This episode is perfect for anyone interested in sustainability and smart growth, and a life of humanitarian work and service.
IN THIS EPISODE
- Shannon explains the mission and work of Sustain Charlotte.
- He defines what sustainability means to him.
- He shares what gets in the way of sustainability and the benefits of long-term thinking.
- He addresses whether an unregulated free market is the best mechanism for addressing present and future needs.
- Shannon discusses smart growth and the costs and benefits of new modes of travel.
- He talks about why Sustain Charlotte is necessary.
- He addresses the symbolism of becoming a low-carbon city.
- He reveals what’s on his mind as a leader of the organization.
- Shannon describes his childhood in Iowa and the irony of his family business.
- He talks about a teenage trait he still has to this day.
- He shares what changed in his life when he studied abroad.
- He details his humanitarian work after college and managing the work emotionally.
- Shannon identifies the book that most influenced him and his career.
- He shares a period of depression and what brought hope and optimism back to his life.
- He answers what motivated him to start Sustain Charlotte.
- He talks about Crystal Tayara and Edie Binns.
- Shannon reveals the values he carries in his wallet and what he wants his to be about.