Babson Trustee Ramón Mendiola, a sustainable business leader and former CEO of the Florida Ice and Farm Company, discussed systems thinking and sustainability on the “From Problems to Possibilities” podcast. Mendiola emphasized the importance of addressing the challenges facing humanity’s existence, stating “the planet itself will go on, but the people on it are the ones who are going to suffer.” The podcast’s third episode, titled “Trust the System,” explores how systems thinking and biomimicry can create sustainable businesses. The episode features Mendiola, Babson professor Vikki Rodgers, and blue economy specialist Ela Gokcigdem ’24. The discussion highlights the role of entrepreneurship and leadership in addressing environmental and social challenges. The episode is available on Apple, Spotify, and Amazon.
Unlocking Sustainable Solutions: How Biomimicry and Systems Thinking Drive Innovation
