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Through the Earth Microbiome Program and complementary efforts, we have sampled a broad range of microbiomes from across the planet. All microbiomes that have been studied are impacted by human activity — the effects of industrialization on the human microbiome are best characterized, but capture of animals in zoos, domestication, modification of soils through agricultural practices, and modification of freshwater and marine microbiomes have also all been well characterized. Indeed, the pervasive role of environmental microbiomes in biogeochemical cycles necessary to sustain life led to a position paper entitled "Scientists’ warning to humanity: microorganisms and climate change”, the title of which speaks for itself. However, there is hope. Efforts such as the Microbiota Vault will be especially important in this respect, but also new monitoring and modeling approaches will help us understand where to look globally for the best specimens and microbes to preserve. Series: "CARTA - Center for Academic Research and Training in Anthropogeny" [Humanities] [Science] [Show ID: 37909]

Through the Earth Microbiome Program and complementary efforts, we have sampled a broad range of microbiomes from across the planet. All microbiomes that have been studied are impacted by human activity — the effects of industrialization on the human microbiome are best characterized, but capture of animals in zoos, domestication, modification of soils through agricultural practices, and modification of freshwater and marine microbiomes have also all been well characterized. Indeed, the pervasive role of environmental microbiomes in biogeochemical cycles necessary to sustain life led to a position paper entitled "Scientists’ warning to humanity: microorganisms and climate change”, the title of which speaks for itself. However, there is hope. Efforts such as the Microbiota Vault will be especially important in this respect, but also new monitoring and modeling approaches will help us understand where to look globally for the best specimens and microbes to preserve. Series: "CARTA - Center for Academic Research and Training in Anthropogeny" [Humanities] [Science] [Show ID: 37909]

Summer vacation is getting long in the tooth. A number of years ago, I would’ve been staring down the calendar because football practice starts next week in Ohio. It’s sad to see summer wane, but it is what we do for a living. And, even though it’s hard to go back, as soon as you step in front of those students—it just feels right.Today, I’m going to give you a magnificent idea for the first day of school. I’m teaching a brand new class this fall. It’s EDUC 313 Curriculum and Design. I’m determined to engage my 3rd and 4th year students right out of the chutes. I’m also determined to demonstrate to them how they can start creating an outstanding learning environment once they become the teachers in the very near future. I want to read from the Ohio Teacher Evaluation Rubric. This is under the domain Classroom Environment. To score accomplished on the rubric, you had to do the following: The teacher and students have collaboratively established consistent use of routines, procedures and transitions that are effective in maximizing instructional time. On-task behavior is evident and ensured by students. Students initiate responsibility for effective operation of the classroom.I think this is a great objective. Congratulations Ohio. I’m going to certainly attempt to do that starting on Day 1. I’m going to draw inspiration from the British Isles and 807 years ago. The Magna Carta was signed by King John in 1215. By doing so, he became a monarch whose power was limited. He agreed to certain demands of his nobles in the process. Since then, the United Kingdom has been a beacon of good government. I had a pretty rugged Biology teacher in high school. On the first day, he informed us that the class was not a democracy and he was a benevolent dictator. Certainly, there’s a middle ground. I’m guessing that Magna Carta Jigsaw lesson will inspire you!

Jake Billingham, BEIS, discusses Digital Transformation with Emma Charles and Nick Zinzan from Kin + Carta. Kin + Carta is a global digital transformation consultancy. As a Certified B Corp and trusted supplier to the public sector, they aim to help deliver public services that are accessible, inclusive and sustainable to meet the needs of citizens and our institutions alike. Emma Charles is the Director of Public Sector Delivery at Kin + Carta. Emma is a digital transformation specialist with over 25 years experience of designing and managing high profile digital change projects. Having started her career working with major world class sports organisations, and with a stint in the Civil Service along the way, her more recent experience has been helping central government departments to improve their digital maturity and transformation effectiveness. She specialises in digital strategy, product management and service design. Nick Zinzan is the Head of Responsible Business at Kin + Carta. Nick has worked for the Kin + Carta group for over 15 years and is the first Head of Responsible Business at Kin + Carta Plc, driving the triple bottom line and B Corp initiative. Outside of work, he is a trustee for the Conservation Foundation, a charity focused on community solutions for environmental problems.

One of the best feelings is when business flows and feels good, like you’re doing what you’re meant to be doing and it’s connected to your soul. If you haven’t felt that before, it’s time! It could be your leadership style that’s holding you back or, more likely, that you’re subscribed to patriarchal beliefs about leadership. And it’s no wonder. We’ve been taught from birth that boys and girls, men and women are expected to show up differently.  No more! The truth is that femininity and masculinity is a spectrum and we can show up any way that works for us. Not only that but we can all have the same qualities, no matter our gender. It’s often how we’re conditioned that determines how we show up. This week on the podcast, Giada Carta of the Soulful Mentor, is sharing why we need to let go of the patriarchal narrative of leadership and start embracing our true characteristics and using them in business. About Giada Carta: Giada Carta is a business mentor on a mission to awaken revolutionary leaders all over the world. Her Soulful Mentoring® method uses archetypes to help high achieving women entrepreneurs forge their own rules to change the world through their best and most aligned work. Visit her website and follow her on Instagram.    Links and Resources: Discover Your Leadership Archetype Your One Thing Quarterly Workshop Time Stamps: [3:22] - About Giada [3:57] - We tend to handle biz looking outward  [4:25] - The only way to be successful is to start from the inside [6:11] - How we manage biz and people has a lot to do with how we lead [8:47] - Myths we have around leadership [12:02] - We try to develop the characteristics that we think leaders should have  [15:10] - The earlier we buy into this new leadership the better [17:59] - Qualities that are glorified in our culture [22:21] - Labels are part of the patriarchy [25:22] - How we question ourselves needs to be different for everyone [27:50] - Start working on the things you’re good at vs. what’s hard for you [31:04] - We’re trained to have external focus; we need to look internally [35:48] - You’re not compatible with everyone [37:05] - We waste a lot of time trying to make work relationships work because we [41:47] - Our comfort in the patriarchal viewpoint  [47:02] - Take your team members’ leadership styles too

In Episode 27 of Season 2, on Driven By Data, Kyle Winterbottom is joined by Rob Wadsworth, Director of Enterprise Data for Kin + Carta Europe, where they discuss why now is the time to think differently about data, which includes:The difference between product thinking, data products and data as a product How these differences impact the value an organisation can driveHow organisations are being held back by their inability to think differentlyHow product thinking impacts investment and ROIHow to build and structure your Data & Analytics team for product thinkingThe roles that are the most pivotal How to get started on the product thinking journey

Martin Parton is CTO at Kin + Carta Europe Kin + Carta [ https://investors.kinandcarta.com/overview/default.aspx ] is a technology, data and experience consultancy that believes in using business as a force for good. They are at the forefront of a new class of digitally-native firms built to deliver Digital Transformation 2.0, and they choose to do so as a socially responsible business that champions inclusion, diversity, equality and sustainability. Martin is an experienced CTO, technical leader & consultant based in the North West and works globally with clients in all territories.  During this podcast episode, as Martin is a keen pianist, Ben sits down to discuss the relationship between music and engineering. They also discussed how Kin + Carta collaborates with clients to get the best outcome from a project.

Charly Kevers, CFO at Carta, has more than 20 years of experience holding various roles in finance and strategy, including investor relations and corporate development in multiple countries across North America, Europe, and Asia. While he didn’t take a straight path to his current role, his breadth of experience in consulting and the financial world has given him great exposure to different businesses and executives to help prepare him to be a leader at Carta. To be a successful CFO, Charly strongly believes in trying out different roles and opportunities, including learning about mergers and acquisitions and investor relations. This will help you as a CFO to gain an understanding of how investors approach their investments, and how to better communicate with them. Carta takes a unique and transparent approach to their business, being open with employees and investors. While at first, this was a bit jarring for Charly, he has embraced how being open and honest about the business can greatly improve a company’s culture and be a driver for growth. Charly believes that being a good CFO requires you to be as objective as possible and try to not be defensive, no matter if you’re dealing with good or bad situations. It is important to be very clear in explaining your thoughts and processes, reinforcing that you’re trying things in an effort to grow and prosper. He feels that if you aren’t constantly trying new things, then you won’t be able to properly build and expand your business.  In this episode of The CFO Playbook, Charly Kevers, CFO at Carta shares his thoughts on how transparency can build trust and confidence with your employees and investors. He explains why it is important to take risks and try new things. Charly also talks about the importance of embracing technology and how he approaches recruiting and retention for his team.Take The CFO Playbook Listener Survey to help us improve the show. You’ll also be entered to win your choice of the latest iPad Pro or a Samsung Galaxy S7.Connect with our guest Charly on LinkedIn.Connect with our host Ross on LinkedIn.If you want a better way to track and control your team’s spend, check out Soldo.com

Dr. Catalina Viale de Amesti - "Gracia y salvación en la carta a los romanos según Tomás de Aquino"" by Angelicum Thomistic Institute

What if there was a stock market for private companies? Carta is well on its way to realizing that vision. Henry Ward launched the company to 2012 under the name eShares. Fast-forward and Carta now manages over $575B in equity for 11,000+ companies and has a sky-high valuation of its own at $1.7 billion. Henry shares his vision for closing the wealth inequality gap, how he's hiring 50 new employees each month, and how his previous startup's failure led to Carta's success.