Nikki Silvestri of Soil and Shadow
09/05/23 • 54 min
In this episode of "The Running Wine Mom," we explore the journey and insights of Nikki Silvestri, a remarkable leader, entrepreneur, and advocate. Nikki wears many hats - she's a mother of two, a non-profit executive director, and the CEO and founder of Soil and Shadow. She also serves on the board of Greenpeace USA and is an international keynote speaker.
Nikki's approach to inclusion, leadership, and organizational development is deeply rooted in nature, weaving the concept of "social fertility" into her Joy and ImpactTM framework. She encourages a shame-free approach to addressing societal shadows and blind spots, especially in the pursuit of balancing the triple bottom line of ecology, economy, and equity in our ever-changing world.
Throughout her wide-ranging career, Nikki has presented at the White House, negotiated with the Environmental Protection Agency, and conducted intimate workshops with local businesses. She's a recipient of prestigious awards, including ELLE Magazine's Gold Award and OxFam America's Act Local, Think Global Award, and she's been named one of The Root's 100 Most Influential African Americans.
Join us as we explore Nikki's unique perspective, her experiences across different sectors, and her passion for creating positive change. Discover how she uses her platform to drive impactful conversations and empower others. Tune in now for an enlightening and inspiring conversation with Nikki Silvestri.
Instagram:
@Nikki_Silvestri
https://linktr.ee/nikki_silvestri
In this episode of "The Running Wine Mom," we explore the journey and insights of Nikki Silvestri, a remarkable leader, entrepreneur, and advocate. Nikki wears many hats - she's a mother of two, a non-profit executive director, and the CEO and founder of Soil and Shadow. She also serves on the board of Greenpeace USA and is an international keynote speaker.
Nikki's approach to inclusion, leadership, and organizational development is deeply rooted in nature, weaving the concept of "social fertility" into her Joy and ImpactTM framework. She encourages a shame-free approach to addressing societal shadows and blind spots, especially in the pursuit of balancing the triple bottom line of ecology, economy, and equity in our ever-changing world.
Throughout her wide-ranging career, Nikki has presented at the White House, negotiated with the Environmental Protection Agency, and conducted intimate workshops with local businesses. She's a recipient of prestigious awards, including ELLE Magazine's Gold Award and OxFam America's Act Local, Think Global Award, and she's been named one of The Root's 100 Most Influential African Americans.
Join us as we explore Nikki's unique perspective, her experiences across different sectors, and her passion for creating positive change. Discover how she uses her platform to drive impactful conversations and empower others. Tune in now for an enlightening and inspiring conversation with Nikki Silvestri.
Instagram:
@Nikki_Silvestri
https://linktr.ee/nikki_silvestri
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Show Notes:
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