Did you know that over 250,000 tons of textile waste are produced each year in Massachusetts alone? That’s 10x the weight of The Statue of Liberty! While this number is outrageously high, my guest this week is on a mission to change the trajectory of repurposing textiles.
I am joined by Mary Dimouro, Founder and Creator of On The Road Again Bags, LLC®. As a child, Mary learned how to sew from her mother, a well-known seamstress, and she always helped her with projects growing up. Now, On The Road Again Bags, founded in 2018, focuses on repurposing old materials and leftover scraps from the boating and trucking industry. Mary uses "deadstock," materials such as durable mesh, water-resistant fabric, and grommets, sitting in warehouses waiting to go to landfills to reuse and repurpose rather than using new materials.
During our conversation, Mary shares the importance of managing a healthy work-life balance and why practicing good time management is a vital skill set for any business owner. We also discuss the importance of practicing self-care and finding time to be in the present moment to avoid potential burnout.
Topics Discussed:
- The Dual-Purpose behind the name and brand
- Understanding demographics in your industry
- Acknowledging your accomplishments
- Pushing past your comfort zone
Connect with On The Road Again Bags:
- Website: https://www.ontheroadagainbags.com
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ontheroadagainbags
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ontheroadagain_official/
Additional Resources:
Contact On The Road Again Bags:
- Call: 978-302-7634
- Email: hello@ontheroadagainbags.com
- Address: 98 Sterling St, Clinton, MA 01510
Connect with Mark Condon:
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BostonsBestPodcast
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bostonsbest_podcast/
About Boston’s Best:
“Highlighting successful businesses in and around Boston, MA.”
Go behind the scenes with financial planner Mark Condon as he asks industry-leading experts to talk about their businesses throughout the state of Massachusetts.
Through each episode, Mark finds what sets these different businesses apart from their competition and how they rose above the inevitable challenges they faced along the way to their ultimate success.
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