Dal LaMagna, CEO of Icestone USA, explains how the unity of his staff helped save his company after Hurricane Sandy left his factory at the Brooklyn Navy Yard in shambles. Dal, who also founded the company Tweezerman, practices Responsible Capitalism, which incorporates employees into the decision practices of the company, as well as making sure they have good wages and healthcare. We also talk about the benefits of being a B Corporation. It’s good to be socially responsible, and Dal LaMagna is leading the way.
Category: Green Products
#1316: Anna Almiroudis, Anthesis Organic Skincare
Anna talks about how toxins invade our bodies through various products, as well as how pollutants affect our bodies and skin. Anna makes organic natural beauty products that are kind to your body and the earth. Visit her store Anthesis at The Shops at DUMBO. Visit www.anthesisorganic.com for more info or www.etsy.com/shop/anthesis
#1305: Barbara Landis, The Nose
Meet Barbara Landis, the “Wine Lady” who became known in the wine industry as “The Nose.” We chat about her career and about the organic wine industry, which has been growing in popularity, as people are becoming more conscious about the ecology of wine. For more information, you can go to www.organicconsumers.org or send an email to Barbara at [email protected]
#1218: Jeff Hittner of Ethikus and Shop Your Values Week
Features Jeff Hittner, co-founder of Ethikus, an online community of ethical consumers and businesses, helping people discover ethical and sustainable shops in New York City, particularly small, local businesses.
