In today’s episode, I want to tackle something I’m hearing a lot: “We should be doing something with AI… right?” And while that instinct isn’t wrong, here’s the truth—AI is not a magic wand. If your internal processes are unclear, messy, or simply broken, AI is only going to make that mess move faster. So, before you jump into pilots, tools, or strategies, let’s talk about your delivery model. What is it? Why does it matter? And how do you know if your process is actually broken, or just stra...
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In today’s episode, I want to tackle something I’m hearing a lot: “We should be doing something with AI… right?” And while that instinct isn’t wrong, here’s the truth—AI is not a magic wand. If your internal processes are unclear, messy, or simply broken, AI is only going to make that mess move faster. So, before you jump into pilots, tools, or strategies, let’s talk about your delivery model. What is it? Why does it matter? And how do you know if your process is actually broken, or just stra...
In today’s episode, I want to tackle something I’m hearing a lot: “We should be doing something with AI… right?” And while that instinct isn’t wrong, here’s the truth—AI is not a magic wand. If your internal processes are unclear, messy, or simply broken, AI is only going to make that mess move faster. So, before you jump into pilots, tools, or strategies, let’s talk about your delivery model. What is it? Why does it matter? And how do you know if your process is actually broken, or just stra...
Hello, it’s Eloisa! I am back with new solo episodes, and I am really excited to kick things off with a topic that keeps coming up in so many conversations lately: AI. After a recent keynote, I was flooded with the same question over and over: Should I even jump on the AI bandwagon? Everywhere we turn, someone is talking about AI. Some folks are diving in headfirst, while others are more hesitant and unsure about how, or even if, it fits into their organization. In this episode, I’m br...
Hey there! In this episode of Roots of Sustainable Impact, I had the pleasure of speaking with Eric Magers — an educator, entrepreneur, and environmental champion who’s been on a mission to connect STEM education with real-world sustainability solutions. We dive deep into how he’s doing just that through his two organizations: Seaside Sustainability and the National STEM Honor Society. Eric shared how he got his start (including a sweet Earth Day story involving his mom!), and how his p...
In this episode, I sit down with my friend and fellow industrial engineer, Rob Carr, to dive into a concept that’s more important than ever: Relevant Leadership. Rob has spent his career helping overwhelmed executives navigate change, and through his work, he’s developed a powerful framework for staying attuned to the evolving needs of organizations, employees, and the world around us. Here’s what we explore in this episode: ✅ What is Relevant Leadership? And why does it matter now more...
Hey there, it's Eloisa! Welcome back to Roots of Sustainable Impact. This episode is packed with energy, insight, and community-driven innovation. I had the pleasure of chatting with Leroy Brown from Opportunity Hub (OHUB) in New Orleans. We dive deep into why community is a superpower and how building an ecosystem with culture at its core creates a real, lasting impact. Leroy shares how OHUB supports Black and Brown founders, incubating over 100 businesses and funding multiple p...
In this episode, we’re diving into an issue that’s often overlooked but has a massive impact—sustainability in healthcare. I’m joined by Dr. Cassandra Thiel, an assistant professor at NYU Langone Health and founder of Clinically Sustainable Consulting. Cassie brings a fascinating perspective to this conversation, blending her background in engineering with her research on the environmental footprint of healthcare systems. We get into the nitty-gritty of why hospitals generate so much waste, w...
Hey everyone, welcome back to Roots of Sustainable Impact. Today’s episode is a little different. I just wanted to take a moment to acknowledge the changes happening in the U.S. right now. With a new administration comes shifts in policies—some of which directly impact the work we do in sustainability and social equity. I know that for many of us, these changes can feel discouraging. It’s easy to feel anxious or even powerless. But I want to remind you: you are doing important work. The impac...
Hi friends, Eloisa here! In today’s episode of Roots of Sustainable Impact, we’re tackling a topic that’s both exciting and challenging: scaling without chaos. Growth is thrilling, especially when your demand is skyrocketing, but let’s be honest—it can quickly spiral into chaos if your foundation isn’t solid. In this episode, I share: Why growth often feels chaotic and what to do about it.The essential role of mission, vision, and values in scaling sustainably.How to identify your “non-...
Welcome back to another episode of Roots of Sustainable Impact. Today, I had the joy of speaking with Latane Brackett, someone whose dedication to inclusive innovation is truly inspiring. In this episode, we explore the power of partnerships—what they mean, how to evaluate them, and why they’re crucial for creating a pipeline of success in the innovation ecosystem. Latane shares his guiding principles of treating people well, building relational equity, and fostering intentional collab...
Hello! In this episode of Roots of Sustainable Impact, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Rebecca Lehman, the Senior Manager of Social Impact and ESG at DroneDeploy. We took a deep dive into the fascinating world of ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) programs. Rebecca shared how ESG serves as a framework to manage risk while driving purpose-driven growth. She explained how her team prioritizes stakeholders, balances scaling with impact, and selects meaningful metric...
In this episode, I had the pleasure of sitting down with my friend Eric Girard, founder of Girard Training Solutions and author of Lead Like a Pro. Eric has dedicated his career to helping new managers transition from individual contributors to effective leaders who can inspire and guide their teams. We explored so many valuable insights about leadership, including: The crucial mindset shift for new managers: Moving from being a doer to becoming a leader who achieves results through oth...
In this episode of Roots of Sustainable Impact, I am joined by Dr. Michelle Miller-Groves, founder and president of More Than Marketing. Michelle is a social change agent who uses marketing to amplify the voices of clean energy organizations and diaspora women-led enterprises. During our conversation, we dive deep into stakeholder engagement and discuss: The importance of both internal and external stakeholders—and why your employees are your first-tier brand ambassadors.How to balance ...
In this episode, I sit down with Chris Whitehead, a senior environmental justice consultant at Worley, to talk about something close to both of our hearts—integrating environmental justice into the way organizations operate. Chris brings a wealth of experience in air quality and environmental justice, and he breaks down what environmental justice really means. We dive into the practical steps organizations can take to build stronger, more genuine partnerships with communities, and Chris empha...
Hosted by Eloisa Marquez-Gonzalez Welcome to Roots of Sustainable Impact! 🌿 In this first episode, I want to share a bit about why I’m starting this podcast and why I believe now is the perfect time to have these conversations. We live in a rapidly changing world where the urgency to address climate change, equity, and resilience has never been greater. In this episode, I’ll talk about how businesses—yes, even small ones—can create meaningful change and why I am passionate about helping leade...
In today’s episode, I want to tackle something I’m hearing a lot: “We should be doing something with AI… right?” And while that instinct isn’t wrong, here’s the truth—AI is not a magic wand. If your internal processes are unclear, messy, or simply broken, AI is only going to make that mess move faster. So, before you jump into pilots, tools, or strategies, let’s talk about your delivery model. What is it? Why does it matter? And how do you know if your process is actually broken, or just stra...
