Awarepreneurs

Paul Zelizer
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Awarepreneurs

Thanks for checking out the Awarepreneurs podcast! My name is Paul Zelizer and I am passionate - you could say obsessed - about the intersection of 3 things: a) conscious business, b) social impact and c) awareness practices. I believe these 3 movements are some of the most dynamic movements on our planet at this time. Around the world. people are discovering how to lead with compassion and create businesses that truly are a force for good. Each week, I do a deep dive interview with a thought leader in this intersection. Someone who has an enterprise that is market tested and already transforming many lives. I ask the gritty and sometimes challenging questions - like how they earn their money, how many people they help and what some of their biggest failures are. My goal for this show is to help you grow your businesses, enhance your well being and increase your social impact.

  1. 362 | Creating Community-Wide Change Through Banking with David Reiling

    3D AGO

    362 | Creating Community-Wide Change Through Banking with David Reiling

    David Reiling is the President and CEO of Sunrise Banks, a mission-driven, values-based bank with locations in Minneapolis/St. Paul, Minnesota and Sioux Falls, South Dakota. David has worked in the community development banking industry for more than 25 years. He is a social entrepreneur and innovator who strives to forge meaningful partnerships, drive sustainable economic growth and create financial empowerment for all.   Sunrise Banks site Social Venture Network site Self Online Credit Builder Program David’s email Paul's Strategy Sessions Pitch an Awarepreneurs episode

    51 min
  2. 361 | How New Mexico is Supporting Clean Tech Startups with Rebecca Puck Stair

    MAR 4

    361 | How New Mexico is Supporting Clean Tech Startups with Rebecca Puck Stair

    For four decades, Rebecca “Puck” Stair has built teams to tackle complex, high-profile, high-dollar projects. In 2023, she came to the New Mexico state energy office after two decades in the New Mexico film industry, where she worked as a producer and location manager on over a hundred films, television shows, commercials and other media projects, including podcasts and conferences for the Franciscan monk Father Richard Rohr. In 2020, she ran for NM Senate, and subsequently served as a policy analyst for our House of Representatives Consumer & Public Affairs Committee. For two years, Stair served as president of New Mexico’s largest film crew union, IATSE Local 480. Stair graduated Cum Laude from Amherst College with a BA in English Literature, and completed some graduate study in linguistics at Georgetown University. Between championing clean-energy projects for the state, she rides horses, skis, races triathlons, and other questionable activities that require helmets. This episode is sponsored by the coaching company of the host, Paul Zelizer. Consider a Strategy Session if you can use support growing your impact business. Resources mentioned in this episode include: New Mexico Clean Energy site Atomic 66 site Rep. Andrea Romero Awarepreneurs interview Michael Poffenberger Awarepreneurs interview Kristy Drutman Awarepreneurs interview NMClimate newsletter New Mexico’s Community Solar program New Mexico’s Energy Transition Act Paul's Strategy Sessions Pitch an Awarepreneurs episode

    49 min
  3. 360 | How to Fire People Compassionately and Ethically with Paul Zelizer

    FEB 25

    360 | How to Fire People Compassionately and Ethically with Paul Zelizer

    Paul Zelizer is the host of the Awarepreneurs Podcast, the world’s longest running social entrepreneur podcast, and has been a Business Coach who specializes in working with social entrepreneurs and climate tech founders for the past 18 years. This episode is sponsored by the coaching company of the host, Paul Zelizer. Consider a Strategy Session if you can use support growing your impact business. Resources mentioned in this episode include: Bloomberg Law article Hiring Hub site Rose Velasquez interview Paul's Strategy Sessions Pitch an Awarepreneurs episode

    27 min
  4. 359 | The Intersection of Technology and Co-Working: A Formula for Community Change with Dana Koller

    FEB 18

    359 | The Intersection of Technology and Co-Working: A Formula for Community Change with Dana Koller

    Dana Koller is President and CEO of Kactus Brewery, a highly community active brewing company and the Executive Director of UN-17. UN-17 is on track to be the #1 resource within New Mexico to help guide businesses and governments to accomplishing the 17 goals of sustainable development set by the United Nations. With a proven track record of success and quality business management, Dana is turning his focus to encouraging the largest shift in making New Mexico's private sector the leader in the SDG's (sustainability development goals) within the United States.  This episode is sponsored by the coaching company of the host, Paul Zelizer. Consider a Strategy Session if you can use support growing your impact business. Resources mentioned in this episode include: UN-17 site Kactus Brewery site Honeycomb Credit site UN’s Sustainable Development Goals Kristy Drutman interview Paul's Strategy Sessions Pitch an Awarepreneurs episode

    53 min
  5. 358 | Water Innovation Rising Out of the Desert with Ben Shultz

    FEB 11

    358 | Water Innovation Rising Out of the Desert with Ben Shultz

    Ben Shultz is a dedicated product/marketing manager at Aqua Membranes, where he combines his background in environmental planning and design with strong relationship-building and event-planning skills to drive innovative water treatment and provide clear messaging to customers and investors alike. Having started as a production technician, Ben quickly demonstrated his ability to adapt and excel, gaining hands-on experience in membrane technology and design that led him to his current role. Today, he collaborates closely with engineers, researchers, and customers to understand their needs and deliver products that meet high standards and expectations. Driven by a commitment to providing clean/sustainable water for all, Ben actively supports Aqua Membranes' mission to be a leader in the industry. This episode is sponsored by the coaching company of the host, Paul Zelizer. Consider a Strategy Session if you can use support growing your impact business. Resources mentioned in this episode include: Aqua Membranes site Ben Shultz on LInkedIn Lean Startup book Paul's Strategy Sessions Pitch an Awarepreneurs episode

    49 min
  6. 357 | Connecting Top Talent with Sustainability Organizations with Kristy Drutman

    JAN 28

    357 | Connecting Top Talent with Sustainability Organizations with Kristy Drutman

    Kristy Drutman, otherwise known as “Browngirl Green” is a speaker, consultant, media producer, and environmental educator passionate about working at the intersections between media, diversity, and environmentalism. As a young entrepreneur, Kristy has educated hundreds of thousands of people across the globe about modern-day environmental issues through speeches and media content as well as facilitates workshops centered around environmental media and storytelling in cities across the United States. Kristy is also the Co-Founder of theGreen Jobs Board, a climate tech start-up bridging the equity and inclusion gap within the green economy through conversations, resources, and pathways to bring more diverse talent into the environmental field. This episode is sponsored by the coaching company of the host, Paul Zelizer. Consider a Strategy Session if you can use support growing your impact business. Resources mentioned in this episode include:   Browngirl Green site Browngirl Green Podcast Browngirl Green Instagram Green Jobs Board Paul's Strategy Sessions Pitch an Awarepreneurs episode

    46 min
  7. 356 | Climate Despair Sucks: How to Find Purpose in the Chaos with Paul Zelizer

    JAN 21

    356 | Climate Despair Sucks: How to Find Purpose in the Chaos with Paul Zelizer

    Paul Zelizer is the host of the Awarepreneurs Podcast, one of the world’s longest running social entrepreneur podcasts, and has been a Business Coach for social entrepreneurs and climate tech startups for over 17 years. This episode is sponsored by the coaching company of the host, Paul Zelizer. Consider a Strategy Session if you can use support growing your impact business. Resources mentioned in this episode include: NMClimate email signup Work on Climate My Climate Journey Carbon Collective Women of Color Collective in Sustainability Leaders for Climate Action Climesumer Green Tech Noir Paul’s consulting site Pitch an Awarepreneurs episode

    34 min
  8. 355 | Crushing Misogyny and Building an Auto Repair Empire with Jesse Jackson

    JAN 14

    355 | Crushing Misogyny and Building an Auto Repair Empire with Jesse Jackson

    As CEO of Mango Automotive, Jesse’s vision is not just to lead but to revolutionize the automotive repair industry. They are ambitiously scaling towards a $100 million empire in the EV repair and maintenance domain, balancing this with their expertise in traditional gasoline-powered vehicles. This journey is fueled by a commitment to sustainable business practices and creating an inclusive environment for their workforce and clientele. Jesse likes to say they are not just fixing cars; they are setting new standards for service excellence, environmental responsibility, and workplace equality in the automotive industry. This episode is sponsored by the coaching company of the host, Paul Zelizer. Consider a Strategy Session if you can use support growing your impact business. Resources mentioned in this episode include: Mango Automotive site Contact Jesse via email SBA THRIVE site Rose Velasquez episode Pitch an Awarepreneurs episode

    50 min
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Thanks for checking out the Awarepreneurs podcast! My name is Paul Zelizer and I am passionate - you could say obsessed - about the intersection of 3 things: a) conscious business, b) social impact and c) awareness practices. I believe these 3 movements are some of the most dynamic movements on our planet at this time. Around the world. people are discovering how to lead with compassion and create businesses that truly are a force for good. Each week, I do a deep dive interview with a thought leader in this intersection. Someone who has an enterprise that is market tested and already transforming many lives. I ask the gritty and sometimes challenging questions - like how they earn their money, how many people they help and what some of their biggest failures are. My goal for this show is to help you grow your businesses, enhance your well being and increase your social impact.

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  • Creator
    Paul Zelizer
  • Years Active
    2017 - 2025
  • Episodes
    100
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Show Website
    Awarepreneurs

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