Living with Purpose
Episodes
#Episode 111 - Kartik Ram - JP Morgan
08 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Kartik Ram is Vice President and Relationship Manager at J.P. Morgan Private Client.With more than 26 years of experience across private banking, asse...
#Episode 110 - Jean-Philippe Courtois - President & co-founder - Live for Good
04 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Jean-Philippe Courtois is a truly remarkable global leader whose career has shaped business, technology, entrepreneurship and positive impact on an in...
#Episode 109 - Preeti Suri - Founder & CEO of AdventureTripr
29 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
After more than 15 years in investment banking and consulting, Preeti made a bold shift into entrepreneurship. What sparked it wasn’t a business pla...
#Episode 108 - Michelle Desmond - Founder of On Grief and Death
24 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Michelle Desmond is a leading voice at the intersection of grief science and innovation.As a trained thanatologist, consultant, and former executive a...
#Episode 107 - Brian Baird - Former Member of Congress
21 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Brian Baird is a former Member of Congress, a clinical psychologist, and a university president who has advised governments, organisations, and leader...
#Episode 106 - Gabriele Pao-Pei Andreoli
15 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Gabriele is a physician, author, and international academic leader dedicated to advancing ethical innovation and global cooperation. He serves as Pres...
#Episode 105 - Mahnaz Javid - President - Mona Foundation
10 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Mahnaz Javid is the President of the Mona Foundation, an organisation that, since 1999, has been on a mission to alleviate poverty and inequality thro...
#Episode 104 - Amanda Schneider - Founder ThinkLab
02 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Amanda Schneider is the founder of ThinkLab, the research division of SANDOW Design Group, where she sits right at the intersection of business strate...
#Episode 103 - Rajeev Agarwal - Founder MAQ Software
20 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Rajeev Agarwal has built his life’s work around helping organisations make better decisions, create stronger systems, and unlock greater impact thro...
#Episode 102 - Rashaana Shah - Movie Producer
12 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Rashaana Shah, a serial entrepreneur whose career sits at the intersection of film, music, art and technology.Born in India and originally trained as ...
Genevieve Gaiser Tremblay - Creative Catalyst
10 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Genevieve Gaiser Tremblay is a new media artist, creative technologist, and researcher working at the intersection of art, science, and environmental ...
#Episode 100 - Jocelyn Mangan - CEO of illumyn
03 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to our 100th episode of Living With Purpose!One hundred conversations exploring leadership, resilience, impact, and what it truly means to liv...
#Episode 99 - Bill Karidias - President - Spartan Equipment
26 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Bill Karidias is a business leader operating at the intersection of innovation, industry expertise, and customer driven growth. As part of Spartan Equ...
#Episode 98 - Dr. Kohinoor Darda - Founder of ARISA Foundation
24 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Kohinoor Darda is a neuroscientist, researcher, artist, and founder who is building bridges between disciplines that are too often kept apart. Wit...
#Episode 97 - Jane Meseck - Global Washington
20 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Jane Meseck is a humanitarian leader and long standing force behind global nonprofit innovation and technology for good.Jane has spent more than two d...
#Episode 96 - Jon Browning - CEO - Global Mentorship Initiative
18 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Jon Browning is the CEO of the Global Mentorship Initiative, an organisation built on a powerful belief that mentorship has the ability to transform l...
#Episode 95 - Shelly Kurtz - Co-founder (Re) Purpose
11 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Shelly Kurtz is an award winning communications executive, strategist, and facilitator who believes deeply in the power of intention, connection, and ...
#Episode 94 - Lalita Uppala - Executive Director
04 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Lalita is a leader who sits at the intersection of purpose and action. Her work is rooted in a deep commitment to inclusion, social equity, and buildi...
#Episode 93 - Bridgette Stumpf - CEO and Co-Founder of Volare
02 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Bridgette Stumpf is a survivors’ rights advocate and one of the leading voices shaping restorative and trauma-responsive systems in the United State...
#Episode 92 - Amanda Hart - Reinvention Mentor
29 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Amanda Hart is a reinvention mentor and author who has spent more than three decades guiding individuals through profound personal transformation.Aman...
#Episode 91 - Joan Wang - Pacific Northwest
26 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Joan Wang is a performance driven leader with deep experience in the airlines and negotiation industry, working at the intersection of strategy, opera...
#Episode 90 - Vinaya Rao - Viya Contemporary
20 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Vinaya Rao is the founder of Viya Contemporary.Vinaya is a curator, cultural connector, and community builder who has created something truly special ...
#Episode 89 - Pamela Passman - Global Chair APCO
19 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Pamela Passman is a global leader who has spent her career operating at the powerful intersection of technology, policy, integrity, and impact.Pamela ...
#Episode 88 - Kevin Espirito - Founder Webloom
14 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Kevin’s work sits at the intersection of purpose, growth, and long term thinking. Through Webloom, he helps organisations move beyond surface level ...
#Episode 87 - Neha Krishnan - Builder, connector, and creative force
12 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Neha Krishnan is a builder, connector, and creative force who has spent over 15 years shaping talent ecosystems at some of the world’s most influent...
#Episode 86 - Arun Jain - Urban Designer
08 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Arun is a globally respected urban designer and strategist with more than four decades of experience shaping cities, systems, and policy at the highes...
#Episode 85 - Jon Sabes - Founder of LongevityFP
05 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Jon Sabes is a trailblazing entrepreneur, author, and thought leader who is deeply focused on one question how do we build a better future by making b...
#Episode 84 - Beth Kanter - Speaker, Trainer & Author
09 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Beth Kanter has spent more than twenty five years helping nonprofits all over the world transform the way they work. She is recognised by Fast Company...
#Episode 83 - Dr. Basma AlBuhairan - Managing Director - C4IR Saudi Arabia (WEF Affiliate Centre)
06 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Basma AlBuhairan is the Managing Director of C4IR Saudi Arabia (WEF Affiliate Centre), where she leads national and global initiatives at the inte...
#Episode 82 - Elizabeth Stokely - Executive Director of Global Washington
01 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Elizabeth Stokely is an MBA with seventeen years of experience in global development and international business. A Fulbright Scholar, a Peace Corps al...
#Episode 81 - Alka Badshah - Founder Anarti Therapeutics
24 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Alka Badshah is an executive with deep roots in emerging technology and finance, a leader who knows how to build profitable businesses, yet her true p...
#Episode 80 - Shelley Winner - Founder Winner's Circle
21 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Shelley Winner is the Founder of Winners Circle, an organisation built on one powerful belief. Your past does not decide your future. Your purpose doe...
#Episode 79 - Linda Eddleman - CEO Trust for the Americas
29 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Linda Eddleman is the CEO of the Trust for the Americas, a non profit organisation that is affiliated with the Organization of American States. Since ...
#Episode 78 - Osama Manzar - Founder & CEO
22 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Osama Manzar is the Founder and CEO of the Digital Empowerment Foundation, one of India’s most impactful social enterprises working to bridge the di...
#Episode 77 - Dan Terry - Founder
17 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dan Terry is a visionary engineer, innovator, and co-author in Living with Purpose.As the founder of DANTERRY Inc., Dan has spent more than four decad...
#Episode 76 - Payal Tiwana - Founder & CEO
14 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
With over 25 years of leadership at Amazon and Microsoft, Payal Tiwana has built and scaled global products that have transformed industries, from clo...
#Episode 75 - Stephanie Ellis-Smith - Founder Phila Engaged Giving
09 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Stephanie Ellis Smith is the founder of Phīla Engaged Giving, a philanthropy advising firm that helps individuals and organizations give with clarity...
#Episode 74 - Sam Vaghar - Millennium Campus Network
06 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
As Executive Director of the Millennium Campus Network, Sam Vaghar’s north star is clear, helping young people own their voice and power to make a d...
#Episode 73 - Rachel Hutchisson - CEO - Common Impact
30 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Rachel leads an organization that acts as a bridge between corporations and nonprofits, creating high-quality, skills-based volunteer opportunities th...
#Episode 72 - Atul Tandon - CEO of Opportunity International
24 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of Living With Purpose, we’re joined by a leader dedicated to tackling one of the world’s greatest challenges, ending extreme pov...
#Episode 71 - Vandana Slatter - WA State Senator
19 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Vandana Slatter is a Washington State Senator, pharmacist, and former biotech scientist with more than two decades of experience at the intersecti...
#Episode 70 - Chloë Swain - Founder - FutureTwin AI
17 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Chloë Swain is the Founder and CEO of FutureTwin AI — your GPS for life. Chloë and her team are pioneering the integration of human insight with A...
#Episode 69 - Degan Ali - CEO Adeso
11 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Degan Ali is the trailblazing CEO of Adeso. Degan is a globally recognised humanitarian and advocate for locally led solutions in development and emer...
#Episode 68 - Pradnya Desh - CEO Advocat AI
21 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Pradnya Desh is the CEO of Advocat AI, Chairperson of the Bellevue College Board of Trustees, attorney, entrepreneur, and former US diplomat.At Advoca...
#Episode 67 - Gerome Seeney - Founder & CEO - Madd Kitchen
16 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Gerome Seeney is the Founder & CEO at Madd Kitchen Inc., where he is redefining the third home experience through hospitality, entertainment, and ...
#Episode 66 - Dr. Ekin Yasin - Teaching Professor
05 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Ekin Yasin is a dynamic voice in media, culture, and communication. Ekin is a Teaching Professor and Director of the Communication Leadership grad...
#Episode 65 - Claudia Miclaus - CEO Stellr
31 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Claudia Miclaus is a powerhouse in personal branding and purposeful influence. As the founder and CEO of Stellr, Claudia is redefining what it means t...
#Episode 64 - Tysha Tolbert - Founder - PondHR Ai
28 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tysha Tolbert is a serial entrepreneur, tech industry veteran, and the powerhouse founder of PondHR Ai, a cutting-edge SaaS platform redefining what i...
#Episode 63 - Julie Pham - CEO - CuriosityBased
22 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Julie Pham is a Cambridge-trained historian, award-winning organizational development leader, and the CEO of CuriosityBased.Julie’s journey span...
#Episode 62 - Erica Barnhart - Founder - Claxon
16 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Erica Barnhart is a transformative communication coach, accomplished author, and the founder of Claxon.Erica has made it her mission to help purpose-d...
#Episode 61 - Tim Johnson - CEO - Health in Tech
10 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tim Johnson is the CEO of Health in Tech, a leader who’s made it his mission to solve some of the most critical challenges in healthcare delivery an...
#Episode 60 - Jen Martin - Leadership Coach
08 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jen Martin has spent over 25 years guiding leaders through that transformation. With a career spanning both corporate and social sectors, Jen brings d...
#Episode 59 - Zach Kelling - Founder - Lux
03 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Zach Kelling is an engineer, cypherpunk, and the visionary founder of LUX — a decentralized, quantum-safe platform reshaping the future of finance a...
#Episode 58 - Molly Tschang - Founder - Skillfully
01 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Molly Tschang is the powerhouse behind Skillfully, a leadership development firm helping senior executives and leadership teams build the skills and t...
#Episode 57 - Riadh Bouaziz - CEO RKF Luxury Linen
27 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Riadh Bouaziz is the visionary CEO behind RKF Luxury Linen, a brand renowned for redefining luxury in the hospitality world. With a presence in the mo...
#Episode 56 - Paul Flynn - Founder GRO Foundation
24 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Paul Flynn is the Founder and Board Chairman of the GRO Foundation, a global nonprofit driving meaningful environmental and social impact.With over 15...
#Episode 55 - Shampa Bagchi - Founder - ConvergeHub
19 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Shampa Bagchi is a visionary tech entrepreneur and the founder of ConvergeHub, a platform that’s empowering small businesses to compete on a global ...
#Episode 54 - Julia Qian - Health in Tech
16 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Julia Qian is a passionate leader at the intersection of health and technology. With a background that bridges innovation and well-being, Julia is on ...
#Episode 53 - Vivek Bhaskaran - Founder QuestionPro
10 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Vivek is the founder and CEO of QuestionPro, a global leader in online survey and research technology, empowering decision-makers with real-time insig...
#Episode 52 - Sharmila Rathinam - Founder Eat Happy
06 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Sharmila Rathinam is the Founder of Eat Happy.After years in the corporate world, Sharmila chose to follow a deeper calling, to help people rebuild th...
#Episode 51 - Rabbi Elie Abadie M.D.
03 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Rabbi Elie Abadie M.D. is a physician, faith leader, and passionate advocate for interfaith dialogue and cultural understanding. Born in Lebanon and s...
#Episode 50 - Sital Kalantry - Seattle University
21 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On the 50th episode of Living with Purpose, we’re joined by Sital Kalantry, Professor of Law and Associate Dean at Seattle University. A leading voi...
#Episode 49 - Dr Mart McClellan - Macro Wealth
18 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Mart McClellan is a practicing orthodontist and financial advisor with a truly unique perspective.Inspired by mission trips to Kenya, Guatemala, a...
#Episode 48 - Jon DeVaan - Board Chair
14 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jon DeVaan is a trailblazer in both the tech world and the movement for political reform. As the former Corporate Vice President at Microsoft, Jon hel...
#Episode 47 - Jeff Henshaw - Founder
12 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jeff Henshaw is a visionary technologist, founder of Upshift Intelligence, and a pioneer at the intersection of emerging tech and human-centered innov...
#Episode 46 - Andy Wang - Runnymede Capital
07 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Andy Wang is a seasoned financial advisor, podcast host, and Managing Partner at Runnymede Capital Management. Known for blending mindful living with ...
#Episode 45 - Scott Jackson - Global Impact
01 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Scott Jackson is the President and CEO of Global Impact and leads Global Impact Ventures, a family of mission-driven organizations, including Global I...
#Episode 44 - Cleo Escarez - Redyoos
28 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Cleo Escarez is the founder of Redyoos, a movement to recycle jewelry and support clean energy. Cleo’s mission breathes new life into forgotten trea...
#Episode 43 - Alice Shobe - Global Director of Amazon Community Impact
22 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Alice Shobe is the Global Director of Amazon Community Impact, where she leads efforts to support communities around the world, from disaster relief t...
#Episode 42 - Rich Tong & Trang Le
17 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Rich Tong is co-founder of TNE.ai, a forward-thinking company building the next wave of AI tools to amplify human creativity and business impact.Trang...
#Episode 41 - Linda Young and Kimberley Lau - Project ReWear
31 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Linda Young and Kimberley Lau are the visionary minds behind Project ReWear.In a world of fast fashion and disposable trends, Linda and Kimberley are ...
#Episode 40 - Michael Fors - UN Fellow
20 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Michael Fors is a United Nations Fellow with a career dedicated to global development, leadership, and impact.With extensive experience at the interse...
#Episode 39 - Courtney Roberts - Moonshot Global
10 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Courtney Roberts is the founder of Moonshot Global, a firm driving impact through innovative finance, open innovation, and trade. With experience in 3...
#Episode 38 - Malini Balakrishnan - Physician & Sanjay Parthasarathy - Co-owner Seattle Orcas
04 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Malini is a dedicated Physician at Sea Mar Community Health Centers, where she champions compassionate care and groundbreaking community health initia...
#Episode 37 - Priya Christensen - Public Health and Biochemistry student at University of Washington
20 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Priya Christensen is a dedicated Public Health and Biochemistry student at the University of Washington. With a passion for understanding the intricat...
#Episode 36 - Naomi Mathew Vettath - UX Designer and Master of Communication in Digital Media
11 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Naomi Mathew Vettath is a highly accomplished UX Designer and Master of Communication in Digital Media. With her expertise in crafting seamless user e...
#Episode 35 - Christy Johnson - CEO - Artemis Connection
27 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Christy Johnson, the visionary CEO of Artemis Connection. As a seasoned leader and strategic thinker, She has dedicated her career to helping organiza...
#Episode 34 - Dr. Kadhir Raja - High School Vice Principal
24 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Kadhir Raja is an innovative educator and the Vice Principal. With years of experience in shaping young minds and fostering academic excellence,...
#Episode 33 - Jessica Rothenberg-Aalami - CEO & Founder - Cell-Ed
16 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jessica Rothenberg-Aalami, is a visionary entrepreneur dedicated to bridging the digital and educational divide. Through Cell-Ed, she has pioneered mo...
#Episode 32 - Beth Kanter - Speaker, Trainer & Author
13 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Beth Kanter is an acclaimed speaker, trainer, and author, known for her groundbreaking work in the nonprofit sector. With decades of experience, she h...
#Episode 31 - Muhi Khwaja - Community Connector
08 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Muhi Khwaja, is a passionate community connector and co-founder of the American Muslim Community Foundation. With a deep commitment to philanthropy, ...
#Episode 30 - Sabine Morlock - Microsoft Alumni Network
06 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A dynamic leader and a key member of the Microsoft Alumni Network. Sabine’s journey is a testament to the power of innovation, collaboration, and li...
#Episode 29 - Dawn Trudeau - Co-Owner - Seattle Storm
03 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
As a co-owner of the WNBA's Seattle Storm, Dawn has played a pivotal role in driving the success of one of the league's most celebrated fran...
#Episode 28 - Sayu Bhojwani - Founder & CEO
30 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Sayu Bhojwani is an outspoken advocate for shaking up the status quo in our democracy. As the author of People Like Us: The New Wave of Candidates Kno...
#Episode 27 - Sunny Gurpreet Singh - Founder
17 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Sunny Gurpreet Singh is an entrepreneur and philanthropist based in Seattle, USA. As a founder and leader, he is passionate about driving positive cha...
#Episode 26 - Trish Millines Dziko - Social Entrepreneur
15 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Trish Millines Dziko is a trailblazer in technology, education, and equity. As the co-founder of the Technology Access Foundation, Trish has dedicated...
#Episode 25 - Astha Soni - Aspiring Physician
13 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Astha is a double B.S. in Psychology and Human Development at the University of California, Davis, and an aspiring Pediatric Psychiatrist, She is pass...
#Episode 24 - Mark Lindsay & Duane Gibson - Livingston Group
10 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Mark Lindsay served on President Obama’s Transition Team and in President Clinton’s White House as Assistant to the President for the Office of Ma...
#Episode 23 - Lisa Goodman - The Benaroya Company
04 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Lisa Goodman is a distinguished corporate executive, entrepreneur, and board director with over 30 years of expertise across industries like technolog...
#Episode 22 - Wanona Satcher - Mākhers Studio
02 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Wanona Satcher is the visionary CEO and Founder of Mākhers Studio. With a mission to transform spaces and empower communities, Wanona combines innova...
#Episode 21 - Beth Knight - Social Impact & Sustainability Leader
26 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Beth Knight is a passionate advocate for purpose-led business transformation and a recognized leader in sustainable business management. With over fif...
#Episode 20 - Jayshree Seth - 3M Scientist
22 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Jayshree Seth is a Corporate Scientist and Chief Science Advocate at 3M. With a passion for combining creativity and technical expertise, she’s on a...
#Episode 19 - Amy Enright - Newton Street
20 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Amy Enright is the dynamic founder of Newton Street, a PR firm committed to driving meaningful impact. Amy is redefining what it means to lead with pu...
#Episode 18 - MR Rangaswami - Founder at Indiaspora
14 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
MR Rangaswami is the visionary founder of Indiaspora. An accomplished entrepreneur, investor, and community leader, MR has dedicated his life to build...
#Episode 17 - Vida Killian - Starbucks
12 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Vida Killian is the a Director of the Starbucks Alumni Community. With her deep passion for connection, collaboration, and the empowerment of others, ...
#Episode 16 - Stephen Ritz - Founder at Green Bronx Machine
07 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Stephen Ritz is the dynamic founder of Green Bronx Machine. Stephen is an educator, innovator, and urban farmer who has turned his passion for communi...
#Episode 15 - John Cook - Co-founder at GeekWire
05 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
John Cook is the Co-founder of GeekWire, the leading technology news source that has chronicled the rise of tech innovation for over a decade. With a ...
#Episode 14 - Adnan Mahmud - Founder at FORWARD
31 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Adnan Mahmud is the visionary founder of FORWARD, a company dedicated to empowering people to make a positive impact on the world. With a background i...
#Episode 13 - Aaron Hurst - Movement Builder
29 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Aaron Hurst is the visionary founder of the Taproot Foundation. Aaron is a social entrepreneur, an expert in purpose-driven work, and a thought leader...
#Episode 12 - Ted Gray & Ken Oliver - CROP Organization
22 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
CROP, which stands for Creating Restorative Opportunities and Programs, is an organization dedicated to supporting formerly incarcerated individuals a...