The Resilience Report

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Welcome to The Resilience Report, where we go beyond the headlines to spotlight the trailblazers redefining sustainable business. In each episode, host Lauren Scott sits down with ecopreneurs and lighthouse leaders—visionaries who are tackling our planet’s toughest challenges and proving that business can be a force for good. Lauren has spent more than a decade working in the cleantech space, and specializes in translating climate initiatives into meaningful action to deliver on commitments to the building and renewables sectors. Her marketing and communications background is leveraged to promote social and environmental responsibility as an approachable, yet critical part of business operations. Scott’s career has been marked by being named one of Montreal’s Top 50 Women Leaders (2025), by her nomination as a 2020 Woman of Inspiration by the Universal Women's Network, as well as being shortlisted as Industry Woman of the Year by the ControlTrends Awards (2020).

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May 20, 202634 min

Your Bank Account Might Be Your Biggest Carbon Footprint ft. George Mazzella (GreenFi)

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 new generation of financial products is doing to change that.George has spent the better part of seven years at the intersection of sustainability and finance — across project financing, carbon credit development, and regenerative agriculture — before landing at GreenFi, where the mission is simple: make sustainable banking the new standard of banking, full stop.We get into:Why your deposits are likely financing fossil fuel activities without your knowledge The difference between greenwashing and genuine transparency in bankingHow microtransactions at scale funded 3.5 million tree plantings last year — just from people swiping their cards Whether ESG and climate-forward investing actually delivers competitive returns (the data might surprise you) The psychology of behaviour change — and why sacrifice-based products always fail What "green hushing" is and why it matters more than greenwashing right now What George believes banking should look like in 10 to 15 yearsThis is one of our most requested topic areas, and this conversation is the deepest we've gone into it yet. If you've ever wondered whether your financial decisions actually reflect what you stand for — this episode is your starting point.🌱 Check out GreenFi here: www.greenfi.com🎧 Enjoyed this episode? Leave a review, share it with someone who'd find it useful, and subscribe so you never miss a conversation.#TheResilienceReport #SustainableFinance #GreenBanking #GreenFi #ESG #ImpactInvesting #ClimateAction #CarbonFootprint #FinTech #Sustainability #BusinessLeadership #Entrepreneurship #GreenInvesting #ConsciousCapitalism #ResponsibleBankingMessage us your thoughts!

April 22, 202636 min

Extreme Weather & Your Business: Build Before the Storm ft. Rachael Gauthier (IBHS)

Storm-Proofing Your Business: What the Science of Building Resilience Means for LeadersIf 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’s changing in the risk landscape, and more importantly, what you can do now to stay ahead of it.We talk about expanding tornado risk, why hail is one of the biggest hidden drivers of loss, and the practical steps businesses can take to strengthen their buildings and reduce downtime before disaster strikes.So if you’re responsible for protecting people, assets, or operations, this is one you’ll want to pay attention to.To learn more about IBHS: https://ibhs.org/ Message us your thoughts!

April 3, 202615 min

Water Is the Next Supply Chain: A Masterclass in Business Resilience

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 conversation, we’ve pulled together some of the most valuable insights from past guests on The Resilience Report—leaders working across food, infrastructure, innovation, and strategy.Think of this as a masterclass.By the end, you’ll understand:Where water is showing up as a hidden risk in businessHow leading companies are turning that constraint into innovationAnd what it looks like to treat water not just as a resource—but as a competitive advantageYou’ll hear from Kendra MacDonald, CEO of the Canada's Ocean Supercluster, who breaks down how water underpins entire economic systems.From Tatiana Estevez, founder of Permalution, who’s building technology to generate water in places where it doesn’t exist.From Callie Giaccone, formerly from Lufa Farms, who’s rethinking how we grow food using closed-loop water systems.And from Marie-Chantal Savoy, founder of Savoy Strategy, who brings the leadership lens—how trust and decision-making shape the systems behind it all.What ties all of these conversations together is simple:Water is no longer just a background input.It’s becoming a constraint. A catalyst. And in many cases—a competitive advantage.Message us your thoughts!

March 18, 202623 min

AI & Sustainable Business: Inevitable Tech, Intentional Choices ft. Lauren Scott

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 and the risk of the rebound effectData transparency and sustainability reportingThe environmental impact of AI infrastructureThe human side of technological transitionDrawing on her experience working in the tech sector, Lauren shares a balanced perspective: AI isn’t the hero or the villain of sustainability—it’s a tool that scales the values businesses already hold.The episode closes with three leadership principles for navigating AI responsibly:Think about intent before implementationBuild guardrails for sustainable growthKeep human accountability in decision-makingIf you're navigating the future of business, sustainability, or technology, this episode offers a thoughtful starting point for a conversation that’s only just beginning.Visit www.theresiliencereport.ca for more Message us your thoughts!

February 25, 202652 min

Building Financial Resilience: Philanthropy, Risk & Legacy Planning ft. Mark Halpern

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 experts in using life insurance, tax strategy, and philanthropy not just to preserve wealth, but to unlock opportunities for meaningful giving. His guidance has already helped direct more than $300 million to Canadian charities — while helping families feel more secure, more prepared, and more intentional about their legacies.This episode is about getting comfortable with the planning most of us avoid — and seeing how estate planning, when done thoughtfully, can protect the people we love and support the causes that matter most to us.Learn more about Mark and his work: https://wealthinsurance.com/about-us.htmlCatch all of our episodes: www.theresiliencereport.caMessage us your thoughts!

February 11, 202657 min

Why the Future of Architecture Is Off-Grid: Climate-Resilient Design Without Compromising Aesthetics ft. David Sellers (Hawaii Off Grid)

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 made a bold decision only design net-zero buildings—and has been delivering fully off-grid architecture since long before it was mainstream. David’s work sits at the intersection of sustainability and smart business: buildings that generate their own power, lower operating costs, and look exceptional doing it.He also developed Surf Block, a new building material made from surfboard waste that’s fire-resistant, mold-resistant, and insulating—turning a local waste challenge into a scalable resilience solution.Today, we’re talking about what it really takes to design resilient buildings that people want—and why this approach is moving from the fringe to the future.Learn more about Hawaii Off Grid: www.hawaiioffgrid.comCheck out more from The Resilience Report: www.theresiliencereport.caMessage us your thoughts!

January 28, 202655 min

The Business Case for Good: Turning Purpose into Measurable Impact ft. Neil Callanan (LooseGrip)

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 storytelling with measurable outcomes. Since 2009, he’s worked with both global brands like Unilever and Ben & Jerry’s and emerging values-led companies to turn impact into real business growth.Neil’s work sits at the crossroads of marketing, activism, and analytics—helping teams move beyond disconnected data or pure intuition, and instead translate stories into metrics that actually hold up. His goal is simple: help leaders measure what truly matters so they can do more of it. Neil, welcome to the show.So if you are a business leader or entrepreneur trying to figure out how to measure and communicate your own impact, this episode is for you.Learn more about LooseGrip: https://loosegrip.net/Discover the Grasp Impact Framework: https://www.graspyourimpact.com/Message us your thoughts!

January 14, 202654 min

House Is Medicine: How Better Homes Protect Our Health, Wallets, and Planet ft. Paul Kealey (EkoBuilt)

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 affordability—and it’s forcing the building industry to rethink everything from air quality to energy use to how homes actually affect our bodies and minds.Paul designs and builds net-zero Passive Houses that don’t just save energy—they reduce stress, prevent mold and illness, protect families, and last for generations. His belief is simple but radical: our homes are not inert structures. They’re living environments. And when they’re designed poorly, they quietly compromise our health every single day.In this conversation, we dig into why building codes aren’t enough, how “value engineering” often works against human health, what the pandemic changed about how we think about indoor air, and why resilience—at both the personal and planetary level—starts at home.If you care about health, sustainability, affordability, or the future of housing, this episode will completely change the way you look at the place you live. Learn more about EkoBuilt: https://ekobuilt.com/Message us your thoughts!

December 31, 202526 min

Resilience in Review: The Leaders and Lessons That Shaped 2025

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 carry forward what really matters as we step into 2026.Most of all, this episode is a thank you. To our guests, and to you—our listeners. Your feedback, curiosity, and commitment to positive impact have shaped this show in ways I never expected. We already have some powerful conversations lined up for the year ahead, inspired directly by your messages, and I can’t wait to share what’s coming next.*In this "Best of" episode, here from our incredible lineup of guests:Food, beverage and agricultureAvi Greenstein, BamboozleRebecca Tickell, award-winning filmmaker and environmental activistRon Ladner, founder of Shaggy’s RestaurantsEnergy and carbon reductionMiranda Gardiner, iMasons Climate AccordCatherine Atkin, Carbon AccountableHassan Shahriar, ADAPTR Inc.WaterTatiana Estevez, PermalutionKendra MacDonald, Canada’s Ocean SuperclusterMarketing and communicationsMarie-Chantal Savoy, Savoy Strategy (also our top downloaded episode of the year!)Cat Holt, CoologeeCorporate culture and strategyJulia Binder and Knut Haanaes, Authors and IMD professorsRussell Harvey, The Resilience CoachJohn Bromley, Charitable ImpactFashion, beauty and designDr. Kristian Edwards, BLK + GRNCynthia Savard, ORAKITodd Bracher, Industrial DesignerTrisha Pitura and Melanie Bernard, MINI-TIPIJulia Dietmar, OpenWardrobeLisa Diegel, Faherty BrandTravel and adventureMary Anne Ivison, Podcast HostKristin Karstensdotter, LivToursMessage us your thoughts!

December 17, 202559 min

Beyond the Logo: Building a Brand That Drives Sustainable Growth ft. Cat Holt (Coologee)

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 a roadmap for building a stronger business, leading through change, and creating a brand that actually drives performance. If you’re searching for strategies on business transformation, marketing leadership, creative strategy, or scaling with purpose—this conversation is packed with practical wisdom and real-world experience.Learn more about Cat's work at Coologee: https://coologee.com/#BrandStrategy #BusinessResilience #SustainableBusiness #LeadershipDevelopment #MarketingStrategy #FutureOfWork #PurposeDrivenBrand #ExecutiveLeadership #ClimateAndBusiness #AIinMarketingMessage us your thoughts!

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