2009 January

Owl 100% Recycled Deluxe Compu-Backpack

January 17, 2009 By John Simonetta 11 Comments

As we predicted, it seems 2009 is becoming the year of the great green push in our industry. Leeds is again up front with a number of functional and stylist additions to their Owl line of 51% & 100% recycled material bags, portfolios and totes (see certificate from Leeds website).

Vegan, FSC, Fair Trade shoes

January 16, 2009 By Keith Rockmael Leave a Comment

A couple months ago while strolling or rather avoiding the Bay Bridge rush hour type traffic masses in the Green Festival we spotted a shoe company. No dahhling, we didn’t spy any sustainably made Manolo Blahnik pumps (we wish) but rather some shoes that caused a Chuck Taylor déjà vu. Even more than the shoe, [...]

Growing Entrepreneurship Among Networking Gurus in the Green Community

January 16, 2009 By Scott Cooney 3 Comments

A growing number of socialites are finding that running a networking event is not just a way to get the word out about their products, company or service, but rather a fantastic little side-gig!

When Bicyclists and Opportunity Collide: A Green Marketing Innovation

January 15, 2009 By Paul Smith 5 Comments

What do you get when you’re in a town where bike riders rack up 8 times the US national average for bike commuting? An opportunity. Ads On Bikes is a Portland, Oregon based company that may have hit on a phenomenal way to make companies, bikers, and the environment all happy.

Green at the Golf Course? (Well of course yes, but I mean stuff)

January 14, 2009 By John Simonetta 3 Comments

Take a look at this crazy use of recycled fabric that Norwood is now selling. Yes, that is a Wilson lightweight golf bag made from 100% recycled fabric. Norwood’s website boasts “eco-conscious golfers can feel confident with their game while helping the environment”.