In this time of permacrisis—where climate breakdown, economic inequality, democratic erosion, cultural fragmentation, and war crimes converge—we recognize that the systems and leaders governing our lives are failing to serve people and planet. The pursuit of narrow, extractive self-interest has corrupted our institutions, deepened divisions, and eroded trust. We stand at a crossroads: continue down the path of collapse or regenerate this world we share – our Common Home.
Our current state of leadership can rightly be called misleadership – because it does not advance the Common Good, but instead promotes self-interest, corruption, hate, nationalism, and drowns out the voice of the Planet. Because of their inaction and their inability to face the world’s most urgent problems, humanity retreats to narrow, parochial survivalism – a world of war and brute force. The rule of law is once again discarded on the trash heap of history, as our governments turn inward and increasingly more authoritarian and corrupt.
The systems around us are breaking—socially, ecologically, politically, and spiritually. Our world is fractured by inequality, poisoned by extraction, and divided by misinformation. The Common Good—our shared dignity, wellbeing, and future—is under assault.
By now it should be obvious to the public that our leaders are (for the most part) not interested in serving the Common Good. They are engaged in an ancient form of misleadership – maximizing value for themselves and their sponsors. If there is one attribute which separates the regenerative leader from the traditional leader, it is their focus on the Common Good.
Our current leaders are managers, not leaders. At best they are trying to manage their way through each crisis – in what the business world calls “fire-fighting mode” – that is, as reactive agents, seemingly inept and overwhelmed by the situation. At worst, they are an existential threat to the Common Good – people and Planet.
But what if we choose regeneration?
This is our call to action—a co-commitment to regenerate the Common Good across the 5 worlds we inhabit: Individual, Community, Work, Nation, and Planet. We can still envision a world where dignity, justice, and flourishing are not privileges, but birthrights.
Idealism is not a fairy-tale; it is a blueprint for meaningful change – the change we need now if we are to avoid extinction. To get there, we must reimagine all our systems—economic, political, social, and ecological—from the ground up.
In memory of the departed Pope Francis, we say:
The Common Good is not an abstraction. It is the air we breathe, the food we share, the stories we tell, the decisions we make, and the future we leave behind. It is the whole we belong to. To regenerate it is to remember who we are: stewards, citizens, neighbors, kin, life on Earth.
We will not wait for permission.
We will not be deterred by cynicism.
We will not surrender to despair.
We stand for life. We stand for each other.
We stand for freedom – for all.
We stand for the regeneration of the Common Good.
So, what is to be done?
To begin, let’s ask ourselves these basic questions:
- What is a regenerative leader?
- Why is it so difficult to promote the Common Good?
- What are the 5 Worlds we need to work on to make a difference?
- What are the values of the Common Good?
- What commitments must we make?
- How do we integrate Common Good values across the 5 Worlds?
- What does systematic change mean? What makes systemic change regenerative?
- How do we make innovation, exnovation, and resistance regenerative?
- How does regenerative leadership advance the Common Good?
We don’t have all the answers, but we must explore what is possible.
What is a Regenerative Leader?
Start with the definition. What is regeneration in the first place?
Regeneration is a process of rebuilding or renewal of the Common Good – taking an asset, resource, ecosystem, individual, family,organization, community, or place, from crisis and collapse to recovery and regeneration. There are 9 Domains of the Common Good: Social, Economics, Nature, Work, Culture, Media, Law, Technology, and Politics. The process of regeneration follows indigenous traditions: to protect, repair, invest, transform and learn – rooted in the past and looking forward, seven generations ahead. Regeneration includes 5 Worlds, interconnected and interdependent, the individual, community, work, the Nation, and the Planet.
Thus, regenerative leadership regenerates the Common Good.
What might regenerative leadership look like? In marketing, we talk about delivering value. But regenerative leadership asks: What kind of value? At what cost? For whom? And importantly—what legacy are we leaving behind?
Regenerative leadership represents a profound shift in how leaders view their roles, the purpose of their organizations, and their relationship to the 5 Worlds – the five worlds we inhabit as citizens of the Planet. It is centered around the Common Good, and centered around principles of systems thinking, ecological restoration, and social equity.
A clear sign of the regenerative leader is that they nurture and grow other regenerative leaders. They are always teaching, always helping, and most of all, they are connected to the truth – maintaining what we call “zero-distance” to reality. The regenerative leader is not motivated by money or rewards but is always working for the next generation, and the ones that come after. The regenerative leader is inclusive, and works to bring everyone along – no one is left behind. They are ego-free (remember that graphic about ego-system vs. eco-system?)
The regenerative leader is not often recognized in traditional institutions, but is instead recognized by the people who are involved in doing the work – the artisans, crafts people, the creatives, and the manual laborers who earn their daily bread. This is not the case with most executives in business. In fact, traditional businesses may actually shun the regenerative leader. Only now, in times of crisis, are we beginning to understand the importance of leadership for the Common Good. Because our very survival depends on it.
Another point: regenerative leaders stand up to authoritarian misleaders – in a time of extremism, mass manipulation, and ideological polarization.
The core characteristics of regenerative leadership include:
- Systems Thinking – Understanding relationships, patterns, and leverage points.
- Co-Creation – Seeing leadership as a shared process, not a solo act.
- Inner Development – Cultivating awareness, humility, and emotional intelligence.
- Place-Based Wisdom – Honoring local cultures, ecosystems, and histories.
- Long-Term Stewardship – Acting for the benefit of future generations.
- Reciprocity – Ensuring mutual benefit in every exchange.
- Inclusion and Equity – Making space for all voices, especially the marginalized.
- Purpose over Profit – Letting mission guide decision-making.
- Resilience and Adaptability – Embracing change, learning, and feedback.
The goal is not just to sustain or minimize harm, but to regenerate—to heal, restore, and enhance both human and planetary systems.
Power is a force to be used to help, not hurt people and Planet. And it is to be shared, not hoarded.
Why is it so hard for our “leaders” to promote the Common Good?
If it was easy, our so-called leaders would already be doing it. Here are several systemic reasons why they have a hard time promoting the Common Good – despite their best intentions:
- Pressure to Maximize Shareholder Value: Our dominant business model is shareholder primacy, which emphasizes maximizing profits for shareholders, at the expense of other stakeholders like employees, consumers, or the environment. Corporate misleaders are under intense pressure to deliver quarterly results, which discourages them from investing in long-term sustainability or ethical practices if they don’t yield immediate financial returns.
- Short-Term Focus: An overwhelming emphasis on short-term gains—be it through stock price increases, quarterly earnings, or market share creates a mindset where decisions are driven by the need for immediate results, often ignoring long-term social or environmental consequences that would benefit the Common Good.
- Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) as a Marketing Tool: Many companies engage in CSR initiatives, but these efforts are more about marketing or brand management rather than genuine long-term change. Misleaders may pursue “feel-good” projects to improve the company’s image rather than truly aligning their operations with the Common Good. In many cases, companies engage in “greenwashing” or “social-washing,” where they make superficial changes to appear socially or environmentally responsible while continuing harmful practices behind the scenes.
- Lack of Accountability: Corporate structures can be designed in a way that diminishes individual accountability. CEOs and corporate misleaders are often insulated from the consequences of their decisions, particularly when large companies face penalties or fines that are minor relative to their profits. This detachment can reduce the motivation to consider the broader societal impact of their actions.
- Globalization and Outsourcing: Global supply chains allow companies to externalize costs, such as labor and environmental impacts, to countries with weaker regulations. Corporate misleaders are incentivized to pursue cheaper labor or exploit natural resources from areas where the social or environmental consequences are less visible or felt. This prevents companies from considering the Common Good when making sourcing or production decisions.
- Competition and Market Pressures: In highly competitive industries, misleaders fear that prioritizing the common good could lead to higher costs or lower profits, putting their company at a competitive disadvantage. When their competitors are not focused on ethical practices or sustainability, corporate misleaders might feel pressured to prioritize efficiency and profitability over social or environmental considerations to remain viable in the market.
- Corruption – The Separation of Business and Ethics: In some corporate cultures, there is a perception that business decisions and ethics are separate spheres. Misleaders believe that their role is simply to run the business and maximize profits, while ethical considerations or the Common Good are the domain of governments, NGOs, or individual action. This separation leads to the view that businesses have no obligation to address broader societal issues.
- Lack of Long-Term Regulatory Pressure: Many corporate misleaders operate in environments where regulation may be weak or non-existent, particularly in areas such as environmental protection, labor rights, or corporate tax avoidance. Without strong laws or policies pushing companies toward socially responsible behavior, misleaders feel there’s no incentive to act in the public’s interest, particularly if it conflicts with their bottom line.
- The Role of Incentives: Corporate compensation and incentive structures often reward individual performance based on financial outcomes, such as profit margins, stock performance, or revenue growth. This allows misleaders to focus solely on metrics that drive profitability, leaving social or environmental concerns to the side unless they directly contribute to financial performance.
- Cultural Norms and Lack of Vision: The dominant business culture in many places prioritizes aggressive growth, efficiency, and profitability above ethical concerns. This mindset or ideology has been entrenched for decades and makes it difficult for misleaders to see the Common Good as central to their role. Additionally, many corporate misleaders lack a broader vision that integrates the well-being of people and the planet with business success.
- Political Influence and Lobbying: Corporate misleaders often engage in lobbying efforts to influence government policy in ways that benefit their businesses. These efforts include advocating for weaker environmental or labor regulations, tax breaks, or other concessions that benefit the company but harm the Common Good. In such cases, business misleaders choose short-term political wins over long-term societal benefits.
Do you see what this means? Our current reality does not create space for regeneration, let alone the Common Good. Today, the ratio of CEO-to-worker pay in the U.S. is over 300:1. In regenerative systems, such disparities are intolerable. High executive compensation is both a cause and a result of systemic dysfunction. It reflects an ethos of extraction and extreme individualism. Let us call out this misleadership. And fundamentally – this is why nothing is happening. The current system resists change because it is too profitable. And worse – we are now witnessing an acceleration of social decline and ecosystem destruction driven by techno-feudal, authoritarian ideologies of supremacy and separation.
What are the 5 Worlds?
The 5 Worlds are conceptual lenses used to understand and regenerate the Common Good across different scales of life. They are:
- Individual – The inner world of each person: values, beliefs, identity, well-being, and purpose.
- Community – The local, relational world: neighborhoods, families, civil society, and shared cultures.
- Work – The world of labor, enterprise, and institutions: how we create value, earn a living, and organize production.
- Nation – The political and structural world: governance, law, infrastructure, and national identity.
- Planet – The ecological and global world: the biosphere, climate, and international systems that connect all life.
Each world influences the others and must be addressed systemically to regenerate the Common Good.
The three scales of change often used in systems thinking: Micro, Meso, and Meta, align well with the 5 Worlds and help clarify where our actions make a difference.
Micro change builds individual agency and moral clarity.
Meso change shifts institutional practices and collective behaviors.
Meta change transforms the rules, narratives, and structures that shape the future.
Regenerating the Common Good means acting across all three scales, in all five worlds, using the values of the Common Good to make a difference.
What are the Human Values linked to the Common Good?
The Common Good is not a static ideal; it is a living, evolving commitment, demanding intentional choices, systemic transformation, and a deep respect for life in all its forms. Below are nine interwoven principles that help shape the values of the Common Good. These values are directional—they guide us toward a more just, regenerative, and inclusive future. Each value or principle represents a vital dimension of a society that honors dignity, equity, ecological balance, and co-existence. These nine principles are a critical part of regenerative leadership because they provide the ethical, relational, and systemic foundation needed to lead in a world facing interconnected crises—ecological collapse, inequality, mistrust, and cultural fragmentation
1. Dignity for All Beings
Affirm the inherent worth of every person and living being. Systems must recognize and uphold this dignity through inclusive design, care, and protection of life.
2. Justice and Fairness
Justice must be both restorative and distributive. Address historic harms, level systemic inequities, and ensure fair access to opportunity, voice, and power.
3. Stewardship of the Earth
The Earth is not a resource to exploit but a living system to care for. Regeneration begins with restoring ecosystems, protecting biodiversity, and living within planetary boundaries.
4. Democratic Participation
Power must be shared. Regenerative governance is participatory, transparent, and accountable—centered on listening, deliberation, and local self-determination.
5. Intergenerational Responsibility
Act today with the next seven generations in mind. Regenerating the Common Good means building futures where our descendants can thrive in peace and balance.
6. Community Wealth and Wellbeing
True wealth is found in healthy communities, not in GDP. Prioritize shared prosperity, public goods, and relational capital over private gain.
7. Cultural Flourishing
Honor pluralism and creativity. Regeneration welcomes diverse ways of knowing, being, and belonging, rooted in mutual respect and intercultural dialogue.
8. Ecological Economics
Reject extractive capitalism and embrace regenerative economies that serve life, not just profit. Work, trade, and enterprise should contribute to the Common Good.
9. Radical Transparency and Truth
Without truth, there can be no trust. Commit to honesty, integrity, and the pursuit of shared understanding in public discourse, media, and governance.
These 9 principles of the Common Good are a screen for decision-making – all leaders should keep them in mind when facing daunting choices.
But individual leaders can’t do this alone. The essence of regenerative leadership is community and co-commitment.
What Co-Commitments must we make?
Regeneration demands co-commitment—a shared willingness to act together across differences, disciplines, and divides. This is not just collaboration, but a deeper practice of co-responsibility: where we move from intention to action, and from individual initiative to collective transformation. These commitments invite us to reimagine how we work, lead, and live—grounded in the values of the Common Good and oriented toward the long-term flourishing of all life.
Regenerative leaders bring people together to work together across disciplines, sectors, and communities to:
1. Co-envision a Regenerative Future
Through dialogue and imagination, co-create shared visions of a just and thriving world.
2. Collaborate Beyond Silos
Dismantle the walls between movements, sectors, and identities to act together for systemic transformation.
3. Co-create Regenerative Systems
Build models—of education, enterprise, governance, and care—that embody regeneration in design and outcome.
4. Co-design with Communities
Regeneration must be rooted in place. Commit to working with, not for, communities—especially those historically marginalized.
5. Co-produce Value for the Whole
Shift from consumption to contribution, from extraction to reciprocity. Serve all life, not just human desire.
6. Co-deliver Services with Equity
Public and private systems must deliver health, education, safety, and sustainability equitably, ensuring the well-being of all.
7. Co-own the Means of Life
From land and labor to data and capital, support models of democratic ownership and governance that restore power to people and planet.
8. Coexist in Mutual Respect
Honor our interconnectedness—human and more-than-human—and commit to coexistence, not domination.
9. Communicate with Purpose and Integrity
Commit to clear, honest, and inclusive communication that fosters trust, shared understanding, and meaningful participation across all levels of society.
These commitments are more than words—they are an invitation to a new way of being and doing. In choosing to co-commit, we acknowledge that the future is not something to predict or control, but something we shape together through trust, courage, and shared responsibility. Regeneration begins with relationship—with each other, with our communities, and with the Earth. By walking this path collectively, we not only repair what is broken but reimagine what is possible. Let this be our common work: to act as stewards of life, builders of belonging, and co-creators of a world where all can thrive.
How do we integrate Common Good values across the 5 Worlds?
To integrate these values across the 5 Worlds:
- Individually: live them.
- In communities: organize around them.
- At work: design systems with them.
- Nationally: legislate and govern with them.
- Planetarily: coordinate, regenerate, and protect life with them.
Integration means each “world” reinforces the others. It’s a web of practice—a living ecosystem of values expressed in action. Let’s illustrate:
What does Systematic Change mean? What makes Systemic Change Regenerative?
Systemic change (or systematic change) refers to a fundamental transformation of the structures, institutions, processes, and mindsets that make up a system. Rather than fixing symptoms or isolated problems, it addresses the root causes and interdependencies within and across systems to achieve long-term, sustainable impact.
Here’s an explanation of 12 societal systems — all of which interact to shape the conditions of life for people and Planet. What does regenerative transformation mean for each of these systems?
1. ECONOMIC SYSTEM
The structures and institutions that govern the production, distribution, and consumption of goods and services.
- Includes: markets, financial systems, trade, labor, capital, wealth.
- Change involves: reducing inequality, promoting circular and regenerative economies, internalizing externalities.
2. POLITICAL SYSTEM
The governance structures and power arrangements that make collective decisions for a society.
- Includes: governments, political parties, elections, policymaking, public institutions.
- Change involves: increasing democratic participation, transparency, accountability, and equity in governance.
3. SOCIAL SYSTEM
The relationships, roles, norms, and institutions that shape human interaction and society’s organization.
- Includes: families, communities, class structures, gender roles, and social networks.
- Change involves: fostering inclusivity, dismantling discrimination, strengthening social cohesion.
4. CULTURAL SYSTEM
The shared values, beliefs, customs, and practices that shape identity and behavior in societies.
- Includes: traditions, religions, arts, language, narratives, and worldviews.
- Change involves: decolonizing dominant paradigms, celebrating diversity, and evolving norms that uphold justice and dignity.
5. LEGAL SYSTEM
The set of laws, institutions, and processes that define rights, responsibilities, and justice.
- Includes: courts, law enforcement, constitutional frameworks, contracts, and regulations.
- Change involves: ensuring fair, equitable access to justice and legal protection for all.
6. HEALTH SYSTEM
The infrastructure and policies that support physical, mental, and public health.
- Includes: hospitals, clinics, health insurance, mental health services, public health programs.
- Change involves: ensuring universal access, preventive care, and addressing root causes of health disparities.
7. WORK SYSTEM
The structures, norms, and institutions governing labor, employment, and livelihoods.
- Includes: employment conditions, workplace culture, job security, worker rights.
- Change involves: dignified work, fair wages, worker empowerment, and balancing productivity with wellbeing.
8. TECHNOLOGY SYSTEM
The development, deployment, and regulation of technologies and digital infrastructures.
- Includes: innovation ecosystems, AI, digital platforms, data systems, and access to technology.
- Change involves: ensuring technology serves humanity, enhances equity, and avoids harmful impacts.
9. EDUCATION SYSTEM
The means through which knowledge, skills, and values are transmitted across generations.
- Includes: schools, universities, vocational training, lifelong learning.
- Change involves: reimagining education for empowerment, critical thinking, and lifelong learning for all.
10. MEDIA AND INFORMATION SYSTEM
The channels and institutions that produce and disseminate information and shape public discourse.
- Includes: journalism, news, social media, entertainment, and communication networks.
- Change involves: combating misinformation, ensuring media pluralism, and promoting truthful, constructive narratives.
11. ESSENTIALS of LIVING SYSTEM
The systems that provide for basic human needs: food, water, shelter, energy, and sanitation.
- Includes: supply chains, infrastructure, housing markets, public utilities.
- Change involves: ensuring universal, equitable access to safe, sustainable essentials.
12. NATURE
The planetary systems and ecosystems that support all life.
- Includes: climate, biodiversity, water cycles, forests, oceans.
- Change involves: restoring ecosystems, respecting planetary boundaries, and aligning human activity with nature’s rhythms.
Systemic change means transforming these systems together — recognizing their interdependence and the need for integrated, regenerative, and inclusive approaches. It’s not enough to reform one area in isolation; the whole architecture of society must evolve to support a just and sustainable future.
Nature – the foundation of all other systems – has been completely commoditized. Our economy – and all other systems – are built on the Death of Nature.
For true regenerative systemic change, we must apply the principles of the Common Good across these 12 systems.
This is what makes systemic change regenerative. Our policies, across all 5 worlds, must create this regenerative alignment.
How do we make Innovation, Exnovation, and Resistance Regenerative?
How do we create systems change? There are three tools which apply across all 12 systems: innovation, exnovation, and resistance.
Innovation is the creation and implementation of new ideas, products, processes, or ways of doing things that add value or solve problems. (Example: Developing clean energy technology or a new community-owned business model)
Exnovation is the deliberate phasing out or removal of outdated, harmful, or unsustainable practices, products, or systems. (Example: Banning single-use plastics or shutting down coal-fired power plants.)
Resistance is the act of challenging, opposing, or disrupting systems, practices, or powers that cause harm or perpetuate injustice. Resistance protects what matters—rights, communities, ecosystems. It can take many forms: protests, advocacy, legal action, or cultural expression. (Example: Indigenous groups resisting deforestation, or workers protesting unfair conditions.)
These three forces—innovation, exnovation, and resistance—are all needed to transform systems and create a regenerative future.
In our current state, humanity requires leadership capable of inspiring, organizing, and sustaining regenerative action. Innovation and exnovation can be used as regenerative or degenerative tools. Ask yourself: What is my government doing? Is it leading for the Common Good?
How does Regenerative Leadership advance the Common Good?
Let’s put it all together to create a model for regenerative leadership. What might this model look like? It must include our 9 Common Good values, applied across the 5 worlds we live in, and the 12 or more foundational systems of society.
At each point, leaders should ask:
- How does this serve the Common Good?
- Which systems are failing—and how can they be renewed?
- Who is excluded from participating, and how can they be included?
- Are we considering long-term consequences for future generations?
- Does this regenerate or extract and exploit from people and planet?
What kind of courage is required now? What other attributes do we need to lead now? Here are a few attributes we think should be taught – not just in school, but everywhere:
Ethical Imagination – The capacity to envision just futures.
Ethical imagination is the ability to transcend the limitations of the present and envision alternative futures rooted in fairness, justice, and dignity for all. It calls upon our moral intelligence to reimagine systems, institutions, and relationships in ways that uplift the common good. This includes challenging dominant paradigms, empathizing with diverse lived experiences, and designing regenerative possibilities that serve both people and the planet. It’s the foundation of visionary leadership—where ethics meet creativity to shape a better world.
Systems Literacy – Understanding complexity and interdependencies.
Systems literacy is the ability to perceive and navigate the interconnected nature of our world. It involves seeing beyond silos and linear cause-effect relationships to understand feedback loops, leverage points, unintended consequences, and emergent patterns. A system-literate leader grasps how different domains—such as economy, environment, health, and culture—interact and influence one another. This literacy enables more thoughtful, anticipatory action and prevents short-sighted decisions that cause long-term harm.
Ecological Wisdom – Acting with planetary boundaries in mind.
Ecological wisdom means aligning human activities with the rhythms, limits, and resilience of Earth’s ecosystems. It requires a deep respect for nature’s intelligence and a commitment to living within the regenerative capacity of the planet. This involves understanding planetary boundaries, respecting biodiversity, restoring ecosystems, and designing systems that mimic nature’s efficiency and balance. It shifts the focus from domination of nature to stewardship and co-evolution with all forms of life.
Inner Development – Cultivating humility, presence, and purpose.
Inner development is the personal foundation of regenerative leadership. It entails a lifelong journey of self-awareness, emotional intelligence, and spiritual grounding. Leaders committed to inner development practice mindfulness, embrace vulnerability, and lead from a place of service. They understand that external transformation must be rooted in internal transformation—nurturing virtues like compassion, courage, resilience, and humility. This inner work enables wise action and sustained commitment in the face of complexity and adversity.
Civic Courage – Speaking truth, taking risks, and acting with integrity.
Civic courage is the moral strength to confront injustice, challenge corruption, and advocate for the common good—especially when it is unpopular or risky. It is the readiness to speak truth to power, resist conformity, and stand up for what is right even when there is personal or professional cost. Civic courage bridges ethical imagination and action, inspiring others to participate in democratic renewal and societal transformation. It is foundational to movements for justice and systemic change.
Vision – Reframing narratives around regeneration and hope.
Vision is a powerful tool for cultural transformation. It involves crafting and sharing narratives that reimagine what’s possible, challenge destructive myths, and offer compelling visions of a regenerative future. Through storytelling, leaders can shift mindsets from despair to agency, from extraction to renewal, from separation to interconnection. Regenerative storytelling centers community voices, honors ancestral wisdom, and creates space for collective meaning-making. It is both an art and a strategy for social change.
Generative Dialogue – Creating spaces for deep listening and collective insight.
Generative dialogue is the practice of engaging in conversations that go beyond debate or discussion to foster shared understanding and co-creation. It emphasizes presence, openness, and trust, allowing participants to suspend assumptions, listen deeply, and surface new insights together. This form of dialogue creates the conditions for systemic innovation and healing, particularly in divided or traumatized communities. It honors all voices, nurtures empathy, and builds the relational fabric needed for regeneration at every level—from teams to societies.
This is our call to action—a commitment to regenerate the Common Good across all dimensions of life: individual, community, work, nation, and planet. We envision a world where dignity, justice, and flourishing are not privileges, but birthrights. To get there, we must reimagine and rebuild all our systems—economic, political, social, ecological, and more—from the ground up, grounded in interdependence and the Common Good.
To lead regeneratively is to embrace responsibility without dominance, humility without weakness, courage without violence, and imagination without denial. It is to live the participatory arc—not as a process—but as a way of being in relationship with the world.
Regenerative leadership for the Common Good is not a utopian dream. It is a living necessity. It is already emerging—in communities, in movements, in enterprises, in ecosystems of care and resistance.
We stand at a civilizational threshold. Whether the arc of history bends toward collapse or curves into regeneration depends on our response. Regeneration is not a trend—it is a moral, ecological, and evolutionary imperative.
The future isn’t something we await. It’s something we create—together.
Let’s go.
NOTE: For those of you interested in regenerative leadership at a personal level – we recommend Regenerative Leadership by Giles Hutchins and Laura Storm.
Christian Sarkar, Philip Kotler, and Enrico Foglia are co-founders of the Regenerative Marketing Institute, and co-authors of the book: REGENERATION: The Future of Community in a Permacrisis World.