In this special episode of the ESG Experience, Dan Winters from GRESB and Cass McFadden from Cortland join Michelle Winters from Conservice to explore how GRESB has adapted to sustainability trends and how companies like Cortland improved their GRESB scores. Cass shares Cortland’s strategies for GRESB reporting and how these results shape their ESG…

In this episode, Helee Lev and Ryan Nelson are joined by Kelly Campbell, a trauma-informed leadership coach, speaker, facilitator, writer, & author, to explore how past wounds shape leadership styles and discuss the impact of low-conscious leadership on climate change. They offer strategies for shifting towards more sustainable practices, emphasizi…

In this episode, Helee Lev and Ryan Nelson are joined by Eugene Beh, CEO and Co-Founder of Quino Energy, to explore the differences between flow batteries & lithium-ion batteries, highlighting their environmental impacts, cost structures, and safety profiles, as well as the social issues tied to their supply chains. They also examine governance asp…

In this episode, Helee Lev and Ryan Nelson are joined by Loretta Napoleoni, economist, international bestselling author, and investigative journalist, to explore the cypherpunks' vision for internet privacy and how their ideas influenced Bitcoin’s creation. Discover the impact of the 2008 financial crisis on the rise of decentralized tech and the t…

In this episode, Ryan Nelson and guest host Christopher Morales, Conservice Solutions Architect, are joined by Thomas Stanchak, Director of Sustainability at Stoneweg, to discuss the benefits of investing in solar panels and high-efficiency HVAC systems, highlighting their impact on reducing costs, enhancing property values, and delivering strong R…

In this episode, Helee Lev and Ryan Nelson are joined by Nancy Mentesana, Executive Director of ESG at Labrador, to dissect the seismic shifts in SEC disclosures and their far-reaching effects. They explore the evolving landscape of climate reporting, from voluntary to mandatory, and the varying perceptions among companies. They also provide invalu…

In this episode, Helee Lev and Ryan Nelson are joined by Jack Davis, who recently joined Conservice as VP of ESG Strategy, to discuss ESG trends and their impact on real estate, examine the unique aspects of ESG within the real estate sector, and shed light on the significance of ESG and its potential for transformative change.…

In this special episode of the ESG Experience, Dan Winters from GRESB joins Michelle Winters from Conservice to explore the significance of data coverage in enhancing GRESB scores and the sustainability performance of real estate portfolios. They tackle the challenges hindering widespread adoption of GRESB reporting and how industry initiatives are…

In this episode, Helee Lev and Ryan Nelson are joined by Maisie Ganzler, Chief Strategy & Brand Officer of Bon Appétit Management Company, to dive into the intricate world of sustainability in the food industry. They explore thought-provoking questions that shed light on how Maisie's personal experiences shape her perspectives, the dangers of green…

In this episode, Helee Lev and Ryan Nelson are joined by Jeff Senne, the Founder & CEO of Sandbar Solutions, to discuss the corporate responsibility teams and boardrooms amidst the backlash surrounding ESG initiatives, the imperative to reconsider and redefine the roles of government and individuals in propelling ESG agendas, and the formidable cha…

In this episode, Helee Lev and Ryan Nelson are joined by Mike Robinson, founding member of retail sustainability platform The Eighth Notch, to discuss the rise of sustainability as a critical concern for retailers, delving into the evolving landscape and its influence on business strategies, the significance of prioritizing carbon avoidance over of…

In this episode of The ESG Experience, Helee Lev and Ryan Nelson are joined by Janis Parthun, VP of Project Consulting Services at RGP, to discuss how companies are handling climate risks and navigating emerging climate reporting standards as well as challenges they face throughout the lifecycle of ESG strategy implementation.…

In this episode, Helee Lev and Ryan Nelson are joined by Gary Baker, CEO, and Roxanne White, VP of ESG/Corporate Reporting, from Baker Brand Communication to discuss the branding and strategy of a corporate brand, telling the story of ESG within a corporation, and communicating strategies with stakeholders.…

In this episode of The ESG Experience, we were joined by Larry Dorfman, Co-Founder and Managing Partner of Roots, to discuss the role of real estate investment in the community, understanding the science behind investing, and how anyone can build real wealth by investing in real estate with the help of Roots.…

In this episode of The ESG Experience, Helee Lev and Ryan Nelson are joined by Jennifer Stojkovic, Founder of the Vegan Women Summit, to discuss why food is frequently left out of the ESG discussion despite being a large part of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and a critical component of climate goals.…

In this episode, Helee Lev and Ryan Nelson are joined by Rex Raimond, Director of Transformational Investing in Food Systems (TIFS), to discuss investment in food systems, how food systems can help transform the ESG regime, why investors need to coordinate with the community to increase finances within these food systems, and more.…

In this episode of The ESG Experience, Helee Lev and Ryan Nelson are joined by Bill Green, Managing Partner at Climate Adaptive Infrastructure, to discuss the importance of selecting, developing, and financing projects with the lowest possible carbon emissions, how the definition of "infrastructure" has evolved over time, the outlook of the climate…

In this episode of The ESG Experience, Helee Lev and Ryan Nelson are joined by Marcus Burrow, Conservice’s VP of Energy & Sustainability Solutions, to discuss energy procurement, renewable energy, understanding deregulation across different states, solutions for managing utility data and energy procurement efforts, and more.…

In this episode of The ESG Experience, Helee Lev and Ryan Nelson are joined by Jim Massey, Chief Sustainability Officer of Zai Lab, to discuss putting trust into action to tackle big problems, cultivating & institutionalizing organization purpose, creating cultures designed to help teams thrive, and more.…

In this episode of The ESG Experience, Helee Lev and Ryan Nelson are joined by Chris Gray, Chief Technology Officer of RENU Communities, to discuss the role existing buildings play when it comes to global carbon emissions, and why we must focus on making our existing building stock more energy resilient, as opposed to only prioritizing new, energy …

In this episode of The ESG Experience, Helee Lev and Ryan Nelson are joined by Kellee Khalil, Chief Development Officer of EnergyX, to discuss the current and future relationship between ESG and the lithium industry as well as the role of lithium in achieving renewable energy targets and supporting the green energy transition.…

In this episode of The ESG Experience, Helee Lev and Ryan Nelson are joined by William Burckart, CEO of The Investment Integration Project (TIIP), to discuss creating & adopting investing strategies that are aimed at affecting systems-level change.Door Conservice ESG

In this episode of The ESG Experience, Helee Lev and Ryan Nelson are joined by Katherine Kraft, Director of Product at Teren, to discuss the role of geospatial data in ESG reporting & climate resilience as well as emerging trends & regulations around physical risk management.Door Conservice ESG

In this episode of The ESG Experience, Helee Lev and Ryan Nelson are joined by Dan Winters, Senior Director of GRESB, to discuss advancing the real estate investment industry. They examine past and present efforts to incorporate ESG across real estate investing, reflect on the history of the GRESB framework & its widespread influence, and consider …

In this episode of The ESG Experience, Helee Lev and Ryan Nelson are joined by Zach Wade, VP of Data Science at LightBox, to discuss Automatic Building Energy Modeling (AutoBEM), trends & data emerging from building energy modeling advancements, and more.Door Conservice ESG

In this episode of The ESG Experience, Helee Lev and Ryan Nelson are joined by Maya van Rossum, Founder of Green Amendments for the Generations, to discuss green amendments. They examine what green amendments are, how they work, and the effectiveness, value, and long-term positive impact they provide.…

In this episode of The ESG Experience, hosts Helee Lev and Ryan Nelson are joined by Greg Fasullo, CEO of Elevation, to discuss trends, developments, opportunities, & benefits of energy efficiency & sustainability in the rentals market. Topics covered in their discussion include an overview of the state of single-family home rentals, understanding …

In this episode of The ESG Experience, guest host Anne Landgraf, a consultant at Conservice ESG, was joined by Minjia Yang and Kelly Worden from the International WELL Building Institute to examine ESG risks and opportunities, specifically those surrounding health & wellbeing and human & social capital, as well as industry trends & emerging regulat…

In this episode of The ESG Experience, Helee Lev and Ryan Nelson are joined by Dale Nirvani Pfeifer, CEO of Goodworld, to examine the critical role of engagement in ESG leadership. They discuss the importance and benefits of engaging your business community, including customers, employees, & shareholders, in ESG efforts, the ways that this engageme…

In this episode of The ESG Experience, Helee Lev and Ryan Nelson are joined by Timothy Kim, CEO at ibV Energy Partners, to discuss the current political landscape & what the next few years will look like for ESG investing. Topics covered include the current administration’s commitment and progress around clean energy support & implementation, how c…

In this episode of The ESG Experience, Helee Lev and Ryan Nelson are joined by Urvashi Bhatnagar. They discuss how firms can incorporate ESG into corporate strategy to go beyond compliance & disclosure, leading efforts & best practices around preventing greenwashing and rainbow-washing, trends in urban sustainability, themes & takeaways from Urvash…

In this episode of The ESG Experience, Helee Lev and Ryan Nelson are joined by Eddy Soffer, ESG Manager at Interactive Brokers, to explore some of the ways that ESG has evolved over last decade, discuss the current state of diversity, equity, & inclusion, examine trends around corporate compliance & greenwashing, and contemplate where the future of…

Companies' social efforts tend to center around employees' health and wellbeing, and while this should not be lost nor minimized, companies' focus should also include their surrounding communities. In this episode, Ryan Nelson is joined by Hannah Nelson to discuss the anthropological impact of ESG.Door Conservice ESG

In this episode, Helee Lev is joined by fellow Conservice team members Adam Sirvinskas, Dax Madsen, & Heidi Stenvig to talk about the intersection of ESG and waste management. They examine perceptions of waste, the challenges of dealing with waste, waste management approaches from both corporate & individual perspectives, how waste management fits …

In this episode, Helee Lev and Ryan Nelson are joined by Chris Patteson, Chief Technology Officer and Chief Information Security Officer at FRONTdoor Collective, to discuss the relationship between ESG and risk management. They examined industry trends and the direction of ESG in 2022 and beyond, explored the growing emphasis on the social aspect o…

In this episode, Helee Lev and Ryan Nelson are joined by Yaniv Kalish, Founder & CEO of SolarKal, to talk about the intersection of ESG and solar energy. They discussed current & emerging industry trends, the evolution of solar technology, best practices for identifying opportunities & selecting vendors, benefits of solar energy for properties & po…

In this episode, Helee Lev and Ryan Nelson are joined by Susan Hunt Stevens, Founder & CEO of WeSpire, to discuss driving purpose in a business with an increasingly remote-first workforce. They review industry shifts & trends, common challenges that companies are facing & the role of reporting and disclosure in overcoming them, how DEI initiatives …

In this episode of The ESG Experience, Helee Lev and Ryan Nelson are joined by Laura Coy, Head of Philanthropy Strategy & ESG Integration at William Blair, to examine how a multidimensional business can integrate ESG while overcoming a historically siloed organization structure.Door Conservice ESG

In this episode of The ESG Experience, Ryan Nelson is joined by Carlos Solano, ESG Manager at Goby, and special guest Tim Kleiman, Managing Director & Head of ESG at Golub Capital, to discuss ESG from a lender’s perspective. They discussed Golub’s longstanding commitment to ESG and strategies they’ve used for incorporating ESG into their corporate …

In this episode, Helee Lev and Ryan Nelson are joined by Chris Laughman, VP of Sustainability at Conservice, to explore how data is being used to drive greenhouse gas reductions in commercial real estate. They discuss how real estate portfolios can use utility data to uncover energy efficiency opportunities, methods for reducing GHG emissions acros…

In this episode of The ESG Experience, Helee Lev and Ryan Nelson are joined by Patrick Wood Uribe, CEO of FinTech startup Util, to discuss influences and trends that will affect the ESG investing landscape in 2022. Topics include lingering effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, ESG investment growth and the emergence of required disclosures in the U.S.,…

In this episode of The ESG Experience, hosts Helee Lev and Ryan Nelson are joined by Alisa Mall, Managing Director at Foresite Capital, to discuss the state of diversity & inclusion in the investment management industry and examine strategies and best practices for improving diversity & inclusion across portfolios.…

In this episode of The ESG Experience, hosts Helee Lev and Ryan Nelson are joined by Summer Haltli, Senior Vice President of Strategic Management & Sustainability at FCP. They discuss how FCP's adaptive reuse projects and workforce housing investments relate to ESG and dive into the ways that FCP's disciplined & strategic investment approach has cr…

In this episode of The ESG Experience, hosts Helee Lev and Ryan Nelson are joined by guest speaker Pamela Hendrickson, Vice Chairman at The Riverside Company, to discuss the driving forces behind the increasing demand for ESG in private equity.Door Conservice ESG

In this episode of The ESG Experience, hosts Helee Lev and Ryan Nelson are joined by guest speaker Kelly Meissner, Director of Sustainability at Ventas REIT, to discuss the process of conceptualizing, creating, and sharing a corporate social responsibility (CSR) report. Ventas is a prime example of how an organization can create an impactful CSR re…

In this episode of The ESG Experience, podcast hosts Helee Lev and Ryan Nelson are joined by Mari Bishop, ESG manager at Goby, to discuss how the political future of the US will affect the ESG landscape. They examine the incoming Biden administration’s ESG-related policies and plans and review the administration’s plans to intensify the imperative …

ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) no longer lives on the periphery of business; it’s front and center for executives and stakeholders, and ESG principles are at the core of business values and operations. The concept of resiliency has gained traction in the last two years, particularly in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. In the inaugural ep…