On this episode of TechMagic, hosts Cathy Hackl and Lee Kebler welcome Jeff Shardell, founder and CEO of Humble Manufacturers, to listen to about his journey from main at Google to redefining sustainability within the CPG world.
Jeff shares how his tech background formed his method to eco-friendly product design, scaling client items, and constructing an genuine superstar partnership with Jason Momoa.
Cathy and Lee additionally dive into cutting-edge combined actuality information, from ByteDance’s light-weight Pico headset to Oakley’s NASA visor collaboration. Plus, how Gen Z’s gaming habits are reshaping profession paths.
With updates on AI’s influence on gaming jobs and Roblox’s new grownup courting options, this episode bridges the worlds of innovation, sustainability, and immersive tech. The hosts additionally preview what’s coming in Season 3 after their summer time break.
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Episode highlights:
Combined Actuality Momentum — Cathy and Lee dive into the most recent in XR {hardware}, spotlighting ByteDance’s light-weight Pico headset and Oakley’s visor developed for NASA’s Artemis 3 mission. They focus on how modern design, enterprise collaboration, and immersive performance are signaling a shift towards mainstream adoption of combined actuality throughout each client {and professional} environments.
Gaming Meets Profession Constructing — Gen Z’s gaming isn’t simply play; it’s preparation. Cathy and Lee study how platforms like Roblox and Minecraft are coaching future professionals in design, techniques considering, and collaboration. Additionally they unpack Roblox’s grownup courting options and the rising influence of AI on gaming jobs, together with layoffs at studios like King, developer of Sweet Crush.
From Google to Clear Magnificence — Jeff Shardell reveals how his expertise as a Google govt helped him launch Humble Manufacturers, a sustainable private care firm. Cathy and Lee discover how Jeff utilized tech-industry considering to CPG, constructed an genuine partnership with Jason Momoa, and navigated the challenges of scaling eco-conscious merchandise in a crowded market.
Creating Genuine Superstar Partnerships — Jeff explains how Humble Manufacturers constructed a profitable collaboration with Jason Momoa by prioritizing authenticity over conventional endorsements. Cathy and Lee discover how the partnership started with Momoa as an actual buyer, advanced over a 12 months of co-developing merchandise, and resonated with customers by means of shared values and real connection.
