“Sustainability & Ethical Footwear Manufacturing” Lunch & Learn

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“Sustainability & Ethical Footwear Manufacturing” Lunch & Learn

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Sara Irvani, CEO of footwear brands Okabashi, Oka-B, and Third Oak, recently hosted a WIFI Lunch & Learn Webinar focused on the importance of sustainability and ethical footwear manufacturing. In this informative discussion, Sara discussed her company’s focus on sustainably-sourced, American made materials, the concept of closed-loop manufacturing, and the importance of sustainability to today’s consumer. Sara also shared her story and some key lessons learned from her success.

About Sara Irvani
Sara Irvani holds a bachelors degree in philosophy with high distinction honors from the University of Virginia, as well as a master’s degree in finance from the University of Cambridge. She holds an M.B.A. from INSEAD. She is fluent in English, German, French, and Farsi.

WIFI Lunch & Learn with Sara Irvani, CEO of Okabashi

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