In this week’s episode, we feature Joe Whitten, the CEO and founder of Apparel Impact, a family- and veteran-owned textile recycling organization in Hooksett. Recently named Veteran-Owned Business of the Year by the NH district of the U.S. Small Business Administration, Joe discusses his mission to divert textile waste from landfills.
Throughout the conversation, Joe talks about how his military background played a crucial role in shaping his path as an entrepreneur. He also shares his excitement about their new “Team Impact” comic book aimed at educating the next generation on the importance of recycling clothing.
Apparel Impact is committed to making a positive impact on the environment through their recycling efforts. By doing so, they are working towards creating a more sustainable future for generations to come. Joe’s dedication to this cause, combined with his entrepreneurial spirit and military experience, has led to the success of Apparel Impact and its recognition as an industry leader.
Joe explains how he became interested in textile recycling after witnessing firsthand the negative effects that fast fashion was having on our planet. He realized that there had to be a better way to manage textile waste, and that’s when he founded Apparel Impact.
The organization collects clothing from various sources like donation centers, thrift stores and even retailers. Then they sort through it all and separate it into different types of fabrics like cotton, polyester or nylon. The sorted materials are then turned into new products like reusable bags or insulation for homes.
Joe believes that everyone can make a difference when it comes to reducing textile waste. That’s why he started Team Impact comic book series aimed at educating young people on why it’s important to recycle clothes instead of throwing them away.
In conclusion, Joe’s commitment to sustainability has led him down an exciting path as an entrepreneur. With Apparel Impact’s success and recognition by the U.S Small Business Administration as Veteran-Owned Business of the Year in NH district, we can expect great things from this family-owned textile recycling organization in Hooksett for years to come.