Navigate 22 seeks to support companies, organizations, families, and individuals as they navigate the complexities of the 21st century, with the 22nd century in mind and create sustainable communities who leave a lasting legacy for generations to come.
Led by Lowell Sheppard, Navigate 22 seeks to facilitate and encourage thoughtful goal setting that is driven by a deep understanding of the mission and values that is core to the motivation of an individual and organization. In understanding mission and values, Navigate 22 will help develop strategies to develop communities that have a deep appreciation for the importance of measuring ones success, not just on a balance sheet but, social and planetary impact of those goals. Referencing ESG's ( Environmental, Social, Governance) is helpful but we must go further to ensure that our communications and communities are solidly based on the values that are important to us. As part of that process Navigate22 takes into account the currents that run deep in society (and therefore, the individual psyche) that produce an inevitable world view and outlook. Navigate 22 seeks to identify those currents and to assist organizations to ride those currents and create new currents that will affect generations to come, particularly in the areas of mission, values, sustainability, and community legacy.
“For the more than twenty years I have known Lowell, he has been a mentor and role model to me and to the companies that I have run. He has helped us develop a deep sense of purpose. Personally that sense of purpose has helped guide me as I balance family, business and my place in the world. In my companies, that sense of purpose has increased the belief that what we do is meaningful and that what each one of us does makes a difference in the world. This built a greater sense of motivation that also benefited the bottom line. As an ethicist, Lowell truly has the ability to bridge the world of the profit and non-profit.”
Harry A. Hill
Serial Entrepreneur
Former CEO and current board member of Oak Lawn Marketing, Shop Japan President and CEO of Better-U
“For seventeen years Lowell has served as an informal advisor for myself and my colleagues. As an ethicist, Lowell helps us make sound decisions that are credible and have a tangible long-lasting impact. I am pleased that Lowell is now devoting a formal part of his time to help companies in this way.”
Mike Alfant
CEO and Founder, Fusion Systems Group
President Emeritus, American Chamber of Commerce in Japan
President, Tokyo American Club
“If you want an example of how to follow your own guiding spirit in life and work, spend some time with Lowell Sheppard. I first met Lowell through his activities as Founder and Director Japan and Asia Pacific for Hope International, and I have been consistently impressed by his ability to combine a practical, business-like outlook with a principled, ethical approach. He is able to motivate teams and keep them focused on achieving their objectives without losing contact with their moral compass - qualities which are increasingly in demand in our rapidly changing business environment.”
David Syrad
Co-founder and Director Flowgen GmbH
Co-founder and Managing Partner CBI Partners KK
Chairman Rhino Rugby Japan
Japan Contact the Royal Commonwealth Society
“Lowell Sheppard is a leader of great personal integrity and vision, and through his diverse academic and professional background, has become a thought leader in applied ethics and philosophy. He is an excellent and thought-provoking keynote speaker and university lecturer who brings compassion, humor, and a great deal of international experience to speak on a wide variety of ethical issues.”
Dr Joseph Haldane, B.A. Hons, Ph.D. (London), F.R.S.A., F.R.A.S.
Chairman & C.E.O, The International Academic Forum (IAFOR)
Guest Professor, Osaka School of International Public Policy (OSIPP), Osaka University
Co-Director, The OSIPP-IAFOR Research Center, Osaka University
Visiting Professor, Doshisha University
Visiting Professor, The University of Belgrade
Member, World Economic Forum Experts Network (Global Governance)
“Lowell has an amazing ability to challenge those around him to greater purpose and impact, without judging anyone for their current status or level of awareness. He brings sensitivity, spirituality, wisdom, and laughter to deeply complex situations, enabling those around him to discover the best solutions for themselves. I believe corporations of all sizes will benefit greatly from Lowell’s talent for identifying the impact of decisions and helping to navigate toward sustainable cultural, environmental, and societal improvements.”
Rob Claar
CEO & Co-Founder, HekaBio K.K. and Vorpal Technologies K.K.
Board Director, Yokohama International School
Board Chair, Hope International Development Agency Japan
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