In this insightful interview, Loren Stoddard discusses the complexities of supply chains in the chocolate industry, the impact of consumer awareness, and innovative solutions to combat child labor and unethical practices. Discover how education, regulation, and creative storytelling can drive positive change in global markets.
Keywords:
Supply Chain, Chocolate Industry, Child Labor, Consumer Awareness, Ethical Sourcing, Supply Chain Transparency, Sustainable Development, Global Trade, Food Industry, Social Responsibility, Stakeholder Prosperity Assurance, Enlightened Self-Interest, Supply Chain Transparency
- Supply chain management in chocolate industry
- Impact of consumer awareness on ethical sourcing
- Solutions to child labor and unethical practices in supply chains
Action items
- Hire B Global by Design to re-think your supply chain to make it more socially sustainable and productive
- Ask where your chocolate comes from and demand transparency
- Support brands that prioritize ethical sourcing
Advocate for regulations requiring origin labeling of products
Educate consumers about supply chain issues in everyday products
resources:
Veridicor - https://veridicor.com
Blood Diamond (Movie) - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0332379/
Caputo's Markets - https://caputos.com
Slavery Free Chocolate - https://slaveryfreechocolate.org
Mary's Meals - https://www.marysmeals.org
Keebler Elves (Fictional) - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Keebler
Blood Diamond (Documentary/Film) - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0332379/
content type
Cacao Suyo - Loren's favorite chocolate - https://cacaosuyo.pe/en/
Harkin Engel - https://www.slavefreechocolate.org/policy-initiatives-usa
guest links
LinkedIn - https://linkedin.com/in/lorenstoddard
Twitter - https://twitter.com/lorenstoddard
Website - https://veridicor.com
B Global by Design - www.bglobalxdesign.org
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