Mariama Camara: Beauty Brand Addressing the Industry’s Sustainability Challenge

Nov 08, 2023 Posted by: Anushree Nande Mariama Camara,  NY,  SDG 12,  USA

Mariama: Thanks for having me, Spiffy! KANAFRIK addresses the beauty industry’s sustainability challenges. We are empowering women producers and local farmers to reduce plastic waste through reusable bags and pouches. We uphold fair trade, offer refills, and provide clean beauty products that benefit both people and our planet. As Africa’s first sustainable and zero waste store, we craft clean products using 100% natural ingredients sourced from the African continent, offering the world a chance to experience the essence of Africa through our exquisite collection—suitable for all genders, skin tones, and hair types. Our products are available in New York City and Côte D’Ivoire. KANAFRIK is an inclusive brand.

Dylan Gambardella: Empowering the Next Generation to Own Their Dream Careers

Nov 07, 2023 Posted by: Anushree Nande Dylan Gambardella,  NY,  SDG 8,  USA

Dylan: Thanks for having me, Spiffy! We are on a mission to empower the next generation to own their careers. We believe everyone has the power to succeed at work and in life. We build tools to serve individuals in their career journeys.

Claudia Herbert Colfer: Helping Companies Build Robust Sustainability Strategies

Nov 06, 2023 Posted by: Sujit Kunte All SDGs,  Claudia Herbert Colfer,  NY,  USA

Claudia: Thanks for having me, Spiffy. Our world grapples with a spectrum of challenges, spanning from pressing environmental concerns like climate change to critical social issues such as lack of quality education. Overcoming these hurdles needs active engagement from all stakeholders, with the private sector assuming a pivotal role. UNGC Network USA proudly serves as the US chapter of UNGC, the world's largest corporate sustainability initiative. At UNGC Network USA, I not only foster meaningful connections between American enterprises and the United Nations but I also help companies establish more robust sustainability strategies to overcome our world's most pressing challenges.