Episode #73: Branding Together: The Importance of Transparent Supply Chains, Featuring Atlantis Headwear
Date: January 26, 2026
Duration: 27:49
Join in a bonus episode of Branding Together, where co-hosts Cassie Green and Theresa Hegel discuss sustainability in the apparel industry with Elisa Pavan, sustainability manager at Atlantis Headwear. They explore the importance of transparency, the challenges of sustainable practices, and the future of sustainability in apparel.
Pavan shares her journey into sustainability, defining it as making long-term decisions that consider environmental impact. The conversation emphasizes the need for data-driven approaches to sustainability and the importance of creating durable products. They also touch on the role of sustainability in merchandising and the hope for a future where impact is prioritized over mere performance.
Key Takeaways – Transparent Supply Chains
- Sustainability is about making long-term decisions.
- Transparency is crucial to combat greenwashing.
- The impact of choices should be prioritized over performance.
Branding Together Bonus Episode Time Stamps
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- January 2026: Unveiling Our Special Merch Project, With Stanley/Stella
- December 2025: Industry Wins, Holiday Rapid Fire, and What’s to Come in 2026
- November 2025: The Rise of Custom Packaging in Print and Promo
- Bonus Episode: Reflections on M&A Activity with Rusty Pepper
- October 2025: Designing Impactful Merch with Jeremy Picker
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