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How Do We Become More Conscious and Confident Entrepreneurs? | Sensi Graves, Sensi Graves Swim

Sensi Graves, founder of Sensi Graves Swim, is a professional kiteboarder, entrepreneur, speaker, kiteboarding instructor and women's empowerment coach. She has competed professionally over the last decade and regularly places in the top three at some of the biggest international kiteboarding invitationals, garners continuous coverage in kiteboarding magazines, and leads women's kiteboarding retreats worldwide.

 

 

How Do We Build Infinite Wealth In a Finite World? | Dr. Tamsin Woolley-Barker

We are humbled to host Dr. Tamsin on ORION to discuss her work with TEEM Innovation Group. Dr. Tamsin Woolley-Barker is an Evolutionary Biologist, Innovation Consultant, and Biomimicry Professional with a doctorate in Evolutionary Anthropology from New York University. She was among the first cohort to receive the Biomimicry Masters degree from Arizona State University’s Biomimicry Center, where she now serves as Adjunct Professor. Her book TEEMING: How Superorganisms Work to Build Infinite Wealth in a Finite World is an a #1 Amazon Bestseller in Organizational Learning, Environmental Economics, Ecology, and Animal Behavior—testament to its interdisciplinary nature. The book has been read on every continent and is entering its second printing.

What is the Future of the Foodservice Industry? | Ian Christopher & Kirsten Van Fossen, Galley

We are joined by Ian Christopher, CEO of Galley Solutions, and Kirsten Van Fossen, Head of Sustainability & Education of Galley Solutions, on ORION to discuss the modernization of the restaurant industry. Galley Solutions is a data-drive foodservice software that helps restaurants understand costs, simplify production, optimize purchasing, and embrace innovation.

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What is Being Done to Eliminate Single-Use Plastic? | Jessica Tishue, Bliss Foods

Bliss Foods are the 1st ever edible superfood bowls & cups that replace the need for single-use bowls, plates, cutlery, & cups. Inspired by the amount of waste Jessica saw being produced by single-use plastics - Bliss Foods was founded to spark a culture of wonderment while improving the health of our planet. "Bliss Foods are an easy & exciting way for anyone to stop plastic waste, while having a real-life "Willy Wonka" experience. " - Jessica

How Can You Bring Mindfulness to Business? | Gayani Weerasinghe, Attorney

We are pleased to host Ms. Gayani Weerasinghe, a business law and intellectual property (IP) attorney with both law firm experience and in-house experience. Her practice focus on helping start-ups and entrepreneurs with their business ventures, including helping them create their business partnerships, entities, contracts, confidentiality agreements, strategic alliance agreements, licenses, and procure trademarks, copyrights, and patents.

Before becoming an attorney, Ms. Weerasinghe was actively involved in biomedical research with the National Institutes of Health in Bethesda, MD, investigating diabetes, stem cells, and neuroinflammation. Ms. Weerasinghe has published twelve peer-reviewed articles on cell signaling processes related to diabetes, inflammatory response related to Alzheimer’s disease and Bipolar Disorder, and developmental cancer.

What Does It Mean to Be a Purpose-Driven Organization? | Lindsay LaShell, Diamond + Branch

Lindsay is the founder of Diamond + Branch, a digital marketing company that provides services to women-owned businesses and purpose-driven organizations of all kinds. Diamond + Branch Marketing is a Certified B Corp that provides digital marketing services prioritizing audience strategy and optimization for increased efficiency. We work across sectors, including startups, nonprofits, finance, healthcare and hospitality, focusing first on values alignment and meaningful outcomes.

How Can you Develop Long-Lasting Relationships? | Jennifer Barnes, Optima Office

Jennifer is the CEO of Optima Office, Inc, which provides fractional CFO, Controller, Bookkeeping and HR services to business between the start-up phase to larger scale organizations. Her employees fill the role in all accounting, HR or finance functions to companies in every industry in a part-time, ongoing and onsite capacity. She believes that happy staff=happy clients and that healthy books foster a healthy community.

How Can the Entertainment Industry Be Sustainable? | Virginie Drouot, EcoMind Set

Virginie Drouot, Founder of EcoMind Set, joins ORION to discuss her passion for film, and her mission to make production sets more sustainable. With over 20 years of experience in film production and 5 years as an entrepreneur, Virginie has set foot on all types of productions, seen plenty of behind of scenes filled with trash - and is ready to lead on the successful path of sustainability. EcoMind Set directs the film industry to play its role towards the Zero Waste scene and get the big picture, giving each story the opportunity for a clean slate to benefit the health and the well-being of our generation and the next.

Why Do We Care About Bees? | Hilary Kearney, Girl Next Door Honey

Hilary Kearney joins ORION to delve into the world of beekeeping. Hilary founded Girl Next Door Honey in 2012 in her home town of San Diego, California after graduating from UC Santa Cruz with a degree in Fine Art. Breaking from tradition, she developed a beekeeping business that does not rely on honey sales or pollination services for economic success. Instead, Girl Next Door Honey focuses on bee-centric programs such as natural beekeeping classes, apiary management, classroom presentations, beehive tours, live bee removal and more!

Preview - Runway to Regeneration | Sasha West & Mavis Carolina Herrera

Runway to Regeneration is a team of entrepreneurs bringing connecting people together over food, fashion, and drinks. Regenerative business practices are are essential for creating long-term value in business, and our goal is to showcase businesses putting this into action. Join us as we discuss a preview of our live online event and plans for future events.