Responsible Luxury Podcast

Tian Ong - Renewable Long-Term Energy Storage, Combating Climate Change with Emerging Tech, Making a Difference and More

Timestamps: [00:00] Introduction and Path Into Renewable Energy Space [09:28] Overview of Energy Storage Technologies and Benefits for Sustainable Development [15:02] Challenges and Opportunities in Implementing Renewable Energy Solutions [24:31]The Future of Energy: Advancements in Technologies and Impact on the Global Community [31:26] The Ideal State of the Energy Industry: Collaboration and Puzzle Pieces [33:01] Individual Actions: Making a Difference in Sustainability * Guest Speaker: Tian Ong LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tianong/ Website: https://www.maltainc.com * For comments, questions, or speaker ideas: Email: concierge@laurentinewyork.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauren-petrovic/ Instagram, X: @laurendpetrovic Back to Episodes

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Melanie Grant - Breaking Barriers in Jewelry, Uniting Through Responsible Business and Shared Beliefs, Importance of Mentors and More

Timestamps: [00:00] Introduction [03:26] Melanie’s Journey Into the Jewelry Industry [09:18] Inspiration, Motivation, and Challenges in the Industry [11:55]The Responsible Jewelry Council (RJC) and its Mission [14:15] Addressing Russian Sanctions, and Promoting Ethical Practices [15:26] Defining Sustainability and the Journey of Continuous Improvement [20:17] Effective Communication of Sustainability Commitment [21:24] The Significance of Emotion Expression in the Diamond Business [29:08] Opportunities and Challenges for Women in Leadership Roles [30:23] The Importance of Mentors [34:32] Collaborations Across Sectors [39:48] Traceability Initiatives and Sustainability [46:48] Addressing Future Challenges [49:58] Starting the Sustainability Journey [51:57] Balancing Practicality and Creativity [53:41] The Ideal State...

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Shreyans Dholakia - Taking on a Global Family Business, SRK's Timeless Principles, Social Good, Future Innovations in the Diamond Industry and More

Timestamps: [00:00] Introduction and early years of SRK [10:21] Involvement in the Family Business [11:28] Shaping the Brand Identity and Vision for SRK [16:52] Community Engagement and Philanthropy [19:36] Building Temples and Removing Ego [40:48] The Power of Being Egoless [46:42] Traceability and Responsible Sourcing in the Diamond Industry [56:14] Towards Net Carbon Zero: SRK’s Sustainability Journey [1:07:39] Balancing Economic Incentives with Social Responsibility [1:13:53] Ensuring Traceability Downstream in the Diamond Industry [1:16:52] The Future of the Diamond Industry and SRK’s Role * Guest Speaker: Shreyans Dholakia LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shreyansdholakia/ Website: SRK.one * For comments, questions, or speaker ideas: Email: concierge@laurentinewyork.com...

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Parag Shah - Career as a Diamantiare, Evolution of Mid-Stream Markets, Remembering Quality, Lab Grown vs Natural Diamonds, Sustainability, Traceability and More

Timestamps: [00:00] Introduction and Background [05:13] Evolution of the Diamond Industry [06:30] Career in the Diamond Industry [11:00] Remembering Quality that Lasts [16:04] Understanding the Jewelry Industry [22:07] Lab-Grown Diamonds vs Natural Diamonds [27:58] Impact of Russian Sanctions [34:54] Value of Diamond Origin [39:42] Sourcing Protocol and Transparency [43:51] Sustainability in Small and Medium-Sized Businesses [50:45] Sustainability in the Broader Luxury Market [52:30] The Future of Traceability [01:00:15] Challenges in Achieving a Better Future [01:04:57] Ideal State for the Industry * Guest Speaker: Parag Shah LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/parag-shah-54012b21/ * For comments, questions, or speaker ideas: Email: concierge@laurentinewyork.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauren-petrovic/ Instagram, X:...

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