Mindful Businesses

Beyond Good, a pioneer in heirloom dark chocolate is the only brand in the U.S. market producing bean-to-bar chocolate at source in Africa. From an organic certified chocolate factory in Madagascar, Beyond Good produces the finest heirloom chocolate, while providing a stable pay price for cocoa farmers. By making finished products in Africa, Beyond Good is redefining high-quality chocolate and sustainability in the chocolate industry. You can also visit our website www.mindfulbusinessespodcast.com

https://www.beyondgood.com/

The world changed around us in just a month. The new normal and when will it all be normal again. We talk to 6 of our past guests to learn how they have coped, adapted, and are surviving the impact of COVID - 19 in their business and personal lives. Commiserate with them. Be the first to know about our latest episode by subscribing www.mindfulbusinessespodcast.com

We talk to Shruti Ashok, the founder of Inai. Inai is a creative space, where timeless leather pieces are crafted using upcycled Italian leathers, handmade by skilled Indian artisans in Madras, India. The designs are made to serve a specific purpose — a bag for everyday living, new adventures, emotional milestones and so much more. 

'Inai’ is a Tamil word, derived from ‘Inaippu’ which translates to ‘connection’. - you to connect with what you buy. Inai aims to inspire people to treasure and value the products they consume and the stories behind them. You can also visit our website www.mindfulbusinessespodcast.com

https://inaistory.com/

We talk with the founder and slow design pioneer Natalie Chanin of Alabama Chanin. The company that has become what Alabama Chanin is today began early in 2000 with Natalie creating hand-sewn garments made from cotton jersey t-shirts. They are a leader in elevated craft due to a strong belief in tradition and dedication to locally sewn garments and goods—both hand and machine-sewn. They maintain responsible, ethical, and sustainable practices holding themselves to the highest standards for quality. 
At Alabama Chanin, they preserve traditions of community, design, producing, and living arts by examining work and life through the acts of storytelling, photography, education, and making. Natalie in her soothing mellifluous voice walks us through her journey in creating Alabama Chanin. Come take a listen. Be the first to know by subscribing www.mindfulbusinessespodcast.com

https://alabamachanin.com/

We speak to Mayura Davda Shah the founder of MAYU, a sustainable luxury lifestyle brand which promotes a conscious way of life. Designed in New York with fish leather and vegan materials sourced from Europe she crafts goods for the betterment of our people and planet. Learn how waste can be used to create a luxury premium accessories brand. In fact, L'Officiel placed Mayu as one of the top 5 sustainable brands to watch out for along with Stella McCartney. Be the first to know by subscribing www.mindfulbusinessespodcast.com

https://worldofmayu.com/

Jai-Dee, ใจดีis Thai for kind-hearted, is a sustainable leotard company. We talk with founder and professional; ballet dancer Katherine Hartsell who has created this female-centered brand creating dancewear to empower women, support the arts, and honor the earth. Featuring luxurious Italian fabric made with ECONYL® regenerated nylon fiber. With a commitment to women who dance, the arts that uplift humanity, and the environment that we all call our creative home, Jai-Dee Dancewear is a small company with a big mission to help create a kinder, more creative, and more sustainable world for all. Be the first to know about our latest episode by subscribing www.mindfulbusinessespodcast.com

https://jaideedancewear.com/

Co-founders and runners Shriyans Bhandari and Ramesh Dhami ran through 3-4 pairs of sneakers every year. They realized that the soles were still in good condition though the uppers were worn out. They refurbished them into trendy footwear for sale and slippers for donation. In fact, they have donated half a million slippers since 2016. Listen to learn how Green Sole is socially, environmentally, and economically sustainable. Be the first to know about our latest episode by subscribing www.mindfulbusinessespodcast.com

https://www.greensole.com/

We talk with co-founders Sujata and Taniya (Su and Ta) who decided to quit their well-paying jobs and put their hearts and souls into spreading love through traditional hand-woven sarees. They have a family of 1400 weavers. The process of weaving every saree is a celebration of centuries of tradition and the authenticity of Indian arts. Suta strives to preserve the art of generational craftsman, guaranteeing them a living wage and bringing their products to the urban markets. Learn about their journey in this episode. Be the first to know about our latest episode by subscribing www.mindfulbusinessespodcast.com

https://suta.in/

We talk with Sarah Jackson (whose name has been changed due to security reasons), founder and CEO of Tahmina. Tahmina is an international brand with a vision to export transformational products from different conflict regions of the world. Their maiden project is saffron and saffron-infused teas from Afghanistan. Learn more about their work through this podcast. Be the first to know about our latest episode by subscribing www.mindfulbusinessespodcast.com

https://www.tahminatea.com/

Co-founder Rahul Choudhary of Ricron Panels talks about the motivation and the process of converting toothpaste and candy wrappers into a great cost-effective substitute for plywood and MDF. Join us on his journey. Be the first to know about our latest episode by subscribing www.mindfulbusinessespodcast.com

https://www.ricron.com/