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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3 Generations of Coles | Lauren Coles
Lauren Coles is a part of the 3rd Generation of Coles Fine Flooring. For over 75 Years, Coles Fine Flooring has been integrated in the San Diego community. On this episode of Conscious Curiosity SD, Lauren shares her story of growing up in the business and the responsibility of keeping the Coles culture moving into …
From Money to Mission | Bobby Brannigan
Bobby Brannigan, CEO and Founder of Mercato, got his entrepreneurial start reselling candy for profit in school and working in his father’s Brooklyn grocery store. When Bobby saw an opportunity to make money in college reselling textbooks, he jumped on it. Using his fellow hockey teammates for protection in his all-cash business, Bobby launched, built, …
Naturally San Diego’s 2023 Pitch Slam Winner | Kristin Fracassi
Naturally San Diego held their highly successful premier event, Pitch Slam 2023, a shark tank style competition highlighting San Diego’s premier natural products companies. Kristin Fracassi, Founder and CEO of Root and Splendor took home the gold! On this episode of Conscious Curiosity SD, Kristin shares her journey of courageously starting a new venture that …
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The Future is Bright || Sam Pantazopoulos
When you watch the news, it can feel like we are all doomed. Then you meet Sam Pantazopoulos, a young, local entrepreneur and realize, the future is brighter than ever! From writing business plans at 10 years old, to a USD Graduate and the successful Co-Founder and CEO of Vizer, Sam has business running through …
Cause San Diego with Staci Reidinger
Staci Reidinger spent 24 years in the Marine Corps and is now using her leadership and background in public relations as the Co-Executive Director of Cause San Diego. Staci shares her story of joining the Marine Corps at 17, and her experience in an organization that builds leadership, integrity, and determination. Staci is passionate about …
Business For Good San Diego
Business For Good San Diego is on a mission to unite local business owners to drive public policy that improves our community. With over 100 business members, they work with city government, council members, and collaborate with other organizations to influence policy in four areas: Immigration, Business Resources, Homelessness, and Environmental Health. Danea Ramos, Managing …
Serial Entrepreneur with Adam Hiner
Adam Hiner is a serial entrepreneur and founder of several successful businesses. On this week’s episode of Conscious Curiosity SD, Adam shares about his journey as an entrepreneur, the importance of partnership in business, and the balance of time between work, family, and passions. Adam brings his love for food and commitment to sustainability to …
YOU Make a Difference with A.J. van de Ven
A.J. van de Ven has been on a lifelong journey of making a difference. From touching one person at a time as a Barista, to his evolution as CEO of Calsense, leading an inspirational and purpose driven organization saving the world’s most precious resource: water. A.J. provides all the tips and motivation you need to …
“Any Dumbass Can Do It” with Garry Ridge
Garry Ridge spent 25 years as the CEO of WD-40 Company where people and purpose were always at the forefront. Garry’s accomplishments as CEO are impressive. He helped expand the business to a global market and exponentially increase profits. But what Garry is most proud of, is a people driven culture of servant leadership where …
Nerd, Entrepreneur, & World-Changer with Jay Buys
Jay Buys, founder and CEO of Visceral, provides inspiration for those who hesitate to be your best and make a difference. “If you have an idea or a desire to do things differently, just do it.” On this week’s episode of Conscious Curiosity SD, Jay shares how he began his company by literally googling ‘how …
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