Did you know Nick has been in the middle of gun fire, met with senators, and built and sold tech companies? This chapter dives into more of his background and how he approaches social and economic impact ..read more

Did you know that 77% of youth do not qualify for military service due to mental and physical health issues? Did you know that 85% of employees are not engaged at work. Nick reads chapter 1 of his book, “Better” and talks about how to leverage a cities economic needs and systems to address these societal issues ..read more

In this episode of the American Dream Factory: Ross Devol of Heartland Forward: https://heartlandforward.org/ Nick Smoot of Aesop Industries: https://www.aesopindustries.com/ Ross Devol is the president and CEO of Heartland Forward, a “think and do” tank based in Bentonville, Ark. Heartland Forward’s goal is to promote regional innovation and entrepreneurial ecosystems that foster job creation, wage gains and economic growth for the American Heartland. Its mission through independent, data-driven research, action-oriented convenings, such as the Heartland Summit, and impactful policy recommend ..read more

In this episode Nick reads chapters 8 & 9 of his book "Better: How To Build Creative Communities That Transform The World". You will get some additional comments that are not in the book from Nick as he reads. Keep in mind, this isn't a professional reading... enjoy ..read more

In this episode Nick reads chapter 6 of his book “Better: How To Build Creative Communities That Transform The World”. You will get some additional comments that are not in the book from Nick as he reads. Keep in mind, this isn’t a professional reading… enjoy ..read more

In this episode Nick reads chapters four and five of his book “Better: How To Build Creative Communities That Transform The World”. You will get some additional comments that are not in the book from Nick as he reads. Keep in mind, this isn’t a professional reading… enjoy ..read more

In this episode Nick reads chapters one, two, and three of his book “Better: How To Build Creative Communities That Transform The World”. You will get some additional comments that are not in the book from Nick as he reads. Keep in mind, this isn’t a professional reading… enjoy ..read more

In this episode we hear from Scotti Schecter who leads a corporation that provides friendship and accountability to royalty, celebrities, and executives who are seeking a sober life. Scotti grew up as a child pop star, found himself on drugs, full of shame and homeless. After a long road to recovery, he is now leading a powerful platform that is helping the world get real with themselves and find a path to living the life they really seek. For more information head over to InnovationCollective.co to learn more ..read more

In this episode I speak with Daniel about his journey through depression and how he is using Innovation Collective to help him find community and joy again. In this episode we do discuss suicide. If you need help, text or call 988. Head to InnovationCollective.co for more info ..read more

In this episode I interview 3 brothers who grew up homeschooled in between Idaho and Texas that now work for Apple, Tesla, and Amazon. They discuss their childhood, what they think is important about parenting, education, and spirituality. Come on this journey with me as you meet the Coad Brothers. To get involved with our community go to www.InnovationCollective.co ..read more