In this episode of the Green Business All-Star Podcast, we welcome Sira Dheshan Naidu, the co-founder of Disruptor London. Sira shares his journey from South Africa to becoming a pivotal force in the UK's health and beauty industry. Alongside Juan Jose Jimenez Anca, Sira founded Disruptor London in 2021 with a mission to revolutionize the sector through sustainable practices and innovative products.

Key Discussion Points:

• Introduction and Background:

  • Sira's journey from South Africa to the UK.

  • The founding of Disruptor London with Juan Jose Jimenez Anca.

  • The mission to create sustainable and innovative health and beauty products.

• Entrepreneurial Journey:

  • The unique blend of business acumen and ethical values.

  • Overcoming challenges in entrepreneurship with resilience and camaraderie.

  • The importance of support from fellow founders and regular meetups over wine.

• Business Accelerator Experience:

  • Participation in a business accelerator focused on hardware with the Central Research Laboratory in London.

  • Development of sustainable packaging solutions and the role of a supportive cohort.

• Company Vision and Mission:

  • Disruptor London's focus on multifunctional plastic-free products.

  • Advocacy for gender-neutral beauty solutions.

  • Redefining ethical luxury through quality, sustainability, and consumer education.

LINKS:

https://disruptor.london/uk

CONTACT INFO:

LinkedIn

Instagram

In this episode, Anne explores the topic of sustainable product development. She discusses examples from previous episodes where entrepreneurs have either started from scratch or innovated existing products to create more sustainable alternatives. Anne emphasizes the importance of finding a demand for the product and improving upon existing options. She also provides tips for developing sustainable products, such as researching what's selling on platforms like Amazon and considering non-plastic alternatives for manufacturing materials.

Key Takeaways:

• Sustainable product development involves either starting from scratch or innovating existing products to create more sustainable alternatives.
• It is important to find a demand for the product and improve upon existing options.
• Research what's selling on platforms like Amazon and pay attention to customer feedback to identify areas for improvement.
• Consider using non-plastic alternatives such as aluminum, steel, or biodegradable options for materials.

Question? Comments? Email Anne at anne@greenbizpod.com

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In this solo episode, I discuss the idea of environmental consulting and its various subtypes, drawing inspiration from previous podcast episodes. I explore the concept of eco-friendly consulting, sustainability consulting, waste management consulting, healthy soil consulting, green certification consultancy, and sustainable supply chain consultancy. The importance of niche specialization is emphasized, and the potential for making a positive impact on the planet while sustaining a comfortable lifestyle.

The concept of environmental consulting encompasses various subtypes, including eco-friendly consulting, sustainability consulting, waste management consulting, healthy soil consulting, green certification consultancy, and sustainable supply chain consultancy.

Niche specialization is crucial for success in environmental consulting, allowing businesses to focus on specific areas and make a positive impact on the planet while sustaining a comfortable lifestyle.

The podcast aims to inspire individuals to start, work for, or implement green business ideas into their existing businesses, promoting sustainability and environmental consciousness.

Types of Green Business Consultant Services:

• Eco-Friendly Consulting:

  • Help businesses adapt sustainable practices to reduce their environmental footprint.
  • Inspired by Fedia Korbatov of Baba Bags (Episode 1: The Path to Sustainable Entrepreneurship).

• Eco-Conscious Business Consulting:

  • Offer services to help businesses implement sustainable practices from waste reduction to sourcing eco-friendly materials.
  • Insights from Matthew Stillman of Primal Derma Skincare (Episode 12: Ancient Traditions Meet Modern Sustainability).

• Sustainability Consulting for Startups:

  • Guide startups in incorporating sustainable practices in their product design and packaging.
  • Lessons from Eleanor Isath of Milk Innovation Lab and Bee Worm (Episode 14: Making Products Disappear).

• Green Business Consulting:

  • Assist businesses in transitioning to sustainable practices and creating impactful green marketing strategies.
  • Learnings from Maria Sabrion of Terra Seed (Episode 13: Creating Ethical and Sustainable Vegan Supplements).

• Waste Management Consulting:

  • Provide strategies for effective waste management and minimization for businesses and municipalities.
  • Insights from Joel Tosh of CleanHub (Episode 15: Scalable Solutions to Plastic Pollution).

• Waste Minimization Consulting:

  • Help businesses minimize waste in their production processes, aiming for zero waste.
  • Inspired by the sustainable journey of Kind Cup (Episode 3: Innovation and Adding Value).

• Healthy Soil Consulting Services:

  • Improve soil health using organic matter and sustainable practices.
  • Ideas from Greg Peterson, the urban farmer (Episode 5: The Business of Urban Farming).

• Green Certification Consultancy:

  • Assist businesses in achieving rigorous green certifications, ensuring genuine and verifiable sustainability claims.
  • Examples include certifications like B Corp, FSC, and carbon neutrality, inspired by episodes featuring Elate Cosmetics and Plain Products.

• Sustainable Supply Chains Consultant:

  • Help companies find truly sustainable ingredients and materials for their products.

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