Future of XYZ
Presented in collaboration with Rhode Island PBS, Future of XYZ is a bi-weekly interview series that explores big questions about where we are as a world and where we want to go. Through quick and candid conversations with innovative leaders and courageous changemakers, we share unique perspectives that provoke new thinking about what’s coming down the pipeline on topics ranging from business and technology, to art, science, and humanity broadly. Listen wherever you get your favorite podcasts, watch on ripbs.org/XYZ, and follow @futureofxyz on Instagram. More information available at future-of.XYZ.
EPISODE 18, SEASON 2: Mark Vernooij joins us this week to speak about the ‘Future of Leadership’. As a speaker, writer, advisory board member and Partner at THNK School of Creative Leadership based in the Netherlands, Mark shares his perspective on the most important qualities for leaders of the future. Among the standout ideas? Mindfulness, humility, and upgrading our operating systems. Have a listen here to learn more.
ABOUT THE SERIES: Future of XYZ is a weekly interview series dedicated to fostering forward-thinking discussions about where we are as a world and where we’re going.
FOR MORE INFORMATION: Visit future-of.xyz and follow on social media... IG: @futureofxyz | LinkedIn: @lisagralnek, @lvg-co-strategy | Twitter: @lgralnek
EPISODE 17, SEASON 2: Optometrist Dr. Andrea Thau is the former President of the American Optometric Association (AOA.org) and current chair of the Public Policy Board Chair on Eyes at the American Public Health Association (APHA.org). She joins us for a fascinating, actionable and very important conversation about our eyes and their role in our overall physical & behavioral health, productivity and general wellbeing.
ABOUT THE SERIES: Future of XYZ is a weekly interview series dedicated to fostering forward-thinking discussions about where we are as a world and where we’re going.
FOR MORE INFORMATION: Visit future-of.xyz and follow on social media... IG: @futureofxyz | LinkedIn: @lisagralnek, @lvg-co-strategy | Twitter: @lgralnek
EPISODE 16, SEASON 2: For this Earth Day episode, we’re talking about the ‘Future of Biomimicry’ with guest Colin Mangham. The saying in biomimicry is: “failures are fossils” and “life replicates things that work”. Therefore, we must look to nature- not to learn ABOUT it, but FROM it- for how we can survive and prevail despite our circumstances.
ABOUT THE SERIES: Future of XYZ is a weekly interview series dedicated to fostering forward-thinking discussions about where we are as a world and where we’re going.
FOR MORE INFORMATION: Visit future-of.xyz and follow on social media... IG: @futureofxyz | LinkedIn: @lisagralnek, @lvg-co-strategy | Twitter: @lgralnek
EPISODE 15, SEASON 2: This week, we talk with industry trailblazers Nicole Katz, CEO of LA-based Paper Chase Press, and Chris Harrold- long-time SVP Marketing at Mohawk Paper about the ‘Future of Print’. Both guests lead multi-generational family-owned businesses fighting for relevance in a digital-first world. Yet neither is shy in sharing why they believe print matters, and is not only here to stay, but will grow.
ABOUT THE SERIES: Future of XYZ is a weekly interview series dedicated to fostering forward-thinking discussions about where we are as a world and where we’re going.
FOR MORE INFORMATION: Visit future-of.xyz and follow on social media... IG: @futureofxyz | LinkedIn: @lisagralnek, @lvg-co-strategy | Twitter: @lgralnek
EPISODE 14, SEASON 2: Joining us this week to talk about the ‘Future of Ice Hockey’ is Omar Mitchell, VP of Sustainable Infrastructure & Growth Initiatives at the National Hockey League (NHL). It’s a rich & fascinating conversation covering topics from clean water and STEM education, to local community rinks and franchise arenas, food waste management to values and fandom. Don’t miss it.
ABOUT THE SERIES: Future of XYZ is a weekly interview series dedicated to fostering forward-thinking discussions about where we are as a world and where we’re going. Hosted by LVG & Co.- an independent strategy consultancy based in New York City.
FOR MORE INFORMATION: Visit future-of.xyz and follow on social media... IG: @futureofxyz | LinkedIn: @lisagralnek, @lvg-co-strategy | Twitter: @lgralnek
EPISODE 13, SEASON 2: Happy April Fool’s Day! What better topic to explore on this once a year funny day, than the ‘Future of Comedy’?! Former standup comic and Founder of Gold Comedy, Lynn Harris, joins us to talk about everything from class-clowning and access to representation, to the business of comedy and the power in making light of dark.
ABOUT THE SERIES: Future of XYZ is a weekly interview series dedicated to fostering forward-thinking discussions about where we are as a world and where we’re going. Hosted by LVG & Co.- an independent strategy consultancy based in New York City.
FOR MORE INFORMATION: Visit future-of.xyz and follow on social media... IG: @futureofxyz | LinkedIn: @lisagralnek, @lvg-co-strategy | Twitter: @lgralnek
EPISODE 12, SEASON 2: Susan McPherson is a serial connector, corporate social responsibility leader, and author of the just-released “The Lost Art of Connecting”. She joins us to talk about the ‘Future of Connecting'- explaining her “Gather, Ask, Do Method for Building Meaningful Business Relationships”- and outlining the role of technology and why we “have to put on our own gas mask first to be helpful to others”.
ABOUT THE SERIES: Future of XYZ is a weekly interview series dedicated to fostering forward-thinking discussions about where we are as a world and where we’re going. Hosted by LVG & Co.- an independent strategy consultancy based in New York City.
FOR MORE INFORMATION: Visit future-of.xyz and follow on social media... IG: @futureofxyz | LinkedIn: @lisagralnek, @lvg-co-strategy | Twitter: @lgralnek
EPISODE 11, SEASON 2: This week, we hear from Art Chang, current Candidate for NYC Mayor and former member of NYC’s Campaign Finance Board about the ‘Future of Campaign Finance’. It is a far-reaching, timely and compelling conversation about the role of money in politics and how we can level the playing field to protect democracy.
ABOUT THE SERIES: Future of XYZ is a weekly interview series dedicated to fostering forward-thinking discussions about where we are as a world and where we’re going. Hosted by LVG & Co.- an independent strategy consultancy based in New York City.
FOR MORE INFORMATION: Visit future-of.xyz and follow on social media... IG: @futureofxyz | LinkedIn: @lisagralnek, @lvg-co-strategy | Twitter: @lgralnek
EPISODE 10, SEASON 2: In honor of International Women’s Day, this week’s episode stars two incredible businesswomen, leaders, wives, and moms talking about the ‘Future of Women’s Empowerment’. Kristy Wallace, CEO of Ellevate Network explores the importance of community and networks. Holly Ruxin, CEO & Founder of new economy investment firm, Montcalm TCR, looks through the lens of money and finances. It’s a powerful episode for a changing time!
ABOUT THE SERIES: Future of XYZ is a weekly interview series dedicated to fostering forward-thinking discussions about where we are as a world and where we’re going. Hosted by LVG & Co.- an independent strategy consultancy based in New York City.
FOR MORE INFORMATION: Visit future-of.xyz and follow on social media... IG: @futureofxyz | LinkedIn: @lisagralnek, @lvg-co-strategy | Twitter: @lgralnek
EPISODE 9, SEASON 2: The conversation about animal welfare and sheltering has evolved dramatically in recent years. No-kill is now within reach in the United States by 2025. Best Friends Animal Society is on the front lines of this action, and their Chief Mission Officer, Holly Sizemore joins us to explore the ‘Future of Animal Sheltering [& Welfare in America]’ following an unprecedented year of animal fostering, adoption and rescue. Her view? The future is bright.
ABOUT THE SERIES: Future of XYZ is a weekly interview series dedicated to fostering forward-thinking discussions about where we are as a world and where we’re going. Hosted by LVG & Co.- an independent strategy consultancy based in New York City.
FOR MORE INFORMATION: Visit future-of.xyz and follow on social media... IG: @futureofxyz | LinkedIn: @lisagralnek, @lvg-co-strategy | Twitter: @lgralnek