In this episode of Products With Purpose, Eli spoke with Elias Stahl CEO and Co-Founder of HILOS

HILOS is a design, development, and infinite restock platform enabling brands to launch 3D-printed footwear lines without inventory or waste, pioneering the first commercially scaled use of 3D printing technology for on-demand footwear.

Elias founded HILOS from an ambition to change the way the world makes to allow for a creative economy without waste. Prior to HILOS, Elias served in the Israeli special forces, worked on urban policy while at the National League of Cities, and helped Fortune 50 brands leverage their influence for social impact as VP of Product at Handshake. Elias holds an MA from Johns Hopkins University and a BA from the University of Toronto, is an avid history nerd, casual swing dancer, and an amateur distiller.

Some of the highlights from this episode:

• How we can innovate to reduce overproduction and waste in fashion
• How local on-demand production can foster sustainable growth and community resilience
• How technology can unite craft and efficiency, bringing joy back to manufacturing
• Nurturing talent over hiring solely for experience in startups
• How embracing change can lead to opportunities during times of crisis

Make sure to stay until the end to hear Elias’s book recommendation, and something forward-looking that he’s optimistic about right now!

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-Relevant Links-

• Elias's LinkedIn
• HILOS

-Episode’s Recommended Read-

• The Art of Loving by Erich Fromm
• Longpath: Becoming the Great Ancestors Our Future Needs – An Antidote for Short-Termism by Ari Wallach
• Emotional Intelligence by Daniel Goleman

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In this episode of Products With Purpose, Eli spoke with Sandra D'Souza Founder and CEO of Ellect

Ellect is focused on helping businesses to achieve their ESG Goals in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Ellect is a platform dedicated to empowering companies to create a more inclusive and diverse workplace.

Over the last 20 years or so, Sandra D’Souza has been advocating for gender equality and women in business as well as building her expertise in all aspects of business from finance, operations, technology, marketing, and sales. The acquisition of Curate Bee Digital has allowed her to pursue her interest in Gender Equality by creating Ellect…

Some of the highlights from this episode:

• How we can ignite change through purpose-aligned action
• How we can find fulfillment in products with a positive impact
• How we can boost well-being with purpose-driven entrepreneurship
• Unlocking potential by leveraging unique strengths
• Fostering meaningful connections through purposeful relationships

Make sure to stay until the end to hear Sandra’s book recommendation and something forward-looking that she’s optimistic about right now!

We hope you love this episode! If you do, please take time to share this with someone you think would be inspired by it!

-Relevant Links-

• Sandra's LinkedIn
• Ellect

-Episode’s Recommended Read-

• From Bias to Equality: How business leaders can drive innovation, success and profitability by embracing true gender balance by Sandra D'Souza

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In this episode of Products With Purpose, Eli spoke with Leon Farrant Chief Executive Officer & Co-Founder of Green Li-ion

Green Li-ion is a leading provider of lithium-ion battery recycling technology producing innovative modular hardware solutions that efficiently convert spent batteries into battery-grade cathode material, at an industrial scale, that’s ready to be seamlessly integrated into manufacturing processes.

With 15+ years of strategic leadership in the energy and service sectors, Leon is known for his ability to build consensus, his vision, and his rigor. He has expertise in strategy development for start-ups and established businesses, as well as global leadership and executive management. He excels in building high-performing teams with ethical business practices.

Some of the highlights from this episode:

• Creating a sustainable future by recycling lithium-ion batteries
• How we can bridge the gap in battery recycling technology
• Reducing carbon footprints by processing battery waste locally
• How we can enhance profitability for battery recyclers with innovative technology
• How we can track and remanufacture battery material for a circular economy

Make sure to stay until the end to hear Leon’s book recommendation and something forward-looking that he’s optimistic about right now!

We hope you love this episode! If you do, please take time to share this with someone you think would be inspired by it!

-Relevant Links-

• Leon's LinkedIn
• Green Li-ion

-Episode’s Recommended Read-

• The War of Art: Break Through the Blocks and Win Your Inner Creative Battles by Steven Pressfield

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