In this episode of Can Business Save the Planet?, host Alex Schulze sits down with Nour Tayara, the co-founder and CEO of Aura Beauty, to explore how the beauty industry can tackle the monumental challenge of plastic waste. Nour shares his inspiring journey from an engineering background to leading sustainability initiatives at L’Oréal and eventually founding Aura Beauty in Mexico.

Discover how Aura Beauty is revolutionizing the industry with 100% recyclable and plastic-free packaging while maintaining exceptional quality. Nour and Alex dive deep into topics like leveraging TikTok and influencers for sustainability, the pitfalls of excessive and wasteful packaging, and the future of sustainable beauty. Nour also highlights the critical role of regulation, education, and innovation in making sustainability not just impactful but also desirable.

Whether you're passionate about sustainability, intrigued by beauty industry innovation, or just love a great success story, this episode is packed with insights you don’t want to miss.

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In this episode of Can Business Save the Planet?, we explore how businesses are innovating for sustainability and engaging teams in impactful ways. Join us as we talk with leaders from Veyer Logistics about their journey to integrate sustainable practices into their operations, from sourcing ocean-bound plastics to creating eco-friendly office products.

Discover how gamification, like the Drawdown EcoChallenge and plastic-free challenges, inspire employee engagement and foster a culture of sustainability. We’ll also delve into the complexities of sourcing sustainable materials, the power of partnerships in driving innovation, and why even small actions can lead to a big impact.

Whether you’re looking to reduce your organization’s environmental footprint or curious about how businesses can collaborate to solve global challenges, this episode offers practical insights and inspiring stories that show how business can truly save the planet.

In this episode, Alex Schulze welcomes Leslie Chapus, VP of Azenco Outdoors, a company focused on creating sustainable outdoor living solutions. Leslie provides insight into Azenco’s origins, starting in Europe under the leadership of Charles Chappis, and the company's expansion into the U.S. market. The conversation dives deep into how Azenco operates, its commitment to sustainability, and the innovative products it offers in the outdoor living space, including customizable pergolas and pool covers designed with eco-friendly practices.

Leslie emphasizes the company's dedication to integrating sustainability in their operations while continuing to offer high-quality, cutting-edge designs that meet customer needs for outdoor spaces. Together, they discuss the importance of green business models, how partnerships like these help tackle global environmental challenges, and the future of sustainability in the industry.

Tune in to learn more about Azenco’s journey, their sustainability efforts, and how businesses like Azenco are making a positive impact on the planet.