What if you had a business that reduced waste and helped the environment? The Material Return in Morganton, NC is working to create a circular textile economy, taking back textile waste and turning it into new products. Bob Carswell, the Director of Research and Development for The Material Return, joins hosts Jeff Neuville and Gary Muller to discuss how his company works with manufacturers, brands, and consumers to keep waste from clogging our landfills. Plus we have an exciting edition of our Lightning Round and new small businesses you should be checking out. It’s all here on this month’s Entrepreneur Exchange on The MESH podcast network!
Helpful Links: Manufacturing Solutions Center, The Material Return, Smartwool Second Cut Project
Small Businesses of the Month: Recycling Group, Knob Creek Farms and Creamery Economy Candy
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