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EPISODE 1, SEASON 3: New Year, New You! We kick off 2022 with Carrie Collins, a reformed lawyer, turned leadership & productivity consultant to talk about the ‘Future of Productivity’. As we enter year 3 of COVID and continue to adapt to all the changes it has wrought on personal and professional lives- we explore the latest what, where, when, who, why, and how of productivity. Tune in!ABOUT THE SERIES: Future of XYZ is a weekly interview series dedicated to fostering forward-thinking discussions about where we are as a world and where we want to go. FOR MORE INFORMATION: Visit future-of.xyz and follow on social media... LinkedIn: @lisagralnek, @lvg-co-strategy | Twitter: @lgralnek | IG: @futureofxyz

EPISODE 41, SEASON 2: Karen Suen-Cooper and Martin Cooper are world-known fashion designers, consummate hosts, and co-Founders of The Punctilious Mr. P’s Place Cards Company. As the holiday season approaches, we explore the art of gathering and how we can “make sure to elevate, celebrate and honor the people we choose to spend time with and our shared experience.”ABOUT THE SERIES: Future of XYZ is a weekly interview series dedicated to fostering forward-thinking discussions about where we are as a world and where we want to go. FOR MORE INFORMATION: Visit future-of.xyz and follow on social media... LinkedIn: @lisagralnek, @lvg-co-strategy | Twitter: @lgralnek | IG: @futureofxyz

EPISODE 36, SEASON 2: Since 1990, this first week in October has been dedicated to Mental Illness Awareness Week. With 1 in 5 American adults suffering from mental health concerns and growing incidence among young people and children – the ‘Future of Mental Health’ with Clinical Psychologist, Dr. Marianna Strongin is a conversation not to be missed.ABOUT THE SERIES: Future of XYZ is a weekly interview series dedicated to fostering forward-thinking discussions about where we are as a world and where we want to go.FOR MORE INFORMATION: Visit future-of.xyz and follow on social media... LinkedIn: @lisagralnek, @lvg-co-strategy | Twitter: @lgralnek | IG: @futureofxyz

EPISODE 31, SEASON 2: The Mentor/Mentee relationship is too traditionally on an imbalance of age, experience and hierarchical stature. No longer. The ‘Future of Mentoring’ is being created to be more inclusive and engaging. It’s ultimately about sharing and caring. Or, as this week’s guests, the Co-Founders of AugMentors US, say: “Mentoring is about how people go further, faster together”.ABOUT THE SERIES: Future of XYZ is a weekly interview series dedicated to fostering forward-thinking discussions about where we are as a world and where we're going.FOR MORE INFORMATION: Visit future-of.xyz and follow on social media... LinkedIn: @lisagralnek, @lvg-co-strategy | Twitter: @lgralnek | IG: @futureofxyz

EPISODE 27, SEASON 2: As New York City reopens and roars back to life with its characteristic penchant for round-the-clock action, the ‘Future of NYC Real Estate' with two of the city’s top real estate agents is timely and fascinating. Join us as Sydney Blumstein of Corcoran and David Shapiro of Grand & Co. share insights about current residential & commercial trends and discuss opportunities for NYC in a post-COVID world.ABOUT THE SERIES: Future of XYZ is a weekly interview series dedicated to fostering forward-thinking discussions about where we are as a world and where we're going. FOR MORE INFORMATION: Visit future-of.xyz and follow on social media... LinkedIn: @lisagralnek, @lvg-co-strategy | Twitter: @lgralnek | IG: @futureofxyz

EPISODE 23, SEASON 2: This week we speak with Carlo Mondavi of RAEN Winery and Monarch Tractor. His family's legacy in California wines is 102 years old, yet Carlo is bringing winemaking and farming generally into the future with regenerative agriculture and 'beyond organic' principles. Learn more about his history, philosophy, award-winning wines, and vision for the next 100 years in an episode worth toasting!ABOUT THE SERIES: Future of XYZ is a weekly interview series dedicated to fostering forward-thinking discussions about where we are as a world and where we're going. FOR MORE INFORMATION: Visit future-of.xyz and follow on social media... IG: @futureofxyz Twitter: @lgralnek | LinkedIn: @lisagralnek, @lvg-co-strategy

EPISODE 19, SEASON 2: The 'Future of Controversy’ is a potent topic, made more compelling by our amazing guest, Kambiz Akhaven- Director at USC’s Dornsife Center for the Political Future and former CEO of procon.org. Together, we explore root causes of polarization, how the modern world increases controversy, and ways to overcome conflict and understand the ‘other side’. Don’t miss this important episode!ABOUT THE SERIES: Future of XYZ is a weekly interview series dedicated to fostering forward-thinking discussions about where we are as a world and where we're going. FOR MORE INFORMATION: Visit future-of.xyz and follow on social media... LinkedIn: @lisagralnek, @lvg-co-strategy | Twitter: @lgralnek | IG: @futureofxyz

EPISODE 15, SEASON 2: This week, we talk with industry trailblazers Nicole Katz, CEO of LA-based Paper Chase Press, and Chris Harrold- long-time SVP Marketing at Mohawk Paper about the 'Future of Print’. Both guests lead multi-generational family-owned businesses fighting for relevance in a digital-first world. Yet neither is shy in sharing why they believe print matters, and is not only here to stay, but will grow.ABOUT THE SERIES: Future of XYZ is a weekly interview series dedicated to fostering forward-thinking discussions about where we are as a world and where we're going.FOR MORE INFORMATION: Visit future-of.xyz and follow on social media... IG: @futureofxyz | LinkedIn: @lisagralnek, @lvg-co-strategy | Twitter: @lgralnek

EPISODE 12, SEASON 2: Susan McPherson is a serial connector, corporate social responsibility leader, and author of the just-released "The Lost Art of Connecting". She joins us to talk about the 'Future of Connecting'- explaining her “Gather, Ask, Do Method for Building Meaningful Business Relationships”- and outlining the role of technology and why we “have to put on our own gas mask first to be helpful to others”.ABOUT THE SERIES: Future of XYZ is a weekly interview series dedicated to fostering forward-thinking discussions about where we are as a world and where we're going. Hosted by LVG & Co.- an independent strategy consultancy based in New York City.FOR MORE INFORMATION: Visit future-of.xyz and follow on social media... IG: @futureofxyz | LinkedIn: @lisagralnek, @lvg-co-strategy | Twitter: @lgralnek

EPISODE 9, SEASON 2: The conversation about animal welfare and sheltering has evolved dramatically in recent years. No-kill is now within reach in the United States by 2025. Best Friends Animal Society is on the front lines of this action, and their Chief Mission Officer, Holly Sizemore joins us to explore the ‘Future of Animal Sheltering [& Welfare in America]’ following an unprecedented year of animal fostering, adoption and rescue. Her view? The future is bright.ABOUT THE SERIES: Future of XYZ is a weekly interview series dedicated to fostering forward-thinking discussions about where we are as a world and where we're going. Hosted by LVG & Co.- an independent strategy consultancy based in New York City.FOR MORE INFORMATION: Visit future-of.xyz and follow on social media... IG: @futureofxyz | LinkedIn: @lisagralnek, @lvg-co-strategy | Twitter: @lgralnek