StokedPlastics

Stoked to have Sam Louis at the Blue Earth Summit this week to connect with likeminded brands, companies, leaders and investors to solve the world most pressing climate issues! If you are attending please make sure to DM Sam!

StokedPlastics and I are extremely excited to announce that we have been selected to join 6 other epic outdoor industry founders/startups (BlackHeart Bike Company, Earthy, Geyser Systems, Native Campervans, Po Campo, ) to attend the invite only Outdoor Funding Summit hosted by ICELab @ Western happening in Crested Butte, Colorado a week from today!! The summit brings resources and opportunities together in Crested Butte, Colorado by connecting vetted investors and early-stage company founders who are seeking investment. Two days will be spent in the beautiful Gunnison Valley forging meaningful relationships and gaining cutting-edge industry insights from a lineup of guest speakers. We are stoked to be presenting to and meeting incredible investors, some leading angels, VCs and PE firms focused on the outdoors, including: Jesse Marble?– Wildwood Ventures Taylor Hanson?– Camano Capital Cory Finney?– Greater Colorado Venture Fund Andrew Luter?– Rio Chato Investments Douglas Campbell?– Investor Bill Mueller - Investor Chris Sword?– Investor Andris Zobs?– Gunnison River Partnership? Catherine Popper?– Investor D. Noah Eckhouse?– Investor Rich Johnson?– Investor Eoin Comerford?– Investor https://lnkd.in/dUh9yTkw

?? Retail: The Great Un-Boxing Packaging is a tangible extension of a brand's story. By adding elements that align with the brand's narrative into their packaging, retailers can forge a deep emotional connection with customers. The act of unboxing has transformed from simply opening a package into a thoughtfully curated experience that leaves a memorable impact. My personal top pick for a curated, extremely “happy” unboxing is The Mad Optimist by Soapy Soap Company. Not only are the founders some of the kindest people I have ever met, but they also understand that details and personal touch matter. I met them when they first started in Bloomington, IN, as recent IU grads. If you want to gift high quality vegan, eco-friendly soaps and bath salts to others or yourself, I highly recommend them. Regarding a mission-driven brand, James Merrill from Opolis Optics & StokedPlastics stands out. James has dedicated his life to making the earth a better place. One of these days, James, we will work together! My favorite casual clothing brand, Outerknown, is rooted in environmental #sustainability. Their packaging contains no plastics, only #biodegradable materials. Plus, their jumpsuits are amazingly comfortable! I would love to meet the folks behind this brand. ?? In conclusion, details matter—in how you make your products, their story, and you’re your packaging. It’s all an extension of your brand. The best part of my career is working with brands over the last couple of decades. From start-ups on #SharkTank to established retail brands, each has a unique narrative, and I am blessed to be a small part of their story! #BigBrands #CX #retail #Ecommerce #narrative #UPSCapital #DeliveryDefense #DeliverySolutions #Ware2Go

2 thrown out plastic bottles = 1 pair of Opolis Optics sunnies. ?? We're stoked to make high-quality, performance, recyclable plastic that's over 10x times more sustainable than current recyclability standards. ?? Check out our new website: https://lnkd.in/g86fuS7T #GreenBusiness #Sustainability #OutdoorIndustry #RecycledPlastic

Thanks for the amazing shoutout and support, Techstars!

We're stoked to share some exciting news on the horizon ?? Get ready to dive into our sustainable, circular mission at Opolis Optics and StokedPlastics with our founder James Merrill on @NPR. How I Built This with Guy Raz podcast with Gary Erikson, founder of Clif Bar. Stay tuned for Thursday's episode and join the clean vision, green revolution with us. ?? #npr #howibuiltthis #podcast

StokedPlastics is on the lookout for a Director of Partnerships who can help drive strategic growth within and beyond the Outdoor Industry. As the Director of Partnerships, you will spearhead the identification, negotiation, and closure of key partnerships while ensuring diligent lead generation and CRM management. Please note, Stoked is in the middle of the Techstars Los Angeles Accelerator and is looking for a self-starter and problem-solver who takes the initiative. If you might interested in joining our team, or know someone who does, please DM us. #hiring #startup

This is not an April fools. Wish me luck, and stay tuned for our episode. #howibuiltthis #smallbussiness #npr #oceanconservation #podcast

I never imagined that our journey to create a sustainable eyewear brand would revolutionize the plastic production and pollution supply chain. Through Opolis Optics , we - and by we, I mean all of YOU - have demonstrated that it’s not only possible to manufacture high-quality, durable eyewear with ocean waste, but that consumers actively seek and choose sustainably sourced products. With the official establishment of StokedPlastics , we’re excited to share our award-winning, patent-pending StokedPlastic? technology with other companies and brands committed to combating climate change and aiding communities most affected by plastic pollution. If you or someone you know would like to get involved or would like to learn more on please feel free and share this post or dm me! Thank you! James, Co-founder & CEO ?? Andrew Rurik & third shift https://lnkd.in/gVffgYFT #investing #entrepreneurs #smallbusiness #recycledmaterials #sustainability #circulareconomy #oceanconservation #fundraising

StokedPlastics is looking for impact investors who are willing to take risks and stand by the belief that there is still time to make a significant change through innovation, impact, and determination. With our award-winning and patent-pending StokedPlastic? IP, we can provide our StokedPlastic pellets to any entity seeking sustainable alternatives for their manufacturing processes. Our patentable formula and utility methods hold the potential to revolutionize the way plastic items are produced, shifting from virgin plastic to ocean-found plastic. Share this message and tag anyone who may be interested to learn more about our journey and the transformative work we aim to accomplish. Let's make a difference together James #impactinvesting #investing #oceanconservation #sustainability #plasticpollution #innovation #fundraising #raisingcapital #impact #impactinvestment