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Crafting Bourbon that Betters the World with Rob Samuels of Maker’s Mark

Rob Samuels, an eighth-generation whisky maker and managing director of Maker’s Mark, has led the iconic Kentucky bourbon brand since 2010. Following his father and Chairman Emeritus, Bill Samuels, Jr., Rob continues to advance the company’s mission to craft bourbon that betters the world, while shaping the industry’s future through regenerative agriculture. John Shegerian: Get […]

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Rob Samuels

Rob Samuels, an eighth-generation whisky maker and managing director of Maker’s Mark, has led the iconic Kentucky bourbon brand since 2010. Following his father and Chairman Emeritus, Bill Samuels, Jr., Rob continues to advance the company’s mission to craft bourbon that betters the world, while shaping the industry’s future through regenerative agriculture.Rob has led the […]

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Driving Sustainable Business Outcomes with Sophie Beckham of International Paper

Sophie Beckham is VP and Chief Sustainability Officer at International Paper (IP), where she works across the enterprise to advance sustainability strategy development and Vision 2030 goal achievement. She also serves as the company’s primary external spokesperson and thought leader on issues related to sustainability and stewardship. Her career has been dedicated to driving sustainable […]

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Sophie Beckham

Sophie Beckham is VP and Chief Sustainability Officer at International Paper (IP), where she works across the enterprise to advance sustainability strategy development and Vision 2030 goal achievement. She also serves as the company’s primary external spokesperson and thought leader on issues related to sustainability and stewardship. Her career has been dedicated to driving sustainable […]

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Sharing a Clear View of the Future with Thomas Burkhardt of Marchon Eyewear

Thomas Burkhardt is the global President and CEO of Marchon Eyewear, a VSP Vision company. Marchon is one of the world’s largest manufacturers, distributors, and designers of eyewear. In his role, Thomas leads Marchon’s efforts to revolutionize sustainability in eyewear. Through his leadership, Marchon established Eyes on Tomorrow, one of the leading sustainability and CSR programs in the eyewear […]

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Thomas Burkhardt

Thomas Burkhardt is the global President and CEO of Marchon Eyewear, a VSP Vision company. Marchon is one of the world’s largest manufacturers, distributors, and designers of eyewear. In his role, Thomas leads Marchon’s efforts to revolutionize sustainability in eyewear. Through his leadership, Marchon established Eyes on Tomorrow, one of the leading sustainability and CSR programs in the eyewear […]

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Enabling Multi-Lifecycle Devices and Solutions with Claudia Contreras of HP

Claudia Contreras joined HP as VP of Renew Solutions in 2024. As the head of Product and Offerings, she oversees the strategy and development of the HP Renew Solutions portfolio in its second year, focusing on enabling multi-lifecycle devices and solutions.  John Shegerian: Do you have a suggestion for a Rockstar Impact Podcast guest? Go to impactpodcast.com and just click […]

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Claudia Contreras

Claudia Contreras joined HP as VP of Renew Solutions in 2024. As the head of Product and Offerings, she oversees the strategy and development of the HP Renew Solutions portfolio in its second year, focusing on enabling multi-lifecycle devices and solutions. Throughout her career, Claudia has been a champion for sustainability, serving as an influential voice in the industry as a global speaker […]

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Innovating Sustainability and Safety with James Reeves of the American Honda Motor Company

As the Director of Sustainability Strategy for North America in the American Honda Motor Company’s Regional Planning team, James Reeves helps to shape the path forward for Honda to achieve its two 2050 goals: zero impact on the environment and zero traffic fatalities involving a Honda vehicle.  John Shegerian: Get the latest Impact Podcast […]

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James Reeves

As the Director of Sustainability Strategy for North America in the American Honda Motor Company’s Regional Planning team, James Reeves helps to shape the path forward for Honda to achieve its two 2050 goals: zero impact on the environment and zero traffic fatalities involving a Honda vehicle.Over his many decades of experience in sustainability, he […]