The Mindful Marketplace with Joel Skene

Joel Skene
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The Mindful Marketplace with Joel Skene

The Mindful Marketplace is where we share the stories of entrepreneurs, investors, economists, and business leaders who are not only making a profit, but who are creating more equitable, sustainable, and democratic business practices and communities along the way. It's where we learn how to connect our money and our time to our values, our community, and ourselves. Connect with Joel at: http://www.mindfulmarketplaceshow.com/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mindfulmarketplaceshowInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mindfulmarketplaceshow/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joelskene/

  1. Building Inclusive Futures Through Collaborative Community Projects - Part 2

    10/01/2024

    Building Inclusive Futures Through Collaborative Community Projects - Part 2

    Imagine transforming unused spaces into life-changing opportunities. In our latest episode, we sit down with Dr. Glennell M Lee Pruitt, president of Jarvis Christian University, to uncover groundbreaking solutions for community investment. Learn how the university is breathing new life into empty dormitories by offering housing to young adults aging out of the foster care system. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in innovative strategies for community development and higher ...

    22 min
  2. Innovative Strategies for Fair Wages and Economic Justice

    09/24/2024

    Innovative Strategies for Fair Wages and Economic Justice

    Unlock the secrets of pioneering social change and transformative finance in our latest Mindful Marketplace episode. What if your community could own and manage its housing, bypassing traditional homeownership? We delve into cooperative housing models, neighborhood real estate investment trusts, and community capital funds that offer these groundbreaking possibilities. We also spotlight the ongoing battles of gig workers, with a particular focus on Uber and Lyft drivers in Minneapolis standin...

    22 min
  3. Influential Figures in the Fight for Social Justice w/ Damien Durr - Part 2

    09/17/2024

    Influential Figures in the Fight for Social Justice w/ Damien Durr - Part 2

    How did a former mayor of Berkeley become a beacon of social justice and community empowerment? Join us as we journey through the impactful life of Gus Newport with our special guest, Damien Durr from DCD Empowerment and the Gus Newport Project. Damien shares his unique personal connection with Gus, detailing their encounters through the Children's Defense Fund and the National Council of Elders. We'll explore Gus's transformative tenure as mayor, where he led Berkeley to become a pioneer in ...

    24 min
  4. Harnessing Social Enterprises for Economic Reforms & Community Equity - Part 1

    09/10/2024

    Harnessing Social Enterprises for Economic Reforms & Community Equity - Part 1

    What if social enterprises could reshape the global economy while prioritizing social and environmental value? This episode of the Mindful Marketplace features an enlightening conversation with Damien Durr, a leader of the Gus Newport Project and DCD Empowerment, as we unravel the transformative power of social ventures. Damien sheds light on how these enterprises generate trillions in revenue, create millions of jobs, and strengthen community resilience. We tackle the pressing issue of mega-...

    22 min
  5. Innovative Financing Solutions for Employee Ownership Initiatives - Part 2

    07/30/2024

    Innovative Financing Solutions for Employee Ownership Initiatives - Part 2

    Ever wondered why more business owners are shifting towards employee ownership models? Get ready to uncover the secrets behind this rising trend in our latest episode featuring Alison Lingange, co-founder of Project Equity and the Ownership Capital Lab. Allison breaks down the benefits of partial employee ownership, from boosting employee engagement to enhancing overall business value. We also discuss the contrasting motivations behind such transitions, such as operational efficiency versus l...

    23 min
  6. Financial Rewards in Worker-Owned Enterprises - Part 1

    07/23/2024

    Financial Rewards in Worker-Owned Enterprises - Part 1

    Discover how employee ownership can reshape the business landscape and drive social change! Join me, Joel Skeen on the Mindful Marketplace, as I sit down with Alison Lingange, the brilliant co-founder of Project Equity and the Ownership Capital Lab. Throughout our conversation, we'll uncover how democratic business models are making a difference for companies and employees alike. From the inspiring story of the Industrial Commons' role in the textile circular economy to the groundbreaking ant...

    23 min
  7. Empowering Workers through Ownership Models and Democratic Practices - Part 2

    07/09/2024

    Empowering Workers through Ownership Models and Democratic Practices - Part 2

    Unlock the secrets to transforming your business into an employee-owned powerhouse as we sit down with experts Mark Hand and Jenny Everett from the Research Cluster on Employee Ownership and Workplace Democracy. Discover a new world of business models including employee stock options, ESOPs, and worker cooperatives, enriched with real-life examples like Brookshire's, Bob's Red Mill, and Black Star Co-op. We also shine a spotlight on the cutting-edge concept of purpose trust ownership, showcas...

    21 min
  8. Financial Strategies Empowering Local Communities and Workers

    07/02/2024

    Financial Strategies Empowering Local Communities and Workers

    Unlock the secrets to transforming your business and community through the power of shared ownership. Join me, Joel Skeen, as I engage with Jenny Everett and Mark Hand from the Research Cluster on Employee Ownership and Workplace Democracy. We explore how private equity is driving new trends in employee ownership, spotlighting Blackstone's innovative equity-linked incentive program for 18,000 employees. Additionally, we delve into the overlooked financial pitfalls tech workers face due to fos...

    23 min
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    The Mindful Marketplace is where we share the stories of entrepreneurs, investors, economists, and business leaders who are not only making a profit, but who are creating more equitable, sustainable, and democratic business practices and communities along the way. It's where we learn how to connect our money and our time to our values, our community, and ourselves. Connect with Joel at: http://www.mindfulmarketplaceshow.com/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mindfulmarketplaceshowInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mindfulmarketplaceshow/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joelskene/

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