Boardroom Alpha's team talks to the public company and SPAC leaders that are driving return for shareholders, delivering on ESG promises, and more.
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Laniesha David talks all things sports related from athletes to entertainers.
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Call her a unicorn. A driven career woman who takes her work seriously - but never herself. A textbook definition of a sexpot - but with more interest in destroying everyone in her all-male fantasy football leagues than getting caught up in the dating scene. In short: Nicole Adamo (@nickilishious) - media personality and publicist/marketing agent to some of your favorite professional athletes and entertainers -is an unfiltered alpha female for the new millennium that everyone can relate to, ...
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Pull up a chair, sit at the table and light a cigar… We will deal with real manhood conversations about the boardroom, bedroom and the block. You’ve wanted to face the real, raw, and relevant… the things no one’s talking about but you’re living everyday We weren’t invited to the table so we created our own table. This is OUR space! Tune in weekly as we give you space to hear from some of the dopest brothers around! You’ll be both celebrated and challenged. Rated: Not for Little Boys Powered ...
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Most sane people have given up hope that the finance industry can be a catalyst for positive change, but not Sloane Ortel and Ashby Monk. Since Free Money launched in 2019, they have helped listeners understand the true power (and immense potential) of long-term investing through accessible, authoritative, and deeply irreverent conversations with others pushing for progress. In the process, they’ve helped literally dozens of listeners understand root causes of the industry’s misalignment wit ...
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Wow! We were fortunate enough to have had Joachim Klement join our most recent episode. This one is jam-packed with a variety of topics which range from structural differences in growth between Europe and the U.S to Joachim's fascinating concept of industry "Cassandras". Plus, we have even more Free Money to offer, including the usual beloved bante…
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This carbon special featuring Mark Campanale is one you don't want to miss - we discuss peak oil, Mark's vision for the carbon market, and whether it's reasonable to rely on the carbon market as the catalyst for change. Definitely one for the books. We also answer some exciting questions from our lovely listeners, offer gardening tips galore, and s…
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What an exciting show for our LAST episode of the year! We were joined by Bahar Baharloo, who was Sloane's roommate during her time in the McKibbin lofts of Brooklyn. Their experience as an intimacy coordinator gives us some amazing insight into consent and how it applies to the governance and approval we encounter in investment decision making. As…
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Hop in folks, this train is headed to Brakkestan! We were fortunate enough to meet up with Tom Brakke, one of the keepers of the flame in active independent investment management. We talk about what innovation really is, due diligence in the manager selection process, and more. Ashby's whereabouts on January 6th are also discussed, and if you'd lik…
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Today we're joined by Bill Burckart and Megan Kashner of Colorful Capital, both of whom are professors of impact investing (Columbia and Northwestern) as well as co-founders of the venture firm focused on the LGBT community. We hear from them on why the firm is necessary, how they've gone about trying to access the people they're trying to reach, a…
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"Hey kings, this is 'Unshackled Allegiances: Beyond the Party Lines.' Ever felt like you’re just a pawn in the political game? It's time to flip the script. Dive deep into the history tying Black men to political parties and ask if they’ve truly had our backs. Feeling trapped in the loyalty game? Why settle? You’ve got power, and it ain't just abou…
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This one's nearly a year old - but still filled with the usual gold. It honestly didn't come as a shock to us that modern American accounting practices are deeply rooted in slavery (nothing shocks us anymore). But in order to further wrap our heads around this insane concept, we spent some time chatting with Caitlin Rosenthal, historian of business…
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Perhaps this episode could be a great business case for not hating yourself. It's amazing when you look at what you bring to the table at work as a truly happy person, which in Maeve's case was a result of coming out. Join the crew as we discuss what it was like for her coming out at Goldman Sachs, real experiences of what it's like to be trans in …
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Augmenting the Efficiency of Indian Agriculture with Ruchit Garg of the Harvesting Farmer Network
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AI, research, and farming? Oh my! On today's episode, we're joined by Ruchit Garg, who is working to build a much more efficient market for agricultural goods in India. We also discuss ancient spreadsheets, whether or not AI will ever have a material impact on institutional investment decisions, and the general vibes this lunar cycle.…
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Podcast Summary Welcome to The Grown Man Shit Podcast Episode #11 "Unleashing the Honorable Alpha: A Real Talk on Accountability". This episode challenges the status quo of masculinity, forcing an introspective look at character and personal growth. Join us as we navigate these demanding waters with our esteemed guest, Cory L. Hughes, who expertly …
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Episode Summary: In this enlightening episode, we delve into the true essence of love as defined by the "intentional and willful extension of oneself for the purposes of nurturing one's own and/or another's spiritual maturity". We start by unpacking this profound definition, shedding light on the true depth and dimensions of love beyond mere sentim…
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Podcast SummaryWelcome to "Unleashing Your Business Potential with our Chief Ops Guru" Dr. Leroy McKenzie Jr. on the Grown Man Shit podcast, where in this episode, we dive deep into the world of business systems and the transformative impact they can have on your entrepreneurial journey. In this candid and empowering episode, Dr. McKenzie Jr. share…
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See - we told you we weren't dead! Our guest in this episode is...nonexistent (thanks to a typical tech error). That said, we're thrilled to get back in the swing of things and to be able to offer our listeners the usual flow of banter, news, jokes, and as always, a gardening tip. Our conversation in this episode touches upon an exciting change in …
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Podcast Summary In this captivating episode of The Grown Man Shit Podcast" "Character Matters," we sit down with Lavon Lewis, a renowned expert in branding and marketing and we talk about how personal development and leadership impact branding, marketing and relationships. Join us as we delve into a thought-provoking discussion on the profound infl…
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Episode Summary: Welcome to The Grown Man Shit Podcast, where we dive deep into the raw and unfiltered realities of success. In this episode, we have a special guest, the one and only Bishop Greg Davis. Brace yourself, because we're about to uncover the unseen price of success. Bishop Greg Davis fearlessly bares it all as he shares the sacrifices h…
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Episode Summary: In this adrenaline-fueled episode, we uncover the extraordinary journey of Marquel Russell, once a notorious street hustler, now a groundbreaking business powerhouse. Leaving the treacherous drug trade behind, Marquel has leveraged the strategies that once ruled the underground, transforming them into legitimate, lucrative marketin…
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Episode Summary: In this riveting episode of "Self-Made Men", host Dee Brown dives deep with special guest Donald Morton. A titan in the industry, Morton rose from humble beginnings to carve a niche for himself, embodying the essence of a self-made man. Through sweat, grit, and unyielding resolve, he hewed a path from obscurity to the pinnacle of h…
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Episode Summary: "We all have 24 hours in a day. The question is not whether you have time or not. The question is how you manage your time. Men lose 3% of bone density annually" - Walter SellersAs Black Men, life can be a constant hustle, with demands pulling us in every direction. But let me tell you, finding that sweet spot of world-life fitness…
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Episode SummaryWarning!"Behavioral finance challenges people. It's a conversation about owning your own behaviors that impact your financial decision making. To do so, you've gotta do a deep dive into yourself and be honest. Black n Brown families tend to be closed minded. It's difficult to get through the fear, so we say sh*t like "they don't want…
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“Men need a lap that is soft enough to catch his tears and solid enough to keep his secrets” - Michael Claiborne Episode SummaryThe little boy , Linus, from the Peanuts needed a safety blanket. He needed something to make him feel secure. He needed something that he could hold onto and rest in being there for him at his most transparent moments. La…
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"Character is not just telling the truth. It's also the capacity to face the adverse realities" - Donald Morton Episode Summary This episode is powered by The ReManned Book What do you do when multiple things hit you at once and one of those things is Cancer? Your next level is locked up in facing your difficult present. Difficulties are a part of …
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2023 Shareholder Activism and Universal Proxy Update with Michael R. Levin, The Activist Investor
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Activism is once again front and center in the news lately with several high-profile situations taking the spotlight, from Trian and Disney (DIS) to Elliott and Salesforce (CRM). Thus it was timely to sit down with one of the experts in the activist landscape Michael R. Levin, founder of The Activist Investor and experienced board director and inve…
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In the latest episode of Know Who Drives Return we sit down with Aria Glasgow, who leads AON's ESG Advisory practice. In her role Aria helps advise companies understand and prioritize their ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) risks. As ESG continues to become top of mind for corporates, Aria discusses several areas that companies should be conc…
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Some things are more important than beating the market. That's particularly true when it comes to managing a pension fund. In this episode, we chat with NYC BERS' Sandy Rich about what he's done over the past seven years to streamline decisionmaking, clarify the term structure of his fund's liabilities, and build a talented internal team. Note: Thi…
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Boardroom Alpha's David Drapkin is joined by Korn Ferry's Anthony Goodman a lively discussion on board effectiveness, the SEC's new universal proxy card rules, and more. In an era where board scrutiny and accountability are at an all-time high, board evaluations are of the utmost importance. In addition, a renewed focus on the evaluations of indivi…
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Sam Zaid , CEO of Getaround, is a technology entrepreneur with an engineering background and a 15 year history in startups. Getaround is a peer to peer carsharing company, that Sam founded about 10 years ago to solve the problem of underutilized cars. Sam joins David Drapkin on the Know Who Drives Return podcast to discuss the macro trends in car o…
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Our guest in this episode is Mary Childs, The author of The Bond King, a look at the life and legacy of PIMCO founder, Bill Gross, the unusual organization that he built, and the fixed income market that he came to dominate. Our conversation starts by talking about why stocks are dumb, the elements of operational alpha that made PIMCO what it is, a…
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Bruce Goldfarb, CEO of Okapi Partners, joins David Drapkin to discuss the newly implement Universal Proxy Card process. Bruce and David discuss the changes and impacts including: How we got here and overview of changes? Will universal proxy leads to more activism? What it means for individual directors Are there any ESG or DEI implications? Who are…
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Finding the Funding to Fix Climate Change with Enduring Planet’s Dimitry Gershenson and Erin Davis
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How much money is needed to keep climate change under 1.5 degrees celsius, how much is currently available, and how much more money needs to be found after the passage of the inflation protection act? We talk with Dimitry Gershenson and Erin Davis, co-founders of the climate-centric lending platform Enduring Planet, to get the skinny. The conversat…
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Ajay Kochar is the co-founder, President, and CEO of lithium ion battery recycling company Li-Cycle (LICY). An engineering expert in the field, Ajay and his co-founder, Tim Johnston, set out to solve the problem of battery recycling as the proliferation of lithium ion has exploded (in large part thanks to EVs). Read more at: https://www.boardroomal…
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CDs, DVDs, & Vinyl are Still Big Money with Alliance Entertainment's Bruce Ogilvie & Jeff Walker
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Boardroom Alhpa's David Drapkin talks to Bruce Ogilvie (Chairman) and Jeff Walker (CEO) from Alliance Entertainment. Both have long history in entertainment distribution industry. Their current company, Alliance Entertainment, has struck a deal to go public via Adara Acquisition Corp. (ADRA). Alliance is a distributor, buying physical entertainment…
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Join David Drapkin as he speaks to Westrock Coffee CEO Scott Ford. Westrock Coffee is going public company via a $1.1B deal with Riverview Acquisition Corporation (RVAC). ** Watch the video or read the report由Boardroom Alpha
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Franklin Templeton's Ben Meng joins us to talk about why capital markets need carbon pricing to function properly, how litigation risks prevent companies from making certain disclosures, and why investment professionals need to use their imagination to get ahead of the climate crisis. That conversation starts about seventeen minutes into the episod…
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With tech valuations hammered by rising internet rates, stepping inflation and of course recession fears, we continue to sift through the wreckage for stocks that offer a combination of value and growth. One area that's proven to be a safe haven in the storm: enterprise software. But, for investors who balk at stocks like IBM and HPE, there are ple…
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If you’re like most people, you may not have realized that fish farm finance is somewhat unfixed at the moment. We talk with Scoot Science CIO Grant Cavanaugh about why that is.由Sloane Ortel
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Garrett Smallwood, CEO of Wag! explains why the pet care segment is immune to inflationary fears and poised for post-pandemic growth. Garret joins Joanna Makris on the Know Who Drives Return podcast to go deep on his business and why it might be one of a few SPACs to perform post merger. Watch all the Know Who Drives Return podcast episodes: https:…
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What could a new mechanism for municipal funding unlock, and why is it neccessary? We speak with Tammie Arnold, a fixed-income veteran and the founder of AlphaLedger, to find out.由Sloane Ortel
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AMZN stock is performing, but are warehouse workers paying the price? We talk to Assistant NYC Comptroller Michael Garland on the NYC Pension Funds' move to unseat two Amazon board members responsible for human capital management at the tech giant. Joanna Makris and the Boardroom Alpha team sit down with Assistant NYC Comptroller Michael Garland ab…
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How Not To Exacerbate Income Inequality (With Delilah Rothenberg of the Predistribution Initiative)
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On this episode, we’re joined by Delilah Rothenberg of the Predistribution initiative. Her work focuses on reimagining investment structures to promote sustainability through stronger long-term alignment between asset managers and their clients. That conversation starts about thirteen minutes into the episode.…
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Voltus is gearing up for a $1.3B SPAC IPO in the coming months. We chat with CEO Gregg Dixon, who shares how the company is leading the charge to decentralize, decarbonize and digitize our energy resources. Our latest podcast gets an up close look at a company that’s at the center of the green energy movement and an interesting name on our radar as…
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Did Activision Blizzard’s Governance Failures Lead to a Quick, Cheap Sale to Microsoft, with Richard Clayton
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Boardroom Alpha talks with Richard Clayton, Director of Research at the Strategic Organizing Center (SOC) Investment Group, walks listeners through how Activision's governance issues may have hurt shareholders as the proposed $68.7B takeover by Microsoft get's voted on this Thursday. Read the full report and watch the interview: https://www.boardro…
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Are public companies really leaning in to a more suitable, socially responsible future? Boardroom Alpha sat down with Andy Behar, CEO of non-profit shareholder advocacy organization As You Sow, to discuss some of the key ESG issues investment managers are tackling today. Read the full report: https://www.boardroomalpha.com/andrew-behar-as-you-sow-e…
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John Bissell and Rich Riley, co-CEOs of Origin Materials (ORGN), on the future of bioplastics
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With the movement toward net zero emissions well underway, we continue to take a closer look at the companies that are at the center of this sea change. Our exploration into bioplastics technology continues with our latest podcast. Boardroom Alpha sat down with John Bissell and Rich Riley, co-CEOs of Origin Materials (ORGN). Read the full report: h…
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Boardroom Alpha talks to Steve Croskrey, CEO of Danimer Scientific (DNMR), on why bioplastics technology is ready for takeoff and how the company is moving the world toward a carbon negative future. Read the Danimer Scientific report: https://www.boardroomalpha.com/danimer-ceo-podcast-steve-croskrey-plastic-pollution See all of Boardroom Alpha's Kn…
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Boardroom Alpha sat down with Jon Sabes, CEO of FOXO Technologies. FOXO is an interesting SPAC on our radar, having announced in February an agreement to merge with sponsor Delwinds Insurance Acquisition Corp. (DWIN) in a deal that values the company at an enterprise value of $369 million. The transaction is expected to be completed in Q2. Listen a…
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Plenty of institutional investors are making net zero commitments, but what do they actually mean? In this episode, we chat to Kristy Jenkinson, CalSTRS' Head of Sustainable Investment and Stewardship Strategies, about what these commitments mean to an organization that has been a recognized leader in the ESG movement since 2004. That conversation …
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How can financial advisers figure out what clients really want? We're zooming in on that question in this episode with Stacey Kline of Otto Intelligence. She’s built a behavioral questionnaire that helps advisers discover their clients’ detailed preferences and build portfolios that suit them. That conversation starts about 17 minutes into this epi…
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Are carbon offsets a viable tool to help us build a more sustainable world? Lars Kroijer says so. He's a recovering hedge fund manager who got mixed up in the carbon offset market a few years ago. The conversation starts after the news (about 22 minutes into the episode.)由Sloane Ortel
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Satellogic, founded in 2010 by Emiliano Kargieman and Gerardo Richarte, is a vertically integrated geospatial company. The company operates a 17-satellite imagery constellation. Their mission is touted as “Democratizing access to critical geospatial data” which they do via their satellite images and analytics. Emiliano sits down with David Drapkin …
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