B The Change Georgia with Nathan Stuck

What does it take to build workplaces where justice and equity are non-negotiable, even when the tide turns against DEI?

In today’s episode, Nathan Stuck sits down with Ebony Adams, Vice President of Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Allyship (IDEA) at Pariveda Solutions, a B Corp consulting firm. Nathan and Ebony unpack what she's doing to drive authentic, community-rooted DEI work at Pariveda Solutions, and why staying the ...

Nathan Stuck sits down with Shavonn Richardson, Founder of Think and Ink Grant Consulting and a newly certified B Corp.

Shavonn brings a truly unique perspective to the world of grant writing, having sat on both sides of the table as a nonprofit leader and as a grant reviewer and funder.

On today’s episode, Shavonn shares the personal story of nonprofit leadership, her professional journey into the entrepreneuri...

Today’s guest is Gary Whitehurst, CEO and Co-Founder of Brighter Investing—an investment firm that helps its clients align their personal purpose and passion with the places they invest their money.

Gary brings a unique background to this work, leveraging his decades of experience in the investment and wealth management industry to build something different, a socially and environmentally geared impact investing firm.&n...

Today, Nathan Stuck sits down with Brandy Hall, Founder and CEO of Shades of Green Permaculture, an Atlanta-based company transforming landscapes—and lives—through regenerative design and ecological stewardship. With nearly two decades of experience, Brandy has built a values-driven company that not only restores land but also fosters meaningful jobs and long-term impact in her community.

In this conversation, Nathan an...

Today, you’ll learn from Adria Marshall, Founder and CEO of EcoSlay—a Georgia-based, Black woman-owned haircare company with a dedicated fancbase and a clear commitment to doing good.

What started as a side hustle mixing natural ingredients in her kitchen while working as a software developer has grown into a thriving business with sustainability and social impact at its core.

In this episode, Adria shares her unexpecte...

Today, Nathan Stuck is joined by Lexie Newhouse, Program Director at Boomtown Innovation.

Lexie is a powerhouse in the entrepreneurship space, working to bridge the gap between startup concepts and small business success. With experience in policy advocacy, ecosystem building, and direct support for founders, she’s passionate about helping businesses thrive—not just by tracking outputs, but by measuring real-world outco...

On today’s episode, Nathan sits down with Marie Davis, Executive Director of the Georgia Center for Employee Ownership.

Nathan and Marie explore how businesses can transition to employee ownership, a move that preserves the founder's legacy and empowers their employees in the process.

Marie shares her personal connection to this work, reflecting on how her family's business could have possibly lived on if her parents had know...

In today’s episode, Nathan Stuck sits down with Jenny Morgan, founder of Pact Three and author of the book Cancel Culture in Climate. Pact Three is dedicated to helping businesses align their values with impactful action.

Jenny’s career spans hospitality, tech, and sustainability consulting, where she has used her entrepreneurial spirit and passion for inclusivity to help organizations navigate the intersection of profi...

Today’s guest is Talibah M. Bayles, a passionate advocate for minority small businesses, national speaker, and the founder of TMB Tax & Financial Services. Drawing on her family’s entrepreneurial legacy and her own experiences, Talibah empowers minority entrepreneurs with the tools and strategies they need to succeed.

In this episode, Talibah shares her journey from growing up in a family o...

We have a special episode for you today. As we close out 2024, Nathan and Quentin take a look back as Nathan shares his thoughts on and learnings from some of this year's episodes.

From employee retention to sustainability, and of course, BLD Southeast, Nathan shares his thoughts and learnings from this year. B the Change Georgia has hosted many guests who showcase how businesses can positively impact thei...

Nathan Stuck sits down with Jay Bailey, the President and CEO of the Russell Innovation Center for Entrepreneurs.

Jay is a visionary leader whose mission is to empower and uplift the next generation of entrepreneurs and business owners. With a passion for building communities and creating spaces for underrepresented voices, Jay has dedicated his career to fostering innovation and entrepreneurship in Atlant...

Today Nathan Stuck sits down with keynote speaker, leadership coach, author, and former award-winning NFL Linebacker Rennie Curran.

Rennie shares his journey from the world of professional sports to building a successful career as an entrepreneur and speaker. He offers valuable insights on the importance of personal branding, the challenges that come with career transitions, and how accountability and self...

Today you’ll learn from Enrique Alvarez, Managing Director at Vector Global Logistics, a company dedicated to changing the world through supply chain operations.

Enrique is passionate about the intersection of purpose and business, and under his leadership, Vector has grown to include global offices while maintaining a results-based culture.

In this episode, Enrique shares how Vector Global Lo...

Today you’ll have the opportunity to learn from networking and leadership consultant, speaker, startup advisor, and journalist, Adam Marx.

Adam is the founder of The Zero to One Networker. He draws on more than a decade of experience in the music and startup tech industries to teach others how to cultivate powerful relationships using strategies of patience, consistency, authenticity, and value creation.

Adam shares how his backgro...

How can a large organization successfully implement and sustain zero-waste initiatives while engaging their people and community in long-term environmental responsibility?

In today’s episode, Nathan Stuck sits down with Dawn Brown, to discuss the journey of sustainability and environmental stewardship at the Mercedes Benz Stadium in Atlanta. 

Dawn is Senior Manager of Stadium Tours and Education Programs plus Sustainability at Merc...

On today’s episode, we flip the script as our Producer and the Co-Founder of Chat With Leaders Media, Quentin Thomas, interviews Nathan Stuck about this year’s BLD Southeast conference.

BLD which stands for B Corp Leadership Development is a conferences organized by B Local Community leaders to strengthen and support the local B Corp movement as well as all purpose and mission driven entrepreneurs who will be in attendance. This ye...

On today’s episode, Nathan sits down with Scott Koloms, President and CEO of Facilities Management Services, pbc (or “FMS”), and Founder and CEO of Canopy KY.

FMS is a janitorial services company that believes investing in their people will be good for business and positively impacts the communities they serve. Canopy KY is a nonprofit on a ​​mission to grow Kentucky businesses to positively impact people, our planet, and our futur...

On today’s episode, Nathan Stuck sits down with Phillip Scroggin, Chief Marketing Nerd at Sol Insights.

Phillip is a Certified Marketing Professional with the American Marketing Association and the host of the weekly business podcast: Good Morning, Market. He’s also the founder and Managing Director at Sol Insights, a growth marketing firm based in Savannah, Georgia, centered on everyday businesses.

You’ll hear Phillip share his jo...

Today Nathan Stuck sits down with Heather Orrico, Vice President of Enterprise Sales at Comcast Business. 

Heather shares about the Comcast RISE program, which was originally created in 2020 to help small businesses impacted by COVID-19. Today, the program continues to support the growth of small businesses and entrepreneurs dedicated to uplifting their local communities. This year’s funding opportunity closes on Friday, May 31st a...