Emmanuel Faber

Danone

Emmanuel Faber is dedicated to revolutionizing the food industry in order to build a more sustainable planet, and as CEO of Danone, one of the world’s largest food companies, he is in a position to make this revolution a reality.

Kathryn Minshew

The Muse

Kathryn Minshew is the CEO and co-founder of The Muse, a professional advancement website and job search engine that puts emphasis on humane job search processes, serves over 50M people across the globe find careers they enjoy.

Jeroen Wijering

JW Player

As the founder and creator of JW Player, Jeroen Wijering arrived at the game before most people even realized it had begun. Before JW Player was acquired by Google, all YouTube videos ran through JW Player. Today, JW Player has a team of 160 people, and is used by 2.5 million websites, ranging from small blogs to big companies like Fox, ESPN, Redbull, and Vice. They are responsible for streaming over fifteen billion videos.

Liz Luckett

The Social Entrepreneur's Fund

Liz Luckett is the founder, managing partner and driving force behind impact investing at TSEF – The Social Entrepreneurship Fund. TSEF’s goal is to be pro-active in parts of the economy where there is an opportunity of social entrepreneurship and impact investing. Their mindset is to bring the parties together and keep a close track on the continued level of the positive change.

Ben Nelson

Minerva Schools at KGI

Minerva Schools at KGI Founder & CEO Ben Nelson’s goal is to offer an innovative undergraduate program that combines 4 years of world travel with rigorous, interdisciplinary study.

Caroline Webb

Sevenshift

Best-selling author of the book “How to Have A Good Day” & McKinsey advisor, Caroline Webb, is Founder & CEO of Sevenshift, the coaching & consulting firm focused on science & practice of high performance in the workplace.

Daniel Pinchbeck

Center of Planetary Culture

Daniel Pinchbeck is an author, philosopher, host, and former executive director of the think tank, Center for Planetary Culture, which produced the Regenerative Society Wiki. His essays and articles on futurism, technology, evolution and science have been featured in The New York Times Magazine, Esquire, Rolling Stone, ArtForum, The New York Times Book Review, The Village Voice and many other publications. In 2007, he launched the web magazine Reality Sandwich and co-founded Evolver.net.

David Rosenberg

Hycrete Sustainable Materials

Former professor turned social innovation rockstar David Rosenberg, Founded Hycrete, Aerofarms & is the World Economic Forum's Transformational Leaders in Agriculture.

Jon Oringer

Shutterstock

Jon Oringer is a serial entrepreneur and the founder of the popular microstock photography site, Shutterstock. Oringer pioneered the subscription based microstock photography business model. The company has enjoyed robust growth since its inception, and in 2009, Oringer was selected 41st on the Silicon Alley 100, an annual list of the 100 most influential entrepreneurs, investors, executives, and technologists in Manhattan.

Tal Keinan

Clarity Capital

Tal Keinan is the founder and CEO of Clarity Capital, a global investment firm based in Tel Aviv that is leading the emergence of an Israeli financial services industry of international standing. He served on the Advisory Board of the Ariav Commission, a Bank of Israel-Finance Ministry task force on creating a global financial center in Israel.

Dr. Seth Berkley

International AIDS Vaccine Initiative

A medical epidemiologist by training, Seth Berkley is the founder of International AIDS Vaccine Initiative and now CEO of GAVI, the global alliance for vaccines and immunization.

John N. Huffington

Living Classrooms Foundation

John Huffington, a falsely convicted felon who spent three decades in prison, shares his journey with host, Mathew Bishop for this episode of Philanthrocapitalism. John Huffington continues to give back to the community of re-entry citizens by assisting them in finding jobs, building a foundation for their livelihood and reaching a healthy mental state. The programs he directs are crucial to changing the poor reputations given to this community.

Jeremy Moon

Icebreaker

Jeremy Moon started Icebreaker in the nineties by reinventing the 3000-year-old merino wool industry in New Zealand. A merino grower showed him a prototype fabric he'd developed from 100% merino wool. Jeremy immediately saw the potential of a natural, biodegradable fabric that combined the benefits of wool and synthetics. A leading figure in the sustainable business movement, Jeremy was named a Member of the New Zealand Order of Merit (MNZM) in 2008 for his services to business.

Nina Planck

Real Food & Farmer's Markets

In her book Real Food for Mother and Baby, Nina Planck takes up traditional diets for mother, father, and child. She dismantles common misconceptions and fears about prenatal and weaning foods in her typically direct style. Nina’s cookbooks, the e-book Farmers’ Market Cookbook, and the gorgeous hardcover Real Food Cookbook, offer delicious and simple recipes using real food.

Mark Badgley & James Mischka

Badgley Mischka

Mark and James joined forces to launch Badgley Mischka in 1988 and since the beginning Badgley Mischka have captivated the fashion press and prominent retailers around the world with their sophisticated style that caters to a younger, more modern couture customer, without forsaking women of any age. They have remained true to this design philosophy and the consistent integrity of their collections.

David McWilliams

Kilkenomics

Ireland's Most Influential Twitter User and Famed Economist, David Mcwilliams is the young global leader behind the Europe's first economic festival Kilkenomics and best selling author behind The Good Room.

Katy Sherratt

Back On My Feet

Katy Sherratt leads Back on My Feet as Chief Executive Officer. An award-winning social innovation leader, Katy has taken Back on My Feet from early-stage startup to sustainable organization. Back on My Feet is a program which inspires homeless individuals to get involved in a three-day-a-week running program instilling individuals with discipline and confidence, and challenging accomplishment of the program where members can be awarded with the internal and external, resources necessary to dash forward in their lives.

Brian S. Cohen

Angel Investor

Brian S. Cohen is a professional angel investor and mentor to entrepreneurs, serving as Chairman of the New York Angels, the #1 most active angel investor group in the country. Brian is the first investor in Pinterest and is an accomplished author. He also is accredited with creating Focus Technology, an organization that provided qualitative research and instituted the RPM model of integrated strategic communications. .

Kenneth Cole

Kenneth Cole

Voted “Sexiest Businessman of the Year”, Kenneth Cole’s company has been included on Forbes annual list of 200 best small companies and he’s the first fashion designer to take social consciousness into his campaigns.

Seth Goldman

Honest

Seth Goldman is a groundbreaking entrepreneur, activist and philanthropist. Seth has immense passion for change, business expertise and commitment to democratize plant-based and planet healthy foods worldwide. Seth co-founded Honest Tea and is also the Founder of Eat The Change, PLNT Burger's holding company. .

Jamie Cooper Hohn

Children’s Investment Fund

Jamie Cooper-Hohn is a co-founder of CIFF and serves as the Foundation’s President and CEO. CIFF, The Children’s Investment Foundation Fund is the world’s largest philanthropy that focuses specifically on improving children’s lives, seeking bold solutions to major challenges that face children in developing countries, from climate change to health services, civil rights and security. .

Karen Finerman

Co-host of CNBC’s Fast Money

Karen Finerman is an American businesswoman and television personality who is one of the few women to conquer the cut-throat, male-dominated world of hedge funds. In 1992, she co-founded New York-based hedge fund Metropolitan Capital Advisors, where she currently serves as CEO..

Anthony Scaramucci

SkyBridge

Anthony Scaramucci shares his insights into the world of business, politics, and philanthropy. Known for his entrepreneurial spirit and his role as the founder of SkyBridge Capital, Scaramucci brings a wealth of experience in finance, governance, and public policy to the discussion. He explores the intersection of capitalism and philanthropy, focusing on how individuals can leverage their wealth and influence to make meaningful social impact. Scaramucci also reflects on his time in the political sphere, offering lessons from his brief tenure as White House Communications Director and how those experiences have shaped his views on leadership and giving.

Georg Kell

UN Global Compact

Georg Kell is Chairman of the Board of Arabesque, a technology company that uses AI and big data to assess sustainability performance relevant for investment analysis and decision making. He has also helped to establish the Global Compact as the foremost platform for the development, implementation and disclosure of responsible and sustainable corporate policies and practices. .

Neil Blumenthal

Warby Parker Eyewear

Awarded by Fast Company as the Social Capitalist, receiving the Leadership and Social Enterprise Fellow at Wharton School, Blumenthal makes a difference with Warby Parker Eyewear, selling a pair and donating a pair.

J. Todd Morley

G2 Investments & Guggenheim Partners

G2 Investments, Guggenheim Partners, J. Todd Morley creates sustainable investments for individuals, families & institutions.

Marian Salzman

Havas Global PR

Entering the Hall of Fame as “40 under 40”, “cyber 60”, and “25 most powerful people in PR”, Marian Salzman runs Havas PR as CEO adding an extraordinary number of new clients and award winning campaigns. Marian Salzman is a renowned trend forecaster, keynote speaker and author. Throughout this interview, she discusses her expertise in identifying major societal and consumer trends and how they shape branding, policy and individual behaviors.

Jigar Shah

Generate Capital

Jigar Shah, renowned for his leadership in clean energy and sustainable business practices, engages in a deep conversation about the intersection of philanthropy and capitalism. As a trailblazer in developing solutions for climate change, Shah has made significant strides in helping organizations and individuals adopt sustainable models. He highlights his work in shaping the energy industry, his innovative approaches to funding renewable energy projects, and his belief in leveraging capital markets for social good. Shah’s vision underscores the importance of bridging the gap between social impact and financial returns to drive long-term change.

Paul Van Zyl

The Maiyet Collective

Paul van Zyl, founder of Maiyet and the International Center for Transnational Justice, shares his experiences in promoting ethical luxury and corporate responsibility. He discusses how his work in human rights and social justice intersects with the fashion industry and emphasizes the importance of creating sustainable, impactful businesses. Van Zyl's philosophy revolves around empowering artisans in emerging markets while addressing global issues of inequality and injustice.

David Kirkpatrick

Techonomy

David Kirkpatrick is a journalist, author and technology expert famously known for his founding of Techonomy Media and “The Facebook Effect: The Inside Story of the Company That Is Connecting the World.” As a writer, he also reported extensively for Fortune Magazine, Vanity Fair and Forbes on the intersection of technology, business and culture.

Julie Corbett

Ecologic

Julie Corbett’s Ecologic packaging leads the way for brands like Walmart to become eco-friendly..

Diane Garnick

Clear Alternatives & Charity Ladies in Red

Founder and CEO of Clear Alternatives, Diane Garnick is a true pioneer for women in the investment world. Garnick's influence spans notable media outlets like CNBC, Fox, and Bloomberg. This interview sheds light on her innovative approaches in philanthropy and investment, showcasing her impact on both industries.

Linda Rottenberg

Endeavor Catalyst LP Funds

As co-founder and CEO of Endeavor, Linda Rottenberg has led the global entrepreneurship movement for two decades. Headquartered in New York, with 60 offices spanning the globe, Endeavor rigorously selects, mentors, and co-invests in innovators with the greatest potential to grow their businesses and move the needle of their economies. .

Angel Martin Acebes

Senior Trade Commissioner of Spain

As the Senior Trade Commissioner of Spain in New York City, Ángel Martín Acebes has been an expert professor on advanced macro-economics & international economic relations for 4 decades.

Badgley Mischka

Hailed as one of the Top 10 American designers and considered the darlings of the Hollywood set by Vogue, Mark Badgley & James Mischka’s Badgley Mischka have dressed from celebrities, Presidential daughters to their shoppers on Rodeo Drive for close to 30 years.

Bruce Aust

Building Brands For NASDAQ

Assisting over 200 companies with going public at NASDAQ OMX, incl. Google, Facebook & Dunkin Donuts, Bruce Aust has been key in bringing the most cutting-edge brands to the NASDAQ OMX market.

DJ Spooky

Cultural Happenings

Paul D. Miller, aka DJ Spooky, is a composer, multimedia artist, and writer whose work immerses audiences in a blend of genres, global culture, and environmental and social issues. He edited the anthology Sound Unbound and is the founder of Origin Magazine..

Sara Horowitz

Freelancers Union

Sara Horowitz is the founder and a former Executive Director of Freelancers Union. She has been an innovative leading voice of the growing freelance economy, creating solutions for the new workforce for over two decades. Sara founded Freelancers Union in 1995 and is now the CEO of Trupo, a platform building new ways to protect the freelance workforce by creating curated benefits packages. .

Robert Kaplan

Harvard Business School

Robert Kaplan, former VP of Goldman Sachs and former Dean of Harvard Business School, discusses his influential work in business and education. He shares insights from his career in finance, leadership, and academia, focusing on the intersection of corporate governance, management, and ethics. Kaplan also discusses his contributions to business education through case studies and books, shedding light on how leaders can create lasting impact through strategic decision-making.

Andrew Kassoy

B Lab

Founder of B Lab Andrew Kassoy is dedicated to growing B Corporation innovative business models for social change.

Peter Blair Henry

NYU Stern Business School

Peter Blair Henry is W. R. Berkley Professor of Economics and Finance, Dean Emeritus, at New York University’s Leonard N. Stern School of Business, where he also runs the Ph.D. Excellence Initiative, a post-bac fellowship program for underrepresented minorities in economics. .

Ping Fu

Geomagic 3D Printing

On the forefront of 3D Printing, Geomagic Founder Ping Fu is a groundbreaking innovator and recipient of the Entrepreneur of the Year Award. She explores how Geomagic has revolutionized industries, from healthcare to aerospace, by enabling precision and creativity through technology. Fu emphasizes the power of resilience, innovation, and interdisciplinary thinking in addressing global challenges and fostering progress.

Michael Lazerow

Buddy Media

$2 billion of successful exits, Michael Lazerow is Fortune's “40 under 40” hottest rising stars, a serial entrepreneur who co-founded & sold 4 internet-based media companies & invested in 25 more.

Pankaj Ghemawat

DHL Global Connectedness Index

Pankaj Ghemawat is the Global Professor of Management and Strategy and Director of the Center for the Globalization of Education and Management at the Stern School of Business at New York University, and the Anselmo Rubiralta Professor of Global Strategy at IESE Business School. Between 1983 and 2008 he was on the faculty at the Harvard Business School where, in 1991, he became the youngest person in the school’s history to be appointed a full professor. .

Fabien Cousteau

Plant A Fish

As the first grandson of Jacques-Yves Cousteau, Fabien spent his early years aboard his famous grandfather’s ships, Calypso and Alcyone. Today, he is a leading oceanographer and conservationist, serving as a member of multiple cause-driven and charitable boards Fabien has been working with local communities and children worldwide to help restore local water ecosystems. Plant A Fish is his campaign to help restore and protect healthy waters around the world by educating and engaging people in greater ocean awareness. .

Lauren Bush Lauren

FEED

Lauren Bush Lauren, founder and CEO of FEED, was recognized by Forbes “30 under 30.” In 2007, FEED was created, a fashion brand made to give back to those in need, and give millions of meals to children around the globe. The company has since provided over 100 million meals through its partnerships with organizations like the UN World Food Programme and Feeding America. She has been involved in various campaigns addressing hunger and nutrition, and has used her platform to bring attention to issues affecting food insecurity.

Kristina Perkin Davison

iEurope Capital

iEurope & Kristina Perkin Davison are the forefront of fortifying the investment ties into Central Europe.

John Kluge, Jr.

Billionare Helping Billions

Sanitation, hunger, poverty, cyber security, John Kluge, Jr. is committed to support issues that will impact at least 1 billion people.

Joseph Polisi

Juilliard School For The Arts

From partnerships with Lincoln Center, Carnegie Hall to Columbia University, Dr. Joseph Polisi’s 29 years at Juilliard School have turned the school into a global thinking brand.

Slava Rubin

Indiegogo

Slava Rubin founded Indiegogo, a company dedicated to empowering people from all over the world to make their ideas a reality. As CEO for over 10 years from inception in 2006, Slava grew Indiegogo from an idea to over 500,000 campaigns and more than $1B distributed around the world. Slava represented the crowdfunding industry at the White House during the signing of the JOBS Act and has helped navigate bringing equity crowdfunding to the American public. .

Nicolas Berggruen

The Berggruen Institute on Governance

Nicolas Berggruen is the Chairman of the Berggruen Institute, which addresses fundamental political and cultural questions in our rapidly changing world. Focusing on Great Transformations in the human condition, brought for example by climate change, restructuring of global economics and politics, and advances in science and technology, the Institute seeks to connect deep thought in the human sciences—philosophy and culture—to the pursuit of practical improvements in governance. .

Shaifali Puri

Scientists Without Borders

Shaifali Puri was a leading contributor to the success of Scientists Without Borders, a non-profit dedicated to identifying and accelerating innovative approaches and solutions to tackle the world's most pressing development challenges. Shaifali raised millions of dollars to support open-source innovation in the sciences with partners such as Johnson & Johnson, PepsiCo, and the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. .

Terra Lawson-Remer

Leading The Political Economy

Terra Lawson-Remer discusses her influential career as a political economist, lawyer, and advocate for economic inclusion and public accountability. Lawson-Remer has held significant positions, including roles at the U.S. Department of Treasury, the UN, and Amnesty International. She is known for her work in advocating for policies that foster economic empowerment and integrate marginalized communities into the broader economy. She explores her insights into the intersection of politics and economic development, emphasizing how public policies can drive more inclusive and equitable economic systems.

Amy Jen Su

Communicating Business & Leadership

A contributor to Harvard Business Review, Huffington Post, Amy Jen Su is a pioneer in leadership & communication coaching teams for a variety of industries.

Carne Ross

Independent Diplomat

Advising Kosovo or South Sudan, Carne Ross is key in diplomatic strategy through his non-profit Independent Diplomat.

Ray Velez

Razorfish

Ray Velez, a pioneer in technology architecture at Razorfish, discusses his work helping companies like Pepsi, Major League Baseball, and Ford transform their digital strategies. He explores how innovative technology can drive growth and create lasting impact, emphasizing the intersection of design, development, and user experience in shaping modern business solutions.

Michal Tsur

Kaltura & Cyota

Social entrepreneur, Dr. Michal Tsur is a co-founder of Kaltura and has served as the President and Chief Marketing Officer since 2006, in addition to General Manager, Technology Sector since 2016. With $166 million in funding from Goldman Sachs and SAP, among others, Kaltura is the second success for Tsur, who also co-founded Cyota, a cybersecurity company purchased for $145 million by RSA Security in 2005. .

David Jones

Havas Global

David Robert Jones is a former CEO of Havas and Havas Worldwide, cofounder of global youth forum One Young World, founder of You & Mr. Jones and is a founding member of the Facebook Client Council. He is author of “Who Cares Wins: Why Good Business Is Better Business” and the creator of the Social Business Idea. .

Frederique Van Der Wal

Frederique's Choice

Frederique Van Der Wal, former model and actress, is widely known as founder of Frederique’s Choice, an e-commerce platform selling flowers across 10 countries and even on KLM flights. She highlights the blend of her passion for business with her creative flair, shaping her brand’s growth in the floral industry. The conversation explores her entrepreneurial mindset, challenges, and how she brought her vision to life in a rapidly changing market.

Oliver Niedermaier

Tau Investment Management

Oliver Niedermaier is the CEO and founder of Tau Investment Management, where he focuses on leading investment strategies and managing diverse assets. With over two decades of experience in the investment field, he has co-invested in more than 50 acquisitions across Europe, the U.S., and Asia. His career spans leadership roles in major financial firms, including DF King Worldwide, which he founded in 2007, and Computershare, where he was a key executive after the company's acquisition of his earlier venture, Pepper Technologies.

Kay Koplovitz

Springboard Enterprises

Kay Koplovitz is a pioneering media executive and entrepreneur, best known for founding the USA Network and the Sci-Fi Channel. She co-founded Springboard Enterprises in 2000, a nonprofit that supports women-led businesses with venture capital, which has generated billions in revenue and created thousands of jobs. She also founded Springboard Growth Capital in 2016 and the New York Fashion Tech Lab in 2014 to foster innovation in fashion technology.

Lamberto Frescobaldi

Marchesi de Frescobaldi

President Lamberto Frescobaldi, born in Florence on June 27, 1963, represents the 30th generation of this renowned Tuscan winegrowing family. His lifework has been the revitalization of the production and financial performance of the family’s notable portfolio of agricultural estates. .

Alvaro Fernandez

Sharp-Brains

As Founder & CEO of Sharp-Brains, Alvaro Fernandez is a leading entrepreneur, young global leader of the World Economic Forum, and quoted by the NY Times, Wall Street Journal, CNN.

Kate Roberts

YouthAids and Five & Alive

Kate Roberts is the founder and director of YouthAIDS and Five & Alive, two marketing programs implemented by Population Services International (PSI), where she is a vice president. Founded in 2001, YouthAIDS is a global education and prevention initiative that uses pop culture, music, theater, movies and sports to stop the spread of HIV/AIDS. The program reaches 600 million young people in more than 60 countries with life-saving products and services. .

Arun Sundarajan

The Sharing Economy

A member of the World Economic Forum’s Global Futures Council, a professor of Information, Operations & Management Sciences and Robert L. & Dale Atskins Rosen Faculty Fellow at NY University Stern School of Business, Arun authored The Sharing Economy.

Michael Schlein

ACCION

Michael Schlein brings nearly 30 years of extensive international banking, management and public service experience to his role as President and CEO of Accion, a global non-profit that helps provide financial services for those living in poverty. He joined Accion's Board of Directors in 2007. He is responsible for creating and implementing Accion’s strategy, managing its global team, and building a high-performing organization. .

Doug Levy

MEplusYOU

From Wholefoods, Patagonia to Coca Cola, Doug Levy and his firm MEPLusYOU has played a significant role in driving results for some of the world’s most successful brands. MEplusYOU, formerly known as imc2 is a Dallas-based integrated marketing agency that specializes in developing authentic connections between brands and consumers through digital, social, and mobile innovations. .

Kirk Edelman

Siemens Financial Service

As President & CEO of Siemens Financial Service, Kirk Edelman is a leading worldwide investor & businessman in key transactions incl. Cannon Power’s Windy Flats II expansion.

Ramez Naam

Microsoft Software Developer

Ramez Naam, a computer scientist and entrepreneur, discusses his innovative work, including his contributions to Microsoft’s Internet Explorer and Outlook, as well as his forward-thinking views on technology and sustainability. He reflects on the intersection of clean energy, technology, and global development, highlighting how innovation can solve some of the world’s most pressing challenges.

Wendy Kopp

Teach for All

Wendy Kopp, one of Time Magazine’s 100 most Influential people and Teach for All Founder is a pioneer in education equity, growing a network of 28 independent organizations around the world. She continues to play a significant role in expanding the Teach For All network, which now spans 40 countries. Wendy Kopp discusses her broader approach to social entrepreneurship, as she shares how philanthropy can align with entrepreneurial principles for lasting impact. She emphasizes the importance of long-term strategies, as well as the need to empower leaders in education to make systemic changes.

Sonja Tremont Morgan

The Real Housewives of New York

Sonja Tremont Morgan, known for her role on The Real Housewives of New York, shares how she has built a brand around her lifestyle. She discusses her business ventures, including fashion, entertainment, and hospitality, while balancing her personal and professional life. Her entrepreneurial journey highlights how she combines business savvy with celebrity, creating a legacy beyond television.

Lawrence Benenson

Benenson Capital Company

Lawrence B. Benenson, a real estate investor and third-generation partner of Benenson Capital Partners, is fueled by a strong, emotional current that drives his work, philanthropy, and art patronage. Lawrence B. Benenson manages the development and implementation of the company’s investment strategies and internal operations. He has managed several elite properties throughout New York City, from the World Bank, The Atlanta Exchange to Park Avenue, Times Square, Broadway and more. .

John Gerzema

The Harris Poll

Guiding companies like McDonalds & BMW and his books on the NY Times Bestseller List, John Gerzema is a successful author, columnist & businessman.

Jack Belsito

VOSS & First Beverage

Having worked with Proctor & Gamble, Pepsi, Snapple and Cadbury Schweppes, Jack Belsito is a pioneer in the consumer products industry growing VOSS Water across 50 countries.

Jan-Patrick Schmitz

Montblanc North America

Jan-Patrick Schmitz, the President and CEO of Montblanc North America, a German manufacturing company of luxury goods. Mr. Schmitz oversees the North American business, including sales and marketing, a retail network of 37 boutiques, and a wholesale distribution of 850 points of sale, including 100 Shop‐in‐Shops..

Roger Martin

Rotman School of Management

Roger Martin is a Professor Emeritus at the Rotman School of Management at University of Toronto where he served as Dean from 1998-2013. Roger was named the world’s #1 management thinker by Thinkers50, a biannual ranking of the most influential global business thinkers. Roger is a trusted strategy advisor to the CEOs of companies worldwide including Procter & Gamble, Lego and Ford. .

Florine Mark

Weight Watchers Group

Fluorine Mark, CEO of the Weight Watcher Group, achieved tremendous success as an entrepreneur, motivational speaker and humanitarian. She found fulfillment in helping people adopt healthier lifestyles by incorporating better eating habits and more exercise. Her success led her to recognition as an influential figure, receiving numerous accolades and helping millions of people worldwide.

Deepak Chopra

Author & Speaker

Deepak Chopra, M.D., F.A.C.P, founder of The Chopra Foundation, a non-profit entity for research on well-being and humanitarianism, and Chopra Global, a modern-day health company at the intersection of science and spirituality, is a world-renowned pioneer in integrative medicine and personal transformation..

Peter Thum

Ethos Water, Fonderie 57 & Liberty United

Peter Thum shares his vision for using business to address social challenges, from providing clean water to transforming weapons into symbols of peace. Thum highlights the role of corporate responsibility in fostering social justice and global impact. He is founder of social ventures like Ethos Water, Liberty United, and Fonderie 47, as well as advising Global Fund for Human Rights, and FEED projects.

Andrew Rasiej

Mouse, Technology With Purpose

As Founder of Personal Democracy, Mouse.org & Mideastwire.org, Andrew Rasiej is a futurist social entrepreneur, Chairman of NY tech Meetup, & a Senior Technology Advisor for Sunlight Foundation.

William D. Eggers

Deloitte

As one of the country’s best-known authorities on government reform, Bill Eggers is a global research director for Deloitte’s public sector practice, best-selling author & columnist. He is the author of several books focused on the intersection of government and innovation, including "The Solution Revolution." Eggers has served as a public policy advisor and has worked with governments to improve efficiency through technology and governance reforms.

Linda Abraham

Comscore

Linda Abraham is an entrepreneur who has co-founded two companies: Paragren Technologies, (now owned by Oracle), and comScore (NASDAQ: SCOR), a global leader in digital measurement and analytics. Currently, Linda is an investor, advisor, board member in a range of early-stage companies, spanning educational technology, data/analytics, machine learning/AI, clean energy, and transportation. .

Joe Cross

Fat, Sick and Nearly Dead

Having his documentary Fat Sick and Nearly Dead viewed by more than 5 million people worldwide, Joe Cross founded Reboot Your Life encouraging people toward a better lifestyle.

Charles Ellis

Greenwich Associates

Charles Ellis, Founder of Greenwich Associates, shares the principles of effective strategic philanthropy. Known for his expertise in investment management, Ellis brings his wealth of knowledge to discuss how individuals and organizations can maximize their impact in addressing societal challenges. He highlights the importance of long-term thinking, ethical considerations, and the role of education in creating meaningful change.

Rabbi Uriel Vigler

Chabad Israel Center

With an estimated 3300 Chabad institutions in 70 countries, Rabbi Uriel Vigler passes on the Chabad Lubavitch philosophy, which is based on wisdom, understanding & knowledge..

Jason Silva

How Philosophy Relates To Economics

Jason Silva is an Emmy-nominated and world renown TV personality, storyteller, filmmaker, and sought-after keynote speaker and futurist. He is known for hosting 5 seasons of the Emmy-nominated, global hit TV series Brain Games, on the National Geographic Channel, broadcasted in over 171 countries. A global keynote speaker, Jason has given talks at events for Microsoft, Intel, Cisco, Oracle, Adobe, Electronic Arts and more. .

Yossi Vardi

Israel's First High-Tech Entrepreneur

Yossi Vardi dives into his pioneering work in Israel's high-tech scene. Known as one of Israel's first high-tech entrepreneurs, Vardi reflects on his extensive experience in nurturing innovation and entrepreneurship, particularly in the tech sector. He shares insights into how Israel became a global leader in technology and innovation, emphasizing the power of entrepreneurial ecosystems and their ability to create positive social impact. Vardi explores the intersection of philanthropy, capitalism, and technology, highlighting his commitment to fostering social change through business and tech ventures.

Andy Dunn

Bonobos

One of Forbes’ 40 under 40, Andy Dunn is the brain behind Bonobos.com, the largest apparel brand in the US to launch over the Internet.

Badr Jafar

Crescent Enterprises

Badr is CEO of Crescent Enterprises and President of Crescent Petroleum. He also serves as Chairman of Gulftainer, the largest privately-owned container port operator in the world, and Chairman of Pearl Petroleum. Consistent with his interest in promoting social entrepreneurship in the MENA Region, Badr co-founded the Arab World Social Entrepreneurship Program (ASEP) with Ashoka in 2014. .

Jehane Noujaim

Oscar Nominated Documentary Filmmaker

The Philanthrocapitalism episode explores the work and impact of this celebrated director, best known for her Oscar-nominated documentary The Square. Jehane discusses her deep connection to the Middle East, particularly Egypt, where she followed the revolutionaries during the tumultuous Arab Spring. Raised between the United States and Egypt, her unique background shaped her perspective on storytelling, bringing her close to the heart of the protests in Cairo's Tahrir Square. Despite facing danger, including arrests, Jehane remained committed to documenting the voices of ordinary Egyptians fighting for change.

Nancy Pfund

DBL Investors

Nancy Pfund highlights her commitment to using venture capital as a tool for societal change. It explores her role as the founder and managing partner of DBL Partners, an investment firm that focuses on achieving social, environmental, and financial returns. Pfund emphasizes the importance of integrating purpose with profit and shares insights into the successes of companies DBL has supported, such as Tesla and Pandora, which have balanced innovation with positive societal impact. The conversation illustrates how venture capital can be a force for good, driving sustainable and inclusive growth.

Adnan Durrani

Saffron Road

Adnan Durrani shares his unique journey in the worlds of business and philanthropy, blending his entrepreneurial insights with his deep commitment to social impact. A visionary entrepreneur, Adnan reflects on his innovative approach to corporate responsibility and conscious capitalism, focusing on how businesses can drive both financial success and positive social change. He discusses his career, notably as the founder of Saffron Road, a food brand that blends socially responsible practices with a passion for delivering high-quality, ethically sourced products. Adnan also emphasizes the importance of sustainability, diversity, and ethical governance in business practices. He sheds light on the role of companies in addressing global challenges, including poverty and climate change, by not only generating profits but also contributing to meaningful societal change. Through his narrative, he invites viewers to rethink traditional models of capitalism and how individuals and corporations can come together to foster an environment that prioritizes long-term benefits for people and the planet.

Dr. Iva Fattorini

Global Arts and Medicine Institute

With strong motive to help international patients with limited access to good healthcare, she became Director of International E-health. Strongly driven by the vision to enrich the care and hospital experience, she founded the Arts and Medicine Institute at Cleveland Clinic in 2008. Under her leadership, first as Executive Director and then as a Chair, the Institute has grown and has become an integral part of the culture of one of the best and largest hospitals in the U.S. The Institute has set up a new paradigm and standards in the area of arts and medicine. .

Alan Patricof

Greycroft Venture Capital

Alan Patricof is the founder and managing director of Greycroft. A longtime innovator and advocate for venture capital, Alan entered the industry in its formative days with the creation of Patricof & Co. Ventures Inc., a predecessor to Apax Partners – today, one of the world’s leading private equity firms with $41 billion under management. In 2006, he founded Greycroft Partners, a venture capital firm, to invest in leading early and expansion stage investments in digital media. .