TOMS Shoes: Blake Mycoskie
http://thekojonnamdishow.org/shows/2011-09-14/toms-shoes-blake-mycoskie
A new generation of social entrepreneurs is finding that good deeds can mean good business, even in tough economic times. We talk with Blake Mycoskie, founder of TOMS, who found success using a 'One for One' model; for every pair of TOMS shoes that's purchased, a second pair is given to a child in need somewhere in the world. We talk to Blake about the growth of the business, started just 5 years ago, and the lessons he's learned along the road to success.
Guests
Blake Mycoskie
Chief Shoe Giver, TOMS
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TOM's shoes are made in China. It would be great if the company could further its mission by employing workers who receive a living wage.
Peruvian Chocolate, La Orquidea, which i buy at Whole Foods, was started by another conscious capitalist. I met the founder at a Foodie tasting at the White Flint Whole Foods. She explained the story behind the chocolate and the social mission of the company. And the chocolate is amazing. They have a chocolate with quinoa!
Just thought other listeners would be interested in a local socially minded company.