Podcasts about eco-friendly products

What if the thing that changes your life starts with a pizza box?In this inspiring and down-to-earth episode, I sit down with Mark McNally, founder of Filters Direct USA, DJ-turned-entrepreneur, and a true example of what it means to build with integrity. Mark shares his story of moving from Ireland to the U.S. with only $500, working his way up from an HVAC laborer to buying the company—and then launching his own direct-to-consumer air filter business from scratch (literally, with a pizza box prototype).We talk about the heart behind mission-driven entrepreneurship, how to lead values-first teams, and why your environment (and the air you breathe) could be the most overlooked factor in your health and success.What You'll Learn in This EpisodeHow Mark turned a cardboard pizza box into a physical product and a booming businessWhy values—not capital—create sustainable business growthHow your home air quality affects your energy, focus, and overall healthWhy every business owner needs to think about their environmentThe surprising mindset shifts that helped Mark scale without losing himselfHow to build a team that solves problems instead of creating themWhy vision, impact, and execution matter more than having all the answersKey Takeaways✔️You don't need a perfect plan—you need to keep moving forward.✔️A good team solves problems before they reach your desk.✔️Integrity is doing what's right when no one's watching—including in HVAC.✔️Stop overlooking your air quality—it affects everything from mood to focus.✔️You're not being buried—you're being planted.✔️Success is built on work ethic, humility, and vision—not hype.✔️Change your filter. Change your air. Change your life. Timestamps[00:00] – Welcome: What if your environment is blocking your next breakthrough?[03:00] – Meet Mark: From Ireland to Florida with $500 and a suitcase[06:00] – Starting with nothing—and landing a job in HVAC[09:00] – Working his way up to co-owning the company[10:00] – How COVID inspired a new idea: Filters Direct USA[13:00] – From pizza box prototype to reusable product[16:00] – The mindset behind Mark's success: curiosity, vision, and resilience[21:00] – How to build team culture with integrity and clarity[24:00] – How to get your time back and scale responsibly[26:00] – Why every entrepreneur needs to check their environment[30:00] – The impact of indoor air quality on your health[38:00] – Environmental design + wellness: what you can do now[43:00] – Tidy Oceans: how Filters Direct gives back with every purchase[47:00] – Vision, values, and vertical integration: what's next for Mark[52:00] – The 3 life lessons Mark would give his younger self[57:00] – Final thoughts: business, purpose, and living the legacyChoose Your Next Steps:Check the air filters in your home—right now.Reflect on how your environment is supporting or sabotaging your health.Ask: What's one area in your life or business I can clean up, simplify, or improve this week?DM me @itsgeorgebryant or Mark @markmcnally and tell us what you're shifting!Connect with Mark McNally & Filters Direct USAWebsite: filtersdirectusa.comInstagram: @filtersdirectusaTikTok: @filtersdirectusaUse code: IRISH50 for 50% off your first orderJoin The Alliance  – My Relationship Beats Algorithms™ community1:1 Coaching – Build your business with clarity, simplicity, and impactLive Events – Get in the room: mindofgeorge.com/event

In this episode of Careers Unwrapped, host Mark Fawcett is joined by Laura Harnett, Founder of Seep, to explore her journey from corporate executive to eco-entrepreneur. Whether you're a seasoned professional considering a career pivot or an aspiring founder, this conversation unpacks valuable insights about securing investment, choosing the right business partners, and building a purpose-driven company. Laura shares candid lessons about transitioning from corporate life to entrepreneurship, including her recent Dragons' Den experience and her passionate advocacy for female founders. Tune in to discover how corporate experience can be leveraged for entrepreneurial success, and why sometimes life's biggest challenges can lead to our greatest opportunities.

In this episode of The Unofficial Shopify Podcast, Brynn Snyder, co-founder of Slate Flosser, shares how she and her dentist husband tackled one of the most overlooked aspects of health—flossing. Together, they reimagined oral care with a product that could prevent gum disease, heart issues, and more.But flossing is just the beginning. This episode dives into their journey through a $194K Kickstarter campaign, battling knockoffs on Amazon, and scaling a Shopify store with sustainability and innovation at its core.Brynn reveals the challenges and triumphs of creating a physical product, why subscription models are key to recurring revenue, and how staying passionate can make or break your business.Flossing might not seem revolutionary—until you hear this story.Show LinksSlate FlosserKickstarter CampaignSlate Flosser on AmazonSponsorsCleverific: https://cleverific.com/unofficialZipify: http://zipify.com/KURTAddress Validator: https://www.addressvalidator.com/Work with KurtGrow your Shopify store with me: https://ethercycle.com/applySee our recent client successes: https://ethercycle.com/work

In this episode of the "How to Protect the Ocean" podcast, host Andrew Lewin discusses the pressing issue of climate change and the challenges posed by government inaction. With the recent political shifts in North America, particularly the incoming administration in the United States, there are concerns about the rollback of environmental regulations and policies that protect the ocean and climate. Key points include: Government Inaction: The episode highlights the potential consequences of a new U.S. administration that may prioritize economic interests over environmental protection, including the exemption of billion-dollar projects from environmental regulations. This could lead to increased fossil fuel projects and further exacerbate climate change. Impact on Wildlife: Lewin discusses the changing diets and health of polar bears due to climate change, emphasizing how their food sources are being affected by shrinking ice coverage. This serves as a reminder of the broader impacts of climate change on wildlife and ecosystems. Local and Global Consequences: The podcast also touches on the alarming projections for sea level rise, particularly in vulnerable areas like Florida, where cities may be underwater by 2050. This situation raises concerns about climate refugees and the socioeconomic impacts of climate change. Empowering Businesses for Change: Given the inaction from governments, Lewin emphasizes the importance of supporting businesses that prioritize environmental and social responsibility. He introduces the concept of B Corps—companies that balance profit with purpose and contribute positively to the environment and society. Examples of Positive Action: The episode highlights several B Corps, such as Bose Brewing Company, Four Oceans, Patagonia, and Nada, which are making significant strides in sustainability and environmental impact. These companies demonstrate that individual and collective consumer choices can drive change, even when governmental support is lacking. We encourage you to take action by supporting responsible businesses and making conscious consumer choices to combat climate change, emphasizing that collective efforts can lead to meaningful change in the face of governmental inaction. Links discussed in the article:  Polar Bear Article: https://www.thecooldown.com/outdoors/polar-bear-gut-microbiome-research/ Polar Bear Journal Article: https://journals.plos.org/plosone/article?id=10.1371/journal.pone.0311518#sec010 Florida Flooding Article: https://www.newsweek.com/florida-map-cities-underwater-2050-slimate-change-sea-level-flood-1997591 B Corp Climate Friendly Businesses: https://www.alveole.buzz/blog/bcorps-that-inspire-us/   Follow a career in conservation: https://www.conservation-careers.com/online-training/ Use the code SUFB to get 33% off courses and the careers program.   Do you want to join my Ocean Community? Sign Up for Updates on the process: www.speakupforblue.com/oceanapp   Sign up for our Newsletter: http://www.speakupforblue.com/newsletter   Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3NmYvsI Connect with Speak Up For Blue: Website: https://bit.ly/3fOF3Wf Instagram: https://bit.ly/3rIaJSG TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@speakupforblue Twitter: https://bit.ly/3rHZxpc YouTube: www.speakupforblue.com/youtube  

Ever wondered about the quality of the air inside your home? In this eye-opening episode, we explore the hidden dangers lurking in our indoor air and what we can do about them. From common household products to surprising sources of pollution, we'll uncover the truth about the air we breathe every day. Learn practical tips to create a healthier home environment and protect your family's well-being. Tune in for a breath of fresh air on a topic that affects us all!  

Bonnie Sharphouse is an independent sustainability consultant with more than fifteen years of experience in corporate sustainability strategy, program design, management systems, and reporting for the manufacturing, chemical, CPG, energy, and pharmaceutical sectors. Whether Bonnie knows it or not, she and I are good friends. I can't tell you the last time I enjoyed a conversation more, Bonnie and I had literally just met when we recorded together. I'm enamored with her, with her approach to her work and her ability to articulate why she does the work that she does - and how she can see so clearly the impact she has and wants to have on the world.She is so refreshing. She's such a light. I hope you enjoyed this conversation as much as I did. Meet the 2022 Impact IconsFollow along with Impact Icons on Instagram and LinkedInImpact Icons is an Imagine a Place Production, presented by OFS, Mortarr, and Ecomedes, Inc.

Both Autumn and Heather grew up in small towns in separate parts of North Carolina. Though their paths would not cross until several years later, both moved to the mountains in 1998. Both attended and received their degrees from Western Carolina University (although there at different times). The two have worked a collective 39 years serving the children and families of Buncombe County.   To the Brim definitely helps to illustrate the importance of doing one's part in their community to make a larger impact or, more simply, to “do better”.145 Charlotte Highway, Suite 60, Asheville, NC Phone: 828-552-3332https://www.tothebrimrefill.com/

In this episode we are talking with Ankit - the cofounder of Uneako. Uneako aims to curb the environmental threats of climate change and plastic pollution by introducing and promoting an exclusive and innovative range of eco-friendly product solutions for office, home, and gifting utilities. Dive in some amazing ways to improve your carbon footprint, as well as discover investing ideas to produce sustainable products and services.This episode is sponsored by @cubicletoceo Podcast and masterclass. Check it out at http://zen.ai/genzceoFollow ChangemakerZ https://go.changemakerz.org/followEpisode's page https://podcast.changemakerz.org/uneakoUneako social media handles https://lnkfi.re/uneakoAccess exclusive content on the ChangemakerZ app at https://app.changemakerz.orgProduced by Vasilis Skarleas

Showcasing eco-lifestyle products at the HK Gifts & Premium Fair, Phoebe Wong, Director of ECO CONCEPTS, discusses her products and fair experience in this podcast interview. As a Hong Kong-based wholesaler, Ms Wong uses this fair platform to connect with distributors in new markets and to identify B2B partners in related industries that she can sell directly to. Ms Wong hopes her Genie Kitchen Garden gadgets will appeal to busy, urban professionals seeking eco-lifestyle solutions across Asia.

Jessica Rowin, inventor of the Broom Huggie, wanted an alternative to bulky traditional mops that used lots of water and found disposable floor mops like the Swiffer created lots of landfill waste. She set out to transform a common technique of wrapping a towel around a broom into a new, efficient cleaning device she calls the Broom Huggie. Join us on The Mompreneur Model Show with Dori DeCarlo June 11 at 10amPT / 1pmET and anytime in archive on WoMRadio - the show for #mompreneurs the new business women.  Thanks to our show sponsors Thirty-One Gifts and Pink Zebra. Meet them and all our sponsors in our Mompreneur Marketplace on our website.  We'do love to connect with you on Facebook and Twitter and email dori@wordofmomradio.com  with questions or comments.  WoMRadio - for the mom in us all.  

Opening Ontario’s eyes on waste management to create new investments, new factories, new jobs and new Ontario-made products.

Opening Ontario’s eyes on waste management to create new investments, new factories, new jobs and new Ontario-made products.

Laurel Herter has been working with glass for the last 30 yrs. Most of her work has been in the field of architectural art glass, where she specializes in creating both contemporary and traditional glass designs for residential, commercial, public and religious settings.  From her studios in Bluffton, South Carolina, she produces work for clients throughout the United States and Mexico and Europe. Her commercial and public commissions are found in corporate headquarters in Atlanta, athletic facilities in Silicon Valley and several restaurants and churches in South Carolina.   Barry Bryant has over 25 years of diverse business experience working for large corporations, venture backed startups and is the founder and owner of Fortress Residential Management on Hilton Head Island, SC. He served as the Chief Operating Officer of bayMountain Inc., a web infrastructure management company for small and medium sized businesses based in Richmond, VA. Prior to bayMountain, he was Senior Vice President of Sun Trust Bank in Richmond, VA, managing a $300MM retail and business banking division. He holds a BBA in Finance from James Madison University.