Nadine Nicole: From The Expanse to Ethical Impact

For our 150th episode of Logistics with Purpose®, we’re honored to feature a guest whose career spans Hollywood, entrepreneurship, philanthropy, and even the future of space exploration.

Nadine Nicole Heimann — known to many as Clarissa Mao in The Expanse — joins us to share how her journey as an actress evolved into a mission-driven life centered on healing, ethical leadership, and human connection. Raised in a family of jewelers in Rochester Hills, Michigan, Nadine’s entrepreneurial roots run deep, shaping both her creative spirit and her commitment to doing business differently.

In this powerful conversation, Nadine opens up about founding True Connection, a nonprofit that uses healing arts to support young people navigating trauma, and Yari Designs, her ethical jewelry brand focused on sustainable luxury, recycled gold, and responsibly created diamonds. We also explore her advisory role with Space for Humanity, an organization working to democratize access to space and expand human perspective.

Throughout the episode, one theme rises above all: connection. Whether through storytelling, creative arts, ethical design, or space exploration, Nadine’s work is driven by a desire to empower others and help people rediscover their inherent worth.

Episode 150 is a celebration of purpose — and a reminder that impact can take many forms when courage, creativity, and conviction align.

Additional Links & Resources:

1. Connect with Nadine: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nadine-nicole-heimann/
2. Learn more about True Connection: https://www.true-connection.org/
3. Learn more about Yari: https://www.yaridesigns.com/
4. Learn more about Space for Humanity: https://spaceforhumanity.org/
5. Learn more about Logistics with Purpose: https://supplychainnow.com/program/logistics-with-purpose
6. Learn more about Vector Global Logistics: https://vectorgl.com/
7. Subscribe to Logistics with Purpose: https://logistics-with-purpose.captivate.fm/listen

This episode was hosted by Enrique Alvarez and Kristi Porter, and produced by Trisha Cordes, Joshua Miranda, and Amanda Luton. For additional information, please visit our dedicated show page at: https://supplychainnow.com/nadine-nicole-heimann-from-expanse-ethical-impact-lwp150