Business
In-depth show notes and links can be found on the Rise Leaders Radio episode page. My passion for gardening may strike some as selfish, or merely an act of resignation in the face of overwhelming problems that beset the world. It is neither. I have found that each garden is just what Voltaire proposed in Candide: a microcosm of a just and beautiful society. ”Andrew WeilOn Earth Day 2018 Lauren Clarke launched Turn Compost, Dallas’ first subscription composting service. Turn has experienced phenomenal growth, proving that it’s possible to run a profitable company that truly and clearly does good. In 18 months, Turn’s subscription service has grown to 17 zip codes in Dallas and 8 drop-off locations in the Dallas-Ft. Worth area. Revenues are up 648% comparing Q3 2018 to Q32019. Any start-up would love these numbers! Lauren shares some staggering statistics, both alarming and exciting, on the topic of foodwaste and the industry that’s growing around it. I predict we’ll be seeing more businesses sprouting up to address the plethora of possibilities.We will also hear Lauren’s advice about start-ups and the benefits of getting more connected to our sources for food.