Conscious Capitalism Atlanta

What if work didn’t have to feel like work? Conscious Capitalists believe that highly profitable businesses can also elevate humanity, creating value, fostering innovation, and making work a meaningful experience. Join us for Work is Fun: The King of Pops Story on April 24 at Improving in Alpharetta, where Steve Carse and Nick Carse will share how they built a multi-million dollar business in King of Pops rooted in purpose, culture, and Conscious Leadership—all while keeping fun at the heart of everything they do. ?? Steve’s new book, ???????? ???? ??????, unpacks seven ways to create a more fulfilling workplace—without switching careers or chasing a bigger paycheck. Come hear firsthand how making work enjoyable can drive both success and happiness. The first 50 attendees to arrive will get a free copy for signing! Will there be Chocolate Sea Salt? Maybe Raspberry Lime? Or could a Limited Edition surprise make an appearance? There’s only one way to find out. ??? Secure your ticket today! ??? Thursday, April 24 ? 5:00 PM - 7:30 PM ?? Improving, Alpharetta ?? Register now: https://lnkd.in/eWQiiV8D

Last night we kicked off our 37th 48in48 event!!! This one is our Women's Build event - over 300 women around the world will be building 48 nonprofit websites this weekend - and one of my favorite humans, ??Jo Ann Herold, MBA, ACC, gave the keynote address ?? Her message to the volunteers was inspiring and heartfelt and positive, just like Jo Ann herself.

“If you want to go far, go together”. I joined AMA Atlanta many years ago to see what I could learn and who I could meet. Along the way, not only did the events keep me sharp on current marketing trends, I also made life long friends who go out of their way for others. A community that you can lean into to be a better person. Last night’s AMY Awards was magical. A wonderland theme brought to life by celebrating colorful work and the colorful talent in the room. Congrats to Ken Bernhardt for receiving our first ever Visionary Award for setting up the collegiate scholarship program many years ago and for his ongoing contributions. Including ??Jo Ann Herold, MBA, ACC’s incredible poem to Ken. To Wonya Lucas for receiving our Lifetime Achievement Award. Including Scot Safon’s incredible story of friendship. To Guy R. Powell for receiving Board Member of the year. To Sharon Harris for receiving Volunteer of the year. Including the best introduction I ever heard from Sequoyah Glenn, MBA. To our DECA and Collegiate Scholarship recipients and Mentor and Mentee winners. And to all of the category winners and guests who celebrated a great night of creativity and community. And, of course to Christina Steiner, Kim Pollard and Nina Norris Hines, BBA for bringing the event to life! And to Paul Carpenter and his team at Rise Studios for putting together a special video for Wonya. And to our fearless Mad Hatter and leader- John Levinson. It was great to be with people throughout the night including Tonya O'Connell Ashish Arya Robert Dimson Robert Dolan Joe Koufman Aaron Gill Rich Nobliski, MBA Murray Goldstein Jon Watts Vicky Whitley Wilkens Leah K. Rasori Missy Taylor, MBA Kari Hiner Sarah Tourville Roberto Gomez Jr. Trey Toler Tom Carr Douwe Bergsma Kate Metzinger and so many others.

The more I get involved with Conscious Capitalism, Inc., the more I believe in it and the more I see how it truly aligns with our work at Rootstock. During yesterday’s Conscious Capitalism Atlanta Essentials Reunion event, we revisited the four core tenets of CC: - Higher Purpose - Stakeholder Orientation - Conscious Leadership - Conscious Culture As we briefly unpacked them, some of the language felt like it could have been pulled directly from the Rootstock website! For example: Higher Purpose: “Elevating humanity through business begins with knowing why your company exists.” - Our work is all about helping leaders elevate their field. This is why our Kernel of Truth offering (your Thought Leadership Starting Point) is so important. (More here: https://lnkd.in/eit9NtYm) Conscious Leadership: “Conscious Leaders are the standard-bearer for your company’s higher purpose… Without better leaders, there is no better world.” - As you work to elevate your field, you’re simultaneously growing your brand and scaling your business. This is why our Radicle Report offering (your Thought Leadership Position) is so important. (More here: https://lnkd.in/euMnC3Rz) From here, building out your thought leadership strategy and content ecosystem, and then consistently creating high-value content, generating conversations, and making new connections, will build that clout you seek as the leader who is elevating your field with your thought leadership. Curious about getting started on your #ThoughtLeadership journey? Let’s chat. (Also, big thanks to Matthew Sutton, CFRE for being his usual amazing facilitator self, and to United Way of Greater Atlanta for being such gracious hosts.)

Look who's talking at WBENC's upcoming financial literacy and capital readiness event for women-led businesses. Our very own Leslie Zinn! If you've never tapped into WBENC's excellent programming, now's the time! Don't miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights and network with inspiring entrepreneurs. https://bit.ly/4hT8vI2

Big win for Alloy and our amazing clients at Georgia Aquarium. We took home the win at the AMA Atlanta AMY Awards last night for Digital and Mobile.

From a single pushcart to a multi-city operation. When Steve Carse got laid off in 2009, he took a leap of faith, drawing inspiration from Latin American paletas and starting King of Pops with a single cart. Today, it’s a thriving company dedicated to “Unexpected Moments of Happiness” and giving back to the community. Check out his story ?? https://lnkd.in/eg8h94SY At Work is Fun: The King of Pops Story, Steve & Nick Carse will share: ? How purpose and ownership drive business success ? Why work doesn’t have to feel like a grind ? How they scaled while staying true to their values ?? Plus, get an exclusive look at Steve’s new book, Work Is Fun, launching on King of Pops’ 15th anniversary this April! ??? Thursday, April 24 ? 5:00 PM - 7:30 PM ?? Improving Office, Alpharetta ??? Don't miss it! Register now: https://lnkd.in/eWQiiV8D

Podcast 1 of 2 today! ?? My goal this year was to spend more time in front of the mic ?? and feel so blessed to have two speaking opportunities today. Thank you Said Chowdhury for a great conversation and I look forward to the episode launch in 4 weeks!

So many words. So much to say. But does your story land? The launch of Storytellers Table was a huge success, and here’s why: If you want to be seen as an authority in your field, speaking is the #1 way to get there. Huge gratitude to Javier Santana for being an amazing Fireside Chat speaker—your energy and expertise were contagious! Telling your story isn’t just about having one—it’s about defining it, refining it and speaking it out loud. We kicked off with an incredible group, and we’re keeping the momentum going: ?? Virtual event in April ?? In-person event in May Join us and start owning your story. Sign up here to get on the list: https://lnkd.in/ewvBmStq Photo credit (super grateful): John Glenn

Last night, I had the pleasure of attending the Female Founder event, co-hosted by Jenn Graham with Inclusivv and Jennifer Bonnett with Invest Atlanta. It was more than a social gathering. We came together to share what it’s like to be a female entrepreneur in Atlanta: what’s working, what’s missing, and where our city can step up to help us grow and thrive. Here are some preliminary takeaways: - Childcare solutions that make it possible to build a business and a family - A centralized hub of resources - Funding, especially for professional services (often overlooked) - Tax credits? - Help with lead generation to unlock more revenue and reach Atlanta has an abundance of resources. I’m grateful for organizations like Invest Atlanta that are being intentional and coordinated to support female founders further. Let’s build a city where every woman with a business idea has the support she needs to bring it to life and grow it! If you attended, what resonated most with you??If you missed it, what do you think is missing to unleash the full potential of women entrepreneurs? Karen Robinson Cope, Lior Vainer, Heather Gibbons, Kathy Long, Cindy Abel, Bari Schlam Holmes, CERP