The Resilience Report

Lauren Scott

Welcome to The Resilience Report, where we go beyond the headlines to spotlight the trailblazers redefining sustainable business. In each episode, host Lauren Scott sits down with ecopreneurs and lighthouse leaders—visionaries who are tackling our planet’s toughest challenges and proving that business can be a force for good.Lauren has spent more than a decade working in the cleantech space, and specializes in translating climate initiatives into meaningful action to deliver on commitments to the building and renewables sectors. Her marketing and communications background is leveraged to promote social and environmental responsibility as an approachable, yet critical part of business operations. Scott’s career has been marked by being named one of Montreal’s Top 50 Women Leaders (2025), by her nomination as a 2020 Woman of Inspiration by the Universal Women's Network, as well as being shortlisted as Industry Woman of the Year by the ControlTrends Awards (2020).

  1. Why the Future of Architecture Is Off-Grid: Climate-Resilient Design Without Compromising Aesthetics ft. David Sellers (Hawaii Off Grid)

    FEB 11

    Why the Future of Architecture Is Off-Grid: Climate-Resilient Design Without Compromising Aesthetics ft. David Sellers (Hawaii Off Grid)

    In Hawaii, resilience isn’t a trend—it’s a business necessity. With some of the highest energy costs in the country, an islanded grid, and growing climate risk, the built environment has very little room for inefficiency. The question isn’t whether buildings should change—it’s how to do it without sacrificing comfort, cost, or design. My guest today has built his entire practice around answering that question. Joining me is David Sellers, founder of Hawaii Off Grid, an architecture firm that made a bold decision only design net-zero buildings—and has been delivering fully off-grid architecture since long before it was mainstream. David’s work sits at the intersection of sustainability and smart business: buildings that generate their own power, lower operating costs, and look exceptional doing it. He also developed Surf Block, a new building material made from surfboard waste that’s fire-resistant, mold-resistant, and insulating—turning a local waste challenge into a scalable resilience solution. Today, we’re talking about what it really takes to design resilient buildings that people want—and why this approach is moving from the fringe to the future. Learn more about Hawaii Off Grid: www.hawaiioffgrid.com Check out more from The Resilience Report: www.theresiliencereport.ca Message us your thoughts!

    58 min
  2. The Business Case for Good: Turning Purpose into Measurable Impact ft. Neil Callanan (LooseGrip)

    JAN 28

    The Business Case for Good: Turning Purpose into Measurable Impact ft. Neil Callanan (LooseGrip)

    One of the biggest questions from leaders, founders, and change-makers is "How do we actually measure the impact we’re trying to make?" Because caring about people, communities, and the planet is one thing—but being able to prove real, measurable change is something else entirely. Our guest today lives right at that intersection of purpose and proof. Neil Callanan is the founder of LooseGrip and the creator of the Grasp Impact Framework, which helps mission-driven brands connect meaningful storytelling with measurable outcomes. Since 2009, he’s worked with both global brands like Unilever and Ben & Jerry’s and emerging values-led companies to turn impact into real business growth. Neil’s work sits at the crossroads of marketing, activism, and analytics—helping teams move beyond disconnected data or pure intuition, and instead translate stories into metrics that actually hold up. His goal is simple: help leaders measure what truly matters so they can do more of it. Neil, welcome to the show. So if you are a business leader or entrepreneur trying to figure out how to measure and communicate your own impact, this episode is for you. Learn more about LooseGrip: https://loosegrip.net/Discover the Grasp Impact Framework: https://www.graspyourimpact.com/Message us your thoughts!

    56 min
  3. House Is Medicine: How Better Homes Protect Our Health, Wallets, and Planet ft. Paul Kealey (EkoBuilt)

    JAN 14

    House Is Medicine: How Better Homes Protect Our Health, Wallets, and Planet ft. Paul Kealey (EkoBuilt)

    For nearly twenty years, today’s guest has been quietly—and sometimes uncomfortably—challenging one of the biggest assumptions we make: that a new home is automatically a healthy one. Spoiler alert—it’s often not. Paul Kealey is the Founder and President of EkoBuilt, one of North America’s most advanced sustainable homebuilding companies, and the architect of a philosophy he calls House is Medicine. His work sits at the intersection of human health, environmental responsibility, and long-term affordability—and it’s forcing the building industry to rethink everything from air quality to energy use to how homes actually affect our bodies and minds. Paul designs and builds net-zero Passive Houses that don’t just save energy—they reduce stress, prevent mold and illness, protect families, and last for generations. His belief is simple but radical: our homes are not inert structures. They’re living environments. And when they’re designed poorly, they quietly compromise our health every single day. In this conversation, we dig into why building codes aren’t enough, how “value engineering” often works against human health, what the pandemic changed about how we think about indoor air, and why resilience—at both the personal and planetary level—starts at home. If you care about health, sustainability, affordability, or the future of housing, this episode will completely change the way you look at the place you live.  Learn more about EkoBuilt: https://ekobuilt.com/ Message us your thoughts!

    55 min
  4. Resilience in Review: The Leaders and Lessons That Shaped 2025

    12/31/2025

    Resilience in Review: The Leaders and Lessons That Shaped 2025

    Welcome back to our annual “Best of” episode of The Resilience Report. If you’ve been listening with us for a while, you know we end every episode with the same big question: What will it take for businesses and leaders to be resilient going forward? It’s not an easy one—but that hasn’t stopped our guests from showing up with honesty, courage, and incredibly practical insights. Releasing this episode on the very last day of 2025 feels just right. It’s a moment to look back, take stock, and carry forward what really matters as we step into 2026. Most of all, this episode is a thank you. To our guests, and to you—our listeners. Your feedback, curiosity, and commitment to positive impact have shaped this show in ways I never expected. We already have some powerful conversations lined up for the year ahead, inspired directly by your messages, and I can’t wait to share what’s coming next. * In this "Best of" episode, here from our incredible lineup of guests: Food, beverage and agriculture Avi Greenstein, BamboozleRebecca Tickell, award-winning filmmaker and environmental activistRon Ladner, founder of Shaggy’s Restaurants Energy and carbon reduction Miranda Gardiner, iMasons Climate AccordCatherine Atkin, Carbon AccountableHassan Shahriar, ADAPTR Inc. Water Tatiana Estevez, PermalutionKendra MacDonald, Canada’s Ocean Supercluster Marketing and communications Marie-Chantal Savoy, Savoy Strategy (also our top downloaded episode of the year!)Cat Holt, Coologee Corporate culture and strategy Julia Binder and Knut Haanaes, Authors and IMD professorsRussell Harvey, The Resilience CoachJohn Bromley, Charitable Impact Fashion, beauty and design Dr. Kristian Edwards, BLK + GRNCynthia Savard, ORAKITodd Bracher, Industrial DesignerTrisha Pitura and Melanie Bernard, MINI-TIPIJulia Dietmar, OpenWardrobeLisa Diegel, Faherty Brand Travel and adventure Mary Anne Ivison, Podcast HostKristin Karstensdotter, LivToursMessage us your thoughts!

    26 min
  5. Beyond the Logo: Building a Brand That Drives Sustainable Growth ft. Cat Holt (Coologee)

    12/17/2025

    Beyond the Logo: Building a Brand That Drives Sustainable Growth ft. Cat Holt (Coologee)

    Discover how world-class brands evolve and thrive through uncertainty with Cat Holt—CEO of Coologee and the creative strategist behind Progressive’s viral Dr. Rick campaign. In this episode, Cat explains why brand strategy is actually business strategy, and how companies can unlock growth, clarity, and long-term resilience by putting brand at the center of their transformation. Whether you're a founder, marketer, C-suite leader, or entrepreneur navigating growth challenges, Cat’s insights offer a roadmap for building a stronger business, leading through change, and creating a brand that actually drives performance. If you’re searching for strategies on business transformation, marketing leadership, creative strategy, or scaling with purpose—this conversation is packed with practical wisdom and real-world experience. Learn more about Cat's work at Coologee: https://coologee.com/ #BrandStrategy  #BusinessResilience  #SustainableBusiness  #LeadershipDevelopment  #MarketingStrategy  #FutureOfWork  #PurposeDrivenBrand  #ExecutiveLeadership  #ClimateAndBusiness  #AIinMarketing Message us your thoughts!

    1 hr
  6. From Katrina’s Aftermath to Industry Innovation: Resilience, Community, and Reinventing the Restaurant Model ft. Ron Ladner (Shaggy’s)

    12/03/2025

    From Katrina’s Aftermath to Industry Innovation: Resilience, Community, and Reinventing the Restaurant Model ft. Ron Ladner (Shaggy’s)

    In this episode of The Resilience Report, host Lauren Scott sits down with Ron Ladner, founder of the iconic waterfront restaurant Shaggy’s — a business born unexpectedly out of the devastation of Hurricane Katrina. What began as a mission to restore hope to a shattered community has since grown into one of the Gulf Coast’s most resilient and people-centered restaurant brands. Ron shares how Shaggy’s transformed the traditional hospitality model by putting culture, community, and long-term sustainability at the heart of the business. He reveals why employee happiness is the foundation of profitability, how his team-service model is reshaping industry norms, and the surprising ways a restaurant can drive measurable social impact. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, hospitality leader, or business owner seeking fresh ideas for growth and resilience, this conversation offers powerful insights on sustainable leadership, organizational culture, and building companies that thrive — even in times of crisis. Topics covered include: Rebuilding a business and community after catastropheSustainable leadership and people-first cultureRethinking the restaurant model for long-term successEmployee retention and operational efficiencyCommunity engagement and coastal conservationGrowth strategies in a challenging economic climateLearn more about Ron's work here: https://ronladner.com/ #ResilienceReport, #RonLadner, #ShaggysRestaurant, #RestaurantSuccess, #RestaurantLeadership, #RestaurantOwners, #HospitalityIndustry, #RestaurantLife, #CommunityDrivenDining, #WaterfrontDining, #CommunityImpact Message us your thoughts!

    39 min
  7. B Corp in 2025: What It Really Means for Purpose-Driven Business ft. Lauren Scott (The Resilience Report)

    11/12/2025

    B Corp in 2025: What It Really Means for Purpose-Driven Business ft. Lauren Scott (The Resilience Report)

    B Corp certification is booming — but is it still worth it in 2025? 🌍 In this episode, host Lauren Scott breaks down the latest stats, the 2025 standards overhaul, and what every business leader needs to know about the real value, risks, and opportunities behind becoming a certified B Corp. #BCorp #Sustainability #BusinessGrowth #Resilience #ESG #PurposeDriven #CorporateResponsibility #LaurenScott #TheResilienceReport Message us your thoughts!

    19 min
  8. The Clean Energy Gap: Why Generation Alone Isn't Enough ft. Hassan Shahriar (ADAPTR Inc.)

    10/29/2025

    The Clean Energy Gap: Why Generation Alone Isn't Enough ft. Hassan Shahriar (ADAPTR Inc.)

    For anyone curious about where renewable energy in Canada is headed — and how innovators are reshaping the grid to get us there — this conversation is essential listening. Hassan Shahriar, founder of ADAPTR Inc., offers an insider’s look at how Canada’s energy transition is unfolding, the gaps still holding us back, and the bold solutions that could define the next decade. ADAPTR is tackling one of the toughest challenges in the renewable sector: how to integrate clean energy sources like wind and solar into an aging power system built for a different era. In this interview, Hassan explains why smarter grids and better collaboration between utilities, generators, and consumers are key to unlocking real progress. He also shares what’s working — from pioneering projects across Canada to the shift toward more adaptable, holistic energy solutions — and what it takes to stay resilient while leading innovation in a rapidly changing industry. Whether you’re an energy professional, a sustainability leader, or simply someone who wants to understand how the renewable future will actually work, Hassan’s story offers both clarity and inspiration about what it means to adapt, lead, and keep pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. 🌍Learn more about ADAPTR here: https://www.adaptrenergy.com/  #RenewableEnergy #CleanEnergyTransition #EnergyInnovation #SmartGridTechnology #SustainableInfrastructure #ClimateSolutions #CanadaEnergyFuture #EnergyResilience #GreenTechnology #FutureOfRenewables #CleanTech #ClimateAction #SustainabilityLeadership #EnergySystems #ClimateInnovation #RenewablesCanada #CleanEnergyFuture #EnergyTransition  Message us your thoughts!

    37 min
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Ratings & Reviews

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About

Welcome to The Resilience Report, where we go beyond the headlines to spotlight the trailblazers redefining sustainable business. In each episode, host Lauren Scott sits down with ecopreneurs and lighthouse leaders—visionaries who are tackling our planet’s toughest challenges and proving that business can be a force for good.Lauren has spent more than a decade working in the cleantech space, and specializes in translating climate initiatives into meaningful action to deliver on commitments to the building and renewables sectors. Her marketing and communications background is leveraged to promote social and environmental responsibility as an approachable, yet critical part of business operations. Scott’s career has been marked by being named one of Montreal’s Top 50 Women Leaders (2025), by her nomination as a 2020 Woman of Inspiration by the Universal Women's Network, as well as being shortlisted as Industry Woman of the Year by the ControlTrends Awards (2020).

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  • Creator
    Lauren Scott
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    76
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 The Resilience Report
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