SHACK15 Conversations

One year after a stimulating panel discussion with the climate justice org People Over Plastic, SHACK15 -hosted an evening of conversation featuring …

Today, over 100 billion garments are produced annually for less than 8 billion people worldwide, a massive overproduction that places fashion in critical opposition with the planet’s natural capacity to support life on …

After decades of suppression, psychedelic medicine is having a pivotal moment. At the forefront is soap company Dr. Bronner’s, which is among the first companies in the U.S. to offer Ketamine-Assisted Therapy as part of …

Eleven months, nine tournaments, and $1.6 million in prize money all came down to one thing: the finals of the award-winning Meltwater Champions Chess Tour. SHACK15 hosted the Opening Ceremony in San Francisco's iconic …

The African tech scene has witnessed an explosion of innovation and growth in recent years with several impressive startups springing up all across the continent, a staggering influx of global talent and over 5 billion …

The African tech scene has witnessed an explosion of innovation and growth in recent years with several impressive startups springing up all across the continent, a staggering influx of global talent and over 5 billion …

On September 8, SHACK15 hosted the internationally recognized choreographer and the first black female choreographer to make works for the New York City Ballet, Sidra Bell, who was also a 2022 Djerassi Artist In …

Flying cars, teleporters, robot butlers, and geostationary metropolises are just a few of the tropes that have long been used as pop culture markers …

How do we mainstream the story about plastic, climate, and environmental justice? SHACK15 hosted the People Over Plastic BIPOC Storytelling …

On February 15th, SHACK15 hosted a panel conversation about the current state of innovation, legalization, history and opportunity of the burgeoning psychedelic field. The ongoing progress toward legalization of …

SHACK15 collaborators Nkechi Njaka and Cory Tauber, who goes by the artist name Tauwoo, speak about their background and what led them to create the …

On November 17th, SHACK15 hosted a conversation with member Shamini Dhana about circular fashion and the launch of her new company, D/Sphere, with …

On October 6, 2021, SHACK15 member Emma Riley moderated a conversation on climate displacement and creative impact with leaders in entertainment, media, and tech. The conversation focused on how storytellers can …

Who’s profiting off of your personal data? Listen in on a timely discussion between Gil Ruiz, Senior Advisor to New York Senator Kirsten Gilibrand, …

Award winning engineer, activist, author and economist, James Felton Keith joins Erik Rind, Founder & CEO of data privacy company ImagineBC, to unpack the fascinating and timely global movement aimed at creating a …

Remote work has increased overall interest and reliance on digital tools that enhance collaborative and individual productivity however, not all of …

How can we make diversity more than just a buzzword? Pamela Newkirk, award-winning author of 'Diversity, Inc.' and time-honored journalist with The Guardian, The Washington Post and The New York Times shines a bright …

Latinx advocate, visionary social entrepreneur and founder of New York-based non-profit, We Are All Human Foundation, Claudia Romo Edelman has spent years unifying the U.S. Hispanic community by promoting gender and …

It’s no secret that employers in the COVID-19 era have faced a profound set of challenges. In this conversation, creative staffing specialist, Sara Eide unpacks the unprecedented challenges that employers have had to …

With similar tasting notes, history and terroir, it’s no surprise that coffee and chocolate often go hand-in-hand. In this episode, we’re joined by …

Many people are left out of capital markets and the paths to prosperity that they bring -- specifically Latinx communities, women, and other minority groups. In this episode, Latinx entrepreneur and founder of financial …

It’s no secret that young girls are severely underestimated and one of the biggest contributors to this social dilemma is the unrealistic narrative …

For the past few months, we’ve all been watching as our beloved local businesses board up their windows in the fight against COVID-19. Local non-profit arts initiative, Paint the Void, has brought power and inspiration …

Every so often, a gentle reminder on the importance of community and mentorship presents itself. In this episode, we witness just that as …

Even though their end goals are often the same, business professionals and creative teams speak vastly different languages in the conference room, making productive communication seemingly impossible at times. …

Join us for a panel discussion on the intersection of cannabis and technology with leaders in cannabis who are innovating in this rapidly-growing and …

Today's leaders often find themselves asking the “why” and “how” questions that will help drive their teams to success. Rimma Boshernitsan, who advises Fortune 500 CEOs as founder of strategy advisory DIALOGUE, explores …

Have you ever given thought to the carbon footprint that we collectively leave behind on our planet or what companies and individuals can do to …

Imagine a world where everyone, regardless of socioeconomic status, has the ability to access quality legal representation. That’s exactly what Adrian Tirtanadi has created within his award-winning SF-based non-profit, …

Internationally acclaimed humanitarian photographer and master storyteller, Lisa Kristine, has harnessed the power of a photograph to amplify the human experience found in the furthest corners of the world. She has …

As a profound piece of LGBT history and San Francisco’s PRIDE celebration, The Pink Triangle stands as an ode to the dark history of LGBT …

Internationally recognized photographer, director, and producer, Ellie Pritts, speaks with moderator Marcus Colombano to discuss her journey as a …

The lawless high seas hold many secrets, ones that were too tempting for New York Times best-selling author Ian Urbina and renowned ambient …

Have you ever wondered what the intersection of Silicon Valley and Hollywood looks like? Forbes senior editor Zack O'Malley Greenburg shares insights …

If only there was a guide on how to communicate with confidence and authenticity. Author of the new book “How To Listen and How To Be Heard: Inclusive Conversations At Work”, Alissa Carpenter joins moderator Jen …

We’re often unaware of the critical role that food plays in all our lives and how flavors can recreate a distant memory of home. Accomplished chef, …

Media has played an even more striking role in the year 2020 as it has captured people’s attention around the world sharing information about the …

Manny Yekutiel is the Founder of Manny’s, the social gathering and civic event space housed in the Mission district of San Francisco. His dedication to inclusivity, affordability, and service to the local community is …

We all wish that time was on our side, but it always seems to get away from us when we need it most. Bridget Watson Payne, author of the bite-sized-read “How Time Is On Your Side”, shares her wisdom within the world of …

We're often told that today's startup boom has created a plethora of billionaires overnight. Award-winning writer, reporter, and author of the timely …