SLU International Business Now: Conversations That Matter

This podcast series has been developed by the Boeing Institute of International Business in the Chaifetz School of Business at Saint Louis University to extend the impact of our programs. In this series, critical thought leaders from around the world address current key business issues. Series guests share their expert perspectives on a variety of topics ranging from post-Brexit Europe to Covid Market Recovery, Geo-Economic Strategies, the Green Deal, and much more. Through the Podcast format, these unique business conversations will reach beyond the classroom to a global audience. Academic and business listeners will have immediate access to first-hand insights and assessments, with the aim of promoting future discussion across these listener communities and encouraging community action. To learn more about the Boeing Institute of International Business and international business academic programs in the Chaifetz School of Business at Saint Louis University, please visit biib.slu.edu.

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Episode 37: Rooted in Nature

November 11, 2025 • Boeing Institute of International Business • Season 5 • Episode 3

Featuring Cultivo Co-Founder & CEO, Dr. Manuel Piñuela

Join host Todd Hovermale and guest Dr. Manuel Piñuela, Co-Founder and CEO of Cultivo in a discussion about the company’s early years, building a team for a resilient future, and staying rooted in nature.

Dr Manuel Piñuela is a nature advocate, technology, health and science entrepreneur, and recipient of multiple awards, including MIT Technology Review Innovator of the Year under 35.

He is Co-founder of Cultivo, Drayson Tech. and SENS.L. Experienced in nature restoration and investments, private equity, venture investment, IPOs, M&A and technology commercialization.

Manuel believes that land regeneration is one of the most valuable solutions needed to ensure resilience for current and future generations. Creating Cultivo allows him to focus and amplify nature’s impact as well as position nature as an attractive infrastructure-like investment opportunity.

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