Brighter Work podcast

#Non-Profit #Business #Tate VanderPoel Smith

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In this episode, we delve into the concept of being "qualified" in the workplace, examining who gets labeled as such, who doesn't, and the underlying reasons. We explore "competency checking"—the practice of scrutinizing individuals' abilities—and how it disproportionately affects underrepresented groups, often going unnoticed or unchallenged. Our discussion aims to redefine qualifications in a fair, equitable, and actionable manner. Our guest, Shari Dunn , is an accomplished journalist, former attorney, news anchor, CEO, university professor, and sought-after speaker. She has been recognized as Executive of the Year and a Woman of Influence, with her work appearing in Fortune Magazine, The Wall Street Journal, Ad Age, and more. Her new book, Qualified: How Competency Checking and Race Collide at Work , unpacks what it truly means to be deserving and capable—and why systemic barriers, not personal deficits, are often the real problem. Her insights challenge the narratives that hold so many of us back and offer practical solutions for building a more equitable future. Together, we can build workplaces and communities that don’t just reflect the world we live in, but the one we want to create. A world where being qualified is about recognizing the talent and potential that’s been overlooked for far too long. It’s not just about getting a seat at the table—it’s about building an entirely new table, one designed with space for all of us. Connect with Our Guest Shari Dunn Website& Book - Qualified: https://thesharidunn.com LI: https://www.linkedin.com/today/author/sharidunn TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thesharidunn Related Podcast Episodes: How To Build Emotionally Mature Leaders with Dr. Christie Smith | 272 Holding It Together: Women As America's Safety Net with Jessica Calarco | 215 How To Defy Expectations with Dr. Sunita Sah | 271 Share the Love: If you found this episode insightful, please share it with a friend, tag us on social media, and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform! 🔗 Subscribe & Review: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Music…

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Each week, Tate chats with the team members behind today’s most impactful non-profits and purpose-rooted companies. From assistants all the way up to CEO’s we explore how these interviewees got to where they are, what their day-to-day looks like, and we also dive into all things work-life balance and company culture. These episodes give you the inside scoop, so you can identify your ideal career and have the confidence to take the next step.
For the doers, the change-seekers, and for anyone who is too impatient to wait around for the state of the world to improve, this show is dedicated to you.

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Charlie Clark - Cotopaxi’s Director of Giving and Cause Marketing 47:32

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Not knowing what you want to do is a relatively universal experience, but once you’re actually experiencing it—it can feel pretty damn isolating. That’s why I’m excited to introduce this week's guest, Charlie Clark, and he’s living proof that it’s totally okay, or better yet, even a good thing to spend some time grappling with that question. Because it’s only then that you might unexpectedly come across a career path that you never would’ve thought of, or in his case, even knew existed… Charlie has since figured out what he wants to do, and it’s building strategy for how purpose-driven companies approach giving. Tune in as we explore Cotopaxi’s partner-forward approach, why community-sourced solutions create lasting change, and so much more. Note: this episode was recorded in November of 2022, since then, Charlie’s title has changed to Director of Giving and Impact.…

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Leah Shoot - DeliverZero’s VP of Strategy 40:50

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If you’re a big fan of takeout and delivery but feel guilty about all the waste… we have great news for you. DeliverZero partners with restaurants to offer reusable containers that customers have 3 weeks to return either to a drop-off point or opt for home collection. They’re rapidly expanding, and we sat down with their VP of Strategy, Leah Shoot, to get the inside scoop on how she landed such a cool gig and all things DeliverZero. SXSW Panel Picker: http://panelpicker.sxsw.com/vote/137630 Sign up for DeliverZero’s Newsletter: http://www.deliverzero.com Upstream’s Reuse Wins Report: http://upstreamsolutions.org/reuse-wins-report…

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Isabella Todaro - Climate Neutral's Director of Carbon Measurement 41:31

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Climate Neutral is on a mission to make it incredibly easy to vote with your dollar. By providing a way for companies to calculate their emissions, guidance for reduction goals, and a final stamp of approval that companies can add at their point of sale—Climate Neutral is streamlining and incentivizing carbon neutrality. Here we chat with Isabella Todaro, who, at the time of this interview, was their Director of Carbon Measurement. She walks us through how companies become Climate Neutral Certified and provides insight into how this movement can sway heavy hitter industries such as steel, cement, and textile. Climate Neutral has an expansive volunteer program. If you're interested in learning more, tap the link below. https://climateneutral.notion.site/Looking-to-Get-Involved-with-Climate-Neutral-1330539994644816bef3fe38f517b167 This interview was recorded in December of 2022; in July of 2023, Isabella left Climate Neutral to pursue her MBA at Columbia in New York City.…

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Julia Marsh - Sway's Co-founder 46:23

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Sway co-founder Julia Marsh joins us this week to share how she and her team are uncoupling our reliance on petroleum-based plastic by designing the next generation of packaging. And the secret ingredient? Seaweed. While this might sound like science fiction, the concept came about in a regular household kitchen, when Julia had a kernel of an idea and went to work (or play) experimenting. In this episode, discover how Julia went from cooking in her home to raising $2.5 million in pre-seed funding, used her creative background to tackle a global climate issue, and became a leader in bio-innovation playing to the strengths she already had.…

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Devon Richardson - MiiR's Senior Impact Manager 36:36

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MiiR, a generosity driven drinkware company, is making waves in corporate philanthropy due to its highly considered approach that has led to real, tangible change, mainly at the intersection of people + planet. We spoke with their Senior Impact Manager, Devon Richardson, who has a hand in that strategy. Hit the play button to learn how Devon landed such a cool gig, what her day-to-day looks like, and the inside scoop on MiiR’s giving strategy. Note: At the time was this recording, Devon was MiiR’s Giving & Sustainability Manager; her title has since changed to MiiR’s Senior Impact Manager. She is currently working in a part-time capacity while she pursues her Masters's in Sustainable Business at the University of Otago in New Zealand.…

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Anna Sol Park - Blueland’s Recruiter 49:49

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When you think of the jobs on the front lines of social change, “recruiter” may not be top of mind. But for Anna Sol Park, being a recruiter at Blueland has allowed her to pursue her passion of advocating for marginalized communities by ensuring that people from these communities, have a seat at the table. In this episode, we cover Anna’s journey in the world of recruitment, her insider tips on hiring and getting hired, and learn all about Blueland. In addition to eliminating the need for single-use plastic packaging with their eco-friendly, refillable cleaning and personal care products, Blueland is petitioning the Environmental Protection Agency to regulate the use of Polyvinyl Alcohol—the plastic film around laundry and dishwasher pods. It’s sneakily advertised to disappear, but in fact, PVA never truly biodegrades. Instead, it ends up in our oceans, food, water, and has also been found in breast milk. Learn more about the cause and sign Blueland’s petition here: https://www.blueland.com/podsareplastic…

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Introducing Brighter Work 1:51

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Brighter Work is a soon-to-launch podcast that interviews the team members behind today's most exciting purpose-driven companies and non-profits, such as 1% for the Planet, Blueland, Cotopaxi, MiiR, and more. By asking people in hard-to-reach positions, how they got there and what they do, we aim to shed light on what it means to have a purpose-centered career.…

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Raghav Bhandari - 1% for the Planet’s Senior Key Accounts Manager 38:22

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