Molly Hemstreet

Molly Hemstreet, cofounder of the Industrial Commons and a sustainable textile entrepreneur, is on a mission to rebuild rural economies in southern Appalachia. She shares her revolutionary approach to addressing generational poverty by transforming textile waste into valuable yarn. Instead of relying on handouts, Molly emphasizes empowering factory workers to become business owners. Her innovative strategies highlight community collaboration and sustainable practices, proving that economic resilience can flourish through worker ownership and interconnected support networks.