The People of Penn State
Welcome to the People of Penn State Podcast — the podcast from the Penn State Alumni Association that brings you the incredible stories of Nittany Lions making their mark on the world!
Each episode, a rotating cast of hosts sit down with Penn State alumni who are changing the game in business, science, sports, the arts, and beyond. You never know who you'll hear from next — but you do know it'll be a conversation worth tuning in for!
The People of Penn State
Episode 22 — Economic Development And Climate Resilience With Sebastian Africano '99
Sebastian Africano '99 has spent the past 23 years working on making the world more hospitable for those at the bottom of the economic pyramid. He’s worked on the front lines of economic development and climate resilience in 14 countries and with several Indigenous nations since graduating from Penn State.
Most of that time has been spent with Colorado-based impact organization, Trees, Water & People, which aims to improve lives by helping communities to protect, conserve, and manage their natural resources.
Sebastian joined The People of Penn State for a lengthy discussion on the organization, its goals, support and impact around the world.
Visit Trees, Water & People at https://treeswaterpeople.org.
Connect with Sebastian on LinkedIn: Sebastian Africano.
Timestamps:
0:00 — Alma Mater Open
0:20 — Intro
2:10 — Sebastian's Penn State story
4:33 — Ad Read - The Football Letter
5:55 — Discussing Trees, Water & People
26:00 — Support for the organization
30:27 — Lightning Round Q&A
33:00 — Outro
34:15 — Alma Mater Close
