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How do you turn textile waste into a thriving fashion brand while raising four small children?

In this episode of Mission-Driven Founders, host Wanda Malhotra sits down with Allison Motoyama, the visionary behind Dona Bela Shreds. What started as a spark of inspiration during a trip to São Paulo, Brazil, has transformed into a powerhouse accessory brand that is saving the planet—one "shred" at a time.

Allison gets vulnerable about the "beautiful chaos" of being a mission-driven mompreneur. We dive deep into:

The Upcycling Revolution: How Allison transforms fashion industry "scraps" into stylish, eco-friendly necklaces and headbands.

From São Paulo to the U.S.: The story of how a visit to Brazil birthed a mission to reduce landfill waste.

The Mom-Founder Reality: A transparent look at scaling a business while raising four small children and managing a growing team.

The Power of Partnership: The vital role of a support system and how Allison’s husband helps anchor the business and the home.

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Connect with Dona Bela Shreds: donabelashreds.com

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