Ep. 001 Embracing Authenticity & Abundance For Future Success

Regan and Candice Cook Simmons, Chief Strategy Officer for Candarah Media, delve into the intricacies of cultural insights, data-informed decision-making and the necessity of embracing disruption for growth. They explore how intergenerational perspectives can shape trends, the importance of an expansive and abundant mindset, and the connection between authenticity and seizing future opportunities. Key Takeaways The importance of getting outside your echo chamber and seeking multi-generational perspectives when preparing for the future. Why being data-informed is different (and better) than being data-driven.  The transformative power of reining in your ego and looking to nature to stay grounded. Why disruption is challenging the status quo with speed and doing it with impact.  Building a culture that values abundance, and the struggles companies face when identifying what’s authentic for them. Resources Connect with Candice Cook Simmons on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/candice-s-cook-7454177/ Learn about Candice’s company: https://www.candicecook.com/  About Our Guest  Candice Cook Simmons, Esq. is a C-Suite entertainment executive, business strategist, and attorney. She is the lawyer and strategist responsible for the trademark and scaling of the Cronut pastry for Dominique Ansel which went on to change the way the legal and business community thought of the power of small businesses and IP. She went on with the team to scale the IP to an international business of media, locations, books, fashion/accessories, and a state of the art venue at Caesars in Vegas. With a professional background that includes entertainment, global market verticals ranging from consumer packaged goods, technology, and fintech industries, Candice has solidified her well-rounded reputation as a top leader at the intersection of content creation and entertainment, business, legal, and strategy. Candice has been featured in numerous publications and “Best of” lists by media outlets – including the New York Times – in recognition of her significant contributions to legal strategy and global business expansion and was most recently selected to the 2023 Top 50 Lawyers in America list as well as the National Black Lawyer Top 100—New York list. She currently serves on the Board of Directors for Greyston Bakery and TheHistoryMakers in Chicago and on the Board of Trustees for Playwrights Horizon (the theater behind Broadway sensation, Strange Loop). About Future Fit™ with Regan Robinson  Future Fit™ unravels the secrets of how the world’s most innovative leaders stay future-ready in a fast-paced world. Hosted by futurist and strategist Regan Robinson, each episode explores how trailblazing executives turn uncertainty into their strategic advantage. Gain powerful insights and practical approaches as these visionary minds share the unconventional and imaginative ways they thrive today while leading their teams into tomorrow. If you love what you’re getting out of our show please subscribe, rate and review. About Regan Robinson Regan Robinson is a holistic futurist and business strategist that empowers visionary companies to turn uncertainty into advantage and effortlessly innovate and strategize for their future. Over the course of 20+ years, she has helped some of the world’s most influential brands and companies strategize and grow. Regan has spearheaded revenue increases of 300%+, led as an executive at 3 start-ups and established business models, new capabilities, infrastructure and roadmaps for companies like VICE Media and Edelman Digital. Website: https://www.reganrobinson.com/ LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/reganrobinson Future Fit™ Newsletter: linkedin.com/build-relation/newsletter-follow?entityUrn=7054904910919667713 YouTube: www.youtube.com/@regan_robinson Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamreganrobinson All contents of this show are rights of Regan Robinson and are not to be used unless authorized by written consent.