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?? "So… how often does Fire Rover actually put out a fire?" More than you think. In fact, Fire Rover extinguished 268 fires last year—and that’s before counting the 2,910 verified fire incidents they caught before flames even appeared. In this 5 for 5 episode, Ryan Fogelman breaks down what happens inside Fire Rover’s control room: ?? Agents verify threats using AI + top-tier thermal/optical tech ?? They literally put out fires through the internet ?? Called the fire department 368 times last year ?? Remotely suppressed six fires in one day last week Yes, this is real—and yes, it’s changing how facilities protect their operations. Tim Ridderbos #MakingThePlanetBetterTogether #FireRover #5for5 #Manufacturing

What is FM Certification—and why does it matter for risk management? In this 5 for 5 episode, Ryan Fogelman breaks down how FM certification plays a key role in protecting not just facilities, but insurance premiums too. Here’s what we cover in under 5 minutes: ?? How Fire Rover minimizes catastrophic fire loss ? Why FM certification signals risk mitigation to insurers ?? How it can lead to preferred insurance rates for clients ?? And what a near-perfect track record over 10 years looks like If your facility handles flammable materials or you’re evaluating fire prevention tech, this episode will open your eyes to more than just safety—it’s about smarter financial planning too. Tim Ridderbos Link to the full episode: https://lnkd.in/e3djkKNH #MakingThePlanetBetterTogether #FireRover #5for5

What is Fire Rover? It’s not just fire detection—it’s early detection + remote response, protecting 750+ facilities across 3 continents. In this quick but powerful clip, Ryan Fogelman breaks down: ?? How Fire Rover puts out more fires than any other agency ?? The role of thermal cameras, AI, and advanced analytics ? Why their new FM certification is a big deal for clients ?? And how they're catching the metaphorical needle before the haystack burns Whether you're in manufacturing, aviation, or recycling you’ll walk away thinking differently about risk. Ryan Fogelman Tim Ridderbos Link to the full episode: https://lnkd.in/eRadZ6T7 #MakingThePlanetBetterTogether #FireRover #5for5

Circular by Shapiro concentrated on plastic solutions this week at the Association of Plastic Recyclers/Resource Recycling conference. Looking forward to sharing all we learned with our manufacturing clients. #platicsrecycling #plastics #makingtheplanetbettertogether ??

When you're John Elkington, Chief Pollinator at Volans, and your job is to tickle sharks, you have to ask uncomfortable questions and challenge the status quo. At Shapiro, we believe the most impactful leaders aren’t the ones who know exactly which button to press—they’re the ones willing to admit they don’t. They’re the ones who spark the conversations no one wants to have and invite people to think differently. So here’s a question for you: Do labels help or hurt progress when it comes to sustainability and circularity? Bob Alvarez #ESG #SDGs #SustainabilityConsulting #CircularEconomy #Sustainability #RecyclingSolutions #RecycledMaterials #Circularity #ScrapRecycling #SustainableManufacturing #MakingThePlanetBetterTogether

Titles look great on business cards—but do they really capture the full scope of what we do? Sustainability champions, circularity advocates, and change-makers rarely fit into a single job description. The work we do—driving climate action, helping manufacturers rethink waste, and pushing leaders to confront uncomfortable truths—doesn’t always fit neatly under a single title. Sometimes, labels are necessary, but they can also be limiting. They tell part of the story, but not the whole journey. The real question is: Are we too focused on titles—and not focused enough on what people actually do? Has a title ever limited how others saw your value? Let’s rethink labels together. Bob Alvarez John Elkington #ESG #SDGs #SustainabilityConsulting #CircularEconomy #Sustainability #RecyclingSolutions #RecycledMaterials #Circularity #ScrapRecycling #SustainableManufacturing #MakingThePlanetBetterTogether #JohnElkington

?? Meet Ryan Fogelman—startup builder, inventor advocate, and partner of Fire Rover, a company protecting over 750 facilities (and counting!) from catastrophic fires across three continents. From manufacturers to aviation pros to recycling facilities—if you're managing fire risk, this one’s for you. ?? Ryan shares: ? What drives his passion for invention and impact ? How Fire Rover grew into a global safety leader ? Why early fire detection is changing the game Whether you're in operations, ESG, or safety—this tech is ?? (literally). Tim Ridderbos Link to the full episode: https://lnkd.in/equmqBav #MakingThePlanetBetterTogether #FireRover #5for5 #Manufacturing

?? What if you could stop a fire before it even starts? In our latest episode of 5 for 5, we sit down with Ryan Fogelman?of Fire Rover—the company that’s changing the game in early fire detection and remote response. With FM-certified systems, thermal imaging, and AI-powered controls, Fire Rover is helping facilities respond faster, lower insurance risk, and protect people and assets—especially as lithium-ion battery fires surge. ??? Fewer claims. ??? Better safety. ??? Fires out before they start. Tune in to hear how Ryan and his team are tackling one of the biggest risks in manufacturing and recycling facilities. Tim Ridderbos #MakingThePlanetBetterTogether #FireRover #5for5 #Manufacturing

Saturday was World Water Day! Shapiro supports sustainability and environmental protection. This involves providing clean water and encouraging water conservation. Tag us in your favorite water-themed photographs that inspire and showcase its beauty! ???? Our joint efforts and conscious decisions to adopt sustainable techniques can make a difference. Clean water is a necessity and right for every individual. ?? Learn more: ?https://lnkd.in/eDsx8B5 ? #WorldWaterDay #Shapiro #Sustainability #Recycling

John Elkington’s decades of “tickling sharks”—engaging powerful leaders to rethink profit, purpose, and responsibility—has shown that meaningful change doesn’t come from playing it safe. It comes from uncomfortable conversations, relentless persistence, and refusing to let short-term thinking shape the future. We need to challenge the focus on short-term profits over planetary health—and restore belief in a better future—because disillusionment drains the creativity and energy needed to drive real solutions. What’s one mindset shift you think we must make to drive real change for sustainability and circularity? Bob Alvarez #ESG #SDGs #SustainabilityConsulting #CircularEconomy #Sustainability #RecyclingSolutions #RecycledMaterials #Circularity #ScrapRecycling #SustainableManufacturing #MakingThePlanetBetterTogether #JohnElkington