High Net Purpose

In this month's episode, Joe McCarthy sits down for a high-energy conversation with Dave and Steve Flynn from The Happy Pear at Islandbridge's office in London. The dynamic duo ignited their plant-powered revolution in 2004, and what started as a humble local veg shop has exploded into a global phenomenon. Fast forward 20 years, and The Happy Pear now boasts a vibrant café and bakery in Greystones, Ireland. They've launched more than 15 transformative online courses that have inspired over 100,000 people, and their thriving recipe club continues to bring joy to food lovers everywhere. With six bestselling cookbooks under their belt, totalling an impressive 500,000 copies sold, Dave and Steve are redefining culinary wellness. They also run a 4-acre regenerative organic farm and a coffee roastery, all while cultivating a social media community of nearly 2 million passionate followers. Their impact on how we perceive food, health, and community is nothing short of revolutionary.In today's episode, we dive deep into the minds of these inspiring entrepreneurs to explore:Balancing business with your values.The food and farming industry.Community and the importance of relationships.Navigating the use of social media.The importance of health and wellness.Stay in the loop by following us: YouTube: @HighNetPurposeInstagram: @highnetpurposeTwitter: @HighNetPurposeLinkedIn: high-net-purpose

In our latest episode, Joe McCarthy is in conversation at Islandbridge's office in London with David Miliband, President and CEO of the International Rescue Committee (IRC). Named in Fortune's list of the World's Greatest Leaders, and Top 100 Global Thinkers by Foreign Policy, David’s career is nothing short of extraordinary. From serving as the youngest Foreign Secretary in the United Kingdom since 1935, to leading one of the world’s most influential humanitarian organizations, he has invaluable insights into global leadership and humanitarian efforts. Today, we delve into the complexities of global politics and humanitarian aid. Join us for a compelling conversation that explores the intersection of strategic philanthropy, politics and global crisis. What we discuss:·       Philanthropy's role in addressing the refugee crisis.·       Impact evaluation - how to effectively allocate resources.·       The role of philanthropy where governments retreat.·       Climate change and vulnerable populations.·       How politics can learn from the humanitarian sector. Stay in the loop by following us:YouTube: @HighNetPurposeInstagram: @highnetpurposeTwitter: @HighNetPurposeLinkedIn: high-net-purpose

In this month’s episode, Joe McCarthy heads to California and ventures into the realm of biotech entrepreneurship. Joined by him is Geoffrey von Maltzahn, the mastermind behind a multitude of ground-breaking companies that fuse biology and data science to revolutionize human health and sustainability. Named among Bloomberg's 50 Ones to Watch, Business Insider's 30 Biotech Leaders under 40 and noted as one of Codex's World's Top 50 Innovators, Geoffrey stands as a prominent figure in the realm of biotech entrepreneurship. He has co-founded companies which have massed over $10 billion in market capitalization, including: Flagship Pioneering, Generate Biomedicines, Quotient Therapeutics, Tessera Therapeutics’, the list goes on. As the current CEO of six of these ventures, he is shaping industries with cutting edge technologies like Gene Writing™️ and carbon farming. Join them for a captivating conversation at the intersection of cutting edge technology, science, entrepreneurship and innovation. What they discuss:Harnessing the power of AI.The intersection of biology and technology.Entrepreneurial success.The future of human health.Gene editing and personalised medicine. Achieving your peak performance. If you enjoyed this episode, you can keep up to date with more content on our social media channels below. Follow usYouTube: @HighNetPurposeInstagram: @highnetpurposeTwitter: @HighNetPurposeLinkedIn: high-net-purpose

Joe McCarthy heads to the US and joins Tom Steyer, Wall Street giant and visionary behind Galvanize Climate Solutions and Farallon Capital Management.Transitioning from finance to climate activism in 2012, he safeguarded California's Global Warming Solutions Act and founded NextGen America, rallying record youth voters. Co-founder of Beneficial State Bank and TomKat Ranch, Steyer champions sustainability and justice. His 2020 presidential bid and leadership roles with Governor Newsom and Vice President Biden showcase his influence. Steyer blends financial acumen with environmental passion, offering unparalleled insights at the intersection of finance and climate activism. During the conversation they explore the transformative power of finance with climate activism. Our guest shares insights from Wall Street.Join us for a journey of optimism, purposeful leadership, and leveraging capitalism for global impact from a true investment legend. What we discuss:Early life experiences and their influence.How a trip to Alaska changed everything.The secret's behind Farallon's success.Movement capitalism: where profit meets purpose.Impactful global leadership and it's influence.The role of family wealth in addressing climate change.Impact investing and the emphasis of profitable investments in renewable energy. If you enjoyed this episode, you can keep up to date with more content on our social media channels below. Follow usYouTube: @HighNetPurposeInstagram: @highnetpurposeTwitter: @HighNetPurposeLinkedIn: high-net-purpose

In this remarkable episode, Joe McCarthy joins Sir David King at Cambridge University, and engages in a thought-provoking conversation. As the former Chief Scientific Adviser for the UK government and co-founder of the Climate Crisis Advisory Group, Sir David is renowned for his pivotal role in shaping climate policy. Join us as we uncover Sir David's remarkable journey, from merging academia and government to drive scientific policy integration, to navigating the complexities of international diplomacy in securing landmark agreements like the Paris Agreement.In this enlightening conversation, Joe and Sir David explore:Climate change policy.The science behind the current state of the planet.China's leading climate initiatives.The Arctic circle crisis.Marine biomass regeneration.International negotiations and collaboration.If you enjoyed this episode, you can keep up to date with more content on our social media channels below.Follow usYouTube: @HighNetPurposeInstagram: @highnetpurposeTwitter: @HighNetPurposeLinkedIn: high-net-purpose

In our first episode of 2024, Joe McCarthy sits down with Kat Bruce, Founder and Director of NatureMetrics, one of the global pioneers in the use of environmental DNA (eDNA) for large-scale biodiversity assessment and data creation. Join us as we delve into Kat's journey from uncertainty after leaving Oxford University, to finding her purpose in contributing to a world where we no longer plunder our long term wealth for the sake of short term material wealth.  In this conversation, Kat and Joe discuss the following topics:Finding your purpose.Challenges of solo entrepreneurship.The dependence of business and the economy on nature.The importance of nature in meeting the Paris Agreement climate targets.The rapid movement of emerging policies for nature.The lack of existing large data sets for environmental DNA and the potential to change that rapidly.The paradox of working with heavy impact industries and polluters for good. Follow us on:YouTube: @HighNetPurposeInstagram: @highnetpurposeTwitter: @HighNetPurposeLinkedIn: high-net-purpose Connect with Kat Bruce & NatureMetricsInstagram: @naturemetricsTwitter: @NatureMetricsLinkedIn: Nature Metrics 

In today's episode, Joe McCarthy sits with Dr James Kinross to uncover how he's using intellectual capital as a force for good. Dr James Kinross is a leading surgeon and senior lecturer at Imperial College London, driving ground-breaking research in robotic and minimally invasive colorectal surgery. His work spans microbiome engineering for cancer prevention, precision healthcare treatment, and advancements in digital surgery, AI, and data science. Explore the mysteries of the microbiome as James delves into topics from his book, Dark Matter: The Science of the Microbiome. Unravel global health challenges as James unveils how you can take preventative measures. AND discover the potential for a three billion dollar product. In this conversation, James and Joe discuss the following topics:The influence of your microbiome on performance Innovation and purposeThe environment and internal climate crisisSocio-economic status and illnessPrecision healthcare A trillion dollar product Follow us on:YouTube: @HighNetPurposeInstagram: @highnetpurposeLinkedIn: high-net-purpose Connect with Dr James Kinross:Instagram:@goodshitmicrobiomeLinkedIn: James KinrossWebsite: www.dark-matter.org.uk

Welcome to the hotseat where Joe McCarthy sit's with Allen Taylor, Endeavor Catalyst's Managing Partner. Allen Taylor leads Endeavor's co-investment fund, that has been recognized as one of the most active global venture investors in emerging markets. Step into the world of high-impact entrepreneurship as they explore the extraordinary journey of Endeavor, a global non-profit organization dedicated to nurturing entrepreneurial ecosystems in emerging markets. Venture into the dynamic landscape of entrepreneurship, risk, and community building, as Allen shares his unwavering passion for asset allocation and venture capital across diverse and vibrant regions. In this conversation, Allen and Joe discuss the following topics: Entrepreneurship and community building.Risk and opportunities.Undercapitalized markets.Non-profit organization, Endeavour's model and impact.How Reid Hoffman challenged the model and approach.The rigorous process of becoming an Endeavor entrepreneur.How to identify successful entrepreneurs.Economic development in emerging markets.Unique venture capital fund structure with a non-profit organisation.Venture capital in emerging markets.The meaning of impact investing.The vision for Endeavor's future. Follow us on:YouTube: @HighNetPurposeInstagram: @highnetpurposeTwitter: @HighNetPurposeLinkedIn: high-net-purpose Connect with Endeavor:Instagram: @endeavor_globalTwitter: @endeavor_globalLinkedIn: Endeavor