Re:Think Podcast

22/11/2022

➡️"The UAE is kind of forging ahead in all sorts of Wellness sort of metrics and wellness initiatives. It recently launched a national helpline for mental health based out of Abu Dhabi. At the beginning of the year.

➡️It became one of the first nations on the planet to kind of abandon the five-day week for the 4.5-day working week.

➡️They've already been to Davos reporting some of the initial findings which are decreased absenteeism and decreased presentism which is more expensive than absenteeism to businesses - this is something that CEOs and c-suites don't sometimes get - increasing productivity and an increase in the kind of staff staying, shall we say that attrition. Here the public sector is leading and actually, the narrative keeps getting louder to the private sector which is this is the train that's coming down the tracks.

➡️UAE is not rowing back on the well-being of its people it wants to attract the brightest and the best from around the world to the UAE.

➡️So, from an economic point of view, from a very sort of the almost selfish economic point of view, there is no marketing win for the UE to go backward in terms of Wellness. So, they've sent a really clear message to the private sector that is getting on board with this.

➡️ Scott Armstrong, mental health advocate with more than 30 years of experience as a journalist, editor, former editor-in-chief of Arabian Business magazine, and strategic communications consultant believes in the power of storytelling and content to reach and inspire people."

- Scott Armstrong founder of mentl, a platform with a mission to open up the conversation on mental health by being a trusted platform for leading content, expert resources, bespoke research, and progressive advocacy

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02/11/2022

☑️ Re: Think. Talks That Matter podcast is announcing a new season with more special guests, thought leadership, and insights, alongside best practices and local and global innovations, presenting solutions and inspiring sustainable development action.

☑️ Re: Think podcast’s mission is to inspire action and accelerate transitions to sustainable business models, inspire companies to reduce their negative impacts while enhancing their positive contribution to the Sustainable Development Agenda, and integrate ESG principles in their business.

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01/11/2022

➡️ ”So many different technologies are ready now to be scaled, so we go and do that. But then do we know that if I didn't put those things in there, what is my baseline? We need to start to measure the baseline on not just each building by building, but the aggregate.

➡️ What is Dubai, for example, have for a carbonization footprint in a building footprint, what does Brazil or London or New York City or Vancouver, Canada? All of these cities that have a mandate need to start to think like that. The municipality needs to be able to request and be able, so again it boils down to policy and reporting.

➡️These types of reporting mechanisms not only are they lend themselves quite nicely to AI but also give us you know global leadership data that others can follow. Countries that do have a net zero mandate should be using tools and integrating tools such as AI to be able to show that movement of the needle, capture that data, and have an open source platform that globally shows because it will come down to that.

➡️Each country globally will have its responsibility, because if one is really a big emitter and the other one is a net zero, or a negative carbon output which is amazing, then how do we balance that right? It's not fair that one gets penalized, that everybody gets penalized the same when one is actually really putting in an effort and the other ones are not. AI I think lends itself to really that measuring tool in that data capture that we all need. ” – Damarys Zampini, Global Advisor Europe / LATAM, Ignite Impact Partners Fund

☑️Damarys has held extensive roles in Energy, business dev, and commercialization of large-scale projects worldwide. As CEO of SUSTRATEGY, Damarys builds and implements strategic growth plans for clients, working with innovative leaders to maximize cash flow while realizing their global potential including SaaS, AI, Blockchain, and Cleantech. Enabling inclusion and inspiring diversity is deeply in her DNA, as she co-founded Women in Energy, Women in Blockchain, and The Future of Energy & Youth Education program.

☑️Ignite Impact Partners Fund builds capital stack plans and acts as the financial catalyst for Climate Impact through our proven team and syndicate partners, bringing together ROI and social ROI.

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26/10/2022

”In 2022, debating whether to incorporate sustainability into your business core strategy is no longer an option. Paying attention to environmental, social, and governance (ESG) issues is becoming increasingly critical for all companies across all industries. At the same time, organisations worldwide need a new form of leadership development that helps them to reframe their purpose, strategy, and culture. Each episode of the Re: Think podcast gives you access to the new thinkers transforming the world of business today, and the talks that matter.” - Nicoleta Talpes, Host of the Re: Think Podcast.

☑️ Re: Think podcast’s mission is to inspire action and accelerate transitions to sustainable business models, inspire companies to reduce their negative impacts while enhancing their positive contribution to the Sustainable Development Agenda, and integrate ESG principles in their business.

☑️ Watch all episodes at: rethink-podcast.com

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19/10/2022

Re:Think is not another marketing tool but an introspection exercise, an extension of the dialog that the UAE has already started and we invite you all to join. We believe that the way we are approaching ESG and sustainability as individuals, society, and businesses will define our legacy. – Casandra Lidel, Chief Marketing Officer, The Private Investment Group.

☑️ Re: Think podcast’s mission is to inspire action and accelerate transitions to sustainable business models, inspire companies to reduce their negative impacts while enhancing their positive contribution to the Sustainable Development Agenda, and integrate ESG principles in their business.
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12/10/2022

05/10/2022

☑️ Re: Think. Talks That Matter podcast is announcing a new season with more special guests, thought leadership, and insights, alongside best practices and local and global innovations, presenting solutions and inspiring sustainable development action.

☑️ Re: Think podcast’s mission is to inspire action and accelerate transitions to sustainable business models, inspire companies to reduce their negative impacts while enhancing their positive contribution to the Sustainable Development Agenda, and integrate ESG principles in their business.
☑️ Watch all episodes at: rethink-podcast.com

☑️ Listen available on podcast platforms: Apple Podcast, Google Podcast, Spotify

28/09/2022

☑️Connecting Impact Investors with Social Enterprises is the episode opening :ThinkPodcast new season, talks that matter about social entrepreneurship, philanthropy, woman entrepreneurs, social impact investing, ESG, woman empowerment, and microfinancing with Sheetal Mehta Walsh, Global Advisor, Ignite Impact Partners Fund.
☑️ The new reality given by the existing global crisis has triggered a reconsideration of several beliefs in the business world. Sustainability has become more than a common term. Its integration in every business decision regarding the development of a company is now a global trend to which more and more leaders from all fields are trying to apply a new way of doing business.

☑️ Sheetal has 25+ years of experience in tech and global investments, having worked with over 1,000 global companies across multiple industries as a founder, investor, and board member. Her past responsibilities include the creation and global implementation of Microsoft’s first VC Relations business for Bill Gates; being appointed Deal Maker for the British Government to advise and secure funding of GBP 1 billion for 900 companies worldwide; and founding Shanti Life, an organisation that has impacted thousands of women, through financial inclusion, to become leaders themselves. Sheetal’s highly coveted skill set has also put her in the seat of Senior Advisor for the UoA’s innovation fund. Her wide and diverse network provides deep global reach to solve our planet’s biggest obstacles and scale businesses.

☑️ Ignite Impact Partners Fund builds capital stack plans and acts as the financial catalyst for Climate Impact through our proven team and syndicate partners, bringing together ROI and social ROI.

☑️ Re:Think podcast’s mission is to inspire action and accelerate transitions to sustainable business models, inspire companies to reduce their negative impacts while enhancing their positive contribution to the Sustainable Development Agenda, and integrate ESG principles in their business.

☑️ Find out more: rethink-podcast.com



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☑️ The new reality given by the existing global crisis has triggered a reconsideration of several beliefs in the business world. Sustainability has become mo...

21/09/2022

☑️”Connecting impact investors with social enterprises” is the first episode of the second season, covering subjects like social entrepreneurship, philanthropy, woman entrepreneurs, social impact investing, ESG, woman empowerment, and micro financing with Sheetal Mehta Walsh, Global Advisor, Ignite Impact Partners Fund. The premiere of the episode is scheduled to be broadcast live on September 27.

☑️ The new reality given by the existing global crisis has triggered a reconsideration of several beliefs in the business world. Sustainability has become more than a common term. Its integration in every business decision regarding the development of a company is now a global trend to which more and more leaders from all fields are trying to apply a new way of doing business.

☑️ Connecting impact investors with social enterprises is the episode opening Re:Think Podcast ’s second season, talks that matter about social entrepreneurship, philanthropy, woman entrepreneurs, social impact investing, ESG, woman empowerment, and microfinancing with Sheetal Mehta Walsh, Global Advisor, Ignite Impact Partners Fund.

☑️Sheetal has 25+ years of experience in tech and global investments, having worked with over 1,000 global companies across multiple industries as a founder, investor, and board member. Her past responsibilities include the creation and global implementation of Microsoft’s first VC Relations business for Bill Gates; being appointed Deal Maker for the British Government to advise and secure funding of GBP 1 billion for 900 companies worldwide; and founding Shanti Life, an organisation that has impacted thousands of women, through financial inclusion, to become leaders themselves. Sheetal’s highly coveted skill set has also put her in the seat of Senior Advisor for the UoA’s innovation fund. Her wide and diverse network provides deep global reach to solve our planet’s biggest obstacles and scale businesses.

☑️Ignite Impact Partners Fund builds capital stack plans and acts as the financial catalyst for Climate Impact through our proven team and syndicate partners, bringing together ROI and social ROI.

☑️ The premiere of the episode is scheduled to be broadcast live on September 27.

☑️Re:Think podcast’s mission is to inspire action and accelerate transitions to sustainable business models, inspire companies to reduce their negative impacts while enhancing their positive contribution to the Sustainable Development Agenda, and integrate ESG principles in their business.

☑️Watch the live broadcast on The Private Investment Group LinkedIn Live, Re:Think YouTube Channel and on www.rethink-podcast.com

31/08/2022

☑️In Episode 9 of the Re:Think Podcast "Why do Companies with Sustainable Business Practices Succeed?" our host Nicoleta Talpes is joined by Joanna M. Pydo, Investor Relations, and ESG Strategist for a discussion about sustainable companies, sustainable business practices, ESG data.

☑️In today’s business world, being responsible for the environment and society is no longer an optional extra. When it comes to the attributes we value in companies, sustainability is moving higher and higher. What lies at the heart of sustainably conscious companies? Why do Companies with Sustainable Business Practices Succeed?

☑️ “If you want to be more than usual business, and you want to be a sustainable business, you need to have all three pillars: economic, social, and governance integrated into your business, to be successful and to differentiate yourself from the competition.

☑️But there need to be all three, not one of them, neither or …the company will say” will do this but we won’t do that”. You need to set into your strategy all three pillars, but in order to have that, you need all the information, you need data, and you need to collect the data from the company. “

☑️Joanna Pydo is an Investor Relations, ESG Strategist, Trusted Advisor to Board Members and Owners with 15 years of capital markets experience in the following sectors: technology (software – SaaS, TSL, IoT, Blockchain, Fintech, Gaming), ICT distribution, energy/utilities (RES, energy distribution), wood-based panel industry and building materials, minerals and mining, healthcare (Medtech and Healthcare Services), real-estate (residentials), Private Equity and Private Debt. She has management experience with international multi-entity structures and has engaged in numerous IPO, SPO, M&A, debt issuance, and refinancing transactions.

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30/08/2022

☑️In Episode 8 of the Re:Think Podcast "Employee Engagement, What Else?" our host Nicoleta Talpes is joined by Inge Van Belle, Co-Founder of Herculean Alliance, a Duval Union member for a discussion about mental health, companies’ culture, communication, leadership, sustainability knowledge, and competence within the company, the book ”Employee Engagement, What Else?”

☑️ Inge van Belle is the Co-founder of Herculean Alliance MEA Alliance, the Belgium and UAE-based organisation that specializes in employee engagement. Inge has been active in 10 countries advising organizations to tackle the challenge of disengaged employees.

☑️ “We identified these 12 drivers of engagement going from, let’s say purpose, mission statement, learning, and development, compensational benefits, diversity, and all these different elements. When you at look what drives engagement in your specific organization, we can’t say in advance what it would be, because every organization, every nationality, and every background is different.

☑️ So, we first need to see which are the main drivers in your specific organization, and then, once we identified these specific drivers in your organization, we need to see how we can work on them.

☑️ We developed a lot of case studies in the book, and we’ve talked with a lot of experts that are really going deeper, diving deeper into these 12 drivers to actually make it very tangible for our audience, for our readers. “

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25/08/2022

☑️ In Episode 7 of Re:Think Podcast: “Water is the new gold: How Businesses and Society Can Address The Water Scarcity Crisis” our host Nicoleta Talpes is joined by Edurne Gil de San Vicente, Program Manager, and Sustainability Enabler at Water Alliance UAE.

☑️ Join us for a discussion on How does water scarcity affects businesses? What is the impact of these water crises? What is the role of awareness-raising campaigns? What is the role of awareness-raising campaigns? How is UAE rethinking the use of resources?

☑️ “At Water Alliance, we love to say that” water is the new gold” and McKenzie (study) seems to agree with that. So, water is really a human and business priority and water risk, water scarcity can impact businesses on their direct operations and in their value chain as well.

☑️As water stress grows, they will be experiencing business and experiencing risk in many forms and I’m going to explain a few of them. For instance, there is the most obvious is the physical risk that can be critical and costly when there is no water, or the water is not fit for use, then you cannot continue your operations.”

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