The Business Elevation Show Where Good Matters
The Business Elevation Show Where Good Matters is a long-running business podcast hosted by Chris Cooper. It focuses on growing wisdom and elevating humanity through business, emphasizing that doing good matters. The show offers inspiration and insights for entrepreneurs and business leaders, highlighting how business can be a force for positive change.
Episodes
Kathy Caprino: Finding Brave – Navigating Change Without Losing Who You Are
About this episode: What happens when the career, business or life that once worked for you suddenly no longer does? Kathy Caprino knows that experience personally. After an 18-year corporate career that took her to Vice President level, she found herself struggling within a toxic workplace while facing significant personal and professional challenges. Then, shortly after 9/11, and only a month a
Siân Sutherland: Radical Naivety – The Entrepreneurial Power to Change the World
About This Episode: What if not knowing all the reasons something can't be done is actually an entrepreneurial superpower? Siân Sutherland describes herself as "the least likely eco-warrior you could meet." Over an extraordinary career, she has repeatedly stepped into industries she knew little about — from advertising to opening a restaurant that gained a Michelin star in its first year, buildin
Special Encore: Iron Man, Not Terminator: Using AI to Amplify Human Potential with Bennett Borden
About this Special Encore episode: Artificial Intelligence is transforming our world at an extraordinary pace, creating both exciting opportunities and significant challenges. So how do we ensure AI enhances human potential rather than diminishes it? In this engaging Special Encore episode, Chris is joined by Bennett Borden, Founder and CEO of Clarion AI Partners and a globally recognised exp
Make Your Brain Work – The Neuroscience of High Performance Without Burnout - with Amy Brann
About This Episode: What if better performance isn't about pushing ourselves harder, but understanding how to work more effectively with the way our brains are designed? Amy Brann is a leading authority on applying neuroscience to business performance. Through her work with organisations including EY, Twinings and Haleon, she translates cutting-edge brain science into practical strategies that h
The Relationships That Shape Our Lives and Success with Dr Neil Wilkie
About this episode: What if one of the greatest determinants of our happiness, success and wellbeing is something we spend surprisingly little time learning how to do well? Dr Neil Wilkie spent 25 years as a CEO, strategy consultant and business leader before reaching his 50s and realising that something significant was missing. He retrained as a psychotherapist and began working with successfu
Inner Leadership, Global Impact with Lauren L'Amour
About this episode: Lasting global impact begins with transforming how we lead ourselves. Lauren L'Amour is a conscious leadership advisor, humanitarian, spiritual mentor and entrepreneur who has spent more than three decades exploring and putting this principle into practice. She has built multimillion-dollar businesses, trained in psychology, supported humanitarian initiatives around the worl
The Second Act Advantage: Why Your Best Years May Still Be Ahead with Jay Samit
About this episode: What if everything you have learned, achieved and experienced so far isn't the culmination of your career—but preparation for what could become your most meaningful chapter? International bestselling author, entrepreneur and renowned disruption expert Jay Samit has spent decades at the forefront of technological and business change, working alongside some of the world's most i
From Grief to Belonging to the World with Barry Hoffner
About this episode: What can a life spanning international investment banking, award-winning farming, humanitarian work and travel to almost every country on Earth teach us about success, loss, purpose and belonging? In this episode of the Business Elevation Show, Chris Cooper is joined by entrepreneur, humanitarian, world traveller and author Barry Hoffner. After a fifteen-year career in in
Cracking The Code of Human Connection with Jennifer K. Hill
About this episode: In a world where artificial intelligence is transforming the way we work, communicate and live, one thing has never been more valuable: genuine human connection. In this episode of the Business Elevation Show, Chris Cooper is joined by entrepreneur, executive coach and community builder Jennifer K. Hill. After successfully building and exiting her first company, Jennifer's wor
Why Relationships Matter More Than Ever in the Age of AI with Judy Robinett
About this episode: Artificial intelligence is transforming the way we work, communicate and do business. Information is becoming instantly accessible, content can be created in seconds, and technology is opening up opportunities that would have seemed unimaginable just a few years ago. Yet in a world increasingly shaped by AI, relationships may be more important than ever. In this episode of the
How to Become Trigger-Proof with Nima Rahmany
About This Episode: Why do we sometimes react in ways that surprise even ourselves? Why can successful, intelligent people still find themselves caught in unhealthy relationship patterns, conflict or emotional overwhelm? And is it really possible to become "trigger-proof"? In this episode of the Business Elevation Show, Chris Cooper is joined by relationship coach, speaker and for-mer chiropracto
How to Get People to Tell You Everything with Brad Beeler
About this episode: Every day we rely on conversations. Whether we are leading teams, raising families, negotiating deals, building relationships or making important decisions, our success often depends on our ability to build trust, understand people and uncover the truth. In this episode of the Business Elevation Show, Chris Cooper is joined by retired United States Secret Service Special A
Open Your Mind: Curiosity, Consciousness and Human Potential with Nick Cook
About This Episode: What happens when an award-winning defence journalist, known for investigating cutting-edge military technology and classified programmes, begins asking some of the biggest questions about consciousness, reality and human potential? Nick Cook is a bestselling author, award-winning investigative journalist, strategist and storyteller whose career has spanned defence, aerospace,
Unlocking Your Genius with Gaia Ferreira
About This Episode: What if the future of health and wellbeing wasn't about generic advice, but about understanding the unique blueprint that makes each of us who we are? What if the key to greater health, fulfilment and sustainable success lies not in working harder, but in understanding ourselves more deeply? In this episode of the Business Elevation Show, Chris Cooper is joined by transforma
Investing for Life, Not Just Wealth with Jimmy Lebenthal
About This Episode: What if the principles that make us better investors could also help us become better leaders, better decision-makers and live more fulfilling lives? In this episode of the Business Elevation Show, Chris Cooper is joined by Jimmy Lebenthal, Chief Equity Strategist at Cerity Partners, regular CNBC contributor and author of How to Ride the Subway. A former United States Navy
Why We Need More Heroes with Paula Reid
About this episode: What does it mean to be a hero in today's world? Is heroism reserved for extraordinary individuals, or is it something that all of us can choose in our everyday lives? In this episode of the Business Elevation Show, Chris Cooper is joined by adventurer, speaker, author and adventure psychologist Paula Reid. From skiing to the South Pole and yacht racing around the world to
Thinking Systems for Good with Simon Bowen
About this episode: What if the greatest untapped asset in your organisation isn't your technology, your products or even your people—but the way you think? In this episode of the Business Elevation Show, Chris Cooper is joined by Simon Bowen, founder of The Models Method and a globally respected strategist who has spent decades helping organisations unlock what he calls their "Company Genius
Iron Man, Not Terminator: Using AI to Amplify Human Potential with Bennett Borden
About this episode: Artificial Intelligence is transforming our world at an extraordinary pace, creating both exciting opportunities and significant challenges. So how do we ensure AI enhances human potential rather than diminishes it? In this engaging conversation, Chris Cooper is joined by Bennett Borden, Founder and CEO of Clarion AI Partners and a globally recognised expert on the legal,
Your Good Matters: Turning Knowledge into Legacy with Debbie Jenkins
About this episode: Most experienced professionals don't struggle because they lack knowledge. They struggle because they're stuck using it in ways that keep them busy… but not free. In this conversation, Chris sits down with Debbie Jenkins, entrepreneur, author and founder of a successful publishing business, to explore how people can turn what they already know into something far more valuable
Special Encore Show: Healing Trauma, Gracefully with Lori Leyden
About this episode: Dr Lori Leyden (PhD, MBA) is an internationally recognised trauma-healing professional, transformational leader, and mentor whose work has supported thousands worldwide — including genocide survivors in Rwanda, communities impacted by the Sandy Hook Elementary School and Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School shootings, and Indigenous and refugee communities in Australia. In t
Rebuilding Connection in a Fragmented World with Aaron Hurst
About this episode: How do we solve the growing crisis of disconnection affecting our society, workplaces, communities, and personal wellbeing? At a time when loneliness, declining trust, polarisation, and superficial online interaction are becoming increasingly common, the need for genuine human connection has never been greater. In this episode of the Business Elevation Show, Chris Cooper
Special Encore: Communicating for Good - Storytelling To Change and Save Lives with Rhonda Curry
Words shape lives. If you want your communication to build trust, inspire action and change—or even save—lives, this episode is for you. In this Special Encore episode, Chris Cooper is joined by Elevation Collective member Rhonda Curry, a global communications and marketing leader who has spent decades shaping the narratives behind health and cancer research, prevention, treatment and care. From U
From Inner-City Streets to Mountain Slopes: Helping Young People Find Confidence, Hope and a Future with Dan Charlish
About this episode: What happens when you take young people from inner-city communities, many of whom have never left their local area, and introduce them to the challenge, freedom and possibility of skiing and snowboarding? In this episode, Chris speaks with Dan Charlish, Founder and CEO of Snow Camp, the UK's only national youth snow sports charity. Since 2003, Snow Camp has supported more than
The ROI of Care: Building Compassionate Organisations That Flourish with Carson Kelly
About this epsiode: What if compassion wasn't just a moral ideal—but a measurable driver of performance, innovation, and long-term success? In today's fast-moving and often high-pressure world, many organisations still operate from models built on stress and scarcity, leaving people disengaged and depleted. Yet a growing body of science points to a different path—one where care, trust, and psy
Elevating Your Relationships for Good with Andy Lopata
About This Episode: To truly make a positive difference in the world, we need exceptional relationships. The real question is — how do we create connections that are meaningful, authentic, and built to last? In this episode, I'm joined by internationally recognised relationship expert Andy Lopata to explore how professional relationships, when built with intention and integrity, can drive not onl
Mastering The Moments That Matter with Louise Evans
About this episode: What if the way we respond in just a few seconds could strengthen—or damage—our relationships, our leadership, and our impact on the world? In this deeply insightful conversation, Chris Cooper speaks with Louise Evans, creator of The 5 Chairs, a powerful yet beautifully simple model that helps people recognise their behaviour in the moment and choose a more conscious, construc
Special Encore Show: Persuasion For Good with Paul du Toit
About this episode: In every area of life and leadership, the ability to persuade with integrity is essential. Whether inspiring a team, influencing change, or sharing an idea that matters, persuasion done well can be a force for good. If we are seeking to deliver more good initiatives, we need to master the art of persuasion — as it can make all the difference between success and failure. My gues
Elevating Your Good With Linkedin with Danielle Ellis
About this episode: In a world where visibility and positioning matter more than ever, many highly capable leaders find themselves brilliantly representing their organisations, yet struggling to articulate their own value. This conversation explores why that happens and, more importantly, what to do about it. Chris Cooper is joined by Danielle Ellis, a career strategist who has helped over 2,000
Encore: Inner Growth, Outer Success: Lessons from Daniel Wood and the Swedish Wealth Institute
About this episode: Why do some people turn setbacks into extraordinary success while others remain stuck? And what does it really take to create freedom, impact and opportunity in today's uncertain world? On this episode of The Business Elevation Show, Chris Cooper speaks with Daniel Wood, CEO and co-founder of the Swedish Wealth Institute, about the principles and experiences that help people t
Inner Growth, Outer Success: Lessons from Daniel Wood and the Swedish Wealth Institute
About this episode: Why do some people turn setbacks into extraordinary success while others remain stuck? And what does it really take to create freedom, impact and opportunity in today's uncertain world? On this episode of The Business Elevation Show, Chris Cooper speaks with Daniel Wood, CEO and co-founder of the Swedish Wealth Institute, about the principles and experiences that help people
From Burnout to Contribution: The Way of Twilight with Michael Brant DeMaria
About This Epsiode: What happens when the work you care about most begins to drain the very life from you? Over thirty years ago, Dr Michael Brant DeMaria was working as a child protection psychologist, witnessing thousands of cases of severe abuse and neglect. The emotional toll led to compassion fatigue, burnout and even suicidal thoughts. For someone devoted to helping others, it became a
Acting for Peace: How To Build It in Our Work and Communities with Michael Macy
About This Episode: Peace is not passive. It is not abstract. And it is not something reserved for governments, diplomats or global leaders. It is something we build — or undermine — every single day through how we communicate, how we lead, how we handle disagreement, and how we speak about those who see the world differently. In this thought provoking and deeply practical conversation, Chri
Motivate, Not Deflate: Applying Buddhist Wisdom to Elevate Feedback, Performance, and Leadership with Dr Laura Lois Greenwood
About this episode: What if some of the most effective tools for feedback, performance management, and emotional intelligence had been refined for centuries? In this practical and thought-provoking conversation, Chris Cooper is joined by Dr Laura Lois Greenwood, a leadership and emotional intelligence specialist who has helped tens of thousands of people transform challenging emotions into clea
How to Bridge Divides with Simon Greer
About this episode: Chris Cooper is joined by bridge-builder and social entrepreneur Simon Greer for a powerful conversation about how to bridge divides in a world where people increasingly see those they disagree with as "the other." Simon shares his early life, his rise through progressive politics, and the turning point when he realised he had been contributing to the very demonisation he oppo
Nature for Everyone: Why Biodiversity Matters to Business, Communities, and You with Helen Avery
About this episode: Biodiversity loss isn't just an environmental issue—it's a financial, social and business risk that affects us all. In this episode of The Business Elevation Show, Chris is joined by Helen Avery, Director of Nature Programmes at the Green Finance Institute (GFI), to explore how private sector investment is being mobi-lised to restore nature and why this matters for leaders, or
Communicating for Good: Storytelling To Change and Save Lives with Rhonda Curry
About this episode: Words shape lives. If you want your communication to build trust, inspire action and change—or even save—lives, this episode is for you. In this episode, Chris Cooper is joined by Elevation Collective member Rhonda Curry, a global communications and marketing leader who has spent decades shaping the narratives behind health and cancer research, prevention, treatment and care
Healing Trauma, Gracefully with Dr Lori Leyden
About This Episode: Dr Lori Leyden (PhD, MBA) is an internationally recognised trauma-healing professional, transformational leader, and mentor whose work has supported thousands worldwide — including genocide survivors in Rwanda, communities impacted by the Sandy Hook Elementary School and Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School shootings, and Indigenous and refugee communities in Australia. Lori
Winning the Snakes & Ladders Game Of Life with Paul Davis
About this episode: Life and business rarely move in straight lines. There are ladders that elevate us faster than expected—and snakes that can suddenly knock us back. In this insightful and timely conversation, Chris Cooper is joined by Paul Davis, renowned business growth consultant, intuitive advisor, and three-time best-selling author, to explore the wisdom at the heart of his latest book, W
Forging Unbreakable Alliances: Lessons in Trust, Communication and Leadership with Robin Dreeke
About this episode: In this thought-provoking episode of The Business Elevation Show – Where Good Matters, Chris Cooper is joined by Robin Dreeke, retired FBI Special Agent and former Chief of the Counterintelligence Behavioural Analysis Program. Robin's career took him into some of the highest-stakes environments imaginable — recruiting spies, working in counterintelligence, and navigating ext
Special Encore: We Are Inseparable: From Fragmentation to Unity — A New Vision for Business, Leadership, and Humanity with Dr Jude Currivan
About this episode: In a world marked by growing complexity, division, and ecological tipping points, a new story is emerging — one that reclaims our deep interconnectedness with each other, with the Earth, and with the cosmos itself. Dr. Jude Currivan, cosmologist, planetary healer, and former international business leader, invites us into a radical shift in perception: from the illusion of sepa
Special Encore Show: 10 Elevations For Thriving and Doing Good In The World Today with Chris Cooper
About this episode: As the year draws to a close, Chris Cooper steps behind the microphone for a special solo episode to reflect, distil, and share what truly matters now. Drawing on over 14 years od conversations with inspiring leaders and changemakers on The Business Elevation Show, alongside the lived wisdom of The Elevation Collective community, Chris shares 10 Elevations for Thriving and D
10 Elevations For Thriving and Doing Good In The World Today with Chris Cooper
About this episode: As the year draws to a close, Chris Cooper steps behind the microphone for a special solo episode to reflect, distil, and share what truly matters now. Drawing on over 14 years of conversations with inspiring leaders and changemakers on The Business Elevation Show, alongside the lived wisdom of The Elevation Collective community, Chris shares 10 Elevations for Thriving and Doi
Special Encore: Fierce Civility from Polarization to Lasting Peace with Joe Weston
About this episode: How do we best cope with our current volatile, disruptive and extremely polarised world situation? How can you adapt your approach when you meet others with a very different view to you? On this Special Encore episode, we welcome Joe Weston who brings over 30 years of experience in conflict prevention, leadership, stress management, and communication. We explore the principles
Firm Feedback in a Fragile World: with Jeff Hancher
About this episode: On this episode, Chris is joined by national bestselling author and former Fortune 500 executive Jeff Hancher, whose book "Firm Feedback in a Fragile World" offers a practical and compassionate approach to one of leadership's toughest challenges: giving honest feedback without damaging trust. Jeff's own story is remarkable. Raised in poverty and starting his career as a fill-in
Special Encore: The Five Stages of Career Growth with Tessa White
About this episode: How do you best navigate your career and the complex relationship between individuals and the workplace today? Tessa White, known as the Job Doctor, exploded on social media in late 2020 with her expertise on careers and workplace dynamics, after 20 years leading human resources functions within the Fortune 50 to fast-growth start-ups. With more than one million followers on s
Graceful Leadership – In times of peace and crisis with Dr Will Parks
About this episode: In a world living through what many now call a "polycrisis" – overlapping conflicts, climate shocks and social division – what does truly graceful leadership look like? In this powerful conversation, Chris Cooper is joined by Dr Will Parks, a deeply experienced humanitarian leader whose career has taken him from UNICEF roles in the Pacific Islands, Nepal, Iraq, Iran, Bhutan
Entrepreneurship, Happiness and Lifting Communities with Michael Glauser
About this episode: How can entrepreneurship be used not only to build livelihoods, but also to lift communities and create a happier, more connected world? In this inspiring episode, host Chris Cooper talks with Michael Glauser, entrepreneur, author, and Executive Director of the Center for Entrepreneurship at Utah State University. Michael has built and sold successful companies, cycled 4,000 m
The Glacier That Could Change Everything: What Thwaites Teaches Us About Leadership, Urgency and Action with Dr Ted Scambos
About this episode: Deep beneath the frozen frontier of Antarctica, a massive glacier the size of the UK is sliding toward the sea. Thwaites — known as the "Doomsday Glacier" — could raise global sea levels by more than two feet and trigger the collapse of the entire West Antarctic Ice Sheet, reshaping coastlines and economies worldwide. In this eye-opening conversation, Dr. Ted Scambos, Senior
Intentional Ambition: Redefining Your Work for Greater Joy, Freedom and Fulfilment with Rha Goddess
About this episode: What if ambition didn't have to mean striving, burnout, or compromise? What if it could be a joyful, purpose-driven expression of who you truly are? In this inspiring conversation, Rha Goddess — entrepreneurial soul coach, author, and founder of Move The Crowd — joins Chris Cooper to explore how to align purpose, prosperity, and impact through her concept and new book Intenti
Special Encore Show: Managing Stress with Dr Rachel Morris
About This Episode: In this special encore interview, we meet Dr. Rachel Morris, a seasoned former GP and speaker who intimately understands the pressures of feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, and teetering on the brink of burnout. With a deep belief that it is possible to thrive both in work and life, Rachel advocates for the idea that happiness and a fulfilling career should not be mutually exclus
Persuasion for Good with Paul du Toit
About this episode: In every area of life and leadership, the ability to persuade with integrity is essential. Whether inspiring a team, influencing change, or sharing an idea that matters, persuasion done well can be a force for good. If we are seeking to deliver more good initiatives, we need to master the art of persuasion — as it can make all the difference between success and failure. My g
Special Encore Show: Business Fuelling Dreams with Shay Hoelscher & Sabre Cook
About this episode: In this Special Encore episode, we explore Fueling Dreams with Shay Hoelscher, CEO of privé products, and Sabré Cook, trailblazing racing driver and engineer, as they break new ground for women in motorsport. As the first female driver in the Porsche Carrera Cup North America Series, Sabré defies the odds in a male-dominated field, inspiring a wave of female fans and aspiring
Psychological Safety at Work with Mehmet Baha
About this episode: What does it really take to create a workplace where people feel safe to speak up, take risks, and perform at their very best? In this episode, Chris Cooper is joined by Mehmet Baha, known simply as Baha, an international speaker, trainer, and author whose life's mission has been to make a positive difference in people's lives. With over 24 years of global experience across Eu
The State of The World Forum with Jim Garrison and Tom Eddington
About this episode: In this special edition of The Business Elevation Show, I am joined by two extraordinary leaders—Tom Eddington and Jim Garrison—for a conversation on the State of the World Forum and its urgent mission for our times. Tom Eddington is an author, executive coach, and business advisor whose work bridges leadership, media, and consciousness. As Vice President of the State of t
The Five Stages of Career Growth with Tessa White
About this episode: How do you best navigate your career and the complex relationship between individuals and the workplace today? Tessa White, known as the Job Doctor, exploded on social media in late 2020 with her expertise on careers and workplace dynamics, after 20 years leading human resources functions within the Fortune 50 to fast-growth start-ups. With more than one million followers o
Fix The Process, Free the People with Lisa Bing
About this epsiode: What if the toughest problems in your business aren't really about people at all—but about process? And what if the missing ingredient in leadership today is learning how to hold people accountable with both clarity and compassion? In this uplifting conversation, Chris Cooper is joined by Lisa Bing, a sought-after leadership strategist, educator, and board leader whose career
Mapping Your Territory with Explorer and Entrepreneur Anthony Willoughby
About this episode: Anthony Willoughby has lived an extraordinary life. From growing up in Africa to decades spent in Japan, his journey has taken him across some of the most remote and challenging landscapes on earth. An explorer, adventurer, and entrepreneur, Anthony is the founder of The Nomadic School of Business and the creator of Territory Mapping—a unique methodology inspired by indigeno
Becoming a Firefly: Igniting Your Power to Elevate Good
About this episode: How do ordinary people light up the world in extraordinary ways? In this inspiring episode of The Business Elevation Show, Chris Cooper interviews visionary leader and author Julie Wignall about her multi-award-winning book The Extraordinary Power of Fireflies. Julie coined the term "Fireflies" to describe those who break barriers and illuminate new possibilities. With a c
From Streets to Finding Your Feet: Empowering the Next Generation with Duro Oye
About this episode: Duro Oye has dedicated his life to unlocking potential where the odds are stacked against it. As the CEO and founder of the multi-award-winning charity 20/20 Levels, he has already empowered thousands of young people from black, racially underrepresented, and low socio-economic backgrounds — and his vision is nothing short of transforming a billion lives worldwide. In this i
Amplifying Good Through Knowledge, Ethics, and Action with Dr Julian Huppert
About this episode: From cutting-edge genomics research to the floor of the UK Parliament, and from advising on AI ethics to shaping the future of financial investments, Dr Julian Huppert has lived a career at the intersection of science, politics, and social good. As the Founding Director of the Intellectual Forum at Jesus College, Cambridge, Julian convenes brilliant minds to tackle some of t
Healing The Mind: From Trauma to Transformation with Andrew Jenkins
About This Episode: What does it take to not just survive life's toughest challenges—but to come back stronger and inspire others? In this extraordinary episode, I speak with Andrew Jenkins, a finalist on the BBC hit show The Traitors, and a powerful voice for resilience and mental health advocacy. At just 21, Andrew's life changed forever when a devastating car accident left him in a coma, wit
From Spy Chief To Author with David Bickford CB
About this episode: In this highly compelling episode, we're joined by David Bickford CB, a former senior intelligence official who served as Legal Director and Under-Secretary of State at both MI5 and MI6. David played a key role in shaping the UK's counter-terrorism and intelligence laws, creating the legal pathways that enabled operational intelligence to be used in court—revolutionising the
Special Encore: Heart-Led Leadership with Zoe Holland MBE
About this episode: In this inspiring Special Encore conversation, Chris Cooper is joined by Zoe Holland MBE, Group Chief Commercial Officer at Fletchers Group, legal entrepreneur, and passionate advocate for heart-led leadership. With a leadership mantra of "there is no room for ego," Zoe champions authenticity, inclusivity, and purpose-driven leadership, empowering leaders to create meaningful c
Special Encore Show: The Serving Leader with John Stahl-Wert
About this episode: Join us for this inspiring Special Encore episode of The Business Elevation Show, where Chris sits down with Dr. John Stahl-Wert, Founder of the Center for Serving Leadership. With three decades of experience in pioneering training solutions and working with organizations worldwide, John has helped businesses achieve outstanding results by investing in their people. In this in
The Call of Antarctica: Leadership Lessons from the Coldest Continent with Leilani Raashida Henry
About this episode: In this inspiring episode, Chris Cooper interviews Leilani Raashida Henry, leadership consultant, executive coach, and author of The Call of Antarctica: Exploring and Protecting Earth's Coldest Continent. The book shares the powerful, little-known story of her father, George W. Gibbs Jr., the first person of African descent to set foot on Antarctica, and the lessons his histo
Special Encore Show: Angels in Tsavo - An Elevation Collective Experience in Kenya
About this episode: In this deeply moving and inspiring Special Encore episode, Chris Cooper was joined by four extraordinary members of 'The Elevation Collective'—Molly Bedingfield, Elisabet Vinberg Hearn, Tessa White, and Hilary Wilson—as they reflect on their recent journey to the Global Angels Tsavo Project in Kenya. Led by Global Angels founder Molly Bedingfield, the collective lived in rema
Performance, Wellbeing and Authenticity with Stevie Ward, Former Leeds Rhinos Captain
About this episode: Join us for a powerful and deeply human conversation with Stevie Ward—keynote speaker, freedom coach, and former professional rugby league captain—who now dedicates his life to helping leaders and teams unlock extraordinary performance while experiencing deep, lasting wellbeing. Stevie's journey is anything but ordinary. Once a rugby star and captain living his boyhood dream w
Is Capitalism Good? A Journey from Steel Mills to Social Impact with Brian Gallagher
About this epsiode: In this powerful episode of the Business Elevation Show, Chris Cooper speaks with Brian Gallagher – former CEO of United Way Worldwide and current Founder of the Leargas Group – about one of today's most pressing questions: Is capitalism good? Drawing on a life journey from humble beginnings in a steel town to leading one of the world's most influential non-profits, they discu
Breathing Through Uncertainty: Yoga, Presence, and Purpose with Luke Ketterhagen
About this episode: In this uplifting episode of the Business Elevation Show, Chris Cooper is joined by Luke Ketterhagen—yoga teacher, wellness guide, blueberry farmer, and faculty member at the Himalayan Institute. From a childhood in rural Wisconsin to studying under a Himalayan master, Luke has spent over two decades teaching yoga, meditation, and breathing techniques around the world. C
Angels in Tsavo: An Elevation Collective Experience in Kenya
More about this episode: In this deeply moving and inspiring episode, Chris Cooper is joined by four extraordinary members of 'The Elevation Collective'—Molly Bedingfield, Elisabet Vinberg Hearn, Tessa White, and Hilary Wilson—as they reflect on their recent journey to the Global Angels Tsavo Project in Kenya. Led by Global Angels founder Molly Bedingfield, the collective lived in remarkable ea
From Plastic Bottles To Performance Clothing - A conversation with Reflo's co-founder Rory MacFadyen
About this episode: In this episode, Chris Cooper sits down with Rory MacFadyen, co-founder of Reflo, a performance-wear brand on a mission to revolutionise the sportswear industry by becoming the most sustainable brand in the world. With over a decade of experience in sports and entertainment across the UK, UAE, and Saudi Arabia, Rory has built an impressive career specializing in marketing, bra
Elevating for Good – Chris Cooper on 600 Episodes of The Business Elevation show with guest host Mike Mooney
About this episode: In this landmark 600th edition of The Business Elevation Show, celebrated author and reputation strategist Mike Mooney steps in as guest host to interview the show's founder and long-time host Chris Cooper. Since launching the show in 2011, Chris has built The Business Elevation Show into one of the longest-running podcasts in the world, with a global audience in over 50 count
Special Encore: Step Up and Be an Angel: Impact with Kindness with Molly Bedingfield
About this episode: Join us for this Special Encore episoe, as we explore the heart of kindness as we discuss by stepping up and being an angel with Molly Bedingfield, Founder and CEO of the Global Angels Foundation. Molly exemplifies how leading with kindness can revolutionise our approach to personal growth, stakeholder engagement, and community support. With her extensive background in busines
Special Encore Show: Become The 'Go To' Brand - With Barnaby Wynter
More about this Special Encore episode: Join us for a dive into effective branding and marketing with Barnaby Wynter, author of Become the GO TO BRAND and renowned strategic brand expert. With over 457 brands under his belt and as the creator of the transformative Brand Bucket® Programme, Barnaby has dedicated his career to helping businesses stand out in crowded markets. From his swift rise to
Preparing Young People For Adult Life with Tracey Jones
About this episode: In this insightful conversation, I sit down with Tracey Jones a highly respected Mind Management coach, keynote speaker, and leadership expert, to explore how we can better prepare young adults for the realities of adult life. With over 14 years of coaching experience and having empowered more than 4,500 individuals through her Language Alchemy™ methodology, Tracey brings a w
We Are Inseparable: From Fragmentation to Unity — A New Vision for Business, Leadership, and Humanity with Dr Jude Currivan
About this episode: In a world marked by growing complexity, division, and ecological tipping points, a new story is emerging — one that reclaims our deep interconnectedness with each other, with the Earth, and with the cosmos itself. Dr. Jude Currivan, cosmologist, planetary healer, and former international business leader, invites us into a radical shift in perception: from the illusion of sep
Special Encore Show: Unspoken Truths for Career Success with Tessa White
About this episode: How do you best navigate your career or the complex relationship between individuals and the workplace, today? My guest for this Special Encore episode, Tessa White, known as the Job Doctor, exploded on social media with her expertise on careers and how to navigate the complicated relationship between individuals and the workplace in late 2020, after 20 years leading human r
Observe to Unmask – Knowing People Better with Pushpendra Mehta
More about this episode: In this conversation, we will explore with Pushpendra Mehta, author of the Wall Street Journal bestseller Observe to Unmask: 100 Small Things to Know People Better, the subtle yet powerful art of observation—and how truly seeing others (and ourselves) changes everything. Drawing from his acclaimed book and life experiences across India and the U.S., Pushpendra will shar
Leading Yourself with Elizabeth Lotardo
About this episode: In this episode, I am delighted to welcome Elizabeth Lotardo - consultant, writer, and LinkedIn Learning instructor - to talk with me about her new book Leading Yourself. Known for her fresh and practical take on leadership, Elizabeth will share insights on how to create a work experience worth loving, no matter your title or role. This is despite imperfect bosses, weird eco
Special Encore Show: Metaverse for Good: A Catalyst for Positive Change? - With Noleen Mariappen
About this episode: In this special encore episode, we learn about the metaverse and its transformative potential, with guest Noleen Mariappen, a dynamic impact entrepreneur and trailblazer in ESG, sustainability, and digital innovation. As the founder of Impactoverse & Saffa Global, co-founder of Think Ocean CIC and a multi-faceted Director and Expert Advisor to global organizations, Noleen's
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