Best Marc Rhodes Podcasts (2025)

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Ep. 52- “Building a Seven-Figure Haircare Brand Rooted in Sustainable Ingredients, Packaging & Community (without Amazon)” with Kate Assaraf, CEO and Founder, DIP Hair Care 57:52

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In this engaging conversation, Megan Young Gamble interviews Kate Assaraf, founder of Dip Haircare, a sustainable haircare brand that emphasizes community, effective products, and a commitment toward reducing plastic waste. Kate shares her journey of creating Dip from a personal need for sustainable haircare, the importance of understanding true su…

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Ep. 51- “Inside MakeUp in New York: Day 2-Packaging & Sustainability” with Megan Young Gamble 36:41

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In this episode of Product & Packaging Powerhouse, host Megan Young Gamble recaps her experience at Makeup in New York 2025, from day 1 and this episode focusing on day two themes of packaging innovation, sustainability, and beauty tech. She shares actionable insights from industry panels including advances in sustainable packaging (like APC Packag…

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Ep. 50- “Inside MakeUp in New York: Day 1 - Innovation and Tech” with Megan Young Gamble 52:11

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In this special episode on the Product & Packaging Powerhouse, host Megan Young Gamble recaps her first postpartum event at Makeup in New York 2025, sharing personal insights on overcoming mom guilt and traveling for work. She highlights major trends and innovations she discovered on day one, including Korean skincare (K-Beauty), with an emphasis o…

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Ep. 49- “The Truth About Stress, Skincare, and Your Immune System” with Dr. Ebru Karpuzoglu, Immunologist and founder of AveSeena and ChicScience Labs 58:25

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In this episode of the Product & Packaging Powerhouse, host Megan Young Gamble sits down with Dr. Ebru Karpuzoglu, an immunologist, molecular medicine expert, wellness coach, and founder of AveSeena and ChicScience Labs. Dr. Ebru explains the critical impact of stress and inflammation, especially “inflammaging” on skin health, and why acute inflamm…

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Ep. 48- “Roundtable: Packaging, Plastics & Platforms toward Circular Economy” with Emily Anne Friedman (Recycled Plastics Editor, ICIS), Ryan Fox (Packaging Analyst, Bloomberg Intelligence) and Nicole ... 1:06:56

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In this special roundtable episode of the Product and Packaging Powerhouse, host Megan Young Gamble sat down with industry experts Emily Anne Friedman (Recycled Plastics Editor, ICIS), and Ryan Fox (Packaging Analyst, Bloomberg Intelligence) and Nicole Toole (Founder of ECGO) to unpack definitions of sustainability, the impact of data and technolog…

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Ep. 47- “The ABCs of Partnerships through Access & Business Certifications” with Marc Winston, Senior Director at National Minority Supplier Development Council Inc.® (NMSDC®) and the President and CEO ... 1:00:25

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In this episode of the Product & Packaging Powerhouse, host Megan Young Gamble reconnects with longtime friend Marc Winston, Senior Director at National Minority Supplier Development Council Inc.® (NMSDC®) and the President and CEO of Marc Winston Enterprises. Marc and Megan reminisce on growing up in Little Rock, Arkansas, along with Marc’s journe…

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Ep. 46- “Family First: Crafting a Business Legacy Together” with Megan Young Gamble, PMP®, Chief Project Officer @ GLC and Brandon Gamble, CEO of Pallet Pros 40:48

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In this episode of "Product & Packaging Powerhouse," host Megan Young Gamble has a heartfelt conversation with her husband and business partner, Brandon Gamble, CEO of Pallet Pros and Pallet Pros Academy. They discuss building a business legacy together, balancing entrepreneurship with new parenthood, and the realities of running two companies as a…

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Ep. 45 - "What Compostable Packaging Really Means?” with Rhodes Yepsen, Executive Director of Biodegradable Products Institute (BPI) 53:57

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In the "Product & Packaging Powerhouse" Megan Young Gamble speaks with Rhodes Yepsen, Executive Director of Biodegradable Products Institute (BPI )to break down the differences between compostable and biodegradable packaging, the importance of clear certification, and how labeling and policy can help fight greenwashing. Rhodes shares his unique jou…

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Ep. 44 - "Going into THRIVING TWOS of the podcast” with Megan Young Gamble, PMP®, Chief Project Officer @ GLC 23:13

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In this special solo episode of "Product & Packaging Powerhouse," host Megan Young Gamble reflects on reaching the second anniversary of the show. She shares transparent insights into the evolution of the podcast, lessons learned, and the major themes that have emerged, especially prestige products, sustainability, and the importance of community. …

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Ep. 43 - "Shipping, Sustainability & Software Solutions for Global Growth” with Imtiaz kermali, VP of Sales & Marketing at eShipper 58:37

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In the "Product & Packaging Powerhouse" Megan Young Gamble interviews Imtiaz Kermali, VP of Sales and Marketing at eShipper, to talk all things logistics for CPG and e-commerce brands. Imtiaz shares insights from his 17+ year career, highlighting why logistics strategy should be prioritized early in the product journey, not as an afterthought. He e…

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Ep. 42 - "The Beauty of Data Driven Digital Marketing” with Viola Ekene, CEO and Lead Strategist @ Social Butterfly Haven 57:36

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In the "Product & Packaging Powerhouse" Megan Young Gamble interviews international digital marketing strategist and beauty tech enthusiast Viola Ekene. Viola shares her journey from radio presenter to founder of Social Butterfly Haven, a digital marketing agency specializing in beauty and wellness brands. They cover the evolution and fundamentals …

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Ep. 41 - "WTF! What the TariFfs! pt2 ” with Megan Young Gamble, PMP®, Chief Project Officer @ GLC 17:22

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In this episode of "Product & Packaging Powerhouse," host Megan Young Gamble continues her "WTF! What the TariFfs!" series, discussing the recent and significant impacts of US-imposed tariffs (especially under the Trump administration) on packaging and product costs for beauty, health, and wellness brands. She discusses how increased tariffs on mat…

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Ep. 40 - "The Power of Formula Ownership” with Cynthia Johnson, Founder and CEO of Cindy J Cosmetic Labs, LLC 57:36

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In the "Product & Packaging Powerhouse" Megan Young Gamble interviews powerhouse guest Cynthia Johnson, Founder and CEO of Cindy J Cosmetic Labs, LLC, who breaks down the power and importance of owning your own cosmetic formulation, both for legacy and legal reasons. Cynthia shares her journey into cosmetic science, the benefits of custom formulati…

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Ep. 39 - "WTF! What the TariFfs! pt1 ” with Megan Young Gamble, PMP®, Chief Project Officer @ GLC 40:04

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In this episode of "Product & Packaging Powerhouse," host Megan Young Gamble returns from maternity leave for her first episode with her baby daughter Amaiyah as her co-host. She dives into how the rising tariffs, particularly under President Trump’s administration, are massively impacting the cost and availability of goods, especially in the beaut…

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Ep. 38 - "Are Labels Really Sustainable?” with Christopher Doerr, President of Validators 59:19

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In the "Product & Packaging Powerhouse" episode featuring Megan Young Gamble and powerhouse guest Chris Doerr, conversation explores sustainable labeling and packaging technologies. With over thirty years of experience, Chris shares insights on the various types of labels and the shift to sustainable practices. He emphasizes the importance of recyc…

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Ep. 37 - "Packaging Challenges around Sustainability, Technology and Regulations” with Brandon Frank, CEO of Pacific Packaging Components 1:01:03

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In this episode of Product & Packaging Powerhouse, host Megan Young Gamble along with guests Brandon Frank, CEO of Pacific Packaging Components, discusses the intersections of packaging, technology, and sustainability. Brandon shares insights on the challenges and changes within the packaging industry, emphasizing the importance of collaboration ac…

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Ep. 36 - "Marketing & Growth Strategies in the Spirits Industry” with Lazar Favors, CEO of Black Spirits Legacy 1:01:06

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In this episode of Product & Packaging Powerhouse, host Megan Young Gamble interviews Lazar Favors, the CEO of Black Spirits Legacy. Lazar discusses the importance of building a strong consumer base in the spirits industry, emphasizing the power of word-of-mouth and relationship-building. He shares his journey of promoting black-owned spirit brands…

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Ep. 35 - "Impact of DE&I Initiatives in Retail and Beauty” with Megan Young Gamble, PMP®, Chief Project Officer @ GLC 46:40

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In this episode of "Product & Packaging Powerhouse," host Megan Young Gamble discusses the impact of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives in the retail and beauty industries. She explains the shifts in DEI strategies among major retailers with the new presidential administration, highlighting companies that are pulling back on initiat…

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Ep. 34 - "Trends & Transitions Part 2: Beauty and formulation trends” with Megan Young Gamble, PMP®, Chief Project Officer @ GLC 29:26

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In this episode of "Product & Packaging Powerhouse," host Megan Young Gamble discusses 2025 trends and transitions in product development and packaging, especially in the beauty industry. Emphasizing hyper personalization and prejuvenation, Megan highlights how biotechnology and advanced technology are reshaping personalized beauty and skincare. Sh…

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Ep. 33 - "Kickoff 2025 Trends & Transitions Pt 1” with Megan Young Gamble, PMP®, Chief Project Officer @ GLC 32:58

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In this episode of "Product & Packaging Powerhouse," host Megan Young Gamble kicks off 2025, highlighting key trends in beauty and packaging, and her personal and business transitions. She reflects on her journey with the podcast, mentioning how it's part of expanding her company, GLC, into a media division. Megan announces a new company objective …

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Ep. 32 - "How Connected Packaging Shapes Sustainability and Traceability” with John Dwyer, Smart Packaging Expert at Smurfit Westrock & Maurizio Carano, Innovation & Marketing Director IML @ MCC Label ... 57:08

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In this episode of Product & Packaging Powerhouse, host Megan Young Gamble along with guests John Dwyer and Maurizio Carano discuss the evolving landscape of packaging, focusing on essential functions like product protection, aesthetics, sustainability, and traceability. They explore connected packaging, serialization for anti-counterfeiting, and t…

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Ep. 122: Tide comes in...tide goes out 52:58

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By Rich Tretheway and Marc Scortino

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Ep. 31- "Celebrating International Project Management Day" with Megan Young Gamble, PMP®, Chief Project Officer @ GLC 48:52

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In this episode of "Product & Packaging Powerhouse," host Megan Young Gamble celebrates International Project Management Day by highlighting the crucial work that project managers bring to various industries, particularly in packaging and beauty. She takes listeners through her day-to-day experiences, managing everything from packaging testing to a…

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In Memory of Jack Lynch- from 8/31/22 1:13:44

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By Rich Tretheway and Marc Scortino

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Ep. 30- "Why Textured HairCare needs Attention" with Megan Young Gamble, PMP®, Chief Project Officer @ GLC 32:06

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In this episode of "Product & Packaging Powerhouse," host Megan Young Gamble talks about the importance of textured hair care and education from both consumer and industry perspectives. She shares her personal experiences as a black woman with textured hair, highlighting the cultural significance and evolving market for textured hair care products.…

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Ep. 121: Marc Douglas Berardo- A Block Island Troubador 1:22:00

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Ep. 29- "When to Optimize Your Packaging" with Dustin Smith, Co-Founder and CEO of Boldtsmith Packaging Consultants 53:32

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In this episode of "Product & Packaging Powerhouse," host Megan Young Gamble interviews Dustin Smith, the CEO and co-founder of BoldtSmith Packaging Consultants. They discuss the evolution of packaging solutions, emphasizing the importance of data-driven decisions for optimizing packaging, reducing costs, and improving sustainability. Dustin shares…

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Ep.120: Debbie Howarth- The Finn's Family 1:16:04

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By Rich Tretheway and Marc Scortino

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Ep. 119: Cindy Pappas- Love At First Sight 1:12:26

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[Special] LIVE Podcast Celebration Part 1 with Megan Young Gamble, Host @ Product and Packaging Powerhouse Podcast, PMP®, Chief Project Officer @ GLC 53:36

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In this special one-year anniversary episode of the Product and Packaging Powerhouse podcast, host Megan Young Gamble reflects on the podcast's journey, celebrating its launch and success. Joined by powerhouse guests, the episode explores the world of product development and packaging, with insights from industry experts on building successful bran…

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[Special] LIVE Podcast Celebration Part 2 with Megan Young Gamble, Host @ Product and Packaging Powerhouse Podcast, PMP®, Chief Project Officer @ GLC 1:19:29

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This episode marks a significant milestone as we celebrate the one-year anniversary of the Product and Packaging Powerhouse podcast. Host Megan Young Gamble reflects on the journey, emphasizing the podcast's impact with over 5,000 downloads, primarily from the US, UK, and Spain. The episode features powerhouse guests discussing key industry insight…

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Ep. 118: Marilyn Bogdanfy- The Island Artist 1:12:58

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By Rich Tretheway and Marc Scortino

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Ep. 28 - “Intersection of Business & Marriage” with Megan Young Gamble, PMP®, Chief Project Officer @ GLC and Brandon Gamble, CEO of Pallet Pros 1:11:26

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In this episode of "Product & Packaging Powerhouse," host Megan Young Gamble joins her Husband and Business Partner, Brandon Gamble, discussing the intersection of business and marriage, operating two full time businesses under one household. They emphasize the importance of education, relationship-building, and hard work in entrepreneurship, shari…

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Ep. 117: Harold Hatfield- Turtle 1:40:00

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By Rich Tretheway and Marc Scortino

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Ep. 27 - “8 Reflections of Starting the Podcast” with Megan Young Gamble, PMP®, Chief Project Officer @ GLC 36:11

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In this episode Megan reflects on her podcast journey, emphasizing the importance of community, learning from mistakes, and being unapologetically authentic. She acknowledges her team's support, shares personal stories, and encourages listeners to engage with the podcast. [Megan Young Gamble Links] Product & Packaging Powerhouse™ LIVE Celebration o…

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Ep. 116: Judy Gray- The Rising Of The Tide 1:38:04

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Ep. 115: Rich Tretheway- One Man's Rich Island Life 1:23:28

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Ep. 114: Charlie Dodge- Shocking Stories 1:15:08

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Ep. 26 - “Sustainability and Cost-Effective Measures in Packaging and Product Development" - Michael Houston, Packaging Sustainability Consultant and Entrepreneur 55:00

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In this episode of "Product & Packaging Powerhouse," host Megan Young Gamble and Guest Michael Houston, a packaging sustainability consultant and creator of the Shower Pouch, discuss sustainable packaging, emphasizing the importance of durable and recyclable materials. He discusses the circular economy, consumer education, and the need for brands t…

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Ep. 113: Marty Milner- Don of the Moped Mafia 1:27:48

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By Rich Tretheway and Marc Scortino

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Ep. 25 - "Future of Logistics: OmniChannel Strategies & Benefits Importing through Canada" Roxann Sinclair and Amanda Martyniuk, eShipper 1:00:29

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In this episode of "Product & Packaging Powerhouse," host Megan Young Gamble discusses various aspects of logistics, e-commerce, and customer experience with guests Roxann Sinclair and Amanda Martyniuk from eShipper. They cover topics such as the impact of Amazon Logistics in Canada, integrating the online and in-store shopping experience, personal…

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Ep. 112: Tom Mather- Tick Talk 1:30:42

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By Rich Tretheway and Marc Scortino

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Ep. 24 - "Empowering Women in the World of Packaging + Benefits of IOPP" Jane Chase, Executive Director, IoPP 45:42

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In this episode of "Product & Packaging Powerhouse," host Megan Young Gamble and Powerhouse Guest, Jane Chase discuss the importance of packaging and its impact on the industry. Jane, Executive director of Institute of Packaging Professionals (IoPP), discusses the crucial role of packaging, and the benefits of IoPP membership, including networking,…

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Ep. 111: MaxiPod #2 58:42

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By Rich Tretheway and Marc Scortino

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Ep. 110: Alan McKay- Another Silver Fox 1:18:59

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By Rich Tretheway and Marc Scortino

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Ep. 23- "Packaging Design, Influence, & Integrity" Vicki Strull, Founder, Vicki Strull Design 36:08

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In this episode of Product & Packaging Powerhouse, Megan interviews Vicki Strull, a packaging and design consultant with over 25 years of experience. Vicki discusses her career journey and expertise in print and digital design in the packaging world. They discuss the evolution of technology in packaging and misconceptions about packaging design. Vi…

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Ep. 109: John Breunig- Water Water Everywhere... 1:19:24

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By Rich Tretheway and Marc Scortino

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Ep. 22- "The Circular Economy in Packaging: Local Challenges and Global Collaboration" Julia Willsie, Senior Sales Executive with Mill Rock Packaging 47:06

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In this episode of Product & Packaging Powerhouse, host Megan Young Gamble interviews Julia Willsie, Senior Sales Executive with Mill Rock Packaging. Julia Willsie discusses the importance of regional innovation in packaging and the circular economy, emphasizing the need for sustainable and intentional design. The conversation touches on recycling …

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Ep. 108: Marc Scortino- Who's Got A Spare Pool House? 1:20:00

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By Rich Tretheway and Marc Scortino

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Ep. 21 - “Creating a Sustainable Skincare Collection" Carolina Lopez, Founder & CEO of BEJOU Skincare 57:51

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In this episode of Product and Packaging Powerhouse, Megan Young Gamble interviews Carolina Lopez, CEO and founder of BEJOU Skincare. Carolina shares her inspiring journey from engineering to clean beauty entrepreneurship, emphasizing sustainability, mental wellness, and overcoming challenges with manufacturers. They discuss the importance of reduc…