Alex Nichols

Al Shariat, founder of a business selling ethically sourced coconut products, shares how a taste test ignited his entrepreneurial spirit after his work with the UNDP. He highlights the importance of partnering directly with farmers for fair pay and community development. Alex Nichols, a social entrepreneurship academic, contrasts fair trade and ethical sourcing, discussing their impacts on supply chains. Both delve into balancing commercial success with social missions, sharing stories of empowerment for farmers and innovative product development.