The Conscious Capitalists
Conscious Capitalism: contradiction in terms, or way of the future? Timothy Henry and Raj Sisodia, co-founders of the Conscious Capitalism movement and co-authors of ‘Conscious Capitalism - The Field Guide' get together and discuss current topics from the perspective of enlightened, conscious entrepreneurs and businesses.
How Employee Ownership Can Close America's Wealth Gap | Featuring Loren Rodgers
What if the most powerful solution to America's growing wealth inequality was already hiding in plain sight, inside thousands of thriving businesses across the country?
In this episode of The Conscious Capitalists, hosts Timothy Henry and Raj Sisodia sit down with Loren Rodgers, Executive Director of the National Center for Employee Ownership (NCEO), to explore how employee ownership and specifically ESOPs (Employee Stock Ownership Plans) can serve as one of the most compelling vehicles for building broad-based wealth, strengthening businesses, and elevating the practice of capitalism itself. Loren has led the NCEO since 2011, guiding a membership...
Replay! Values-Driven Private Equity with Stewart Kohl
In this episode, Timothy Henry and Raj Sisodia welcome Stewart Kohl, Co-CEO of The Riverside Company, a global private equity firm known for its long-term, values-centered approach to investing.
To see the full video podcast, check out the Conscious Capitalists YouTube channel here
Drawing on decades of experience, Stewart shares his powerful perspective on integrating values with valuation in the world of private equity, and what it takes to invest wisely during times of radical uncertainty. Stewart reflects on the discipline required to stay true to purpose while navigating...
Accountability Under Fire: Why Business Leaders Can No Longer Afford to Look Away | Kate Adams
What does it truly mean to be accountable as a business leader, and why does it matter now more than ever?
In this episode of The Conscious Capitalists, hosts Timothy Henry and Raj Sisodia sit down with Kate Adams, Chief Impact Officer at Conscious Capitalism, Inc. and author of Accountability Under Fire, for a thoughtful exploration of one of the most pressing challenges facing modern leadership.
As organizations navigate increasing scrutiny from employees, customers, investors, and the public, accountability has become more than a values-based aspiration. It is now...
How PacSun CEO Brieane Olson Turned a Bankrupt Retail Brand Into a $1 Billion Gen Z Powerhouse
How do you reinvent a legacy retail brand for an entirely new generation without losing its identity in the process?
In this episode of The Conscious Capitalists, hosts Timothy Henry and Raj Sisodia sit down with Brieane Olson, CEO of PacSun, to explore one of retail’s most compelling transformation stories. Under Brianna’s leadership, PacSun evolved from a struggling mall retailer into a digital first, purpose driven brand approaching $1 billion in revenue by embracing a bold philosophy: co-creation.
Drawing from her new book, Co-Created, and a recently released Harv...
Why Traditional Companies Are Failing, And How the “Octopus Organization” Wins in the AI Era
What if your company could think and move like an octopus, with intelligence distributed across the entire organization instead of concentrated at the top?
In this episode of The Conscious Capitalists, hosts Timothy Henry and Raj Sisodia sit down with Jana Werner (AWS Enterprise Strategist and expert in Uncertainty Dynamics) and Phil Le-Brun (AWS Enterprise Strategist and former International CIO at McDonald's) to explore their groundbreaking new framework: The Octopus Organization. Together, they unpack what it takes to build adaptive, resilient businesses in a world defined by AI acceleration, geopolitical instability, and constant disruption.<...
Replay! How Xapa's Christine Heckart Builds Trust and Psychological Safety in the Age of AI
What happens when AI disruption collides with the urgent need for human-centered leadership?
In this episode of The Conscious Capitalists’ Future-Focused Summer Series, hosts Timothy Henry and Dr. Neha Sangwan are joined by Christine Heckart - tech industry veteran, former CEO of Scalyr, senior executive at Microsoft and Cisco, and now founder of Xapa, an AI-powered leadership development platform. Together, they dive into how leaders can guide their organizations through radical uncertainty, exponential change, and the AI revolution without leaving their people behind.
Christine pulls from 30 years in Silicon Valley to reveal why 90% of AI tr...
Free Markets vs. Stakeholder Capitalism? Mary K. Bush Explains What Drives Growth
Timothy Henry and Raj Sisodia interview the Honorable Mary K. Bush, President of Bush International and a veteran executive, corporate director, and government official who served three U.S. presidents, including as the U.S. representative on the International Monetary Fund Board during the 1980s debt crisis. Known as “Ms. Free Market,” Bush explains her advocacy for reduced regulation, pro-growth tax systems, and policies designed to retain and attract capital, as well as her role in helping create the IMF’s Structural Adjustment Facility to address deeper barriers to entrepreneurship beyond fiscal and monetary policy.
To s...
REPLAY | Google’s Gopi Kallayil on Business Strategy in the AI Era
What happens when one of Google’s top AI strategists also happens to be a yogi, author, and self-described “Happy Human”?
In this episode of The Conscious Capitalists’ Summer Series, hosts Timothy Henry and Dev Patnaik speak with Gopi Kallayil, Chief Business Strategist for AI at Google. Together, they explore how businesses can navigate radical uncertainty in an age of exponential technological disruption and why AI should be seen as a tool for human advancement rather than a threat.
From Google’s pivots (“search-first” to “mobile-first” to “AI-first”) to lessons on experimentation, failure, and 10x thinking, Gopi...
Reimagining Capitalism: Harvard’s Rebecca Henderson on Climate, Inequality & Purpose-Driven Business
Timothy Henry and Raj Sisodia interview Harvard professor and author Rebecca Henderson about her book Reimagining Capitalism in a World on Fire and why purpose-driven, multi-stakeholder firms can outperform yet remain hard to implement because they require deep investments in strategy, structure, and human systems.
To see the full video podcast, check out the Conscious Capitalists YouTube channel here
Henderson connects climate change, inequality, and democratic erosion to shareholder primacy, arguing for stronger democratic institutions, reducing money in politics, and grassroots rebuilding of trust. She emphasizes leaders’ inner work, “kindn...
Replay | Rethinking Strategy in Radical Uncertainty: Lessons from Patagonia
What happens when a global brand famous for saving the planet from itself decides to challenge the very DNA of corporate leadership?
In this first episode of The Conscious Capitalists’ Summer Series, hosts Timothy Henry and Kate Adams speak with Charles Conn, Chair of Patagonia, co-founder of Monograph, and former senior partner at McKinsey. Together, they explore how conscious enterprises can thrive in a world of radical uncertainty — from geopolitical shocks to disruptive technologies — by rethinking the way leadership works.
Charles takes us inside Patagonia’s approach to leading with purpose, agility, and trust, s...
From Pain to Purpose: Healing leadership with Nilima Bhat and Raj Sisodia
In this deeply reflective conversation, Raj Sisodia and Nilima Bhat explore why even the smartest, most successful leaders can suddenly find themselves stuck, hitting an invisible ceiling that strategy, coaching, or performance optimization alone cannot break. Drawing from their new book, Healing Leaders: A Manual for Life and Leadership Recovery, they make the case that leadership development without inner healing is fundamentally incomplete.
To see the full video podcast, check out the Conscious Capitalists YouTube channel here
Together, we unpack how unhealed psychological wounds quietly shape decision making, relationships...
How to Future Proof Your Purpose with Dusan Vujovic
Dusan shares the remarkable origin story of Tony’s Chocolonely, which began nearly twenty years ago with a Dutch journalist’s investigation into child labor and exploitation in the cocoa industry, and grew into a global chocolate brand with a singular goal: to make chocolate 100 percent exploitation free. We explore how that founding purpose has been protected through a unique mission-lock governance structure, designed to ensure the company’s values survive scale, leadership changes, and even future ownership transitions.
The conversation dives deep into Tony’s Open Chain, an open-source supply chain platform that now includes more than twe...
Why Modern Leadership Is Failing and What to Do Instead | Nicholas Janni
In this episode, we welcome Nicholas Janni, author of Leader as Healer, the Business Book of the Year in 2023, for a thoughtful conversation on reimagining leadership in an age of uncertainty and disruption.
To see the full video podcast, check out the Conscious Capitalists YouTube channel here
Nicholas challenges the dominant leader as the executor model and shares why relying solely on the thinking mind is no longer sufficient, and may even be harmful, for modern leadership. Drawing on his work with senior leaders around the world, he introduces a new framework rooted in...
From Fashion to Family Business: Ashli Blumenfeld’s Journey & Leadership Lessons
In this episode, Timothy Henry and Raj Sisodia welcome Ashli Blumenfeld, Co-President of Standard Meat Company and a board member of Conscious Capitalism.
To see the full video podcast, check out the Conscious Capitalists YouTube channel here
Ashli shares her remarkable journey from the fashion world in New York City to helping lead a fourth-generation family business in Texas. She reflects on how she and her brother have grown Standard Meat by prioritizing people, culture, and long-term stewardship, while honoring the legacy built by generations before them.
The conversation explores what it...
Mastering Conscious Leadership: Miren Oca's Journey with Ocaquatics Swim School
In this compelling episode of 'The Conscious Capitalists,' hosts Timothy Henry and Raj Soia engage in an inspiring conversation with Miren Oca, the founder of Ocaquatics Swim School. Miren shares her unconventional path to becoming a successful entrepreneur, revealing how she pivoted from a career in medicine to building a thriving swim school business out of necessity. With five locations and 6,500 swim lessons per week, Ocaquatics has flourished by prioritizing leadership development, strong company culture, and employee empowerment. Miren delves into the transformative impact of broad-based employee ownership through an Employee Ownership Trust (EOT) and discusses practical strategies...
Values-Driven Private Equity with Stewart Kohl
In this episode, Timothy Henry and Raj Sisodia welcome Stewart Kohl, Co-CEO of The Riverside Company, a global private equity firm known for its long-term, values-centered approach to investing.
To see the full video podcast, check out the Conscious Capitalists YouTube channel here
Drawing on decades of experience, Stewart shares his powerful perspective on integrating values with valuation in the world of private equity, and what it takes to invest wisely during times of radical uncertainty. Stewart reflects on the discipline required to stay true to purpose while navigating...
How Conscious Investors Win: David Gardner on Purpose, Culture, and “Foolish” Decision Making
In this episode, Timothy Henry and Raj Sisodia invite David Gardner, the visionary co-founder of The Motley Fool and a passionate advocate for conscious investing, to the pod.
To see the full video podcast, check out the Conscious Capitalists YouTube channel here
Hear the inspiring story behind David’s lifelong commitment to aligning investments with purpose. From co-founding The Motley Fool to championing a new paradigm of “rational optimism,” David shares how values-driven decision making can fuel long term success. He explores the essential role of leadership and culture in building enduring businesses and offers...
Leading Through AI Disruption: Valerie Capers Workman on Building Ethical and Future-Ready Workforces
In this episode, Timothy Henry and Kate Adam welcome Valerie Capers Workman, Chief Human Resources Officer at Empower Pharmacy and author of the bestselling book Quantum Progression
To see the full video podcast, check out the Conscious Capitalists YouTube channel here
Valerie brings a wealth of experience from her leadership roles at some of the world’s most innovative and disruptive companies, including Tesla. She shares powerful insights into how AI is transforming the workplace - and what leaders must do to build agile, ethical, and future-ready organizations.
From developing AI...
Best Of: Timothy Henry’s Vision for Conscious Capitalism Inc.
Check out an episode from earlier this year with Timothy Henry, CEO of Conscious Capitalism.
Since 2008, Timothy Henry has played a pivotal role in reshaping how businesses view purpose and stakeholders.
Now transitioning into the role of CEO, Timothy unveils his ambitious vision for the movement’s future. He emphasizes the importance of a global "How-To Academy" to equip leaders with actionable tools, robust strategic partnerships to amplify their reach, and stronger chapters to localize and personalize the movement’s principles.
Through heartfelt storytelling and practical insights, this episode captures the essence of what...
Best Of: How Shane Jackson Built a Healthcare Empire with Heart
Check out an episode from earlier this year with Shane Jackson from Jackson Healthcare.
Imagine leading a company that serves over 10 million patients annually while ensuring it remains one of the best places to work.
For Shane Jackson, President of Jackson Healthcare, purpose and conscious leadership aren’t just ideals, they’re at the heart of his business. In this episode, Shane shares how aligning personal values with organizational culture has driven Jackson Healthcare’s success.
He also dives into his latest book, This is the Thing about Life, Joy, and Owning...
Rob Connelly on How Henny Penny Thrives as a 100% Employee-Owned Company
What if a fried chicken fryer sparked a global movement in conscious business?
In this episode of The Conscious Capitalists, hosts Timothy Henry and Raj Sisodia sit down with Rob Connelly, Executive Chairman of Henny Penny, a 100% employee-owned food service equipment manufacturer serving the world’s busiest kitchens, from Chick-fil-A to McDonald’s.
Rob shares the remarkable story of how a small-town company became a global leader in innovation while staying true to its purpose: positively impacting people.
From navigating COVID without a single layoff, to pioneering employee ownership through an ESOP model, to cr...
Google’s Gopi Kallayil on Business Strategy in the AI Era
What happens when one of Google’s top AI strategists also happens to be a yogi, author, and self-described “Happy Human”?
In this episode of The Conscious Capitalists’ Summer Series, hosts Timothy Henry and Dev Patnaik speak with Gopi Kallayil, Chief Business Strategist for AI at Google. Together, they explore how businesses can navigate radical uncertainty in an age of exponential technological disruption and why AI should be seen as a tool for human advancement rather than a threat.
From Google’s pivots (“search-first” to “mobile-first” to “AI-first”) to lessons on experimentation, failure, and 10x thinking, Gopi...
How Xapa's Christine Heckart Builds Trust and Psychological Safety in the Age of AI
What happens when AI disruption collides with the urgent need for human-centered leadership?
In this episode of The Conscious Capitalists’ Future-Focused Summer Series, hosts Timothy Henry and Dr. Neha Sangwan are joined by Christine Heckart - tech industry veteran, former CEO of Scalyr, senior executive at Microsoft and Cisco, and now founder of Xapa, an AI-powered leadership development platform. Together, they dive into how leaders can guide their organizations through radical uncertainty, exponential change, and the AI revolution without leaving their people behind.
Christine pulls from 30 years in Silicon Valley to reveal why 90% of AI tr...
How Virgin Voyages and Christopher Stubbs Transformed Work and Purpose at Sea
What does it take to reinvent culture in one of the most tradition-bound industries in the world?
In this episode of The Conscious Capitalists’ Future Focused Summer Series, hosts Timothy Henry and Dustin Shell sit down with Christopher Stubbs, global thought leader in brand strategy and innovation, and the mind behind Virgin Voyages’ award-winning customer experience. Together, they explore how Virgin reimagined not just the cruise experience for customers, but also the culture for its crew - breaking free from outdated norms of hierarchy, tipping systems, and rigid structures.
Chris takes us inside the...
How to Create Companies That Outlast Radical Uncertainty with Humanocracy's Michele Zanini
What happens when bureaucracy — the very operating system of most companies — becomes the biggest barrier to innovation, agility, and human potential?
In this episode of The Conscious Capitalists’ Summer Series, hosts Timothy Henry and Kate Adams speak with Michele Zanini, co-author of the Wall Street Journal bestseller Humanocracy and global expert on management innovation. Together, they explore how organizations can move beyond outdated, control-heavy structures to thrive in a future defined by radical uncertainty, technological disruption, and human ingenuity.
Michele takes us inside bold organizational experiments — from Haier’s micro-enterprise model in China to Buurtzo...
Rethinking Strategy in Radical Uncertainty: Lessons from Patagonia
What happens when a global brand famous for saving the planet from itself decides to challenge the very DNA of corporate leadership?
In this first episode of The Conscious Capitalists’ Summer Series, hosts Timothy Henry and Kate Adams speak with Charles Conn, Chair of Patagonia, co-founder of Monograph, and former senior partner at McKinsey. Together, they explore how conscious enterprises can thrive in a world of radical uncertainty — from geopolitical shocks to disruptive technologies — by rethinking the way leadership works.
Charles takes us inside Patagonia’s approach to leading with purpose, agility, and trust, s...
How Tru Earth's Brad Liski Is Forcing P&G and Unilever to Change
What happens when a startup dares to disrupt Big Soap—and saves over 190 million plastic containers in the process?
In this episode of The Conscious Capitalists, hosts Timothy Henry and Raj Sisodia speak with Brad Liski, co-founder and CEO of Tru Earth, the eco-cleaning company revolutionizing the industry with its ultra-sustainable laundry detergent sheets. Brad shares how a side-of-the-desk idea evolved into a $100M+ global brand by leaning into innovation, empathy, and a relentless drive for impact.
Tru Earth isn’t just selling laundry sheets - they’re building a movement. From redefining succes...
REISSUE: How Shawn Nelson Built Lovesac By Thinking Differently
Check out an episode from earlier this year with Shawn Nelson from Lovesac!
What if your wild idea turned into a $700 million business? In this episode, LoveSac founder and CEO Shawn Nelson shares how he went from building bean bags in his parents’ basement to winning Richard Branson’s Rebel Billionaire, and scaling an industry-disrupting furniture brand rooted in sustainability.
Shawn opens up about the pivotal moments - near-failures, bold pivots, and the breakthrough behind his "Designed for Life" philosophy that's challenging throwaway culture and reshaping how we think about conscious consumption.
Whether you...
Why Vector Logistics' Enrique Alvarez Uses Supply Chains to Change the World
What if every shipment your company made helped change the world?
In this powerful episode of The Conscious Capitalists, hosts Timothy Henry and Raj Sisodia sit down with Enrique Alvarez, Managing Director of Vector Global Logistics, to explore how one logistics company is redefining what it means to lead with purpose—while transforming the supply chain industry from the inside out.
From the aftermath of the global financial crisis to becoming a certified B Corp, Enrique shares how Vector built a results-only work culture that balances radical transparency, entrepreneurial autonomy, and social impact. At...
How a Syrup Brand like Torani Became a Global Flavor Empire with CEO, Melanie Dulbecco
What if scaling your business didn’t mean sacrificing your values?
In this powerful episode of The Conscious Capitalists, hosts Timothy Henry and Raj Sisodia sit down with Melanie Dulbecco, the trailblazing CEO who led Torani from a small, family-owned syrup maker to a global flavor powerhouse—while keeping people, purpose, and culture at the heart of everything.
Over her 34 years as CEO, Melanie redefined what it means to lead with intention. From embedding purpose into the company’s DNA to pioneering people-first practices like employee ownership, strategic learning journeys, and ethical supply chains, her approa...
Why This Billion-Dollar Company Has No Bosses – And It Actually Works with Morningstar's Doug Kirkpatrick
What happens when an organization removes all managers—and proves that freedom and accountability can thrive together?
In this episode of The Conscious Capitalists, hosts Timothy Henry and Raj Sisodia sit down with Doug Kirkpatrick, founding financial controller at Morningstar—the world’s largest tomato processor—and a leading voice in the global movement for organizational self-management.
Doug shares how Morningstar eliminated traditional hierarchies to build a self-managed system rooted in clarity, trust, and purpose. Drawing from his early experience that ignited a lifelong questioning of authority, Doug walks us through the foundational principles that continue...
How This Beauty Packaging Brand Is Disrupting the Industry for Good with Quadpack's Tim Eaves
What happens when a business puts purpose before profit—and proves that the two can grow together? In this episode of The Conscious Capitalists, hosts Timothy Henry and Raj Sisodia sit down with Tim Eaves, co-founder and CEO of Quad Pack, a global beauty packaging company redefining industry norms through radical collaboration, sustainability, and conscious leadership.
Tim shares how Quad Pack grew from a small packaging operation in 2003 to a B Corp-certified global manufacturer, all while holding fast to a mission of doing business differently. From fostering industry-wide cooperation to driving forward eco-innovation and launching the Quad Pa...
What Enron, Layoffs & Love Taught CEO of Improving, Curtis Hite
What happens when you combine trust, tech, and a deep commitment to doing business the right way? You get Curtis Hite, CEO and Chairman of Improving, a software consulting company that’s turning heads—not just for their tech chops, but for how they treat people.
In this episode of The Conscious Capitalists, Timothy Henry and Raj Sisodia chat with Curtis about his inspiring journey from the high-stakes world of Enron to becoming a champion of Conscious Capitalism. He shares how a few key moments—including a powerful Speed of Trust event and attending the Conscious Capitalism CEO Su...
Why Customer Trust Is the New Currency with Sonya Gafsi-Oblisk
For Sonya Gafsi-Oblisk, business has never just been about what's on the shelves—it’s about creating real connections, building trust, and staying true to a higher purpose. As Chief Merchandising and Marketing Officer at Whole Foods Market, Sonya brings a modern, customer-first perspective to one of the world’s most iconic conscious brands.
In this episode, Sonya walks us through her career journey—from the high-energy environments of PepsiCo and Walmart to her leadership role at Whole Foods. She shares what it truly means to put customers—and the planet—at the center of every decision. From their u...
Bob and Michelle Fish on Brewing a Purpose-Driven Future at Biggby Coffee
Can a coffee company become a force for human dignity, equity, and global transformation?
Bob and Michelle Fish of Biggby Coffee share how they turned a moment of internal reckoning into a bold reimagining of their entire business. What began as a thriving franchise built on smiles and slogans took a sharp turn when they realized that their “happy culture” lacked depth—and impact. That wake-up call led them to embrace conscious capitalism as a way of doing business with integrity. Bob and Michelle walk us through the evolution of their mission—from chasing growth to centering relation...
How Paul Rice Took Fair Trade USA from Idea to Global Movement
For Paul Rice, ethical business isn’t just an ideal—it’s a movement that reshapes industries, empowers farmers, and transforms global supply chains. As the founder of Fair Trade USA, he has spent decades championing conscious consumerism, proving that profit and purpose can go hand in hand.
In this episode, Paul takes us on a journey through the origins of Fair Trade USA, sharing his firsthand experiences in Nicaragua that shaped his vision. He explores the philosophy and certification process behind Fair Trade, the complexities of working with major corporations like Starbucks, and the crucial role of con...
Why Elina Teboul Believes Great Leaders Balance Masculine and Feminine Energy
For Elina Teboul, leadership isn’t just about strategy—it’s about embracing the full spectrum of human intelligence to drive innovation, build psychological safety, and foster inclusive workplaces. In her new book, Feminine Intelligence, she reveals how integrating both feminine and masculine traits can unlock creativity, enhance decision-making, and create more resilient business leaders.
She dives into the resistance to feminine intelligence, the historical roots of gendered leadership styles, and why balancing these energies is crucial for navigating uncertainty in today’s fast-changing world. Teboul also explores the power of conscious leadership—leaders who can manage fear, insp...
When Matthew O’Hayer Knew Vital Farms Would Change the Industry
What does it take to build over 50 companies while staying true to purpose-driven business principles?
For Matthew O’Hayer, entrepreneurship isn’t just about business success—it’s about passion, purpose, and making a meaningful impact. Matt shares how a simple observation on his farm—watching free-range chickens thrive—led to the creation of a company that prioritizes humane treatment, ethical sourcing, and superior-quality eggs at Vital Farms.
He dives into the challenges of scaling a purpose-driven business, the importance of trust with stakeholders, and how conscious capitalism has shaped his approach to leadership. Beyond business, Ma...
How Shane Jackson Built a Healthcare Empire with Heart
Imagine leading a company that serves over 10 million patients annually—while ensuring it remains one of the best places to work.
For Shane Jackson, President of Jackson Healthcare, purpose and conscious leadership aren’t just ideals—they’re at the heart of his business. In this episode, Shane shares how aligning personal values with organizational culture has driven Jackson Healthcare’s success.
He also dives into his latest book, This is the Thing about Life, Joy, and Owning Your Purpose, which explores finding joy through purpose—starting with a powerful reflection on mortality. Plus, he rev...
How Shawn Nelson Built LoveSac by Thinking Differently
Imagine starting a business in your parents’ basement, winning Richard Branson’s Rebel Billionaire, and then turning your crazy idea—giant, overstuffed bean bags—into a $700 million furniture empire. Sounds like a movie, right? But for Shawn Nelson, it was just the beginning.
He shares the highs, the lows, and the “what-was-I-thinking” moments that shaped LoveSac’s success, from near disasters to game-changing breakthroughs. Plus, he reveals how his ‘Designed for Life’ philosophy is shaking up an industry built on disposable furniture.
If you love stories about bold ideas, big risks, and building a business that actually makes...
