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What does a sustainability entrepreneur actually do?
In this episode of How To Become A…, Grace talks to James, co-founder of waste design studio Are You Mad, about turning waste into paychecks, pop-ups and products. James shares how he moved from the fashion/music world into building a studio that makes acoustic panels, shop fittings and funky shoe-risers out of local waste, runs community workshops, and gets brands to pay for creative reuse.
James shares:
He also opens up about:
If you want to launch an impact business that actually pays, this episode gives you design-led tactics, fundraising realities, and the messy creativity you’ll need to survive.
Resources:
Are You Mad website: https://www.areyoumad.co/
🎙 How To Become A... explores real-life journeys behind the careers of everyday people. Each episode dives into the path of someone who's built success outside of the spotlight — no fame, no fortune, just real stories. Discover how they started, the challenges they faced, and what drives them forward. 💼✨
🔗 Subscribe, rate, and share to help more people find their own path
📩 Got your own story to share? Contact us at [email protected]
📱Follow us on socials: @howtobecomea__
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By Grace StevensWhat does a sustainability entrepreneur actually do?
In this episode of How To Become A…, Grace talks to James, co-founder of waste design studio Are You Mad, about turning waste into paychecks, pop-ups and products. James shares how he moved from the fashion/music world into building a studio that makes acoustic panels, shop fittings and funky shoe-risers out of local waste, runs community workshops, and gets brands to pay for creative reuse.
James shares:
He also opens up about:
If you want to launch an impact business that actually pays, this episode gives you design-led tactics, fundraising realities, and the messy creativity you’ll need to survive.
Resources:
Are You Mad website: https://www.areyoumad.co/
🎙 How To Become A... explores real-life journeys behind the careers of everyday people. Each episode dives into the path of someone who's built success outside of the spotlight — no fame, no fortune, just real stories. Discover how they started, the challenges they faced, and what drives them forward. 💼✨
🔗 Subscribe, rate, and share to help more people find their own path
📩 Got your own story to share? Contact us at [email protected]
📱Follow us on socials: @howtobecomea__
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.