Making Sustainability Sustainable: Kené Umeasiegbu Explains How
"Never get so far ahead of your army that you look like the enemy”. In this enlightening episode, we're joined by Kéne Umeasiegbu, a sustainability and corporate affairs leader with a rich background extending from Nigeria to international arenas. Listen as Kéne shares profound insights on the interplay of patience, understanding, and community in shaping a sustainable future.
Key Takeaways:
Journey from Nigeria to Global Stage:
Kené's upbringing and experiences in Nigeria, setting the foundation for his perspective on sustainability.
The influence of diverse cultural and environmental experiences on his approach to global sustainability challenges.
The Role of Patience and Understanding:
The importance of empathy in connecting with different groups.
Building bridges towards a common vision for a sustainable world.
The Transformative Power of Questions:
How asking the right questions can lead to impactful actions and decisions.
The importance of critical thinking in sustainability.
Global Impact of Local Choices:
Discussing the ripple effect of decisions made in one part of the world on global communities.
The interconnectedness of our actions and their implications.
Redefining Sustainability:
Challenging traditional concepts of sustainability.
Making sustainability more accessible and practical for all.
The value of operating both within and outside organisational structures for sustainable goals.
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Produced by Soundquake
Edited by Jake-Lee Savage
