I didn’t set out to be a creator in a strategic way. I’ve always been someone who processes the world out loud, and people connected with that. Six years later, I’m still here because the landscape keeps shifting and I’m shifting with it. What does it look like to bring the people together who share ideas and create influence and really foster their growth and their creativity both onscreen and offscreen? Right now, everything feels uncertain and a little chaotic, but I actually find that invigorating.

It feels more personal than ever. People are experiencing climate in their health and homes. I’m in New York dealing with extreme cold which means gas outages in apartment buildings, so suddenly conversations about climate, housing, health, and infrastructure are all connected. Climate isn’t this distant scientific concept anymore. It’s why someone can’t cook dinner, why utility bills are higher, and more. We might not be calling it climate, but we’re living it day in, day out.

I see myself more as a translator. Climate can feel intimidating because the language is technical, so I approach it the way I approach everything – through story, anecdotes, and comedy. I might talk about my asthma, or do a skit as a CEO making a ridiculous decision, or draw parallels to conversations I’m already having. For creators who feel hesitant, I’d say start with curiosity. Be honest about what you don’t know because vulnerability can build trust.