Building Companies for a Post-Carbon World - with Leo Rayman, CEO of EdenLab

Episode 11 September 26, 2023 00:57:27
Building Companies for a Post-Carbon World - with Leo Rayman, CEO of EdenLab
The ideaSpace Podcast: How Startups Actually Get Built
Building Companies for a Post-Carbon World - with Leo Rayman, CEO of EdenLab

Sep 26 2023 | 00:57:27

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Ben Hartley

Show Notes

Leo Rayman, founder and CEO of EdenLab speaks to Ben Hartley and shares his unique perspective as an “eco-capitalist,” advocating for the commercialization of sustainability to accelerate impact.

Listen as they discuss working with startups, the art of storytelling in the sustainability space, and the exciting journey of making companies more sustainable and sustainable companies bigger. It also looks at the role of startups in climate action, and the need for businesses to integrate sustainability into their core operations.

As former CEO and CSO of creative agency Grey London, Leo spent 25 years advising global clients on marketing, branding, innovation, culture-change and sustainability.

He's also an adviser to Carbon13, the venture builder for the climate emergency, and holds a distinction from the Cambridge University Institute of Sustainability Leadership. Leo is also a published author, blogger, podcaster, regular LSE lecturer and inspiring speaker.

 

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