The current model of success is outdated and it’s costing us the planet.
Profit alone can no longer be the measure of value. It’s time to redefine ROI through the lens of regeneration, restoration, and responsibility.
Regenerative goes beyond sustainability. While sustainability aims to maintain the status quo and do less harm, a regenerative approach actively restores and revitalizes our social and ecological systems.
For this week's Compassion in Action, we’re highlighting a compelling episode of Compassiviste Dialogues featuring Romain Diaz—an entrepreneur, investor, and founder of Satgana. This conversation dives into what it truly means to build regenerative ventures in a world that urgently needs more than just sustainability.
From Success to Significance
Romain's journey is a reflection of this deeper shift. After achieving conventional success as a tech founder, he found himself feeling deeply unfulfilled. That sense of discontent led him to take a step back and reconsider what success really means.
The result? Satgana, which means “the good company” in Sanskrit. It’s a venture designed to launch startups focused on climate action and planetary wellbeing. But more than that, Satgana represents a different kind of business philosophy—one that values empathy over ego, systems thinking over silos, and long-term impact over short-term gain.
"Sustainability is no longer enough. The future is regenerative." — Romain Diaz
Questions Explored:
How is a regenerative business different from a sustainable one?
We unpack the difference between simply doing less harm and actively healing ecosystems, communities, and economies.Why is the traditional definition of ROI holding us back?
We examine how short-term financial returns often limit long-term wellbeing, and why an expanded definition of success is essential for real change.What kind of leadership does a regenerative world require?
Romain shares his vision of compassionate leadership - which is shifting from dominance and competition to collaboration, care, and courage.Are there real-world examples of regenerative ventures?
Yes. Romain spotlights startups already living out this philosophy, proving that regeneration isn’t idealism, it’s a strategy for a thriving future.
Why It Matters
We are living at a turning point. The choices we make today—as leaders, entrepreneurs, consumers, and citizens—will determine whether our future is extractive or regenerative.
This conversation is a call to anyone who wants to align purpose with action and help build systems that restore rather than deplete. It’s not just about doing business differently. It’s about living differently.
“We need to move from sustainable to regenerative. The goal is not to maintain a broken system but to build something better.” — Romain Diaz
🎧 Watch the full episode on YouTube
Let’s Reflect Together
What kind of regenerative return are you creating with your work, time, or energy?
Have you seen a business or initiative that gives back more than it takes?
We’d love to hear from you. Comment on the post to share your thoughts.
If you’re inspired by this conversation, help us grow this community. Share Compassion in Action with someone who’s ready to lead with vision, values, and heart.
With compassion and conviction,
The Compassiviste in Action Team
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