Seeking the Extraordinary

John Vogelstein: A Private Equity Pioneer

In this episode of Seeking the Extraordinary, hear from one of the most impactful pioneers of the private equity and investing world, John Vogelstein. John left Harvard at the age of only 19 years old to pursue a career in finance. From there, he eventually went on to co-lead the venerable Warburg Pincus, along with some of the highest-profile financial investments and rescues in history. But John didn’t stop there. His success and impact in business are matched only by his success and impact in philanthropy and many other exploits. He shares the details of his extraordinary life in this episode. Tune in now.

Extraordinary Lessons: Ambitious Accomplishments

In this episode of Extraordinary Lessons, The Colony Group’s Michael Nathanson, Chair and CEO discusses the concept of ambition. Not all human beings are wired to seek ambition, and if we do, it’s not always in the traditional sense. What exactly are you ambitious about? Listen to Michael’s thoughts in this latest episode.

Lorri Unumb: Changing the Autism System

After her son’s autism diagnosis, Lorri Unumb’s life changed entirely. Lorri is a lawyer, mother, and internationally renowned autism advocate. Her work has been critical in the autism insurance reform in all 50 states. But that didn’t come easy. Tune in as Lorri discusses her journey and welcomes our podcast’s executive producer to join in on the conversation.Learn more about The Unumb Center for Neurodevelopment here: https://www.unumbcenter.org/ Learn more about The Council of Autism Service Providers (CASP) here: https://www.casproviders.org/

Extraordinary Lessons: The Importance of Expressing Gratitude

In this episode of Extraordinary Lessons, The Colony Group’s Michael Nathanson, Chair and CEO, discusses the benefits of expressing gratitude daily. Whether it’s reducing stress or embracing the reality of our interdependence, this concept can create more opportunities for collaboration, efficiency, and effectiveness. Have you thanked someone today?

Andrew Hughes: More Than Mountains

Andrew Hughes not only has climbed the seven summits, but also six of the seven volcanic summits, the highest volcanoes on each continent. He also became the fastest and first American man and third person ever to complete the Antarctica trifecta. He practices turning discomfort and challenge into growth and gratitude. But he does this all with a greater purpose; to make meaningful impacts in the world. What motivates Andrew to “seek beyond the summit”? Listen now.

Extraordinary Lessons: The Power of Three-Dimensional Thinking

In this episode of Extraordinary Lessons, The Colony Group’s Michael Nathanson, Chair and CEO, discusses the topic of three-dimensional thinking. Successfully embracing this concept, can help you solve and identify complex solutions – not just the original choices that are offered. How does this concept also help you identify your favorite Star Trek captain? Tune in.

Queen Harambee: Leveraging Opportunities

The Colony Group’s Queen Harambee, Client Service Manager, left Africa with her family for a better life and new opportunities. How did that journey shape her perspective and ambitions today? Tune in to hear more in this special episode sponsored by Her Wealth by Colony, hosted by one of Colony’s Senior Portfolio Managers, Kristina Saunders.

Andrew Winston: Courageously Net Positive

A successful business solves the world’s problems, not causes it. They give more to their community than they take. Andrew Winston is a globally recognized expert on megatrends and how to build companies that thrive by serving people and our planet. He is one of the most widely read writers on sustainable businesses in the world with regular columns Harvard Business Review and the MIT Sloan Management Review. His latest book, 'Net Positive: How Courageous Companies Thrive by Giving More Than They Take,' coauthored with the renowned CEO Paul Polman, was recognized as one of Financial Times Best Business Books of the Year. His first book, 'Green to Gold,' which he coauthored with Daniel Esty, has reached more than 100,000 people in seven languages. And his book, 'The Big Pivot,' was selected as one of the best business books by Strategy and Business magazine. He shares his inspiration, motivation, and research behind the importance of being a net positive business. Learn more about his work and influence on The Colony Group’s Net Positive Pledge in this episode.

Extraordinary Lessons: Modern Resilience

In this episode of Extraordinary Lessons, The Colony Group’s Michael Nathanson, Chair and CEO, discusses the topic of modern resilience. What can both individuals and organizations do to withstand and recover from adverse conditions? Learn from Michael and his experiences in this latest episode.

Mark Schonwetter: Surviving the Holocaust

Mark Schonwetter survived the Holocaust, along with his Jewish family, by hiding in the forests and homes of Polish families. Although, he experienced unimaginable horrors as a young boy, he believes in living every day with love and not hatred. Tune in to learn more about his journey and his recent work educating schools about the Holocaust.