Jul 19, 2017
In episode 71, Kestrel welcomes Gordon Seabury, the CEO of
Toad&Co
to the show. An outdoor industry lifestyle brand, Toad&Co has a
bold mission: “To lead with integrity and weave optimism into
everything they do; To create meaningful change through socially
and environmentally smart business; and To inspire people to live
their fullest lives”.
Toad&Co has a motto: “Dirty is the new clean. Wear more. Wash
less.”
Studies suggest that 58% of the energy and 45% of the water that
goes into a garment happens post-purchase, so we recommend that you
wear your clothing multiple times before washing to save on both
natural resources and prolong its life. -Toad&Co
Throughout this chat, Gordon shares insight on how Toad&Co
approaches the triple bottom line, when it comes to their materials
and the manufacturing throughout their supply chain. In 1997,
Toad&Co cofounded Planet Access Company (PAC) to positively
change the lives of adults with developmental disabilities by
providing them with job training and work opportunities.
Gordon explains how this project has evolved over the years, and
led to the creation of the Outdoor Access for All Tour in 2016. In
collaboration with the National Park Foundation and Wilderness
Inquiry, Toad&Co helped get 1,000 adults with disabilities into
national parks in 2016. For Gordon and Toad&Co, people are
simply integral to building a business not only their customers,
but their employees as well can feel proud to be part of.
Fabrics Gordon + Toad&Co have said NO to:
Rayon
Acrylic
Bamboo
Resources / Companies Gordon mentioned:
Renewal Workshop: Listen to our episode with their cofounder Nicole
Bassett.
Planet Access Company: a social enterprise that ships hundreds of
thousands of products each year, including those of Toad&Co.
Along the way, adults with disabilities ensure items are stored,
packaged and shipped properly.