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  • The Pencil That Grows Into a Plant (Yes, Really!)

    The Pencil That Grows Into a Plant (Yes, Really!)
    Oct 3 2025
    Meet the world’s first plantable pencil. A pencil you can grow into a plant. 🌱 In this Conscious Design Podcast episode, SproutWorld founder & CEO Michael Stausholm reveals how this simple idea became a global eco brand, selling over 80 million pencils worldwide and expanding into plantable makeup.Michael shares the full journey: from discovering the idea at MIT, to building a certified B-Corp, to redefining what sustainability means for everyday products. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, eco-conscious consumer, or design thinker, this episode shows how a single idea can spark a worldwide movement.🔎 In this episode you’ll learn:What a plantable pencil is and how it worksHow SproutWorld grew from MIT invention to 80M+ sales globallyWhy corporations and consumers are embracing plantable productsThe meaning and impact of B-Corp certificationHow SproutWorld developed plantable eyeliners, brow liners, and lip linersWhy sustainability storytelling builds stronger brandsThe future of eco-innovation and plantable everyday items⏩ Jump to your favorite parts:00:33 Welcome to the Conscious Design Podcast00:49 : Meet Michael Straus: CEO of Sprout World01:09 : The Origin of Plantable Pencils03:27 : Sprout World's Market and Popularity06:48 : Sustainability and Certifications11:02 : Innovative Expansion into Makeup20:33 : The Future of Sprout World32:36 : Conclusion and Contact InformationAbout Michael Stausholm and SproutWorldMichael Stausholm is the Founder & CEO of SproutWorld, the company behind the world’s only patented plantable pencil. What began as a Kickstarter idea by MIT students became a global eco innovation. Today, SproutWorld is a certified B-Corp proving that business can be best for the world, not just in the world.🔗𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 Michael Stausholm and SproutWorldWebsite: https://sproutworld.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelstausholm/ LinkedIn (SproutWorld): https://www.linkedin.com/company/sprout-europe/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michaelstausholm/ Instagram (SproutWorld): https://www.instagram.com/sproutworldofficial/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/michael.s.christiansen.9 𝗚𝗲𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 “𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗰𝗶𝗼𝘂𝘀 𝗗𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻” 𝗯𝗼𝗼𝗸: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09KNMN9BT Learn more: https://www.consciousdesignhaus.com/Want to turn visionary ideas into market-ready, sustainable products? 👉 https://www.petermanfirm.com/🤝 𝗟𝗲𝘁’𝘀 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗰𝘁: Instagram: / cdesignhaus TikTok: / consciousdesign LinkedIn: / conscious-designhaus X (Twitter): https://x.com/CDesignHaus💬 Question for you: Would you buy plantable makeup or stationery if it was available in your local store? Share in the comments!🔔 Enjoyed this episode? Like, subscribe & share to support conscious innovation!
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  • The Biggest Waste in Construction (and How to Fix It)

    The Biggest Waste in Construction (and How to Fix It)
    Sep 26 2025
    What if the wood we throw away could build the cities of tomorrow? 🌍Every year, millions of tons of “waste wood” from storms, demolition, and urban trees are trashed. But companies like Cambium are turning salvaged lumber into carbon-smart building materials. From mass timber buildings to sustainable furniture, this shift could change the future of construction forever.In this Conscious Design Podcast, Cambium co-founder Theo Hooker reveals how their “Uber for Logs” platform is reshaping the circular economy of wood with full carbon tracking, supply chain transparency, and scalable solutions for architects, builders, and designers.👉 If you care about sustainable construction, mass timber, or circular economy materials, this episode is packed with insights you won’t want to miss.🔎 This episode covers:Why waste wood is the hidden solution for sustainable constructionHow Cambium created an “Uber for Logs” platform for arborists & sawmillsMass timber, millwork, and furniture made from salvaged lumberThe rise of thermally modified wood in design and architectureHow circular forestry and carbon-smart wood support climate action⏩ Jump to your favorite parts:00:00 - Welcome to Conscious Design Podcast00:37 - Meet Theo Hooker: Co-Founder of Cambium00:56 - The Genesis of Cambium: Combining Technology and Lumber01:27 - Addressing Climate Change with Innovative Solutions05:56 - Cambium's Product and Service Offerings07:42 - Innovations in Lumber Supply and Transportation23:02 - Thermally Modified Wood: A Sustainable Solution30:45 - Grading and Utilizing Salvaged Material33:55 - Connecting the Dots in the Lumber IndustryAbout Theo Hooker and CambiumTheo Hooker is the Co-Founder and Chief Commercial Officer at Cambium, where he leads sales and supply teams to bring salvaged lumber and waste wood to market while supporting the supply needs of enterprise clients.Cambium makes it easy to buy, sell, move, and track fiber through a transparent digital platform. Working across the entire lumber supply chain, Cambium maximizes the use of salvaged material at the best value while delivering carbon tracking and supply chain transparency data for architects, builders, and manufacturers.🔗𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 Theo Hooker and CambiumWebsite: https://cambiumcarbon.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/theo-hooker/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cambiumcarbon/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cambiumcarbon/ 𝗚𝗲𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 “𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗰𝗶𝗼𝘂𝘀 𝗗𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻” 𝗯𝗼𝗼𝗸: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09KNMN9BT Learn more: https://www.consciousdesignhaus.com/Want to turn visionary ideas into market-ready, sustainable products? 👉 https://www.petermanfirm.com/🤝 𝗟𝗲𝘁’𝘀 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗰𝘁: Instagram: / cdesignhaus TikTok: / consciousdesign LinkedIn: / conscious-designhaus X (Twitter): https://x.com/CDesignHaus🗨️ Would you choose salvaged wood over traditional lumber if it was available in your next project? Share your thoughts in the comments!🔔 Enjoyed this episode? Like, subscribe & share to support conscious innovation!
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  • 7-Stage Purification That Beats Bottled Water

    7-Stage Purification That Beats Bottled Water
    Sep 21 2025
    What’s really in your tap water? This episode breaks down PFAS, lead, and microplastics and why tap water safety is a growing concern. Then FloWater CEO Rich “Raz” Razgaitis explains the science of 7-stage purification: RO at 0.0001 microns, advanced carbon, and remineralization for taste and hydration. If you’re evaluating a PFAS water filter for schools, an office water dispenser, or a gym refill station, here is a practical field guide, plus bottled water alternatives that reduce waste. (Also called bottle filling stations or water bottle refill stations.)This episode covers: • How contaminants get past aging infrastructure • Why RO alone isn’t the full story (remineralization matters) • Refill stations vs fountains: speed, hygiene, behavior change (~9s vs ~35s) • Practical steps for parents, PTAs, and facilities to launch a pilot fast⏩ Jump to your favorite parts: 00:00 - Welcome to Conscious Design Podcast 00:43 - Introducing Rich “Raz” Razgaitis and FloWater 01:16 - The Origin Story of FloWater 02:58 - The Problem with Tap Water 06:56 - FloWater’s Solution 11:24 - Advocating for Clean Drinking Water 24:35 - Future Plans for FloWater 30:28 - Conclusion and Contact InformationAbout Rich “Raz” Razgaitis and FloWaterRich “Raz” Razgaitis is the CEO and Co-Founder of FloWater, a Denver-based company focused on tap water safety and better hydration. After early roles at J&J and Eli Lilly, Raz led several growth-stage companies, including scaling Univera from $35M to $100M in annual revenue. Recognized as EY Entrepreneur of the Year (Mountain West) and a TEDx speaker, Raz co-founded FloWater in 2013 to deliver clean, great-tasting water where people refill most: schools, gyms, hotels, and offices.FloWater Refill Stations use 7-stage purification with RO at 0.0001 microns, advanced carbon, and remineralization. FloWater states its systems remove up to 99.9% of contaminants such as lead, PFAS, and microplastics, and reports saving 1B+ plastic bottles from the environment. Trusted by 10,000+ locations, including Google, Hyatt, Xponential, and Oakland Unified School District.🔗𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 Rich “Raz” Razgaitis 𝗮𝗻𝗱 FloWaterWebsite : https://drinkflowater.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/richrazgaitis/ Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/@RichRazgaitis Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/richrazgaitis/ 𝗚𝗲𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 “𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗰𝗶𝗼𝘂𝘀 𝗗𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻” 𝗯𝗼𝗼𝗸: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09KNMN9BT Learn more: https://www.consciousdesignhaus.com/Want to turn visionary ideas into market-ready, sustainable products? 👉 https://www.petermanfirm.com/🤝 𝗟𝗲𝘁’𝘀 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗰𝘁: Instagram: / cdesignhaus TikTok: / consciousdesign LinkedIn: / conscious-designhaus X (Twitter): https://x.com/CDesignHaus🗨️ What gets people to drink more water, taste, temperature, or convenience?🔔 Enjoyed this episode? Like, subscribe & share to support conscious innovation!
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  • How a DIY Lip Balm Idea Became a Zero Waste Makeup Brand

    How a DIY Lip Balm Idea Became a Zero Waste Makeup Brand
    Sep 14 2025
    Can an eco-friendly beauty brand compete with mainstream makeup brands? Corinne Lefebvre, founder of River Organics, shares how she built a vegan, zero-waste beauty brand that challenges big cosmetics while staying true to sustainable values.In this episode of the Conscious Design Podcast, host Ian Peterman uncovers the journey behind River Organics, from paper packaging innovations to creating high-performance makeup without compromising the planet.𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀:Sustainable beauty & vegan cosmeticsZero waste makeup packaging innovationsCompeting with big brands like Sephora without VC fundingHow to grow a profitable sustainable businessRiver Organics founder story⏩ 𝗝𝘂𝗺𝗽 𝘁𝗼 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗳𝗮𝘃𝗼𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗲 𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁𝘀:00:00 Intro00:36 Founding River Organics: The Origin Story02:04 Sustainable Packaging Innovations04:21 Challenges and Growth in the Beauty Industry05:22 The Importance of Sustainable Business Practices08:32 Packaging Details and Customer Feedback18:34 Expanding Product Lines: From Lip Balm to Mascara24:21 Future Innovations and Customer Loyalty31:22 Conclusion and Contact Information𝗔𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗖𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗲 𝗟𝗲𝗳𝗲𝗯𝘃𝗿𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗥𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝗢𝗿𝗴𝗮𝗻𝗶𝗰𝘀Corinne Lefebvre is the Owner and Founder of River Organics, a vegan and sustainable beauty brand. River Organics is a thoughtfully crafted zero-waste makeup line that prioritizes transparency in both ingredients and packaging, while working to reduce its environmental footprint and yours.🔗𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗖𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗲 𝗟𝗲𝗳𝗲𝗯𝘃𝗿𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗥𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝗢𝗿𝗴𝗮𝗻𝗶𝗰𝘀Website : www.riverorganics.orgYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@RiverOrganicsBeautyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/riverorganics/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/riverorganicsbeauty/𝗚𝗲𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 “𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗰𝗶𝗼𝘂𝘀 𝗗𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻” 𝗯𝗼𝗼𝗸: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09KNMN9BT Learn more: https://www.consciousdesignhaus.com/Want to turn visionary ideas into market-ready, sustainable products? 👉 https://www.petermanfirm.com/🤝 𝗟𝗲𝘁’𝘀 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗰𝘁: Instagram: / cdesignhaus TikTok: / consciousdesign LinkedIn: / conscious-designhaus X (Twitter): https://x.com/CDesignHaus💄 What’s the #1 thing you look for in a sustainable beauty brand: performance, price, or packaging?🔔 Enjoyed this episode? Like, subscribe & share to support conscious innovation!
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  • From College Idea to $2M Sustainable Business

    From College Idea to $2M Sustainable Business
    Sep 8 2025
    Emma Rose Cohen, founder of FinalStraw, turned a simple idea into a $2M Kickstarter and a movement against single-use plastics. In this episode of the Conscious Design Podcast, she shares how small changes spark massive environmental impact.Emma Rose Cohen is the CEO and founder of Final, the company behind FinalStraw and other sustainable alternatives to single-use plastics. What started as an idea during college parties turned into a viral Kickstarter campaign that raised nearly $2 million and has since kept over 300 million straws out of the ocean. 🌊In this episode, Emma opens up about:How to turn passion for sustainability into a thriving businessWhy simplicity beats complexity in product designThe power of voting with your dollars and influencing othersWhat’s next for Final and the fight against waste✨ If you care about sustainability, startups, or how to bring a product idea to life, this episode is a must-watch.⏩ 𝗝𝘂𝗺𝗽 𝘁𝗼 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗳𝗮𝘃𝗼𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗲 𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁𝘀:00:00 - Guest Intro00:18 - The Birth of Final Straw00:46 - The Journey to Sustainability02:17 - From Kickstarter to Sustainable Living Innovations05:34 - From Feedback to Innovation: Growing the Product Line10:49 - Material Choices and Environmental Impact15:57 - The Ripple Effect of Sustainable Choices18:48 - Encouraging Awareness and Action21:17 - The Historical Perspective on Waste22:27 - Corporate Responsibility and Consumer Power24:39 - Consumer Impact and the Future of Sustainability27:43 - Product Development Challenges and How to Tackle Them30:12 - Sharing Ideas and Execution36:14 - Exploring New Business Concepts𝗔𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗘𝗺𝗺𝗮 𝗥𝗼𝘀𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝗵𝗲𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘄Emma Rose Cohen, CEO and founder of Final, found her passion in sustainability on a Sunday morning during college. While walking around campus in Santa Barbara, she felt as though she was drowning in a sea of single-use plastics⁠—solo cups, straws, and water bottles.That day would stick with her. Emma went on to earn her master’s degree in environmental management and sustainability at Harvard and spent four years working at Los Alamos National Laboratory. As she watched different materials being wasted day in and day out, Emma couldn’t help but wonder if there was a better way. So she quit her job to work on her dream: to create fun alternatives to single-use plastics.FinalStraw launched on Kickstarter in April 2018 with a goal of raising $12,500. The product struck a chord. In a matter of weeks, the campaign raised $1.89 million. The momentum hasn’t stopped. Since launching, FinalStraw has prevented approximately 300 million single-use straws from entering the environment.🔗 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗘𝗺𝗺𝗮 𝗥𝗼𝘀𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝗵𝗲𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘄Website : https://finalstraw.com/LinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/in/emmarosecohen/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/finalstraw/Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/finalstrawX : https://www.facebook.com/finalstrawInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/finalstraw/🌍𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗰𝗶𝗼𝘂𝘀 𝗗𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻 𝗠𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 SUBSCRIBE ► @ConsciousDesign𝗚𝗲𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 “𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗰𝗶𝗼𝘂𝘀 𝗗𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻” 𝗯𝗼𝗼𝗸: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09KNMN9BT Learn more: https://www.consciousdesignhaus.com/Want to turn visionary ideas into market-ready, sustainable products? 👉 https://www.petermanfirm.com/🤝 𝗟𝗲𝘁’𝘀 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗰𝘁: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cdesignhaus/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@consciousdesign LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/conscious-designhaus/ X (Twitter): https://x.com/CDesignHausWe help creative entrepreneurs integrate social & environmental responsibility into their brand’s DNA through #ConsciousDesign.🌍 If you could ban ONE single-use plastic item forever, which would it be?🔔 Enjoyed this episode? Like, subscribe & share to support conscious innovation!
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  • How to Shop Smarter: Decoding Fashion’s Hidden Labels

    How to Shop Smarter: Decoding Fashion’s Hidden Labels
    Aug 31 2025

    Fashion is one of the world’s most polluting industries 🌍 Can labeling & AI make it sustainable?

    Host Ian Peterman sits down with designer Vicky Tsiachri to explore her A–E clothing labeling system, how transparency fights greenwashing, and why conscious design is key to reshaping fashion.


    💬 Do you believe fashion labels can really change how people shop, or will fast fashion always win? Let us know below!


    💡 What You’ll Learn:

    • Why fashion is the second most polluting industry

    • The truth behind fast fashion, greenwashing & overconsumption

    • How Vicky’s A–E labeling system empowers shoppers

    • The cultural gap between Greece & UK in sustainable design

    • How AI & 3D printing could reduce waste and overproduction

    • Why transparency builds trust and long-term profits in fashion


    ⏩ Jump to your favorite parts:

    00:37 - Introduction to the Conscious Design Podcast

    00:49 - Meet Vicky Tsiachri: A Journey into Sustainable Design

    02:23 - Cultural Differences in Sustainability: Greece vs. UK

    04:16 - Conscious Choices: Vicky's Sustainable Fashion Project

    06:05 - The A to E Labeling System for Fashion

    08:55 - Challenges in Sustainable Fashion and Greenwashing

    15:47 - Consumer Behavior and Sustainable Fashion

    21:53 - Promoting Conscious Design and Thrifting

    23:30 - The Paradox of Fast Fashion and Sustainability

    25:39 - Consumer Perception of Eco-Labeling

    27:24 - AI and Sustainable Fashion Solutions

    29:00 - Cultural Shifts and Fast Fashion

    32:11 - The Role of Transparency in Sustainable Fashion

    38:06 - The Continuous Journey Towards Sustainability

    43:50 - Conclusion and Final Thoughts


    About Vicky Tsiachri and “The Conscious Choice” Project

    Vicky Tsiachri is a multidisciplinary designer and Creative Director specializing in fashion branding, digital engagement, and youth culture. Based in London, she holds an MA in Design from the University for the Creative Arts and is now a PhD candidate researching sustainable fashion through digital innovation.


    Her project, “The Conscious Choice,” introduces a fashion labeling system (A–E grades) designed to help consumers make informed decisions while pushing brands toward greater transparency.



    🔗 Connect with Vicky Tsiachri:

    Website: https://www.vicky-tsiachri.com/

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vicky-tsiachri/

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vicky_tsiachri



    Get the “Conscious Design” book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09KNMN9BT

    Learn more: https://www.consciousdesignhaus.com/


    Want to turn visionary ideas into market-ready, sustainable products? 👉 https://www.petermanfirm.com/


    🤝 Let’s Connect:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cdesignhaus/

    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@consciousdesign

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/conscious-designhaus/

    X (Twitter): https://x.com/CDesignHaus



    We help creative entrepreneurs integrate social & environmental responsibility into their brand’s DNA through #ConsciousDesign.


    💬 Do you believe fashion transparency can fix fast fashion—or is it too late? Comment below!


    🔔 Enjoyed this episode? Like, subscribe & share to support conscious innovation!
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  • The Future of Work in 2025: AI, Fractional, & Culture

    The Future of Work in 2025: AI, Fractional, & Culture
    Aug 21 2025

    How are AI and fractional leadership reshaping the future of work? 🚀 Host Ian Peterman sits down with Execnow founders Kahlil Dumas & Colin Smith to explore how they’re disrupting executive search, solving culture challenges in startups, and redefining leadership in 2025.


    💬 Do you believe AI will actually fix hiring, or just make the problems worse? Let us know below!


    💡 What You’ll Learn:

    • Why traditional executive search firms are broken

    • The risks of relying on AI in recruitment

    • Startup culture mistakes (and how to avoid them)

    • Change management strategies that actually work

    • The rise of fractional leadership vs. consulting

    • How to hire and integrate leaders for long-term success


    ⏩ Jump to your favorite parts:

    00:59 The Origin Story of Execnow

    02:08 Disrupting Executive Search

    04:38 Challenges in Talent Acquisition

    07:44 The Role of AI in Recruitment

    09:29 The Importance of Change Management

    14:18 Integrating New Employees

    23:32 The Culture Challenge in Startups

    26:23 Innovative Design Teams

    27:40 Breaking Down Echo Chambers

    29:59 Challenges in Traditional Corporate Structures

    34:18 The Rise of Fractional Work

    36:21 Benefits and Misconceptions of Fractional Work

    38:29 Implementing Fractional Leadership

    39:11 Fractional Work vs. Consulting

    43:24 Future Trends in Fractional Work



    About Kahlil Dumas, Colin Smith, & Execnow

    Execnow is a next-generation talent partner that helps companies rapidly find and hire top performers. Their new platform, ExecnowOS, enables businesses to instantly identify and connect with top talent. The company was co-founded by Kahlil Dumas and Colin Smith.


    🔗 Connect with 𝐊𝐚𝐡𝐥𝐢𝐥 𝐃𝐮𝐦𝐚𝐬, 𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐧 𝐒𝐦𝐢𝐭𝐡 & 𝐄𝐱𝐞𝐜𝐧𝐨𝐰:

    Website: Execnow.co

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/execnow/

    LinkedIn (Kahlil): https://www.linkedin.com/in/kahlildumas/

    LinkedIn (Colin): https://www.linkedin.com/in/execnow/


    Get the “Conscious Design” book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09KNMN9BT

    Learn more: https://www.consciousdesignhaus.com/


    Want to turn visionary ideas into market-ready, sustainable products? 👉 https://www.petermanfirm.com/


    🤝 Let’s Connect:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cdesignhaus/

    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@consciousdesign

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/conscious-designhaus/

    X (Twitter): https://x.com/CDesignHaus


    We help creative entrepreneurs integrate social & environmental responsibility into their brand’s DNA through #ConsciousDesign.


    💬 Do you believe AI will actually fix hiring, or just make bias worse? Comment below!


    🔔 Enjoyed this episode? Like, subscribe & share to support conscious innovation!
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  • Replace Plastics at Home – Simple Eco-Friendly Swaps

    Replace Plastics at Home – Simple Eco-Friendly Swaps
    Aug 13 2025
    From Hollywood TV sets to replacing 656M plastics — Host Ian Peterman sits down with Repurpose Co-Founder & CEO Lauren Gropper to reveal how she built the nation’s leading compostable tableware brand, disrupted single-use plastics, and made eco-friendly living affordable and easy for millions.💬 Question for you: What’s the single-use plastic item you’d most like to replace in your home? Comment below — we’d love to hear your ideas!⏩ Jump to your favorite parts:00:00 - Intro00:33 - Meet Lauren Gropper: CEO of Repurpose00:50 - The Origin Story of Repurpose02:43 - Challenges and Innovations in Sustainable Products05:38 - Creating a Brand and Market Entry10:07 - Product Range and Market Challenges17:01 - Composting and Material Choices22:54 - Future of Sustainable Products32:51 - Closing Thoughts and Contact InformationAbout Lauren Gropper & RepurposeLauren Gropper is the founder and CEO of Repurpose, the leader in compostable household goods. An eco-entrepreneur and green architecture pioneer, Lauren began her career in sustainable design. Her early success led to a surprising career in Hollywood, working as a consultant to the industry with customers like Discovery Networks. Confronted with the waste generated by craft services, Lauren had an aha moment on- set. She founded Repurpose to extend the disposable lifespan of single use products and reduce waste. Today, Lauren leads Repurpose on its quest to change the world one low-impact cup, plate and fork at a time.Repurpose offers a range of plant-based, non-toxic, and compostable alternatives to traditional single-use products, aiming to reduce landfill waste and promote sustainability. Repurpose is the #1 eco-compostable tableware brand at U.S. grocery stores like Whole Foods, Albertson’s, Kroger and more, and is sold in 20,000 retailers nationwide. Since its founding, Repurpose has replaced 656 million pieces of plastic.Get the “Conscious Design” book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09KNMN9BT Learn more: https://www.consciousdesignhaus.com/Want to turn visionary ideas into market-ready, sustainable products? 👉 https://www.petermanfirm.com/🔗 Connect with Lauren Gropper & Repurpose:Website: https://www.repurpose.com/ LinkedIn (Repurpose): https://www.linkedin.com/company/repurpose-compostables/ LinkedIn (Lauren): https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauren-gropper-65b3102/ Instagram (Repurpose): https://www.instagram.com/repurpose/?hl=en Instagram (Lauren): https://www.instagram.com/laurengropper/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/repurpose/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRAe_hzGzfysi_Bgy8nZbAQ🤝 Let’s Connect: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cdesignhaus/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@consciousdesign LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/conscious-designhaus/ X (Twitter): https://x.com/CDesignHausWe help creative entrepreneurs integrate social & environmental responsibility into their brand’s DNA through #ConsciousDesign.🔔 Enjoyed this episode? Like, subscribe & share to support conscious innovation!
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