The SMART Inclusion Podcast

Welcome to the SMART Inclusion podcast, where we connect the dots between investing in people, investing capital, and preserving the planet - this is equity economics.

The SMART Inclusion Podcast is a technology podcast hosted by Todd Q. Adams, with 13 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Todd Q. Adams hosts The SMART Inclusion Podcast, a technology show with 13 episodes published.

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  Episode #12

  SMART Inclusion Podcast: Episode 12 - Energy Transition/Sustainability with Charletta Jean-Louis

  Dec 20, 202426 minS0

  <p>In the season finale of the Smart Inclusion podcast, host Todd Q. Adams welcomes Charletta Lewis, General Partner at Mighty Oaks Capital Partners. Charletta shares her unconventional journey from law enforcement to Silicon Valley, and now back to Houston as an investor. This episode dives into her unique approach to venture capital, how she supports underrepresented founders, and the importance of community-driven investing. They also discuss her portfolio success stories, including Mula Wireless, and the broader need for systemic changes in how venture capital engages with diverse founders. If you’re passionate about social entrepreneurship, conscious capitalism, and the fu...

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  Episode #11

  SMART Inclusion Podcast: Episode 11 - Energy Transition/Sustainability: Investing (Public & Private)

  Dec 17, 202411 minS0

  <p>We have been through an EXCITING JOURNEY of SMART Inclusion: Energy Transition, Investing, and Sustainability Podcast! Our host, Todd Q. Adams, starts to wrap up the season by revisiting powerful themes and stories that showcase how investing in community-driven, socially conscious solutions is essential to the energy transition. Todd dives into highlights from the season, discussing the innovative ways small and medium-sized businesses, indigenous-led ventures, and tech-forward training programs are shaping the path forward. Join Todd as he connects the dots between sustainability, economic growth, and equity, setting the stage for an inclusive clean energy future!</p> <p>Timestamps:<...

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  Episode #10

  SMART Inclusion Podcast: Episode 10 - Climate Tech Storytelling with Kobby Osei-Kusi

  Dec 13, 202424 minS0

  <p>How can small and medium-sized businesses thrive in the EV revolution? In this episode of the "SMART Inclusion" podcast, host Todd Q. Adams chats with Kobby Osei-Kusi, CEO of Pirl EV Charging, about innovative ways to join the clean energy movement. From his journey from Ghana to Wall Street and into clean energy, Kobby shares insights on making EV charging smarter, more accessible, and sustainable. Explore topics like democratizing EV infrastructure, grid load management, and the role of small businesses in energy transformation. Whether you're a business owner, entrepreneur, or sustainability advocate, this episode offers practical tips and big-picture...

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  Episode #9

  SMART Inclusion Podcast: Episode 9 - Climate Tech Storytelling

  Dec 10, 202412 minS0

  <p>In this powerful opening, host Todd Q. Adams dives into the key role of community benefits in clean energy projects, sharing insights into the “four pillars” that drive local impact: economic development, quality job creation, community partnerships, and greenhouse gas reduction. Todd explores how storytelling connects communities to clean energy projects, helping demystify innovations like wind farms, solar arrays, and data centers. Through the experiences of leaders like Brett Isaac of Navajo Power Home and Jason Rodriguez of Froliq, we see the real-world value of initiatives that prioritize both environmental and economic benefits. This episode unpacks the urgency of reac...

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  Episode #8

  SMART Inclusion Podcast: Episode 8 - Workforce Investment (Skills Gap) with Jason Rodriguez

  Dec 6, 202427 minS0

  <p>In this episode of Smart Inclusion, host Todd Q Adams talks with Jason Rodriguez, founder of Froliq, about the critical workforce skills gap in the clean energy sector. With the ongoing clean energy transition, there is an urgent need for trained professionals to fill the jobs being created in this industry. Jason shares his journey from market research at Z Prime to founding Froliq, which focuses on innovative training solutions that leverage technology like virtual and augmented reality. The discussion highlights successful projects with partners like Exelon and the importance of engaging diverse communities to build a strong pipeline...

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