meet the nuanced needs of women of color and has acquired the engineering and manufacturing chops to design and manufacture new tech enabled hardware at Richualist. Dawn earned her JD from Howard University and is an adjunct professor of Entrepreneurship at Georgetown University's Pivot Program. She is deeply passionate about creating quality programming and content for founders striving to innovate for their communities. And check her out on season 15, episode 19 of Shark Tank where she wowed Mark Cuban!

 

About Richualist

Strives to meet the nuanced needs of women of color through physical product innovation, but engineering and manufacturing tech-enabled hardware takes an incredible amount of capital and training. 

 

Check Dawn out on Shark tank

sharktankrecap.com/richaulist-curly-hair-tool-update-shark-tank-season-15

 

Learn more about Richaulist https://richualist.com/ 

Top 5 Albums/Artists 

1. "Nice" by The Carters (Beyoncé and Jay-Z) - repeated five times. 

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Capitalism: The Remix | Matt Barinholtz

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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Capitalism: The Remix | Kip Tindell

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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