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This episode's is someone I've wanted to sit down with since the very early days of this podcast — and trust me, the wait was worth it. Jef Combdon is a 30-plus year marketing communications and media strategist who has built campaigns for some of Canada's most recognized names: Molson Coors, Kraft, Colgate, Maple Leaf Foods, and Newfoundland and Labrador Tourism, among others. He has operated at the highest levels of both holding companies and independent agencies, across Toronto and St. Joh...

Most of us are doing the work. Recycling. Driving electric. Making more conscious choices about what we buy and who we buy from. But there's one place almost none of us think to look — and it might be undoing all of it. Your bank. In this episode of The Resilience Report, we sit down with George Mazzella, Head of Marketing at GreenFi, to talk about what actually happens to your money when you deposit it, why the traditional banking system isn't designed for you to ask that question, and what a...

Storm-Proofing Your Business: What the Science of Building Resilience Means for Leaders If your business was hit by a major weather event tomorrow, would you actually be prepared—or would you be figuring it out in real time? For most of us, resilience only becomes real once it becomes personal—once there’s damage, disruption, or a direct impact on operations. In today’s conversation, I’m joined by Rachael Gauthier from the Insurance Institute for Business & Home Safety—IBHS—to unpack what...

What does water have to do with your business? More than you probably think. In this episode, we’re going to show you how water is already shaping your costs, your supply chains, and your ability to grow—whether you’re paying attention to it or not. Because the reality is: The companies that understand water as a strategic issue early are the ones that will be more resilient, more efficient, and better positioned for what’s coming next. This episode is a little different. Instead of a single ...

AI is here—and for business leaders, the question is no longer if we use it, but how we use it responsibly. In the first solo episode of 2026, host Lauren Scott explores the evolving relationship between AI and sustainable business. From energy efficiency to data transparency and workforce transitions, AI is reshaping how companies operate—but it also raises new environmental, ethical, and leadership questions. Lauren breaks down four areas where AI and sustainability intersect: Efficiency an...

So many of us avoid conversations about wills, estate planning, and what happens after we’re gone. It can feel uncomfortable, morbid — or like something we’ll just “get to later.” But the truth is, these are some of the most important conversations we can have if we want to protect our families and create impact that lasts. My guest today, Mark Halpern, has built his life’s work around helping people move from simply achieving success to creating significance. He’s one of Canada’s leading exper...

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 m...

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 st...

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 a...

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 ca...

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...

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 sust...

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!

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 ...

Water touches every part of our lives, from the health of our oceans to the resilience of our communities. In this conversation, we hear from Kendra MacDonald, CEO of Canada’s Ocean Supercluster, who brings the collective voice of industries that depend on water—fisheries, energy, technology, and beyond. Based in Atlantic Canada, Kendra is at the forefront of bringing industries together to build a more resilient ocean future. Before joining Canada’s Ocean Supercluster, Kendra was a Partner at...

Philanthropy is evolving—and it’s reshaping how businesses and communities build resilience. In this episode, we explore what happens when generosity moves beyond tradition and becomes a driver of innovation, purpose, and sustainable impact. John Bromley, founder and CEO of Charitable Impact, shares unique insights from decades of experience at the crossroads of philanthropy and business, revealing how new models of giving can strengthen both communities and companies. From redefining generosit...

How do you build a brand that people truly trust—especially in times of disruption? In this episode, Marie-Chantal Savoy, founder of Savoy Strategy and former marketing leader at CN, LOGISTEC, and Air Canada, shares her insights on: Why authentic branding is the key to resilience How to balance AI efficiency with human creativity The overlooked role of water as the foundation of resiliency Why leaders must embrace agility and purpose to thrive How storytelling transforms sustainability from c...

After more than 2.5 years and conversations with 60+ experts at the intersection of sustainability and business, host Lauren Scott steps back to reflect on the six core themes that consistently emerge across these discussions. In this special solo episode of The Resilience Report, Lauren explores: 🌍 Why sustainability must be fully integrated into business strategy—not treated as a side campaign. 📖 The power of authentic storytelling (and how to avoid the pitfalls of AI-driven sameness). 🤝 The ...

Lisa Diegel is on a mission to transform fashion from the inside out—and she’s doing it with purpose and authenticity. As the Director of Sustainability & Impact at Faherty Brand, Lisa brings over 20 years of experience spanning raw materials, product development, global compliance, and sustainability strategy. Her deep roots as a proud citizen of the Nisga’a Nation in Northwestern British Columbia fuel her commitment to protecting both people and planet. In this episode, Lisa takes us behind t...

Discover how AI-powered fashion technology is transforming the way we think about style, sustainability, and consumption! In this episode of The Resilience Report, Julia K. Dietmar, Co-Founder and CEO of OpenWardrobe, shares how her innovative platform is helping people reimagine their closets, reduce fashion waste, and make smarter, more sustainable choices. With over 20 years of experience in fashion tech and retail innovation, Julia dives into: How AI styling tools encourage creativity wit...

What better guest for The Resilience Report than The Resilience Coach himself? Russell Harvey joins us for a timely conversation that gets to the heart of what it really means to be resilient in today’s complex world. With over two decades of experience in leadership development and organizational change, Russell has supported more than 78,000 people in building resilience that goes far beyond “bouncing back.” His practical, human-centered approach is helping leaders and teams not just survive—...

While emissions often dominate the sustainability conversation, today we’re shifting the spotlight to an issue just as critical—water. With climate change intensifying droughts and disrupting global water cycles, it’s time we talk about solutions that are as innovative as they are essential. On this episode of The Resilience Report, we’re joined by Tatiana Estevez, founder and CEO of Permalution—a climate tech company pioneering the use of fog and cloud harvesting as a viable, scalable water so...

Today, we are honored to welcome award-winning filmmaker and environmental activist Rebecca Tickell. Alongside her husband, Josh Tickell, Rebecca has spent decades telling stories that have sparked global movements—from FUEL and The Big Fix, to The Earthing Movie and, of course, the breakout hit Kiss the Ground. Now, she’s back with a powerful follow-up: Common Ground—a Tribeca award-winning documentary featuring voices like Jason Momoa, Laura Dern, Rosario Dawson, and Donald Glover. The film p...

BLK + GRN offers a beautifully curated online marketplace for clean beauty. No more digging around and cross referencing different sources: they have done the work for us. Better still, the social mission behind the brand specifically amplifies the incredible work of the black-owned brands lining their online shelves. Dr. Kristian Edwards is the mastermind behind this marketplace — a Yale and Johns Hopkins alum, public health expert, yogi, and the visionary founder of BLK + GRN. Since launching...