More Than Profit

In our second episode, we talk with Rose Afriyie, Co-Founder of mRelief, a non-profit that helps people sign up for food stamps. We discuss Rose's experiences and how they have led her to make decisions that impact her work and life. Her devotion to helping lift up the lives of others began early in her life from personal experiences that have since shaped who she is and what she wants to be about in the world. From interning at the White House to writing for Time, her story is powerful, and she went into tech because she believes writing software is a superpower that people of color and women should have exposure to. She and an all-female team have built an impressive technology product that was initially incubated at the prestigious YCombinator accelerator.

For the month of June, we’re sharing some of our favorite episodes of More Than Profit.

In our first episode of More Than Profit, we talk with Jean Case, the first female chairman of the National Geographic Society and CEO of the Case Impact Network and Case Foundation. We discuss her childhood, the series of pivots and failures she faced before her career success, and what new capitalism means to her.

Jean Case is a well-known businesswoman, investor, and philanthropist who is passionate about the power of business to do good. Bryce first met Jean Case at a Village Capital event in Salt Lake City back in 2015; over the years, Bryce has collaborated on various projects with her and has been one of the many users of the great resources the Case Foundation has produced to build the impact investing field.

In this episode of More Than Profit, we sit down with Landry Fields, the new General Manager of the Atlanta Hawks. With five seasons in the NBA under his belt, Landry has quickly risen through the ranks of the front office, culminating in his promotion to GM in June of 2022 at the age of 34.

Born in Long Beach, California, Landry was a standout basketball player in high school and college, ultimately being drafted by the New York Knicks in 2010. Now, as a leader in the NBA, his passion for supporting the growth and success of others sets him apart.

Tune in to this episode to hear about Landry's journey, his leadership philosophy, and how he plans to guide the Atlanta Hawks to success both on and off the court.

Links:

• Learn more about the Atlanta Hawks.
• Learn more about Samaritan.
• Follow More Than Profit on Twitter and LinkedIn!

In this episode, we interview Ryan Sisson, the founder and CEO of the Moniker Group. Ryan is a visionary who believes in building a better world through responsible business practices. Under the Moniker brand, Ryan has built a portfolio of around 10 businesses that challenge traditional boundaries and partner with extraordinary people and organizations to design and create, invest in others, pursue new ventures, and impact people in a profound way.

Ryan understands the power of community and the importance of being seen and known. He is passionate about building a group of companies around the virtue of hospitality to create a positive impact on people's lives.

Tune in to learn more about Ryan's approach to business and how he is changing the game.

Links:

• Learn more about Moniker Group.

• Learn more about Samaritan.

  Follow More Than Profit on Twitter and LinkedIn!

In this episode, we sit down with Josh Allen, a rare leader who is passionate about people and making a difference. As the CEO of Global Disposal Reduction Services, Josh has built a national leader in waste consulting and management services. He later went on to start PIN Services, the largest residential waste brokerage in the country, which focuses on improving waste and recycling programs in residential communities. In 2015, he acquired the Universal Waste Disposal Company and is now building it into the market leader for responsible lamp, battery and electronics recycling nationwide.

Join us as we talk to Josh about his journey and how he has built successful businesses while staying true to his passion for serving others and choosing joy everyday.

Links:

• Learn more about Global Disposal.

• Learn more about Samaritan.

• Follow More Than Profit on Twitter and LinkedIn!

In this episode, we sit down with Josh Allen, a rare leader who is passionate about people and making a difference. As the CEO of Global Disposal Reduction Services, Josh has built a national leader in waste consulting and management services. He later went on to start PIN Services, the largest residential waste brokerage in the country, which focuses on improving waste and recycling programs in residential communities. In 2015, he acquired the Universal Waste Disposal Company and is now building it into the market leader for responsible lamp, battery and electronics recycling nationwide.

Join us as we talk to Josh about his journey and how he has built successful businesses while staying true to his passion for serving others and choosing joy everyday.

Links:

• Learn more about Global Disposal.

• Learn more about Samaritan.

• Follow More Than Profit on Twitter and LinkedIn!

In this episode, we’re talking with Brendon Maxwell, co-founder and Chief Impact Officer at Utopian Coffee. 

Brendon and his best friend started Utopian Coffee in 2006 as a way to bring craft roasted coffee to people throughout the U.S. who are tired of choosing between quality coffee and making meaningful purchases. Utopian digs in deep with coffee-producing partners across the globe to create products that both taste good and do good. That means fair pricing for raw materials, doing the long and complex work of sustainable development, and maintaining an unwavering focus on providing the best quality at the best price with the best service. 

Brendon’s love of adventure and travel are only matched by his ability to never meet a stranger. Everywhere he goes, he is able to foster deep relationships —this is what makes Utopian a unique brand of craft coffee.

Links:

• Learn more about Utopian Coffee.
• Follow More Than Profit on Twitter and LinkedIn!

In this episode of More Than Profit, we talk with two former professional athletes (and brothers) who are now certified wealth experts. Erik Averill (@erikaverill) and Brandon Averill (@brandonaverill) had become convinced that the traditional model of financial advice for athletes was broken. They learned that athletes are four times more likely to file bankruptcy, twice as likely to be divorced, and frequently end up squandering millions of dollars due to fraud, high fees, and unqualified advice. They heard stories first-hand of pro athletes who blew through all their earnings before they retired, of others who had been injured but didn’t understand how to get adequate protection, and even of some who had made the right decision to hire a “financial advisor,” but had ultimately been failed by the financial industry. Brandon and Erik set out to change all of that by founding AWM Capital (@awmcapital).

After sharing their respective experiences transitioning from college to pro baseball, Erik and Brandon share how their father was a huge role model for both of them when it came to business, work ethic, and how relationships dictate success. They recall seeing their father, a hard-working, longtime employee, replaced by a younger, less expensive staffer. This opened their eyes to the reality and risks of working for someone else, and it inspired them to establish their own business. 

The birth of AWM Capital came from Erik and Brandon’s own experiences as professional athletes. While they recognized that athletes have great opportunities to make financial and social impacts beyond their athletic careers, they knew that most of their teammates wouldn’t be able to maximize their potential wealth. The Averills’ aim is to create a multi-generational company operating in a multi-family office model, meaning that they are involved in anything that money touches. The brothers share the view that their job as business partners is not to extract value from clients, but to create value for them through their human-centered design. 

The Averills believe family members are stewards and trustees of the wealth and resources they have been given, and understanding the potential of wealth can create a positive impact to the family and the world. Working closely and compassionately together as brothers to achieve a common goal, Erik and Brandon are full of inspiration and optimism.

Links:

• Learn more about AWM Capital.

• Download the Access Ventures Growth Loan Playbook.

  Follow More Than Profit on Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn!

In this episode of More Than Profit, we talk with two former professional athletes (and brothers) who are now certified wealth experts. Erik Averill (@erikaverill) and Brandon Averill (@brandonaverill) had become convinced that the traditional model of financial advice for athletes was broken. They learned that athletes are four times more likely to file bankruptcy, twice as likely to be divorced, and frequently end up squandering millions of dollars due to fraud, high fees, and unqualified advice. They heard stories first-hand of pro athletes who blew through all their earnings before they retired, of others who had been injured but didn’t understand how to get adequate protection, and even of some who had made the right decision to hire a “financial advisor,” but had ultimately been failed by the financial industry. Brandon and Erik set out to change all of that by founding AWM Capital (@awmcapital).

After sharing their respective experiences transitioning from college to pro baseball, Erik and Brandon share how their father was a huge role model for both of them when it came to business, work ethic, and how relationships dictate success. They recall seeing their father, a hard-working, longtime employee, replaced by a younger, less expensive staffer. This opened their eyes to the reality and risks of working for someone else, and it inspired them to establish their own business. 

The birth of AWM Capital came from Erik and Brandon’s own experiences as professional athletes. While they recognized that athletes have great opportunities to make financial and social impacts beyond their athletic careers, they knew that most of their teammates wouldn’t be able to maximize their potential wealth. The Averills’ aim is to create a multi-generational company operating in a multi-family office model, meaning that they are involved in anything that money touches. The brothers share the view that their job as business partners is not to extract value from clients, but to create value for them through their human-centered design. 

The Averills believe family members are stewards and trustees of the wealth and resources they have been given, and understanding the potential of wealth can create a positive impact to the family and the world. Working closely and compassionately together as brothers to achieve a common goal, Erik and Brandon are full of inspiration and optimism.

Links:

• Learn more about AWM Capital.

• Download the Access Ventures Growth Loan Playbook.

  Follow More Than Profit on Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn!

On this episode of More Than Profit, Bryce Butler and new co-host, Brian McKay, are joined by Jen Collins, President of Procure Impact, a company that enables corporations to align their vision and values with their purchasing power through a world-class technology procurement platform for mission-driven products. Jen is proudly from Baltimore, Maryland, a former D1 basketball player, and has built a career built on purpose, social impact, and entrepreneurial thinking. Jen, Bryce, and Brian talk about the dignity of work, how growing up in financial insecurity has impacted Jen’s journey, the role faith has played in her career, the twenty years she spent in the hospitality industry, and her journey to where she is now. Learn more on this episode of More Than Profit, Aligning Your Head and Your Heart With Jenn Collins.