#007: In this week’s episode of Please Advise, we talk to Aroa Alvarez, Co-founder of Trace Collective, a London-based sustainable clothing company that uses fashion and radical transparency as a tool for environmental regeneration. Aroa and Sam discuss all things from how brands can be more sustainable, regenerative agriculture to greenwashing and environment. You can find Aroa Alvarez on LinkedIn. You can find Trace Collective on Instagram and their website. And Trace Planet on their...

#006: In this week’s episode of Please Advise, we talk to Miguel Cerda, Founder of Father Obsidian, a hemp brand focused on making wellness more accessible for all communities. Miguel and Sam discuss why accessibility should be prioritized for wellness companies, the power of community, and the importance of customer-centricity. You can find Father Obsidian on Instagram, Twitter and their website. You can find Sam Ruiz on Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn and at Tgthr Collective. Episode edited...

#005: In this week’s episode of Please Advise, we sit down with Fresh Del Monte’s Sustainability Program Leader, Maeve Anderson. Maeve and Sam dive into all things climate action, sustainable agriculture, and the importance of collaboration for an effective sustainability program. You can find Maeve Anderson on LinkedIn. You can find Sam Ruiz on Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn and at Tgthr Collective. Episode edited by Inês Peixoto. Music: Rewind by Jay Someday

#004: In this week’s episode of Please Advise, we sit down with DE&I consultant and non-profit founder, Brandon Miller. Brandon and Sam discuss the importance of DE&I and how businesses and organizations should look to create partnerships to amplify their impact. If you’re a non-profit looking for guidance on how to work with brands or you’re a business wanting to have a bigger impact, this episode is for you. You can find Brandon Miller on LinkedIn, Instagram, Twitter, or on his...

#003: Kayla Castañeda, founder of agua frescas company Agua Bonita, joins us in this week’s episode of Please Advise. Kayla and Sam dive into the importance of diversity (and authenticity) in the food industry, fundraising, starting a sustainable food company, and much more. This is an episode you don’t want to miss. You can find Kayla Castañeda on LinkedIn. You can find Agua Bonita on LinkedIn, Instagram, their website, and Amazon. You can find Sam Ruiz on Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn and...

#002: In this week’s episode of Please Advise, we speak with Adela Cardona, the Responsibility Coordinator at Beckett Simonon. Adela shares her thoughts on intentional responsibility, how Beckett Simonon’s made-to-order model allows them to reduce their waste, and the importance of transparency. If you’re interested in learning more about building sustainable supply chains, this is an episode you won’t want to miss. You can find Adela Cardona on Instagram. You can find Beckett Simonon...

#001: While Pride month has come to an end, your support of the LGBTQ+ community should not. In this week’s episode we talk with Kedzie Teller, an activist for the LGBTQ+ community and expert comms strategist. He shares his thoughts on what companies should be doing to be a true ally (hint: it’s not changing your logo to a rainbow) and how businesses can transform their efforts to make a lasting impact. If you’re wondering how your business can better support and show up for the LGBTQ+...