Disruptors for GOOD | Social Entrepreneurs and Social Enterprises

One-on-one interview with Heather Mcdougall, co-founder and CEO of the sustainable toothbrush company Bogobrush.

Show Notes

Heather Mcdougall is the co-founder and CEO of the sustainable toothbrush company Bogobrush. BogoBrush is rethinking the toothbrush with a sustainable and eco-designed toothbrushes made entirely in the USA. The plastics in almost all toothbrushes are non-recyclable, meaning over 450 million toothbrushes a year in the U.S. alone end up in landfills. These products are either bio-degradable or made from nearly 100% recycled plastic. When you’re done, throw them in your compost or recycle bin—and nature will do its thing. Heather has a degree in political science and communication and law degree from Mitchell Hamline School of Law. 

Topics we talk about:

  • Why think tanks are important for formulating your idea
  • Sustainable materials and sustainable design
  • Coffee waste, hemp waste, plastic waste, cotton waste
  • China manufacturing/supply chain vs US manufacturing/supply chain
  • Raising money for a socially conscious startup
  • Equity Crowdfunding vs Venture Capital
  • New Bogobrush products coming out

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What is Disruptors for GOOD | Social Entrepreneurs and Social Enterprises?

Disruptors for GOOD explores social entrepreneurship and social enterprises around the world who have dedicated their lives to ethical fashion, impact investing, climate change, sustainable travel, and businesses that impact the world in a positive way. The founder of Causeartist, Grant Trahant, does one-on-one interviews with some of the most creative and impactful startups and brands around the world.