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The Compassionate Capitalist™ Show with Karen Rands Maximizing Your Website's Potential: Strategies for Sustainable and Impactful Companies with William CheshierWilliam Cheshier, founder of CheshTech, joins Karen to share practical tips for building a profitable website that functions as a 24/7 sales and marketing tool. The discussion highlights the common mistake of thinking that simply having a website is sufficient, emphasizing the need for strategy and careful consideration of the target audience's experience. The conversation delves into the importance of aligning a website with the needs and desires of visitors, addressing questions such as what the business offers, how it improves lives, and how to access its products or services. Additionally, the episode also explores the unique challenges faced...

2023-05-2333 min

Talkin’ Solutions: Solving Problems With Global Thought Leaders What’s Coming Next on the Talkin’ Solutions Podcast? - Host Will CheshierHost Will Cheshier explains what's coming next for the Talkin' Solutions Podcast as the show will go on a break as next steps are being prepared. Tune in to find out the direction of the podcast including the potential creation of a podcast network, and a brand new website providing more content highlighting impact driven startups, non-profits and impact investors. Also, get an update on what Will is working on and how his professional endeavors are shaping the new changes with the podcast. Episodes are target to resume in July.

2023-05-0812 min

Talkin’ Solutions: Solving Problems With Global Thought Leaders #62: The importance of understanding data privacy as a user and an alternative solution to anonymize data - TelemetryDeck Co-Founder: Daniel JilgDaniel Jilg is the co-founder of TelemetryDeck and joins the Talkin' Solutions podcast for a conversation about the importance of understanding data privacy and what you can do to understand how your data is being used. TelemetryDeck helps companies improve their product by supplying immediate, accurate usage data while users utilize their app or website. What separates them from other companies is that they anonymize all of their user data to provide more security and privacy to their users without compromising the quality of their analytics. In this episode we discuss: 👉 Defining data pri...

2023-03-2951 min

Talkin’ Solutions: Solving Problems With Global Thought Leaders #61: How a personal experience led to a solution for low to moderate visual impairments - ReBokeh CEO: Rebecca RosenbergRebecca Rosenberg is the CEO & Founder of ReBokeh and joins the podcast to discuss her solution to individuals that have low to moderate vision impairments, affecting more than 25 million Americans. ReBokeh's vision and mission is to make it simple for all individuals to see by providing sleek, affordable and streamlined assistive technologies through their downloadable app available on iOS and Android. Currently, ReBokeh has been downloaded in over 70 countries with thousands of users. In this episode we discuss: 👉 Rebecca's personal story and how her own vision impairment shaped her idea for ReBok...

2023-03-2243 min

Talkin’ Solutions: Solving Problems With Global Thought Leaders #60: How building sustainable habits improves your professional and personal well-being - Wheel of Well-Being For Everyone (Wowe) Co-Founders: Mamta Chaurdia & Sandy BlaineThe co-founders of Wheel of Well-Being for Everyone Mamta Chaurdia & Sandy Blaine sit down with me for a discussion around the importance of well-being to your personal and professional life in this episode of the Talkin' Solutions Podcast. Wowe is a well-being ecosystem and mobile app aimed at encouraging users to build sustainable habits to thrive. They focus on well-being from a "whole-person" perspective and how it impacts you personally and in your professional life. It is available on both iOS and Android. In this episode we discuss: 👉 How to define well-being and the...

2023-03-1551 min

Talkin’ Solutions: Solving Problems With Global Thought Leaders Welcome to Talkin’ Solutions: Highlighting solutions to societal and global problemsWelcome to the Talkin' Solutions Podcast! This is a quick trailer to give you a rundown of what to expect on this show. You'll learn about solutions from individuals working hard to change the world for the better from CEO's, startup founders, impact investors, non-profit leaders and more. Learn about solutions solving problems for climate change, agriculture, diversity, women's rights and health, and much, much more. I'm your host Will Cheshier and I look forward to hearing from you as we highlight leaders working hard to solve some of our bigger challenges.

2023-03-0901 min

Talkin’ Solutions: Solving Problems With Global Thought Leaders Talkin’ Solutions: Highlighting solutions to societal and global problemsWelcome to the Talkin' Solutions Podcast! This is a quick trailer to give you a rundown of what to expect on this show. You'll learn about solutions from individuals working hard to change the world for the better from CEO's, startup founders, impact investors, non-profit leaders and more. Learn about solutions solving problems for climate change, agriculture, diversity, women's rights and health, and much, much more. I'm your host Will Cheshier and I look forward to hearing from you as we highlight leaders working hard to solve some of our bigger challenges.

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Talkin’ Solutions: Solving Problems With Global Thought Leaders #59: Solutions to single use plastics and how they became so abundant in our societies - Beyond Plastic Founder: Ulrich KryzyminskiUlrich Krzyminski is the founder of Beyond Plastic and joins me for a conversation around solutions to single use plastics and how his experience as an engineer led him to focus on solutions to the abundance of single use plastics in the world today. Beyond Plastic has created the Beyond Plastic Award where they honor and showcase companies that are fostering new product and packaging solutions to do away with single use plastics. In this episode we discuss: 👉 The history of single-use plastics and why we started to make them so abundant in our...

2023-03-0140 min

Talkin’ Solutions: Solving Problems With Global Thought Leaders #58: Revolutionizing air conditioning and understanding its impact on climate change and human rights - Blue Frontier CEO: Daniel BettsDaniel Betts is the CEO of Blue Frontier and they are revolutionizing air conditioning with an innovative approach that will reduce electricity consumption by up to 90% and reducing the global warming potential impact of refrigerant by 85%. Why is this important? As the world continues to rise in temperature and get richer globally, more and more regions of the world are using air conditioners in commercial and residential buildings. Air conditioning is becoming a human rights issues in regions of the world as climate change causes more extreme weather and temperatures. In this episode we discuss:

2023-02-2247 min

Talkin’ Solutions: Solving Problems With Global Thought Leaders #57: Working to improve supply chains by implementing more sustainable solutions - Terran Industries Founder & CEO: Evannah JayneSolutions to making supply chains more sustainable is the discussion of this episode of the Talkin' Solutions Podcast as the Founder and CEO of Terran Industries Evannah Jayne joins the show. Terran Industries is based in Australia and implements a business-to-business solution to provide companies with eco-friendly and sustainable alternatives to single-use plastics and other synthetic goods across the world. They focus on end to end sustainable supply chain and resilience solutions. In this episode we discuss: 👉 The current challenges of supply chains and why they can be difficult to make sustainable 👉...

2023-02-1541 min

Talkin’ Solutions: Solving Problems With Global Thought Leaders #56: Understanding Green Marketing and learning how you can implement it in your startup and business - The Green Marketing Academy Founder: Michelle MillerWe're learning all about "Green Marketing" and a solution for how you can begin to create a more green marketing strategy for your startup and business in this episode as I sit down with the founder of The Green Marketing Academy Michelle Miller. The Green Marketing Academy is a program offering online courses, certifications, and training programs that help businesses, marketing professionals, startups and teams adopt sustainable, ethical and inclusive marketing practices. In this episode we discuss: 👉 What is Green Marketing, how it continues to evolve and how to be aware of greenwashing

2023-02-0144 min

Talkin’ Solutions: Solving Problems With Global Thought Leaders #55: The antithesis of ”Buy Now, Pay Later” empowering consumers with strong financial habits and rewarding saving your money - Monkee Co-Founder & CEO: Martin GranigThe importance of financial education and rewarding good saving habits is the topic of this episode of the Talkin' Solutions podcast as I chat with the co-founder and CEO of Monkee, Martin Granig. Monkee is a financial platform based in Europe with a mission to help millions of people achieve their goals without building up debt. They use the slogan 'save now and buy later' and are the antithesis of 'buy now, pay later' as their platform incentivizes users to save their money to make purchases and be rewarded for it. In this episode we...

2023-01-2546 min

Talkin’ Solutions: Solving Problems With Global Thought Leaders #54: Improving outcomes for at-risk youth through outdoor adventure sports - Anchors Outdoor Adventures Founder: Isaiah AdamsUplifting at-risk youth through outdoor adventure sports is the solution we’re focusing on as we jump back into the non-profit space on this week's edition of the Talkin' Solutions Podcast. Isaiah Adams, the founder of Anchors Outdoor Adventures, joins me for a conversation about his journey as a non-profit founder and the reasons why he felt compelled to help break the pay to play gap in outdoor adventure sports. Anchors Outdoor Adventures offers youth in their community a safe and inclusive space to try something they might otherwise not have access to, build community, cre...

2023-01-1853 min

Talkin’ Solutions: Solving Problems With Global Thought Leaders #53: Bringing digital tools to Africa for tractor owners and.smallholder farmers to increase yields, build communities and boost local economies - Hello Tractor Founder & CEO: Jehiel OliverHello Tractor uses digital tools to connect their eco-system of partners from tractor owners to tractor operators and farmers in need of tractor services in order to improve their yields and earn more money to help empower their local economy and communities. Jehiel Oliver, the founder and CEO of Hello Tractor, joins the podcast to chat about his company, his journey from finance to social entrepreneurship, and how his company is creating innovation in Africa. In this episode we discuss: 👉 How Hello Tractor matches tractor owners to farmers to produce higher yields and emp...

2023-01-1150 min

Talkin’ Solutions: Solving Problems With Global Thought Leaders #52: Recognizing the importance of creating a sustainable startup for long term success - Moiety Consulting Co-Founders: Lidia Martin & Emma WalshWe're talking about the importance of creating a sustainable business in the 2023 premiere of the Talkin' Solutions podcast with the co-founders of Moiety Consulting Lidia Martin and Emma Walsh. Moiety Consulting creates tailored strategies to embed sustainability into your operations and policies by addressing your company’s social and environmental impact. Lidia focuses on environmental policy and supply chains while Emma maximizes your marketing efforts. In this episode we discuss: 👉 What does it mean to have and work towards a sustainable business 👉 Tips for you to make your business more sustainable 👉 W...

2023-01-0444 min

Talkin’ Solutions: Solving Problems With Global Thought Leaders 2022 Year in Review: The importance of reflection, what’s to come in 2023 and the startups and founders who inspire me - Talkin’ Solutions Host: Will CheshierI'm recapping my first full year hosting the Talkin' Solutions podcast in the 2022 finale. It's been a whole lot of fun and I've truly enjoyed how much I've learned from each and every one of my guests this year. Reflection is an incredibly important part of progress in my opinion and this end of year episode will allow us to look back on the ups and downs of the podcast. In this episode I discuss: 👉 The importance of reflecting on your progress and recognizing your achievements while finding areas to improve 👉 Lookin...

2022-12-2828 min

Talkin’ Solutions: Solving Problems With Global Thought Leaders #51: A mindful drinking company providing more inclusivity at your social gatherings through non-alcoholic cocktails - ISH Spirits Founder: Morten SorensenThis week we're talking about being more responsible with alcohol with the founder of ISH Spirits Morten Sorensen. ISH Spirits offer non-alcoholic beverages including wine, cocktails and spirits and are available in over 15 markets winning 40 international taste awards. They believe that everyone deserves a drink and empowers consumers with choice to still go out for drinks, or go to a social gathering without the pressure of over-consuming alcohol and allowing you to stay productive the day after. In this episode we discuss: 👉 How alcohol undermines 13 of the 17 United Nations Sustainable Development Goa...

2022-12-2150 min

Talkin’ Solutions: Solving Problems With Global Thought Leaders #50: Fixing a broken system and solving primary care physician burnout to improve individual and community health outcomes - ViTel Health Co-Founder: Brittany BussePrimary care physicians play an essential role in an individual and a communities health, but we're seeing an alarming amount of dropout from physicians in recent years. We're talking with the co-founder of ViTel Health Brittany Busse about a solution to this problem in this episode of the Talkin' Solutions Podcast. ViTel Health empowers physicians into private practice with a digital first model that puts an emphasis on supporting physicians to better serve their patients. They provide resources and take care of the admin work so physicians can spend more time focusing on understanding and...

2022-12-1448 min

Talkin’ Solutions: Solving Problems With Global Thought Leaders #49: Empowering you to reduce waste and buy secondhand through a one-stop search engine - Used and Loved co-founder: Jess PotterSecondhand shopping is full of bargains and circular consumerism reducing waste and encouraging more positive workplace practices and is the focus of this week's Talkin' Solutions Podcast episode. I'm sitting down with the co-founder of Used and Loved (@usedandloveduk) Jess Potter. Used and Loved is a UK based company that makes buying secondhand simple by allowing you to search the world of secondhand websites in a one-stop shop making it easy to find the pre-loved product you’ve been shopping for. In this episode we discuss: 👉 How buying secondhand can help mitig...

2022-11-3045 min

Talkin’ Solutions: Solving Problems With Global Thought Leaders #48: Learning how to build a sustainable investment portfolio and the future of sustainable investing - Carbon Collective Co-Founder: Zach SteinWe're talking about building a sustainable investment portfolio for your retirement and why sustainable investing is the future in this episode of the Talkin' Solutions Podcast. I sat down with Carbon Collective co-founder Zach Stein to chat about their platform and how it helps to educate investors on sustainable investing and fundamental investment principles In this episode we discuss: 👉 What sustainable investing is and how it has progressed in recent decades 👉 Myths about investing in fossil fuels and how they've declined in market capitalization of the S&P 500 over the last 3 decades...

2022-11-1645 min

Talkin’ Solutions: Solving Problems With Global Thought Leaders #47: Unlocking the secrets from Japan to a more holistic approach to health, wellness and spirituality - Mogami Wellness Founder: Saori OkadaWe're discussing holistic health, wellness and spirituality as we dissect the differences in approach between Japan and Western countries with the founder of Mogami Wellness Saori Okada. Saori talks about the importance of taking a more holistic approach and understanding spirituality within your life, and how as founders and employees we can apply that to build a strong work culture. She also dispels some misconceptions including the meaning of Ikigai. Tune in as we learn some of the secrets regarding spirituality that have helped lead Japan to have the longest life expectancy amongst all countries.

2022-11-0947 min

Talkin’ Solutions: Solving Problems With Global Thought Leaders #46: A bold and science-backed approach to women’s health - Cheeky Bonsai CEO: Elise OrthweinWe're exploring the world of a fast growing startup in the women's health tech space as I sit down with the co-founder and CEO of Cheeky Bonsai, Elise Orthwein. Cheeky Bonsai is just over one year old but have quickly positioned themselves as a fast rising startup in the women's health space offering UTI products and period patches sold online and in-stores at Target across the U.S. In addition, they provide educational content surrounding women's health through their blog "The Cheeky" and their IG and TikTok content. In this episode we discuss:

2022-10-2641 min

Talkin’ Solutions: Solving Problems With Global Thought Leaders #45: Challenging the notion of ageism and the fear of growing older - The Ageing Revolution Founder: Leonie SandersonThe Talkin' Solutions podcast is back with a new episode this week diving into the topic about our fears of growing older. Leonie Sanderson, the founder of The Ageing Revolution out of Australia joins the podcast to discuss why society can sometimes shame growing older, ageism's impact on elderly people and the economy, and how her company is promoting the positive effects of growing older. In this episode we discuss: 👉 What is ageism and its impact on society 👉 The fears of growing older and why people are fearful of old age ...

2022-10-1257 min

Talkin’ Solutions: Solving Problems With Global Thought Leaders #44: Disrupting industries and creating a social impact through DeepTech investing - Cottonwood VC Founder: Dave BlivinIndustry disrupting solutions are the topic of this week's episode of the Talkin' Solutions podcast as I sit down with the founder of Cottonwood VC Dave Blivin. Cottonwood VC invests in deep tech startups with the potential to disrupt industries and their portfolio includes companies BayoTech, a low cost and localized zero carbon hydrogen solution, and Sencure, a health company working to improve medical outcomes and reduce cost through sensor detection of the human body. In this episode we discuss: 👉 What deep tech is and how its solutions can create high societal impact ...

2022-09-2846 min

Talkin’ Solutions: Solving Problems With Global Thought Leaders #43: What you need to know about starting a podcast for your impact driven startup - Talkin’ Solutions Host: Will CheshierI'm riding solo in this episode to help founders of startups and VC's learn more about what they need to know to start a podcast for their impact driven organization. It's a question I've received from several different founders and guests on my show and it's "Should I and what things should I consider in integrating a podcast within my startup?" I'm breaking it all down in this episode with all the important information you need to know! In this episode I discuss: 👉 Reasons you should start a podcast for your imp...

2022-09-2123 min

Talkin’ Solutions: Solving Problems With Global Thought Leaders #42: Discussing the importance of investing in a free and independent press to democracy - Media Development Investment Fund Communications Director: Peter WhiteheadDid you know that 73% of all countries in the world partially or completely blocked independent journalism access in 2021? We're talking about the importance of a free and independent press to democracy in countries across the world in this episode of the Talkin' Solutions Podcast. I'm sitting down with Peter Whitehead, the Director of Communications for the Media Development Investment Fund (MDIF), to talk about how MDIF invests in independent journalism in countries that historically have struggled with having a free and independent press. In this episode we discuss: 👉 The direct role an independent pre...

2022-09-1448 min

Talkin’ Solutions: Solving Problems With Global Thought Leaders #41: Focusing on entrepreneurship in the Asia Pacific Region through the lens of women founders and business owners - The Purpose Effect Podcast Host - Elena KerseyI'm sitting down with the host of The Purpose Effect podcast Elena Kersey for a conversation about entrepreneurship in the Asia Pacific Region of the world in this week's episode of the Talkin' Solutions podcast. The Purpose Effect Podcast focuses on conversations with women who have defined their purpose and are making an impact ranging from small business owners, founders to journalists. In this episode we discuss: 👉 The impact of women owned businesses in the Asia Pacific Region and the challenges they are trying to solve 👉 Key differences between entrepreneurship in the As...

2022-09-0740 min

Talkin’ Solutions: Solving Problems With Global Thought Leaders #40: Utilizing capital to invest in the next generation of planet positive startups - Satgana Founder and CEO: Romain DiazInvesting in climate and ecological solutions is the theme of the 40th episode of the Talkin' Solutions podcast as I sit down with the founder & CEO of Satgana Romain Diaz to chat about how his company is focusing on providing financing and operational and strategic support to early stage founders and startups providing solutions to climate change. In this episode we discuss: 👉 The climate crisis and why we need to move quickly with our solutions to solve the problem 👉 Why Africa is an important place to invest in climate solutions 👉 How Satgana h...

2022-08-3149 min

Talkin’ Solutions: Solving Problems With Global Thought Leaders #39: How we can create more impact in the women’s health tech space through investing and using education to eliminate stigmas - Serial Entrepreneur & Investor: Melinda MooreWe're chatting about investments in the women's health tech space this week on the Talkin' Solutions podcast as I sit down with serial entrepreneur and investor Melinda Moore. Melinda makes impact driven investments in both women's health, and sustainability sectors while providing consulting services to early stage founders. Melinda is part of Coyote Ventures, a venture capital fund investing in early stage startups that are innovating women's health & wellness. She also is the CEO of M2 Consulting and a general partner at Moore Ventures. In this episode we discuss: 👉 The women's health tech spa...

2022-08-2446 min

Talkin’ Solutions: Solving Problems With Global Thought Leaders #38: Overcoming the challenges young girls and women face through creating positivity and self-love - I Define Me Movement Founder: Tracie Berry-McGheeIt's an important conversation about a solution helping young girls and women struggling with mental health in this episode of the Talkin' Solutions Podcast. I'm sitting down with Tracie Berry-McGhee, the founder of the I Define Me Movement, and how her non-profit is helping to empower young girls and women to help them with their confidence and mental health. It's an important conversation and solution to help the growing issue with mental health among young girls in not just the U.S but the world as a whole. In this episode we discuss: 👉 The...

2022-08-1745 min

Talkin’ Solutions: Solving Problems With Global Thought Leaders #37: Empowering smallholder farmers in Africa to earn more money, grow more food, move out of poverty and improve their educational opportunities - One Acre Fund Managing Director: Matthew FortiWe're moving to the continent of Africa in this episode of the Talkin' Solutions Podcast as I sit down with the Managing Director of One Acre Fund Matthew Forti to discuss how they are empowering over 1 million Smallholder Farmers with resources and education to create higher yields, earn more money for their families, grow their communities, and investing in their children's education. One Acre Fund is a non-profit social enterprise that envisions a world where all farmers have big harvests, healthy families, and rich soil. In addition, they focus on adapting to the impacts of climate change...

2022-08-1053 min

Talkin’ Solutions: Solving Problems With Global Thought Leaders #36: Answering the age old question ”What’s for dinner?” with a climate friendly answer and creating a meaningful user experience - KURI co-founder: Baptiste MalagutiWe're solving the problem of the age old question "What's for dinner?" in this episode of the Talkin' Solutions podcast by highlighting a solution that gives a climate friendly answer and a user friendly experience to learn about new recipes. I sat down with the co-founder of Kuri Baptiste Malaguti to discuss how his platform uses a user friendly algorithm to recommend climate friendly and locally sourced food to provide you with nutritious recipes that fit your dietary needs. In this episode we discuss: 👉 The importance of creating a product with the best user...

2022-08-0343 min

Talkin’ Solutions: Solving Problems With Global Thought Leaders #35: Impacting local communities and working towards the UN’s Sustainable Goals with NGO’s by traveling with a purpose - RuntheWorld Founder: Carole SánchezWouldn't it be a dream come true to make a positive impact on local communities and satisfy your passion for adventure? That's the solution RuntheWorld provides by empowering travelers to contribute with local NGO's and work within the communities in the places they travel. In this episode, I sit down with RuntheWorld Carole Sánchez to chat about how her organization focuses on creating a positive name for travelers and beat negative stereotypes. In this episode we discuss: 👉 How RuntheWorld creates impact in local communities and works with organizations to create change in the...

2022-07-2744 min

Talkin’ Solutions: Solving Problems With Global Thought Leaders #34: Sharing my real-time story about the challenges of building a sustainable business plus tips and tricks - Host and CheshTech Founder: William CheshierThis episode is with... me! Will Cheshier the host of the podcast. I'm sharing my real-time story and progress about the challenges of building a sustainable business in this episode of the Talkin' Solutions podcast. As a solo founder, it's always a challenge to balance all of the tasks and responsibilities you have but I've been making it a priority to improve and implement more sustainable practices within my Product and Web Development consulting and services company CheshTech. In this episode I discuss: 👉 What being a sustainable business means to me 👉 The im...

2022-07-2026 min

Talkin’ Solutions: Solving Problems With Global Thought Leaders #33: Empowering consumers with accurate information to make a greater impact through their everyday purchases - Cluey Founder: Maryclaire ManardIt's all about empowering you as a consumer in the 33rd episode of the Talkin' Solutions podcast as we highlight Cluey and founder Maryclaire Manard. Cluey is a web based platform that focuses on providing consumers with information that will guide them to make a difference with their spending power. They give consumers accurate insight into their favorite brands and rate them on an A-F letter grading system on a multitude of factors including their impact on people and the planet. In this episode we discuss: 👉 How Cluey puts the power bac...

2022-07-0652 min

Talkin’ Solutions: Solving Problems With Global Thought Leaders #32: Freeing up more time to spend with people you care about through a booking system to find assistants for you - TULA Founder: Megan TraskTime is the topic of the 32nd episode of the Talkin' Solutions Podcast as we discuss the importance of time and how TULA is creating a simplified and easy to use platform for Mothers and caregivers to use to book assistants to help with daily tasks. TULA Founder Megan Trask shares her own personal experiences about being a Mother with a career and finding it hard to spend as much time on things that matter. In this episode we discuss: 👉 How TULA makes it easy to find reliable and vetted assistants to help you...

2022-06-2945 min

Talkin’ Solutions: Solving Problems With Global Thought Leaders #31: Tips on how to make your websites and products more eco-friendly and facts about the energy consumption of the internet - CheshTech Founder + Talkin’ Solutions Host: Will CheshierI'm discussing the sustainable web and explaining how the internet uses so much energy and emits as much carbon emissions as the aviation industry in this episode of the Podcast. CheshTech founder and the host of the Talkin' Solutions podcast Will Cheshier explains how CheshTech is a digital agency focusing on building eco-friendly websites and educating clients and individuals about practices to make your web experience and company more green on the web. In this episode I discuss: 👉 How the internet works and why it consumes as much energy as the aviation industry ...

2022-06-2226 min

Talkin’ Solutions: Solving Problems With Global Thought Leaders #30: Giving you accurate and real-time analysis and data to improve your body’s health and improve your fitness - Calibre Biometrics Founder and CEO: Udi MeiravGiving you accurate data and analysis of your body and metabolism to improve your health and fitness is the topic for the 30th episode of the Talkin' Solutions Podcast. Calibre Biometrics founder Udi Meirav hops on the podcast to discuss how his company has created a wearable mask that measures your metabolic rate and much more through the chemicals in your breath. This gives people an affordable option to get accurate analysis into how their body works. In this episode we discuss: 👉 How measuring your breath gives you accurate analysis of your metabolic rate...

2022-06-151h 07

Talkin’ Solutions: Solving Problems With Global Thought Leaders #29: Working to solve the negative impacts of the fashion industry through a community driven marketplace and education - Isthmus CEO & Co-Founder: Carley LakeIt's the world of fashion that's the focus for for the 29th episode of the Talkin' Solutions Podcast as we talk about the impact the fashion industry has on the environment, people, and society with Isthmus Co-Founder Carley Lake. Isthmus is a community based application that encourages people to trade fashion items and more to create a more sustainable marketplace and educate users about the consequences of fast fashion. In this episode we discuss: 👉 The definition of slow fashion and how it's a more ethical and sustainable approach 👉 T...

2022-06-0850 min

Talkin’ Solutions: Solving Problems With Global Thought Leaders #28: Dismantling the stigma of functional illiteracy and helping adults improve their literacy in a comfortable space - Reading to New Heights President: Deidra MayberryThe 28th episode of the Talkin' Solutions finds us focusing on a solution to a problem that affects over 40 million Americans today.. functional illiteracy. Deidra Mayberry, the president of the non-profit Reading to New Heights, joins the podcast to talk about how her organization is focusing on enhancing the lives of adults who struggle with functional illiteracy. Functional illiteracy is defined as having reading and writing skills that are inadequate to manage daily living and employment tasks that require reading skills beyond a basic level. Reading to New Heights offers programs to adults in a...

2022-06-0151 min

Talkin’ Solutions: Solving Problems With Global Thought Leaders #27: Working to solve the food insecurity crisis in the U.S one photo at a time - GiftAMeal Founder and CEO: Andrew GlantzWe're tackling the food insecurity crisis in the U.S by highlighting GiftAMeal and their quest to help provide meals to the 40 million people suffering through the uncertainty of not knowing where their next meal is coming from. GiftAMeal founder Andrew Glantz joins the podcast to chat about how GiftAMeal is partnering with food banks in local communities to provide meals for people who are food insecure. How do they so? They work with participating restaurants, and all customers have to do is snap a photo of their delicious food or drink and post it through the...

2022-05-2547 min

Talkin’ Solutions: Solving Problems With Global Thought Leaders #26: Making the way we network professionally more sustainable and streamlined - Contapp Founder: Giuseppe MilazzoDigital sustainability and the innovation of the networking industry is the focus in episode 26 of the Talkin' Solutions Podcast. The Founder of Contapp Giuseppe Milazzo joins me to talk about how his company is helping the networking industry transition into being more sustainable, and also more innovative with his mobile app Contapp. Contapp, a company out of the UK, is an app that makes paper business cards obsolete and allows you to scan and store business contacts all in the app making it easy to access all of your professional contacts. In addition, you can easily share...

2022-05-1841 min

Talkin’ Solutions: Solving Problems With Global Thought Leaders #25: Understanding the role of regenerative farming in fighting climate change, improving our health, and the ethical treatment of farming animals - Riffle Farms and Honest Carnivore Owner Liz RiffleI'm celebrating the 25th episode of the Talkin' Solutions Podcast by focusing in on a solution that will have a significant effect on the health of the climate, our bodies, and the wellness of animals. I sat down with Riffle Farms owner Liz Riffle to learn all about regenerative farming practices and why it can be a big help and solution to these aforementioned problems. In this episode we discuss: 👉 What regenerative farming is and how it is put into practice 👉 How soil is one of Mother Nature's best tools for carbon...

2022-05-111h 02

Talkin’ Solutions: Solving Problems With Global Thought Leaders #24: Making shopping on Amazon sustainable through accurate data and ratings - Finch Founder and CEO: Lizzie HorvitzThe 24th episode of the Talkin' Solutions podcast dives into how the every day consumer can be a more educated and sustainable shopper on Amazon. Finch CEO and Founder Lizzie Horvitz joins me to discuss how her solution provides accurate data and insights into brands on Amazon to empower the every day consumer to make more educated buying decisions in regards to sustainability. All of this through a simple download of a browser extension on your desktop to enhance your shopping experience. In this episode we discuss: 👉 How Finch calculates the sustainability of a p...

2022-05-0444 min

Talkin’ Solutions: Solving Problems With Global Thought Leaders #23: Increasing employee retention by recognizing the importance of making employees feel valued through kudos - Koya Founder + CCO: Caryn WernerIt's time to release Episode 23 of the Talkin' Solutions Podcast! We're focusing on how people in leadership positions can make their employees feel more valued and create memorable moments for them within the workplace through the Koya platform. Koya founder Caryn Werner joins the podcast to chat about how her platform can help companies retain more talent and save more money in turnover costs by empowering their employees and helping them feel more valued within the company. Koya allows managers and people in leadership positions to send gifts and/or video messages and written messages...

2022-04-2744 min

Talkin’ Solutions: Solving Problems With Global Thought Leaders #22: How you can enhance your local community through sourcing your food locally from farmers and sharing fun recipes with this community based platform - Culineer Founder: Jodi FrankIt's the 22nd episode of the Talkin' Solutions podcast and we dive into the world of local farming and how you can utilize locally sourced food and share awesome recipes through the Culineer App platform. Culineer founder Jodi Frank joins me to chat about how her app empowers local farmers and local homecooks to create tasty recipes through sourcing their food from local farmers. It's a Facebook meets recipe app to share your experiences and support your local community! In this episode we discuss: The benefits of empowering your local farmer to use regenerative f...

2022-04-1345 min

Talkin’ Solutions: Solving Problems With Global Thought Leaders #21: Empowering parents with children of special needs through a community support platform - Empowered Together Founder: Sarah SpearThe 21st episode of the Talkin' Solutions podcast tackles a topic that many may feel uncomfortable talking about.. the challenges of being a parent of children with special needs. Empowered Together founder Sarah Spear hops on the podcast to talk about how her platform empowers and supports parents through a community platform providing resources, tips, and most importantly community among parents with children of special needs In this episode we discuss: How we should be discussing this topic more frequently and working to grow it globally Ways the Empowered Together platform helps enhance parents...

2022-03-3043 min

Talkin’ Solutions: Solving Problems With Global Thought Leaders #20: Blazing your own trail, a place for women to create and reflect on their own paths and journeys- OwnTrail Founder & Blaze Your Own Trail Author: Rebekah BastianEpisode 20 of the Talkin' Solutions podcast takes us on a journey of how women can blaze their own unique trail with a community based platform called OwnTrail. Founder and Blaze Your Own Trail author Rebekah Bastian joins the podcast to talk about how OwnTrail empowers women to focus on their own unique path, connect with others on similar paths, and encourage others to follow their own path. In this episode we discuss: Why it's important to focus on your own unique journey for reflection and personal growth Why this platform is built for women...

2022-03-1636 min

Talkin’ Solutions: Solving Problems With Global Thought Leaders #19: Promoting conscious capitalism and discussing the world of social entrepreneurship - Karma: CEO Karly SirokyIn this special episode of the Talkin' Solutions podcast, host Will Cheshier is joined by Karma CEO Karly Siroky for a discussion surrounding conscious capitalism, social entrepreneurship and the business differences in the U.S. and Europe. Karma is a brand incubator and basecamp for visionary companies and entrepreneurs dedicated to doing good. In this episode we discuss What is conscious capitalism and how it can be utilized to promote impact driven business The difference in business culture in the U.S. and in Europe Karma's vision to evolve into an investment incubator to in...

2022-03-0244 min

Talkin’ Solutions: Solving Problems With Global Thought Leaders #18: Educating job seekers around the importance of a Resume/CV and connecting them with jobs- Citrus Connect Recruitment Founder: Leena ParmarWe're diving into the world of resume writing and CV building as Episode 18 speaks with Citrus Connect Recruitment Founder Leena Parmar and how her company helps connect companies with jobs. In this episode we discuss The importance of crafting your resume and CV correctly How the education system and professional world can work together to help students and prospective job seekers with their resumes/CVs The misinterpretation of sales and its evolution How Leena is passionate about sustainability and how she incorporates that within Citrus Connect Recruitment You can learn more about Citrus Connect Recruitment...

2022-02-1639 min

Talkin’ Solutions: Solving Problems With Global Thought Leaders #17: A marketplace of services that empowers local communities -Porteiro CEO: Arthur Burris Jr.Episode 17 of the Talkin' Solutions discusses a service marketplace that empowers local communities by giving back. Porteiro CEO Arthur Burris Jr. joins me to share his journey and how his app will change the way service providers connect with their consumers both online and through their local communities. In this episode we discuss: The power of small businesses and local communities How there is a gap in the marketplace for easy to book services such as hair appointments, nail appointments, and cleaning services for small businesses Burris Jr. story and why his platform focuses on service pro...

2022-02-0243 min

Talkin’ Solutions: Solving Problems With Global Thought Leaders Episode 16: Isaac Etter: Founder and CEO of Identity - Creating an educational platform and community for adoptive and foster families to enhance the well-being of foster children.Episode 16 of the Talkin' Solutions brings back my first guest of 2022! Founder and CEO of Identity Isaac Etter joins me as we discuss his solution to some of the issues with the adoption and foster care system in the U.S. In this episode we discuss: The lack of resources currently available for parents who adopt and foster families The Identity educational platform and how they plan to empower parents, children and adoptive and foster families How important community is to adoptive and foster families so they can get the proper resources and encouragement Empowering children a...

2022-01-1954 min

Talkin’ Solutions: Solving Problems With Global Thought Leaders Episode 15: 2022 Premiere - Host Will Cheshier shares his changes for the Talkin’ Solutions Podcast for the 2022 year and teases the first guest.It's the 2022 premiere of the Talkin' Solutions Podcast! After a holiday break, host Will Cheshier returns to highlight the changes to the podcast and what listeners can expect for the 2022 year. In addition, he teases about the first guest and shares that the podcast will release a new episode every other Wednesday. Also, learn how you can get involved to have your favorite topics and solutions covered! Join us for the 2022 year!

2022-01-1217 min

Talkin’ Solutions: Solving Problems With Global Thought Leaders Episode 14: 2021 Finale with Host Will Cheshier - Recapping the first season‘s guests and 13 episodes.Episode 14 of the Talkin' Solutions Podcast is out now and host Will Cheshier is recapping 2021's guests and the first 13 episodes! Will gives updates on all the guests on the podcast and how their solutions are progressing. In this episode we discuss: The 11 guests on the podcast in 2021 and what they're doing now How their solution has progressed in solving their respective problems What 2022 will have in store for the Talkin' Solutions Podcast The podcast will take a break for the holiday season before resuming in 2022. Be su...

2021-11-2427 min

Talkin’ Solutions: Solving Problems With Global Thought Leaders Episode 13: Will Cheshier: Talkin‘ Solutions Podcast Host - Bringing you the positive news of the last week, highlighting a couple companies, and where you can find great positive news sourcesEpisode 13 of the Talkin' Solutions Podcast is out now and this time around things are changing! Host Will Cheshier is doing a solo episode and talking about some of the positive news he's seen recently and a couple of companies he would love to get on the podcast in the future! In this episode we discuss: Good leadership and a show of appreciation from a big time CEO to her employees Businesses that I'd love to have on the podcast in the future A weekly roundup of some good news happening i...

2021-11-1722 min

Talkin’ Solutions: Solving Problems With Global Thought Leaders Episode 12: Tania Dsouza and Katerina Bohle Carbonell: Co-Founders of Human-Matter Labs - Helping people be better humans through micro-learning platforms that encourage self-improvement.Episode 12 of the Talkin' Solutions podcast focuses on Human-Matter Labs and their mission to help people become better humans through micro-learning activities that encourage individuals to better understand themselves. Co-Founders Tania Dsouza and Katerina Bohle Carbonell join the show to discuss their solution and the importance of taking the time and effort to better understand yourself to help improve your life and relationships. In this episode we discuss: Why it's important for people to understand themselves and their behaviors How doing micro-learning tasks for as little as 5 minutes a day can help you improve y...

2021-11-1042 min

Talkin’ Solutions: Solving Problems With Global Thought Leaders Episode 11: Kelly O‘Brien: Founder and CEO of Kapshure - Connecting Consumers With Honest Product ReviewsEpisode 11 of the Talkin' Solutions podcast focuses on Kapshure and how they plan to connect consumers with honest product reviews. CEO and Founder Kelly O'Brien joins the show to discuss how her solution helps consumers, influencers, and brands with providing honest product reviews in a day and age of misinformation. In this episode we discuss: The importance of video product reviews and the role of influencers in those reviews How Kapshure provides trust between consumers and influencers Ways Kaphsure empowers influencers to create a strong and healthy shopping community The future of live shopping an...

2021-10-2041 min

Talkin’ Solutions: Solving Problems With Global Thought Leaders Episode 10: Darshita Gillies: Founder and CEO of Maanch - Helping corporations, philanthropies and investors accelerate impact towards the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).The 10th episode of the Talkin' Solutions podcast has arrived! We're celebrating by making a return to the UK to highlight Maanch Founder and CEO Darshita Gillies. Maanch is an impact-platform for philanthropy, impact investors and corporates and helps them deliver more impact per investment to help reach the UN's Sustainable Development Goals (SDG's). Their solution helps organizations create real impact to social problems and the environment by using dashboards that offer intelligent data to reach those goals efficiently. In this episode we talk about: How our impact money can be...

2021-10-1340 min

Talkin’ Solutions: Solving Problems With Global Thought Leaders Introduction: Meet the host: William Cheshier (The Chesh)Welcome to the Talkin' Solutions Podcast! In the first episode, learn about the host William Cheshier (The Chesh) and why he decided to launch this podcast. You'll learn a bit about his journey, and his passion for highlighting entrepreneurs and small business owners among others that bring optimism into the world with their solutions. The Talkin' Solutions podcast focuses on solutions to bring positivity to some of society's problems on a local, national, and global level.

2021-07-2222 min