ABOUT THIS EPISODE
In this episode, host and partner Chanae L. Wood sits down with Sherrell Dorsey, Principal of Build the Good, and Mitchell Bierman, WSHC+B Miami Office Managing Director, to discuss how technology and sustainability intersect to drive innovation and build more resilient communities.
They delve into disparities in access to technology, the environmental impact of both AI and fashion, and Miami’s evolving role as a tech hub. The conversation emphasizes the importance of thoughtful consumption and responsible practices, while highlighting the unique challenges and opportunities Miami faces in building sustainable infrastructure.
Youtube Video: https://youtu.be/X3OrgnSKbxw
HOST:
Chanae L. Wood, Esq.
LinkedIn: @chanae-l-wood-4a61ab57
GUEST:
Sherrell Dorsey, Principal, Build the Good
Founder, Journalist, and Thought Leader exploring how technology, sustainability, and equity intersect to shape community innovation and growth.
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sherrelldorsey
Instagram: @sherrell_dorsey / Threads: @sherrell_dorsey
EPISODE 6 BREAKDOWN
[00:00:01] - [00:00:31] Introduction & Welcome. Chanae introduces the episode's themes around technology, policy, and progress, welcoming Sherrell Dorsey to explore what's real versus hype in innovation.
[00:00:31] - [00:00:45] Career Origins in Technology. Sherrell shares her journey growing up in Seattle near Microsoft, learning to code in high school, and developing a fascination with technology as an equalizer that democratizes access and opportunity.
[00:00:45] - [00:01:22] Technology's Democratizing Power. The discussion explores creators building worldwide platforms and influence communities without geographic proximity to innovation hubs.
[00:01:22] - [00:04:45] Equity in Tech Access & Community Building. Chanae discusses tech access in Miami Gardens versus Seattle and Building Inclusive Tech Ecosystems.
[00:04:45] - [00:15:30] Climate Crisis & AI Integration. The conversation shifts to the critical intersection of climate action and AI deployment.
[00:15:30] - [00:29:00] Miami's Sustainable Innovation Opportunity. Mitch Bierman joins to discuss Miami's unique position as a hub for sustainable growth, highlighting local government receptivity to innovations addressing environmental challenges like sea wall solutions.
[00:29:00] - [00:33:19] Living Seawalls & Environmental Innovation. Discussion of and Closing remarks on venture-backed sustainability innovation, Miami's positioning as an innovation leader sustainability, and policy.
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