Session Title: The Global Citizen
“Think globally, act locally” has for a long time applied to environmental perspective. But with frictionless access to news and analysis from around the world, it’s increasingly relevant to citizens of countries across the globe. Cameron, a Member of Parliament who leads the “loyal opposition,” talks about the ways in which citizens can become more aware and more engaged.... Read More إقرأ المزيد | Share it now!
Bill McDonough at Zeitgeist ’07
Session Title: The Green Collar Worker
We’re beginning to realize that all of us aren’t just connected by the Internet; we’re connected through the things we produce. McDonough, co-author of the seminal “Cradle to Cradle,” has for years been a passionate advocate of green supply chains and living buildings. In this session, McDonough will discuss examples where companies have completely rethought their entire process of designing and delivering products to ensure they better mimic the natural world around them.... Read More إقرأ المزيد | Share it now!
“The New Responsibility” Panel Discussion at Zeitgeist 2007
Zeitgeist panelists Larry Brilliant, Majora Carter, John Legend and Christopher Edley discuss “The New Responsibility”. Sustainability is the new skillset. Social justice is the new mindset. One country’s problems demand another country’s solutions. And corporate and personal responsibility is no longer an option: It’s a requirement.... Read More إقرأ المزيد | Share it now!
John Chambers & Tom Friedman at Zeitgeist ’07 (October)
Session title: Even the Organization Is Flat
John Chambers and Tom Friedman open the Corporation 2.0 session block.... Read More إقرأ المزيد | Share it now!
Kurt Andersen at Zeitgeist ’07
Session title: The Heyday of Collaborate + Connect
Kurt Andersen discovered what could be considered the beginnings of today’s most important technology, communications, and transportation infrastructure. In his talk, he’ll show how this explosion of innovation led in part to today’s “collaborate and connect.”... Read More إقرأ المزيد | Share it now!
Tom Brokaw and Yvon Chouinard at Zeitgeist ’07
Session Title: Leading a Non-Virtual Life
Tom Brokaw and Yvon Chouinard talk about being intentionally “un-networked” and leading a deliberately disconnected life. Both will discuss why living off the grid is critical for a well-rounded existence.... Read More إقرأ المزيد | Share it now!
John Legend Performs at Zeitgeist ’07
Grammy-award winning artist John Legend performs Get Lifted, at Zeitgeist ’07. Legend has received critical and popular acclaim for his unique R&B sound.... Read More إقرأ المزيد | Share it now!
Majora Carter at Zeitgeist ’07
Sesssion Title: Social Justice from a Global Perspective
Sustainable South Bronx is one of the best examples of community-initiated environmental stewardship in the U.S. Director Majora Carter discusses the need for community-driven initiatives.... Read More إقرأ المزيد | Share it now!
John Legend speaks at Zeitgeist ’07
Session Title: Social Justice from a Global Perspective
A former Boston Consulting Group consultant, Legend brings attention to needs in the developing world. A protégé of Jeffrey Sachs of the Earth Institute, Legend’s “Show Me” campaign is designed to encourage action — no matter how big or small — to make a difference. Legend comes to Zeitgeist directly from Africa, where he is working to create a web of support for a village to help bring it out of poverty.... Read More إقرأ المزيد | Share it now!