Hosted by Jeff Blanton and produced in community with BBB Serving the Pacific Southwest SD Campus, Conscious Capitalism SD, B Local SD, and Cause SD
Conscious Curiosity SD
Conscious Curiosity SD provides insight and inspiration from San Diego’s CEOs and Founders who bring purpose to their work and are proving business can positively change the communities we work and live in.
Jeff Blanton | Host
Jeff is a master facilitator, recognized leadership consultant, author, speaker and creator of Jailbreak Leadership, a process that unlocks team performance. Jeff works with teams to facilitate the connection, alignment, and commitment required to identify and implement sustainable change.
Jeff lives in San Diego with his wife and is having the time of his life, driven by his personal purpose to help others mobilize their biggest possibilities and make work meaningful.
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A Company of Joy: Redefining Nonprofit Leadership with Louie Nguyen
When you combine business acumen with a heart for community, powerful things happen. In this episode of Conscious Curiosity SD, Jeff welcomes back Louie Nguyen, former Chief Investment Officer at Mission Driven Finance and now the CEO of SAY San Diego, one of the region’s largest and most impactful nonprofits. Louie shares his bold vision for transforming […]
Reimagining the Office: Venture X’s Collaborative Community Coworking with John Lee
Have you ever walked into a place that instantly feels alive with creativity, connection, and possibility? That’s the energy John Lee has built at Venture X San Diego, and brings to this episode of Conscious Curiosity SD. As the owner and driving force behind this reimagined coworking space, John is helping entrepreneurs, small businesses, and […]
Patagonia & the Cause Conference: Values in Action
On this episode of Conscious Curiosity SD, Jeff sat down with David Hopkins, General Manager of Patagonia Cardiff, to explore how a global brand lives its values right here in San Diego. From pioneering environmental innovations and community partnerships to empowering employees with purpose-driven work, David shares the story of Patagonia’s mission, why “the Earth […]
Leading with Values: Why Giving Back Drives Growth with Bill Brennan
What happens when a business measures success not just by revenue, but by impact? On this episode of Conscious Curiosity SD, Jeff sat down with Bill Brennan, Principal & Chief Risk Officer of CMR Risk and Insurance Services, to explore how values-driven leadership fuels company culture and community impact. Over the last five years, CMR has grown from 25 […]
100% Jerk Free & Leading with Purpose with Reid Carr
On this episode of Conscious Curiosity SD, Jeff sat down with Reid Carr, CEO and founder of Red Door Interactive. For over 20 years, Reid has led one of San Diego’s most innovative marketing and advertising agencies with a clear mission: stay fiercely independent, lead with values, and always put people first. From building a […]
Conscious Capitalism in Action: Inspiring Leaders, Building the Future with Raj Sisodia and Michael Harth
This landmark episode of Conscious Curiosity SD features two pioneers of the Conscious Capitalism movement: Raj Sisodia, Co-Founder and global thought leader, and Michael Harth, Chief Culture Officer & a Founder of LAZ Parking. They share how conscious leadership is transforming business today and why it matters most for the next generation of leaders. From […]
Building a Better Marketplace: Truth, Trust, and the New BBB with Michael Sedio
What if business wasn’t just about profit, but about building trust, driving ethics, and making community impact? In this episode of Conscious Curiosity SD, Jeff sat down with Michael Sedio, VP, COO, and General Counsel of the Better Business Bureau Serving the Pacific Southwest, Central, and Inland California. Michael shares the surprising evolution of the […]
The Art of Exiting Your Business Well with Andrea Steinbrenner
Exiting your business is one of the biggest milestones in any founder’s journey, and one that most will only experience once. It’s not just a financial transaction; it’s an emotional, strategic, and deeply personal transition. How do you let go of something you’ve poured your heart into while ensuring a strong future for your team, […]
The B Corp Blueprint: Past, Present, and Future with Sarah Payne
What if a business failure was actually the beginning of something extraordinary? In this episode of Conscious Curiosity SD, Sarah Payne shares the inspiring origin story of Untours, the first-ever B Corp, and how it sparked a global movement for business as a force for good. With a rich background in economic development and deep […]
The Next Generation of Leadership Starts Now with Ramya Mabry, Andrew Biros, & Jesse Langley
On this episode of Conscious Curiosity SD, Jeff sat down with three incredible guests to discuss the future of purpose-driven business through the lens of the Social Innovation Internship Program, a partnership between Conscious Capitalism San Diego and the University of San Diego. Ramya Mabry, a recent graduate with a Master’s in Social Innovation from […]