Moxie Podcast

Confession time—we meant to bring you this episode back in September, but life had other plans. So, if you hear us talking about September, just roll with it! This December, we’re diving deep into social impact, exploring the stories, struggles, and triumphs of those making a difference in the world. In this episode I sit down with Chris, a passionate advocate for fair trade and ethical consumerism, to talk about his journey, insights on greenwashing and fairwashing, and advice for navigating today’s complex marketplace as an ethical business. 00:00 - Introduction   More about our guest today Chris has dedicated his career to strengthening fair trade businesses and advancing the goals of the larger fair trade movement. As Executive Director, Chris leads the strategic, administrative, and programmatic aspects of the Fair Trade Federation. Prior to joining the FTF in 2016, Chris spent ten years with Ten Thousand Villages US, focused on sales training, event facilitation, and board development. He has served