Jim LaDue is the Founder and President of Innovative Waste Strategies, a Massachusetts-based advisory and materials management firm specializing in the repurposing of industrial and commercial waste materials for beneficial reuse.With nearly 40 years of combined experience in waste and waste-to-value, Jim is a recognized leader in developing and implementing strategies that transform waste into valuable resources. Earlier in his career, he played a pivotal role as Chief Operating Officer for a startup, the first of its kind to convert waste into an engineered alternative fuel [AEF] used to replace coal in cement kilns, paper mills, and utility power plants to produce heat and power. In that role, he led the company’s national expansion, overseeing market analysis, site selection, construction, and commissioning of new AEF manufacturing facilities, as well as securing key off-take contracts.Today, Jim works across the entire value chain, partnering with industrial and commercial waste generators, waste-to-fuel processors, and end users of AEF, including some of the world’s largest cement producers, to design and implement beneficial-use and landfill-avoidance programs. He is also a trusted consultant to major private equity and consulting firms seeking expertise in waste-to-fuel markets, sustainability, and circular solutions.The Person & Planet theme song is an original song by singer/songwriter Barbara Stephan. Click here to listen to “Gonna Be There.”

Join us for a live panel at the first Regenerate MKE Street Fair in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The panelists are: Virginia Small Advocate for The Commons & The Public Good Grian Hollies-Maxwell Owner of Maxwell Farms Laura Michele Urban Agriculture Nonprofit-Beyond Organic 777 - University of Wisconsin-Parkside Brandice Kirchner Food Justice Director Tikkun Ha Ir of Milwaukee Karen Lemke Founder of Regenerate MKE & Climate Storyteller Solana Patterson-Ramos Executive Director Milwaukee Food Council Maison Vang Plastic free MKE The Person & Planet theme song is an original song by singer/songwriter Barbara Stephan. Click here to listen to “Gonna Be There.”

Climate Week NYC 2024 Live Panel: Unique Solutions in Sustainability: Women Innovators Inspiring Change | Jessica O. Matthews, Gia Mattu, Mollie Hughes, Uma Devi Gopaldass, Nicole Loher, Marissa Jablonski, Stephanie Krubsack The "Unique Solutions in Sustainability: Women Innovators Inspiring Change" live panel from Climate Week NYC 2024, brings together an inspiring group of seven women leaders who are making significant strides in the sustainability sector. The event highlights the innovative approaches these women are using to address critical environmental and social issues through their entrepreneurial and strategic initiatives. Thank you to Dentons in Manhattan for being our venue sponsor!  Panel Moderator: Jessica O. Matthews is an award-winning entrepreneur, inventor, and social scientist with more than 10 years of demonstrated thought leadership in the future of smart cities, climate resiliency, and improving equitable access to infrastructure resources. She is the founder and CEO of Uncharted, a sustainable infrastructure company that helps cities reduce the cost of developing smart infrastructure worldwide. Panelists: Gia Mattu is the Founder of Hazel Trade, a blockchain-powered marketplace that facilitates green energy tax credit deals between buyers and sellers. Her work is at the forefront of merging technology with sustainability, enabling more efficient and transparent transactions in the green energy sector. Mollie Hughes, the Co-Founder of Softly Solutions, developed a business intelligence platform designed to help businesses avoid greenwashing risks and navigate the complex landscape of Green Marketing Regulations and ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) Requirements. Her platform provides crucial support for companies aiming to maintain ethical and transparent sustainability practices. Uma Devi Gopaldass, a board director and founder of Leading Lotus, brings global expertise in corporate risk governance, capital investments, and revenue strategy. Her leadership in board governance emphasizes sustainable business practices and strategic planning, ensuring long-term value creation while addressing environmental and social responsibilities. Nicole Loher is a Climate Communications Strategist at McPherson Strategies, where she plays a pivotal role in developing, amplifying, and communicating corporate social impact and philanthropic initiatives. Her work focuses on crafting compelling narratives that drive corporate commitment to sustainability and social responsibility. Marissa Jablonski, Founder of Ecosystem Strategies, is a sustainability consultant specializing in helping the hospitality industry adopt effective sustainability strategies. Her consultancy aids businesses in integrating sustainable practices into their operations, promoting environmental stewardship in an industry known for its environmental impact. Stephanie Krubsack is the Founder of Purevant Living, a sustainability consulting and media company. She focuses on corporate workshops, communications, and business development, guiding companies from planning to implementation of sustainable practices. Krubsack is also the creator of Person & Planet magazine and podcast, platforms dedicated to expanding the reach of sustainability solutions and promoting personal and planetary health. The Person & Planet theme song is an original song by singer/songwriter Barbara Stephan. Click here to listen to “Gonna Be There.”

RIISE⁠ is the world's first satellite search engine for sustainable real estate, leveraging advanced AI technologies to instantly assess new investment opportunities & optimize existing portfolios, reducing operational costs. Adrian is the co-founder CEO of RIISE, with a background in commercial and residential real estate and pivoted into aviation and became a private jet pilot and set up a company like uber for private jets which scaled to 1,600 operators worldwide and over 4k aircraft and exited at 7.5 years and pivoted back into real estate with a focus on sustainability and the carbon emission problem for the built environment. Alejandro is the co-founder CPO of RIISE, with a background in aerospace engineering, electric mobility for racing and sports cars, and moved from technical roles to more commercial roles. Before founding RIISE he worked as director for a biz tech startup. The Person & Planet theme song is an original song by singer/songwriter Barbara Stephan. Click here to listen to “Gonna Be There.”

This next episode is a live podcast from the Next Gen MKE conference session, the Sustainability & Smart Cities Panel with panelists: Janet Silbernagel, PhD, SITES AP, WI WBE: Founder & Principal Silvernail Studio for Geodesign, LLC • Rachel Steffen: Sustainability Specialist EUA • Kathleen Ellis: Principal Kakoon Buildings• Nate Helbach: Founder & CEO Neutral • Margarita Hernandez, PhD: Chief Ecosystem Builder 4M • Heidi Poscher: Strategist 4M • Panel facilitated by Stephanie Krubsack: Purevant Living Some of the topics discussed are: • Social and community benefits associated with sustainable real estate developments • Green building/site certifications including LEED, SITES and Living Future Accreditation (LFA) • Irgens’ Innovation Campus Phase I (the first SITES certification in WI) • The Edison Building (to become the world's tallest mass timber building) • Clean energy and energy efficient buildings Thank you for listening and enjoy! The Person & Planet theme song is an original song by singer/songwriter Barbara Stephan. Click here to listen to “Gonna Be There.”

Sean Duncombe is the co-founder of PodcastAI, with a background in e-commerce, video subscription ventures, and AI. “Become a 10x version of yourself using AI. When you think of AI don’t think of it as something replacing your job, think of it as an enhancement, a productivity tool that can make your life easier and better. If you run an agency, this tool can save you a lot of time. It can help you expand your customer base." The Person & Planet theme song is an original song by singer/songwriter Barbara Stephan. Click here to listen to “Gonna Be There.”

Mollie Hughes is an entrepreneur, speaker, strategist, and problem solver. She is a thought leader and expert in Sustainability and Green Marketing Claim Compliance. She has provided guidance as a thought leader for numerous organizations including the National Retail Federation (NRF) and the American Sustainable Business Network (ASBN) and is currently the co-founder and CEO of Softly Solutions, a sustainability technology company. The Person & Planet theme song is an original song by singer/songwriter Barbara Stephan. Click here to listen to “Gonna Be There.”

Manny Lara has been an HR Professional for nearly 20 years, working mostly in the healthcare industry for large systems like Ascension Healthcare, Mayo Clinic and Advocate Aurora Health.  He's also a co-founder for a staffing technology platform called WorkShift. WorkShift supports the hospitality and services industry by providing a talent labor pool for open shifts in restaurants, bars and event venues. Along with his Co-founder, Bekki Yang, they've recently placed 1st in the Business Services sector for the 2023 Wisconsin Governor's Business Plan contest. In addition to his work in HR, Manny also volunteers as a Board Member and Chair for the Milwaukee Artist Resources Network (MARN) and Art Gallery.

Annemarie Sampson is a CPT and certified yoga instructor, wellness coach and running coach, with a certificate in wellness from the Digital Wellness Institute. On this episode we discuss everything from how health is taught in schools, girls and women in sports and support for mental and physical health, products you put on your body that are potential endocrine disruptors, ecotourism and sustainable Airbnbs with eco cleaning products and more! You can follow Annemarie on Instagram at Sustainablelife.live or Sustainable_airbnb. The Person & Planet theme song is an original song by singer/songwriter Barbara Stephan. Click here to listen to “Gonna Be There.”

Ike Wynter is the co-founder of Green Up Solutions, and is a full-time wood artist, where he creates handcrafted woodwork made out of 100% recycled material, creating art using products that would have otherwise entered the waste stream. All of his art is created without the use of any stain, paint, or varnishes. You can follow him on his Instagram page ike_wynter. The Person & Planet theme song is an original song by singer/songwriter Barbara Stephan. Click here to listen to “Gonna Be There.”