In this episode of Finding Fearless, Madeline discusses the importance of businesses in driving social change post-2024 election. She shares her personal journey and the role entrepreneurship plays in economic empowerment. Madeline emphasizes the significance of hiring inclusively, offering comprehensive benefits, and utilizing financial influence to support marginalized communities. The episode serves as a rallying cry for socially-driven founders to use their businesses to protect vulnerable populations under the new administration. Listeners are encouraged to consider how their companies can become powerful tools for justice and equity.

00:00 Introduction to Finding Fearless

01:29 Welcome Back and Episode Overview

02:03 Post-Election Reflections

03:11 Using Business for Social Good

05:45 Employment and Inclusivity

08:01 Benefits and Resources for Employees

09:41 Financial Influence and Social Justice

12:03 Advocating for Key Issues

14:50 Support for Refugees and Immigrants

15:44 Climate Action and Business Responsibility

16:09 Reflecting on the Past Eight Years

17:29 Closing Remarks and Credits

Finding Fearless is an exploration of human-centric leadership and a celebration of ambition, releasing every other week on Wednesdays, 6AM PST. If you liked the show, please rate, review, and share! You can also visit our website to learn more about how to become a sponsor of Finding Fearless!

Finding Fearless is produced by Fearless Foundry, a creative consultancy focused on advancing ambitious humans from around the globe to amplify their impact through branding, marketing, and business development. You can contact us at hello@fearlessfoundry.com if you are interested in our services and can follow us on all social media @fearlessfoundry.

Season 4 music is by Premium Beats. All audio is recorded and owned by Fearless Foundry.

In this episode of Finding Fearless, Madeline interviews Mary Bailey, co-founder and managing director of the Last Prisoner Project (LPP). They discuss cannabis industry opportunities alongside the persisting issue of cannabis-related incarcerations. Mary shares her journey from event production in Hawaii to becoming an advocate for cannabis justice. The episode highlights LPP's work, aiming for the release of cannabis prisoners and promoting a socially conscious industry. Mary's story includes partnerships with artists like Damian Marley and Jim Belushi and emphasizes storytelling as a tool for change.

00:43 Guest Introduction: Mary Bailey of The Last Prisoner Project

03:23 Mary Bailey's Background and Journey

04:38 The Impact of Cannabis Criminalization

07:55 Overcoming Imposter Syndrome

11:10 Building the Last Prisoner Project

13:43 The Story of Richard DeLisi

22:48 The Ongoing Fight for Justice

31:40 The Profit Motive Behind Legalization

32:18 Balancing Advocacy and Privilege

33:03 Survivor's Guilt and Personal Mission

34:59 Building Community and Coalition

36:12 Leveraging Celebrity Platforms

37:45 Advocacy in Action: Lobbying and Vigils

41:36 The Importance of Rescheduling

44:32 Empowering Local Advocacy

50:33 The Future of Cannabis Industry

56:46 Calls to Action and Final Thoughts

Connect with Mary Bailey:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/mary-bailey-0111a8146/

https://www.lastprisonerproject.org/

Finding Fearless is an exploration of human-centric leadership and a celebration of ambition, releasing every other week on Wednesdays, 6AM PST. If you liked the show, please rate, review, and share! You can also visit our website to learn more about how to become a sponsor of Finding Fearless!

Finding Fearless is produced by Fearless Foundry, a creative consultancy focused on advancing ambitious humans from around the globe to amplify their impact through branding, marketing, and business development. You can contact us at hello@fearlessfoundry.com if you are interested in our services and can follow us on all social media @fearlessfoundry.

Season 4 music is by Premium Beats. All audio is recorded and owned by Fearless Foundry.

In this episode of Finding Fearless, Madeline connects with Martin Moll, a former corporate executive who transitioned into entrepreneurship late in life. Martin shares his journey from a top-ranking position in finance to co-founding Breakaway Advisors, highlighting the importance of authenticity, mentorship, and scaling in business. They discuss the Breakaway model, its focus on flexible and equitable work environments, and its impact on both clients and advisors. The conversation also touches on the evolving accounting industry and how Breakaway Advisors is positioned to become a national brand in client accounting services.

01:03 Guest Introduction: Martin Moll's Journey

01:21 The Entrepreneurial Bug: Martin's Transition

01:45 Conversation with Martin Moll Begins

02:52 Martin's Business Backstory

03:17 From Law to Accounting: Martin's Career Path

05:20 Discovering the Entrepreneurial Spirit

05:46 Challenges and Changes in Entrepreneurship

13:03 Building Breakaway Advisors

16:40 Empowering Advisors and Clients

22:53 The Importance of Branding

25:35 The Importance of Scaling in Business

26:25 Building a Brand Beyond the Founders

28:14 The Role of Mentorship in Business Growth

32:19 Challenges and Evolution in the Accounting Industry

37:17 Leveraging AI for Business Efficiency

45:54 Empowering Women in Business

47:36 What's Next for Breakaway and Final Thoughts

Connect with Martin -

https://www.linkedin.com/in/martindmoll/

https://breakawayba.com/

Finding Fearless is an exploration of human-centric leadership and a celebration of ambition, releasing every other week on Wednesdays, 6AM PST. If you liked the show, please rate, review, and share! You can also visit our website to learn more about how to become a sponsor of Finding Fearless!

Finding Fearless is produced by Fearless Foundry, a creative consultancy focused on advancing ambitious humans from around the globe to amplify their impact through branding, marketing, and business development. You can contact us at hello@fearlessfoundry.com if you are interested in our services and can follow us on all social media @fearlessfoundry.

Season 4 music is by Premium Beats. All audio is recorded and owned by Fearless Foundry.