In this episode of The Sustainability Side, host Dr. Sama sits down with Karen Formosa Sustainability Advocate and Circularity Coach to explore how small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) can unlock hidden revenue, reduce costs, and build customer loyalty through circular economy strategies.

From furniture makers to print shops, Karen shares real-world examples and a practical roadmap that any SME can follow — no jargon, no big budgets required.

🎯 Topics Covered:

• What is the circular economy?

• Real SME success stories

• Low-cost implementation steps

• Building customer loyalty through sustainability

• Risk reduction and resilience for small businesses

💡 Whether you're a founder, consultant, or sustainability enthusiast, this episode will inspire you to rethink waste and redesign value.

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Website: www.practicalsustainability.uk

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To know more about Karen, follow her on:

LinkedIn Pages:

Karen Formosa: @karenformosa

PracticalSustainability:@practicalsustainability

Facebook Page: @practicalsustainability

YouTube Channel: @PracticalSustainability

Instagram Page: @practicalsustainability.coach

Website: www.practicalsustainability.uk

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