Ep 127: Andrei Cherny, CEO & Co-Founder of Aspiration

In today’s episode, we cover:What is Aspiration?Cherny's background & experiences that led him to the idea of AspirationCherny's time working for Al GoreHow banks operate?Aspiration's model of success Challenges Aspiration is faced withCherny's perspective on fossil fuels & how it applies to bankingDiscussion on "do no harm"Collectivism versus individualismDivestment versus advocating within the existing systemsHow to create change within bankingThe power of consumers Links to topics discussed in this episode:Banks & The Fossil Fuel Industry: https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2020/mar/18/global-banks-climate-crisis-finance-fossil-fuelsBanks & investments: https://www.forbes.com/sites/davidrvetter/2020/03/18/jpmorgan-chase-tops-dirty-list-of-35-fossil-fuel-funding-banks/#6ef48c215dfeCarbon Offsets & their controversy: https://www.unenvironment.org/news-and-stories/story/carbon-offsets-are-not-our-get-out-jail-free-card Stay Connected with MCJ:Cody Simms on LinkedIn | XVisit mcj.vcSubscribe to the MCJ Newsletter Enjoyed this episode? Please leave us a review! Share feedback or suggest future topics and guests at info@mcj.vc.