Discover the future of aquaculture in this insightful episode where Skip Kemp shares his expertise on raceway-based fish farming systems. Whether you’re in agriculture or aquaculture, learn how these innovative, circular economy models can revolutionize fish production, waste management, and energy reuse.
Transforming Communities through Sustainable Innovation with Molly Bedingfield
Discover how Molly Bedingfield, founder of Global Angels Foundation (UK), is transforming communities in Africa through innovative, circular economy projects and community-led initiatives. This episode highlights practical models for sustainable development, emphasizing the importance of local leadership and collaboration. Co-hosting with Mary Kurek is Tobias Nauruki, Founding President and CEO of the African International Policy Research Center in Nairobi, Kenya.
Agriculture as a Catalyst for Community Development with John Sakala of A Chance for Change
Explore inspiring stories of grassroots entrepreneurship, agricultural innovation, and community empowerment from Zambia and Kenya. This episode highlights practical strategies for sustainability and the importance of partnerships in development projects.
Victor George on Why Following the Money Is the Most Critical Skill for Modern Leaders
In this episode of Frontrunners Innovate, we explore the vital role of ethics, governance, transparency, and community engagement in fostering sustainable development and trust across sectors and regions. Join us as Victor George, an attorney and seasoned expert in anti-corruption and governance, shares practical insights while co-hos, Tobias Naruki brings a youthful perspective on connecting with the younger generation and building resilient networks.
Namara Lwansa Talks About Issues Relating to International Education, Peace, and Leadership
At 13 years old, Namara Lwansa became the youngest member of the Frontrunners League community. In 2025, at 19 and enrolled in Northwestern University in the US, this young leader is still on the Frontrunner path. With the first opportunity in 6 years to sit down in person with her, Mary Kurek asks Namara about her experience the first time outside of her African continent.
Aligning For-Profit and Nonprofit Funding Goals Through an Innovative Solution
In this episode, Mary Kurek interviews Alana Stott, founder of Rakini Holdings about innovative solutions for nonprofits, focusing on creating sustainable income streams and aligning for-profit and nonprofit goals. They discuss the importance of diversifying income sources as well as how Rakini Holdings can help create a more fluid partnership with between the two types of entities with the added issues of trust and foundational support managed as a complete offering.
Bridging Profit and Purpose with Catherine Griffin of ImpactableX Analytics
In this engaging conversation, Mary Kurek introduces Ambassador Richard Swett of Climate Prosperity Enterprise Solutions as co-host and features Catherine Griffin discussing impactful initiatives and the role of ImpactableX Analytics. The discussion covers a variety of topics around specific development models and how the ImpactableX team solves many of the challenges around predicting impact that opens up funding opportunities. Catherine shares her journey in impact investing, highlighting the need for data-driven decision-making and the integration of AI to enhance accessibility and reduce costs. The conversation concludes with insights into future directions for impact investment and the potential for scalable change.
Paul Cella of The KeyArx Group Shares the Secret of Redesigning Insurance for Maximum Benefit
In this episode of Frontrunners Innovate, the conversation focuses on what would seem an odd topic for innovation – ancilliary benefits, trusts, and life insurance. But, this normally dry topic is anything but that with Paul Cella. His work at The KeyArx Group has to do with designing and restructuring insurance programs, finding mega savings (sometimes in the millions for organizations like hospitals with large employee groups). His jaw-dropping approach extends to an individual’s life-insurance policy – something they likely haven’t touched in years. The review twist he talks about in this episode will have you running to your safe to grab your policies for look. Innovation isn’t always something new; sometimes it’s looking at what is already there in a different way and recreating it for greater benefit. You are invited to listen and learn.
LeagueMed Innovator Series: Dr. Michelle Barry and LifeHealth
Dr. Michelle Barry is the CEO of CTI (Community, Transformation, Innovation) and LifeHealth is CTI’s AI-powered health platform transforming access to primary care, remote monitoring, diagnostics, and e-commerce wellness. This episode is the third in a series on medical and health innovations in partnership with LeagueMed, a funding and education platform aimed at partnering the healthcare community with funding opportunities that make a difference. This conversation includes information on LeagueMed.com’s beginning and intentions as well as LifeHealth’s life-changing opportunity for individuals, families, and caregivers to manage health and wellness in a more efficient, comprehensive way. This conversation includes real examples of how families will benefit from having their digital health “wallets” and records that will enable caregivers to have more peace around loved ones at a distance. And, there’s much more. Listeners will want to hear the potential for partnerships with CTI (LifeHealth) as well as LeagueMed.
LeagueMed Innovator Series: Marissa Fayer and DeepLook Medical
Marissa Fayer is the CEO of the innovative imaging company, DeepLook Medical. This episode is the second in a series on medical and health innovations in partnership with LeagueMed, a funding and education platform aimed at partnering the healthcare community with funding opportunities that make a difference.
This conversation includes information on LeagueMed.com’s beginning and intentions as well as DeepLook’s aim of making available to doctors and patients an easier and more efficient imaging process that can assist in earlier detection of breast cancer. The imaging process specifically assists providers in their ability to see more accurately into dense tissue which includes a large population of women in the US. Fayer shares more details on how accessibility and equality in healthcare is a centerpoint for her work in health innovation and solutions in the past and remains so with DeepLook. Listeners will want to hear the potential for partnerships with DeepLook and LeagueMed.








