The fashion industry has been increasingly focusing on sustainability and ethical practices, but achieving sustainability can be a complex task.
Welcome back to another episode of Good Smack for the Planet Podcast, with your host Cindy J. Lin joined by Holli Gibson, co-founder of Direct to Source, a company that specializes in sustainable and ethical apparel manufacturing located in Colorado and Guatemala. Holli shares her knowledge of the hurdles of sustainability in the fashion industry, the value of education, and the significance of responsible choices in manufacturing.
Listen in on this illuminating conversation to discover how Direct To Source plays a part in building a more sustainable future.
Highlights:
(00:18) Transparency in the Fashion Industry
(03:07) Direct to Source's Mission
(05:10) Building a sustainable factory with brand partners
(11:05) The Disconnect Between Brand Designers and Factory Workers
(12:09) Steps of apparel manufacturing and sourcing explained
(14:57) The Complexity of Sustainability and the Importance of Education
(19:32) The Impact of Offshoring on the Manufacturing and Retail Industry
(24:50) Sustainability and the issue of greenwashing
(27:35) Shifts in Production Trends for Brands
(28:56) Challenges and Prospects in Sustainable Fashion
(33:19) The role of data in the conversation between brands, consumers, and manufacturers
(36:20) Innovative Solutions for Sustainable Business Practices
(43:06) Managing a Factory during the Pandemic: A Story of worry and Resilience
Links:
Website: Direct Source
LinkedIn: Holli Gibson - Co-Founder - Direct To Source, LLC
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