How can businesses in the construction and development industry balance growth and profitability with a genuine commitment to social and environmental responsibility? In today’s episode, Nathan Stuck sits down with Jon Williams, President and CEO of W&A Engineering and the Better Communities Collaborative.

Jon shares the journey that shaped his commitment to community service, from working in a family grocery store to starting a small landscaping company. W&A Engineering is now a multidisciplinary firm with offices across the United States.

We’ll hear how Jon navigates generational differences by creating a work environment that blends traditional values with evolving perspectives, the decision to pursue B Corp certification, and his mission to not only overcome negative perceptions of the development industry, but influence others to pursue more conscious design and community impact.

Stay tuned to hear practical steps that you can take to create lasting, positive change in the communities you impact.



RESOURCES RELATED TO THIS EPISODE
Visit www.waengineering.com
Follow W&A Engineering on Social Media
https://www.instagram.com/waengineering/
https://www.facebook.com/WandAEngineering/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/wandaengineering/
Follow Jon on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/waengineering/



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How can businesses in the construction and development industry balance growth and profitability with a genuine commitment to social and environmental responsibility? In today’s episode, Nathan Stuck sits down with Jon Williams, President and CEO of W&amp;A Engineering and the Better Communities Collaborative.
Jon shares the journey that shaped his commitment to community service, from working in a family grocery store to starting a small landscaping company. W&amp;A Engineering is now a multidisciplinary firm with offices across the United States.
We’ll hear how Jon navigates generational differences by creating a work environment that blends traditional values with evolving perspectives, the decision to pursue B Corp certification, and his mission to not only overcome negative perceptions of the development industry, but influence others to pursue more conscious design and community impact.
Stay tuned to hear practical steps that you can take to create lasting, positive change in the communities you impact.
 
RESOURCES RELATED TO THIS EPISODE
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Visit www.waengineering.com</li>
<li aria-level="1">Follow W&amp;A Engineering on Social Media</li>
<ul>
<li aria-level="2"><a href="https://www.instagram.com/waengineering/">https://www.instagram.com/waengineering/</a></li>
<li aria-level="2"><a href="https://www.facebook.com/WandAEngineering/">https://www.facebook.com/WandAEngineering/</a></li>
<li aria-level="2"><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/wandaengineering/">https://www.linkedin.com/company/wandaengineering/</a> </li>
</ul>
<li aria-level="1">Follow Jon on LinkedIn at <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/waengineering/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/waengineering/</a> </li>
</ul>
 
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Join our host Nathan Stuck, Chair of B Local Georgia, as he guides us in these short and impactful conversations with some of the most purposeful, inspiring leaders in the Peach State. These featured guests are proving that a stakeholder-driven economic system that cares about their people, communities, customers, and the environment is not only the right way towards a sustainable future, but that it's also great for business! We're excited to have you join us as we learn together how to use our influence as a #ForceForGood.

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Join our host <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathanastuck/">Nathan Stuck</a>, Chair of <a href="https://blocalgeorgia.com/">B Local Georgia</a>, <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathanastuck/"></a>as he guides us in these short and impactful conversations with some of the most purposeful, inspiring leaders in the Peach State. These featured guests are proving that a stakeholder-driven economic system&nbsp;that cares about their people, communities, customers, and the environment is not only the right way towards a sustainable future, but that it's also great for business! We're excited to have you join us as we learn together how to use our influence as a #ForceForGood.
Produced by Chat With Leaders Media. Visit https://chatwithleaders.com to learn more about starting your own business podcast.&nbsp;

Making a profit and making a difference ​aren’t mutually exclusive. Hear how some of the most purpose-driven leaders in the Southeast are proving that for profit businesses can be used as a force for good while being successful financially.

B The Change Georgia with Nathan Stuck

Our podcast’s mission is to elevate the voices of servant-leaders who demonstrate how to use influence and business as a force for good.  We dive deeper into the stories, trials, successes, and wisdom gained by featured leaders surrounding the B Corp, Conscious Capitalism, and responsible business communities in order to edify our next-gen leaders who will light the way toward a sustainable future.

Learn more at chatwithleaders.com.

Our podcast’s mission is to elevate the voices of servant-leaders who demonstrate how to use influence and business as a force for good.  We dive deeper into the stories, trials, successes, and wisdom gained by featured leaders surrounding the B Corp, Conscious Capitalism, and responsible business communities in order to edify our next-gen leaders who will light the way toward a sustainable future.
Learn more at chatwithleaders.com.

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Our society is obsessed with the responsibility and qualities we expect from leaders, and the Chat With Leaders team is no exception. At CWL, we’re passionate about giving remarkable leaders a platform for sharing the inspiring things they’re doing to serve their teams, customers, and communities wisely. 

Founded amidst an unprecedented era of the coronavirus crises in 2020, CWL embarked on a mission to build community and hope around gifted executives, motivational speakers, pastors, entrepreneurs, educators, and other industry experts who are paving the way towards a brighter future in our local and global economies.

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Building Better Communities and Changing Perceptions with Jon Williams

Today Nathan Stuck sits down with Christopher Marquis, Sinyi Professor at the University of Cambridge and author of The Profiteers: How Business Privatizes Profits and Socializes Costs. Chris’ research examines business sustainability and social entrepreneurship, and he is passionate about how academic research can help people around the world address some of the biggest crises of our day — including climate change, inequality, and discrimination.

Chris and Nathan discuss the B Corp movement and its impact on business as a force for good. He emphasizes the importance of future-proofing businesses, employee engagement, investor interest, and consumer support in driving the adoption of B Corp principles.

Tune in as we delve into how the B Corp movement is redefining success in business and paving the way for a more sustainable future.

RESOURCES RELATED TO THIS EPISODE
Click here for a special Profiteers pre-sale offer for B Corps (expires April 30th)
Visit https://chrismarquis.com
Follow Chris on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopher-marquis/
Subscribe at https://chrismarquis.substack.com
Christopher Marquis’s books:
Better Business: How the B Corp Movement Is Remaking Capitalism
The Profiteers: How Business Privatizes Profit and Socializes Cost
Mao and Markets: The Communist Roots of Chinese Enterprise

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Today Nathan Stuck sits down with Christopher Marquis, Sinyi Professor at the University of Cambridge and author of The Profiteers: How Business Privatizes Profits and Socializes Costs. Chris’ research examines business sustainability and social entrepreneurship, and he is passionate about how academic research can help people around the world address some of the biggest crises of our day — including climate change, inequality, and discrimination.
Chris and Nathan discuss the B Corp movement and its impact on business as a force for good. He emphasizes the importance of future-proofing businesses, employee engagement, investor interest, and consumer support in driving the adoption of B Corp principles.
Tune in as we delve into how the B Corp movement is redefining success in business and paving the way for a more sustainable future.
RESOURCES RELATED TO THIS EPISODE
<ul>
<li aria-level="1"><a href="https://800ceoread.com/coupons/redeem/profiteerspresalebcorps ">Click here for a special Profiteers pre-sale offer for B Corps</a> (expires April 30th)</li>
<li aria-level="1">Visit <a href="https://chrismarquis.com">https://chrismarquis.com</a></li>
<li aria-level="1">Follow Chris on LinkedIn at <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopher-marquis/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopher-marquis/</a></li>
<li aria-level="1">Subscribe at <a href="https://chrismarquis.substack.com">https://chrismarquis.substack.com</a> </li>
<li aria-level="1">Christopher Marquis’s books:</li>
<ul>
<li aria-level="2"><a href="https://chrismarquis.com/better-business-how-the-b-corp-movement-is-remaking-capitalism/">Better Business: How the B Corp Movement Is Remaking Capitalism</a></li>
<li aria-level="2"><a href="https://chrismarquis.com/the-profiteers-how-business-privatizes-profit-and-socializes-cost/">The Profiteers: How Business Privatizes Profit and Socializes Cost</a></li>
<li aria-level="2"><a href="https://chrismarquis.com/mao-and-markets-the-communist-roots-of-chinese-enterprise/">Mao and Markets: The Communist Roots of Chinese Enterprise</a></li>
</ul>
</ul>
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Better Business: The Power of B Corps in Transforming Commerce

How can entrepreneurs effectively harness the power of community engagement while being a connector to drive meaningful change in both business practices and social impact initiatives?

In today’s episode, Nathan Stuck sits down with Lizy Freudmann, founder of the strategic marketing company, One More Thing. With an interest in behavioral economics and consumer behavior, Lizy built her business around working with clients to drive specific behavioral outcomes from the customers they look to serve.

In this conversation, Nathan and Lizy delve into the importance of building relationships within your community and the transformative impact of curiosity and continuous learning. Lizy shares her journey of relocating to New Orleans and the influence it has had on her work, the importance of intentionality in supporting your community, as well as her pioneering efforts in becoming the first B Corp in Louisiana.

Stay tuned as we uncover the significance of being a dot connector and explore the role of business as a force for good with Lizy Freudmann.



RESOURCES RELATED TO THIS EPISODE
Follow Lizy on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/lfreudmann/
Visit https://www.onemorethingllc.com/
Follow One More Thing on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/company/one-more-thing-llc/about/



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How can entrepreneurs effectively harness the power of community engagement while being a connector to drive meaningful change in both business practices and social impact initiatives?
In today’s episode, Nathan Stuck sits down with Lizy Freudmann, founder of the strategic marketing company, One More Thing. With an interest in behavioral economics and consumer behavior, Lizy built her business around working with clients to drive specific behavioral outcomes from the customers they look to serve.
In this conversation, Nathan and Lizy delve into the importance of building relationships within your community and the transformative impact of curiosity and continuous learning. Lizy shares her journey of relocating to New Orleans and the influence it has had on her work, the importance of intentionality in supporting your community, as well as her pioneering efforts in becoming the first B Corp in Louisiana.
Stay tuned as we uncover the significance of being a dot connector and explore the role of business as a force for good with Lizy Freudmann.
 
RESOURCES RELATED TO THIS EPISODE
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Follow Lizy on LinkedIn at <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/lfreudmann/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/lfreudmann/</a> </li>
<li aria-level="1">Visit <a href="https://www.onemorethingllc.com/">https://www.onemorethingllc.com/</a><a href="https://www.onemorethingllc.com/"></a></li>
<li aria-level="1">Follow One More Thing on LinkedIn at <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/one-more-thing-llc/about/">https://www.linkedin.com/company/one-more-thing-llc/about/</a> </li>
</ul>
 
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Community Engagement, Entrepreneurship, and Connecting the Dots with Lizy Freudmann

In today’s episode, you’ll learn from Brandy Amidon, the Co-President and CFO of Brains on Fire, a creative marketing agency with offices in Greenville, SC and Los Angeles, CA. In addition to serving in a “typical” CFO capacity while nurturing her team within a small business atmosphere, Brandy serves as the first female and youngest Mayor of the City of Travelers Rest.

During this episode, Brandy talks about the importance of building trust and community. You’ll hear about the evolving landscape of branding, the value of company culture and the role it plays in attracting both employees and clients, and the benefits of being part of a B Corp community.

Tune in to this episode as Brandy dives into the crucial aspects of building trust and community–from the small business office to the mayoral office.



RESOURCES RELATED TO THIS EPISODE
Visit https://www.brainsonfire.com/
Visit https://www.brandyamidon.com/
Follow Brandy on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/brandy-amidon-701a7220/



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In today’s episode, you’ll learn from Brandy Amidon, the Co-President and CFO of Brains on Fire, a creative marketing agency with offices in Greenville, SC and Los Angeles, CA. In addition to serving in a “typical” CFO capacity while nurturing her team within a small business atmosphere, Brandy serves as the first female and youngest Mayor of the City of Travelers Rest.
During this episode, Brandy talks about the importance of building trust and community. You’ll hear about the evolving landscape of branding, the value of company culture and the role it plays in attracting both employees and clients, and the benefits of being part of a B Corp community.
Tune in to this episode as Brandy dives into the crucial aspects of building trust and community–from the small business office to the mayoral office.
 
RESOURCES RELATED TO THIS EPISODE
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Visit <a href="https://www.brainsonfire.com/">https://www.brainsonfire.com/</a></li>
<li aria-level="1">Visit <a href="https://www.brandyamidon.com/">https://www.brandyamidon.com/</a></li>
<li aria-level="1">Follow Brandy on LinkedIn at <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/brandy-amidon-701a7220/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/brandy-amidon-701a7220/</a></li>
</ul>
 
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