Professor Becky Parker is the founder of Project Earth, an organisation empowering young people aged 8-18 to innovate for biodiversity and climate solutions.

Prof.Becky talks to Raakhee about the creative minds she works with, and wanting to given them agency in their future. Her students will be aged 40 when net zero 2050 comes into place, yet most sustainability demo days are for people aged 18-35.

We hear from her impressive student founders who share their ideas, ranging from an algae pen to a wristband monitoring air quality.

https://projectearth.global/

https://projectearth.global/advisors/raakhee-tailor/

https://uk.linkedin.com/company/sustainable-founders-podcast

https://www.instagram.com/sustainable_founders_podcast/

https://wildsaint.co.uk/pages/sustainable-founders-podcast

Should you wish to participate on future episodes or discuss any part of this podcast please email us at [email protected]

The information provided in this podcast is for educational and entertainment only and is not intended as professional advice. We encourage listeners to do their own research and consult with a professional before making any decisions related to sustainable fashion or any other topic discussed on this podcast. Additionally, the opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the host(s) and guest(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of any organization or company mentioned

Andrew Wordsworth is the co-founder of Sustainable Ventures, Europe's leading growth partner for climate tech.

Andrew talks to Raakhee about starting his first company when he was in sixth form, and the high survival rate for start ups that belong to a Hub vs doing it alone.

They discuss why you can’t be a sustainability purist, why profit and sustainability must go hand in hand, as climate tech allows us to extend the runaway whilst we move to climate repair. At a time where some (world) leaders are climate deniers, good design and competitive costs are paramount.

THE DEBRIEF

Gaby Jesson takes a deep dive into some of the themes arising in this episode, from finding the right innovation hub to raising capital.

The panel of guests for this episode are:

Rebecca Oatley: Co-founder at Wilful, a PR and communications agency, speaking about the lonely job of being a founder, importance of community and aligned goals

Paul Finch: Co-founder of Growth Studio, a start up accelerator and innovation consultancy, speaking about grants, funding, tax incentives and the role your network and corporations play

https://www.sustainableventures.co.uk/

https://thewilful.com/

https://www.growthstudio.com/

https://uk.linkedin.com/company/sustainable-founders-podcast

https://www.instagram.com/sustainable_founders_podcast/

https://wildsaint.co.uk/pages/sustainable-founders-podcast

Should you wish to participate on future episodes or discuss any part of this podcast please email us at [email protected]

The information provided in this podcast is for educational and entertainment only and is not intended as professional advice. We encourage listeners to do their own research and consult with a professional before making any decisions related to sustainable fashion or any other topic discussed on this podcast. Additionally, the opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the host(s) and guest(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of any organization or company mentioned

Heike Petersen Cunza is the founder of Wellicious, a circular yoga wear brand, with Cradle to Cradle, Gold certification.

Heike talks to Raakhee about the depth of their sustainability certification, her priorities of motherhood, and how yoga principals of peace and love contradict the plastic yoga clothing industry (think polyester, nylon fabrics), that harm the wearer and the environment. Heike doesn’t want to be known as a sustainable brand, but as an affordable, modern, yoga wear brand for everyone.

THE DEBRIEF

Gaby Jesson takes a deep dive into some of the themes arising in this episode, including the business value and backlashes of certification.

The panel of guests for this episode are:

Ana Santi: Journalist at Vogue Business, the BBC, author and former deputy editor at Drapers, speaking about the scrutiny of good certification, and the high cost of sportswear fabric innovation

Nick Reed: Founder of menswear clothing brand Neem London, speaking about unifying internal values via certifications, managing supply chains, recycled clothing and how to engage shoppers by building a community

https://www.wellicious.com/

https://www.ana-santi.com/about-ana-santi

https://neemlondon.com/

https://uk.linkedin.com/company/sustainable-founders-podcast

https://www.instagram.com/sustainable_founders_podcast/

https://wildsaint.co.uk/pages/sustainable-founders-podcast

Should you wish to participate on future episodes or discuss any part of this podcast please email us at [email protected]

The information provided in this podcast is for educational and entertainment only and is not intended as professional advice. We encourage listeners to do their own research and consult with a professional before making any decisions related to sustainable fashion or any other topic discussed on this podcast. Additionally, the opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the host(s) and guest(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of any organization or company mentioned

Deepak Ravindran is the Co-Founder of Oddbox, a £30m wonky surplus food subscription service, fighting food waste with imperfect looking fruit & veg.

Deepak talks to Raakhee about the changing attitudes towards food aesthetics, with 20-40% of food not leaving UK farms due to their imperfect looks, and the role of supermarket cosmetic standards. Deepak speaks of his mental wellness and resilience when raising investment and the investor who told him only fools and family will invest!

THE DEBRIEF

Gaby Jesson takes a deep dive into some of the themes arising in this episode, including food waste, investment pitches and mental health.

The panel of guests for this episode are:

Claire Osbourne: Impact coach for sustainable specialists, speaking about coaching to go from good to great, our shadow self and the lies we tell ourselves

Emily Warburton-Adams: Co-founder of Pow Food, nutrition led catering, speaking about food delivery, the importance of support networks and co-founding/working with her mother

www.deepak-ravindran.com

https://www.oddbox.co.uk/

British Asian Entrepreneurs https://www.thebaehq.com/

https://powfood.co.uk/

https://www.claireosborne.co.uk/

https://uk.linkedin.com/company/sustainable-founders-podcast

https://www.instagram.com/sustainable_founders_podcast/

https://wildsaint.co.uk/pages/sustainable-founders-podcast

Should you wish to participate on future episodes or discuss any part of this podcast please email us at [email protected]

The information provided in this podcast is for educational and entertainment only and is not intended as professional advice. We encourage listeners to do their own research and consult with a professional before making any decisions related to sustainable fashion or any other topic discussed on this podcast. Additionally, the opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the host(s) and guest(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of any organization or company mentioned

Milo Pinckney is the founder of Rollr, a deodorant made for pleasure, people, and the planet.

Milo talks to Raakhee about being inspired whilst travelling in New Zealand, recognising we are part of the seas and the trees.

They discuss the patent on the bottle, the natural anti-perspirant and anti-odourant ingredients, and the emotional first sale. With impressive organic press coverage in GQ, Dazed and Service 95, Milo speaks of his ambition for the brand and why embedding values is essential for any future exit plan.

https://rollr.co.uk/

https://uk.linkedin.com/company/sustainable-founders-podcast

https://www.instagram.com/sustainable_founders_podcast/

https://wildsaint.co.uk/pages/sustainable-founders-podcast

The information provided in this podcast is for educational and entertainment only and is not intended as professional advice. We encourage listeners to do their own research and consult with a professional before making any decisions related to sustainable fashion or any other topic discussed on this podcast. Additionally, the opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the host(s) and guest(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of any organization or company mentioned

Roni Gamzon is the co-founder and COO of BioFluff (Savian and BioPlush), the worlds first plant based alternative to fur and plush (think fluffy fabrics on coats, pillows, kids toys).

Roni talks to Raakhee about micro plastics that shed from plush, and how infants have up to x10 more microplastics than adults. Sharing how they showcased the brand at COP28 with Stella McCartney, the exciting yet brutal dynamics of fashion, their plans for growth, the upside of having a co-founder and the importance of profit and personal legacy.

https://bio-fluff.com/

https://uk.linkedin.com/company/sustainable-founders-podcast

https://www.instagram.com/sustainable_founders_podcast/

https://wildsaint.co.uk/pages/sustainable-founders-podcast

The information provided in this podcast is for educational and entertainment only and is not intended as professional advice. We encourage listeners to do their own research and consult with a professional before making any decisions related to sustainable fashion or any other topic discussed on this podcast. Additionally, the opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the host(s) and guest(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of any organization or company mentioned

Ira Guha is the founder of Asan, a social enterprise brand of menstrual cups.

Ira talks to Raakhee about her inspiration behind Asan, about period poverty not only being an issue in the Global South, and reducing plastic waste via their reusable cup. Discussing the lack of female representation in product innovation, the stigmas, usage, and pre conceived ideas around menstrual products. With commercial retail challenges of a reusable product and a free period tracker app now available, Asan’s ambitions and journey are worthy.

https://asancup.com/

https://www.instagram.com/sustainable_founders_podcast/

https://uk.linkedin.com/company/sustainable-founders-podcast

https://wildsaint.co.uk/pages/sustainable-founders-podcast

The information provided in this podcast is for educational and entertainment only and is not intended as professional advice. We encourage listeners to do their own research and consult with a professional before making any decisions related to sustainable fashion or any other topic discussed on this podcast. Additionally, the opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the host(s) and guest(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of any organization or company mentioned

Connor Bryant is the co-founder and CEO of Rubbish Ideas, an SaaS (software as a service) platform empowering businesses to transition from a linear to circular economy.

Connor talks to Raakhee, exploring how data collection around waste can save money and the planet, the challenges of legacy thinking, how litter is a design issue more than a user issue, growing up with eco anxiety, the sustainability legends in his family who coined the term ‘Sustainability’, and his ambition to raise dragon slayers!

https://www.rubbishportal.com/

https://juliahailes.com/

https://johnelkington.com/about/professional/sustainability/

https://uk.linkedin.com/company/sustainable-founders-podcast

https://www.instagram.com/sustainable_founders_podcast/

https://wildsaint.co.uk/pages/sustainable-founders-podcast

The information provided in this podcast is for educational and entertainment only and is not intended as professional advice. We encourage listeners to do their own research and consult with a professional before making any decisions related to sustainable fashion or any other topic discussed on this podcast. Additionally, the opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the host(s) and guest(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of any organization or company mentioned

Nick Doman is the co-founder of Ocean Bottle, a social impact, reusable water bottle brand.

Nick talks to Raakhee about profit and purpose co-existing, and the luxury of waste management. As a social and environmental impact company, they are on a mission to stop ocean plastic, and each bottle they sell funds the collection of a thousand plastic bottles in weight, with collections in India, Indonesia, Philippines, Brazil, Kenya, Egypt and Ghana.

They discussions how the ocean is an interconnected eco-system and when you drop a plastic bottle in one part of the ocean, it can end up anywhere. Their conversation covers the role of manufacturers for their plastic, filtered tap water on the go, feeling over whelmed trying to make only sustainable choices, and the highs of Ed Sheeran’s team reaching out as their 8th customer.

https://oceanbottle.co

https://uk.linkedin.com/company/sustainable-founders-podcast

https://www.instagram.com/sustainable_founders_podcast/

https://wildsaint.co.uk/pages/sustainable-founders-podcast

The information provided in this podcast is for educational and entertainment only and is not intended as professional advice. We encourage listeners to do their own research and consult with a professional before making any decisions related to sustainable fashion or any other topic discussed on this podcast. Additionally, the opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the host(s) and guest(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of any organization or company mentioned

Asher Clark, a 7th generation cobbler is the co founder of Vivo Barefoot, a footwear brand reconnecting people to nature and their natural potential via regenerative footwear.

Asher talks to Raakhee about growing up as a Quaker, a rebel, and the culture

which inspired him. We discuss shoes not being feet shaped, and how nature is the the best designer. With futuristic 3D printed shoes in the Vivo Biome collection, refurbished shoes with the Revivo range, his passion and purpose is authentic with ambition.

https://www.vivobarefoot.com/uk/

https://uk.linkedin.com/company/sustainable-founders-podcast

https://www.instagram.com/sustainable_founders_podcast/

https://wildsaint.co.uk/pages/sustainable-founders-podcast

The information provided in this podcast is for educational and entertainment only and is not intended as professional advice. We encourage listeners to do their own research and consult with a professional before making any decisions related to sustainable fashion or any other topic discussed on this podcast. Additionally, the opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the host(s) and guest(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of any organization or company mentioned