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In honor of Plastic Free July, we're circling back to a post we did in partnership with our friends over at Plaine Products to dig into the myriad of effects plastic pollution has on people and planet (some that may surprise you!).

In this episode, we discuss: 

• The effects of plastic pollution on the human body
• The effects of plastic pollution on our economy
• The Indirect effects plastic pollution has on humans
• Long term effects of plastic pollution on humans
• Who is fighting for our health and how you can join the movement

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In honor of Plastic Free July, we're reposting our episode with Svanika Balasubramanian, CEO and Co-founder of rePurpose.

rePurpose is a global movement of conscious consumers and businesses committed to going Plastic Neutral. As the world's first Plastic Credit Platform, rePurpose makes climate action simple and effective for companies of all sizes by removing and recycling as much ocean-bound plastic waste as they produce while embedding sustainability into their product experience to reach and retain purposeful consumers.

In our Episode with Svanika we discuss: 

• rePurpose's unique angle to combatting plastic waste
• How rePurpose went from an honors thesis to a full-blown company
• What's responsible for the company's quick and exceptional growth
• Svanika and her fellow co-founders' experience being young entrepreneurs in the space
• New Insights Svanika has learned about plastic waste on her journey
• The importance of an intentional company culture

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More than simply a response to the altruistic call of social responsibility, the participation of entrepreneurs in the burgeoning sustainable fashion industry is also, at the bottom line, a smart business decision. Climate change and social strife are existential dangers, and because of that, are huge business risks that currently have—and will continue to have—a very direct negative impact on every sector within the fashion industry. 

Indeed, the future of the fashion industry, our environment, and our communities depend on adopting a new paradigm that opts out of the abhorrent practices currently and historically plaguing fashion. The only way forward is for fashion entrepreneurs to become a part of an entirely new conscious fashion economy: one that is rooted in responsible growth, sustainability, and circular design.

So, how do you become a successful fashion entrepreneur within this new industry?

In this show-post and the corresponding episode of the Social Entrepreneurship and Innovation Podcast, we speak with Caroline Priebe, founder of the Center for the Advancement of Garment Making (CAGM) and seasoned design director and sustainability strategist, to better understand the practices a fashion entre

In our Episode with Caroline we discuss: 

• How to become a successful fashion entrepreneur and leader in a new fashion economy
• Adopting a holistic perspective
• Embracing circular design
• The Sustainable Leadership Masterclass

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Listen in for an update on what's changed and what's happened at Grow Ensemble over the last 90 days and what's to come in the next 90 days to follow! 

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Fashion, as we know it, is linear. From material extraction to textile production, design, manufacturing, sales, marketing, and end of life, the fashion industry is designed to maximize clothing sales. But what if that business model could shift?

Changemakers are reimagining the business of fashion, designing circular systems, and disrupting the status quo to build a truly sustainable industry. 

Cory spoke with two of those changemakers on the Social Entrepreneurship and Innovation Podcast, Asheen Phansey and Monica Park of circular fashion business consultancy and Public Benefit Corporation Eleven Radius. This discussion of the circular fashion economy and how business solutions can help us break the fast fashion cycle is the newest installment of our Impact of Fashion series in partnership with Dhana.

Check out earlier episodes to learn about the Rhana Plaza Collapse, Inclusivity & Sustainability in Fashion, How to Avoid Fast Fashion, and the concept of circular fashion, then listen to this great conversation all about the business of circularity in fashion!

In our Episode with Giancarlo we discuss: 

• What is Circularity?
• Linear fashion economy
• Circular fashion economy
• Business solutions to fast fashion

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Without a doubt, starting your first business has been or will be one of the most challenging ventures you’ve ever set out to accomplish.

However, as a social entrepreneur, you’ll face even greater challenges. From the beginning, you’ll need to have a much grander vision for the influence and impact your business might potentially have. Additionally, social entrepreneurs must solve problems in a way that doesn’t involve cutting corners, putting people or the environment in harm’s way, or sacrificing the core values that are at the heart of their personal beliefs and businesses.

Beyond this, successful entrepreneurs operating within the sustainable capitalism movement must use their mission-driven business to create solutions for the large-scale issues that we face to lead their industry into a future of sustainability and regeneration.

Needless to say, that’s a lot to have on your plate!

You’re going to need help, and since the road to success often means heeding the advice of those who have already succeeded, we sat down with Giancarlo Marcaccini, a successful entrepreneur and the CEO of Yogi Tea Company, which is otherwise known as East West Tea Company. 

In our Episode with Giancarlo we discuss: 

Throughout the conversation, Marcaccini gives us his best entrepreneurial tips and pieces of business advice for aspiring social entrepreneurs, and he explains how and why they are necessary for entrepreneurial success. 

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YeSeul Kim has recognized the power of education her whole life, which is why she has kept coming back to it throughout her eclectic career path. YeSeul is currently the Head of K-12 Education at H-FARM International Schools. On this episode, YeSeul shared her personal experiences in education and why she champions innovation as being key to the future of schooling. 

In our Episode with YeSeul we discuss: 

• The power of education to change lives. 
• YeSeul's experiences in the corporate, nonprofit, and education sectors. 
• H-FARM's method for an entrepreneurial education that empowers students for an uncertain future. 

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We are covering the big picture of the apparel industry through our ongoing Impact of Fashion series in partnership with Dhana. Head over to the series page to learn more about the Rana Plaza disaster that brought the world’s attention to the abuse and danger garment workers face, conscious fashion, slow fashion, circular fashion, and how we can build sustainability and inclusivity into fashion.

On this episode, Cory speaks with Amy Hall about her 28-year career with Eileen Fisher; social consciousness work including environmental sustainability, human rights, philanthropy and policy; her new consultancy Impactorum; fast fashion solutions; and what sustainability in fashion can look like.

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• Rendez-Vous
• Patagonia
• Mara Hoffman
• Allbirds
• Reformation
• Nimbly
• Worn Again Technologies<

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Excited to be back with another update here, to share with y’all an inside look of what we are working on at Grow Ensemble. 

Here’s a look at the year to date after May wrapped up. 

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Our host Cory chatted with Cassell Ferere, the Founder and Editor-in-Chief of PAGE Magazine, the world’s first magazine covering sustainable fashion. In our latest series on the Impact of Fashion, Cory is speaking with experts across the industry to unearth the true impact of fast fashion and empower consumers to make informed decisions. 

Cassell’s work focuses on making sustainable fashion more accessible to everyone. Through PAGE, he’s able to give people a more inclusive perspective on fashion through the lens of sustainability. 

In our Episode with Cassell we discuss: 

• Cassell's professional background as a writer, filmmaker, photographer, and designer. 
• How PAGE Magazine is encouraging authentic, inclusive discussions on sustainable fashion. 
• The impact of fashion on impoverished communities. 

Links from the Episode: 

• PAGE Magazine
• Cassell Inc. 
• Circular Fashion and Dhana Inc. 
• Patagonia
• The True Cost of Fashion Documentary

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