In this episode of Act to Impact, Brandi DeVries welcomes Parker Brook, founder of Lovebird Foods, a purpose-driven cereal company committed to clean ingredients and fighting childhood cancer. Parker shares his inspiring journey from leaving a corporate career to building a brand that balances profit with purpose.
They discuss the challenges of starting a mission-driven business, how parenthood deepens empathy and influences decisions, and why giving back is at the heart of Lovebird Foods. With 20% of profits donated to childhood cancer research, Parker proves that businesses can be a force for good.
The conversation wraps up with a call to action—reminding listeners that every journey starts with a single step and that even small decisions, like choosing what to buy, can create meaningful change.
What You'll Learn in This Episode:
✅ Why Parker left the corporate world to launch Lovebird Foods.
✅ How clean ingredients and health-conscious choices can make a difference.
✅ The importance of balancing profit with purpose in business.
✅ How parenthood enhances empathy and fuels mission-driven decisions.
✅ The power of small businesses in driving meaningful change.
✅ How voting with your dollar can reshape the food industry.
✅ The real-world impact of Lovebird’s donations to childhood cancer research.
Ways to Take Action:
🔥 Take action today! Support purpose-driven businesses, consider where your money goes, and find ways to make an impact in your community.
🌟 Follow & Support Lovebird Foods
💛 Are you inspired to take action? Take action and make an impact on a child affected by childhood cancer. Support the much-needed funding for childhood cancer by making a donation NOW to CCRF!
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Hosted by Brandi DeVries: Advocate, fundraiser, and Mrs. Minnesota International 2025.
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