ORION

What Happens When You Go Big? | Matt Rebackoff, MR EATWELL

On this episode we feature Matt Rebackoff, founder or MR EATWELL a high quality, slow fashion clothing line focused on food and culture. Matt's taken some leaps of faith in his business and it continues to pay off. We loved chatting with Matt (& Fred!) and learning the story behind his fun clothes. Check him out at mreatwell.com or Instagram @ mr_eatwell – we hope you enjoy this episode!

How Can You Get Started on Your Idea? | Luis Martinez & Christiana Russell, We Tha Plug

We Tha Plug is a global virtual ecosystem that works with Pan African, Latinx, other under-represented founders & early stage startups from ideation phase to pre-seed and series A round. Check out We Tha Plug for opportunities to join their startup cohorts - www.wethaplug.com

 

(And check out Vulcan Design Studio!)

Why is a Strong Brand Important? | Jen Derks, Four Fin Creative

In this episode, we connect with Jen Derks of Four Fin Creative, a branding studio that puts brand at the center of good business. You'll see it happens so organically for them -- without any prep, we swear! Learn why making waves like this is so important for Jen and her network of businesses for good.

 

How Can We Practice Living in the Moment? | Vani Shiroor, DOTURMINDS

In this episode, we connect with Vani of DOTURMINDS – a mindful sand art company focused on letting go. We could’ve listened to her for hours about the journey with sand and its metaphor for life. You can tell when we started to sink in and live in the now. That’s Vani’s gift to us all. 

If you want to learn more about Vani's story, check out other podcasts she has been featured on:

1. How did Vani arrive to the USA: Flight Club podcast
2. Journey as a special needs mom: Rise with the Light podcast
3. History behind Ancient Dot Art : Artist Unmasked podcast
4. Mindfulness for Productivity : Productivity with Purpose

How Can Cycle-Syncing Help Your Performance? | Laura Charelle, Balanced Bombshells

We connected with Laura at Balanced Bombshells to talk all things cycle-syncing. Each of us are on our own wellness journey with individual needs based on our bodies and minds. So, a one size fits all workstyle will leave many companies approaching burn out, staff turnover, or less than optimal performance. We all share our different experiences with cycle-syncing in hopes it improves your life balance. Enjoy!

 

What is Greenwashing in Marketing? | Katie Smith, Wild Path Consulting

In this episode, we connect with Katie at Wild Path Consulting, whose clients have said she revolutionized their marketing mindset. Katie clarifies what is greenwashing marketing versus authentic sustainability strategies and how to spot the differences as a business leader and consumer. She has helped us navigate the wilderness of our own work and we hope her strategies resonate with you, too. Enjoy!

 

Why is Company Culture Important for Growth? | Tania Treis & Susanne Heim, Panorama Environmental

In this episode we connect with the dream team at Panorama Environmental. In consulting, it can be a common practice for leaders to base business growth decisions solely on profit metrics and then pricing is a race to the bottom for the whole industry. We learned that at Panorama, a holistic view of culture and self-development comes first and the results are an empowering competitive advantage. 

 

How Can We Give Old Items New Life? | Derreck Cobb, A Man Who Sews

In this episode, we connect with Derreck Cobb -- a man who sews! You can tell we are fans of his work and love his friendly vibe, transparency about his business model, and enthusiasm for co-creating beautiful accessories from upcycled materials. We're confident you'll be inspired to consider the infinite possibilities before tossing a garment, an old bag, or even a couch! Enjoy. 

 

What Does it Mean to Live Consciously? | Nay Secka, TEGAA

Nay Secka, founder of TEGAA, joins us on ORION to discuss founding the jewelry and accessory company, and how it supports the economy in her home country of Gambia. With conscious design, consumerism, and entrepreneurship, we can uplift others with our actions.

How Can We Save Our Seas? | Jeremy Naylor, Seventh Sea

A California local, Jeremy grew up surfing from San Diego to Santa Cruz. His desire to help people, love for the ocean and travel, led him to the beaches of Southeast Asia where he was able to realize a childhood dream of Creating Jobs Cleaning Beaches Around the World and helping people learn to live more Sustainably. Knowing people everywhere feel the same way, want to help, but just need a means of doing it… Seventh Sea was born.