Eco Fashion Hub
A one-stop shop for artisans and ethical fashion entrepreneurs to find practical and actionable steps to use fashion for social impact. Find inspiration, unique insights and tips to scale positive impact on people and planet. Find out more about my practice or how we can work together at www.anisajohnny.com and follow me on Instagram @anisajohnny.
Episodes
Meet Kathy Marshall Founder of Sabahar
What does it take to build a fashion business that truly values people, heritage and the planet? In this inspiring episode, Kathy Marshall, founder of Sabahar, shares how she pioneered eri silk production and helped transform Ethiopia's handloom weaving sector. Discover how this woman-owned social enterprise has spent more than two decades preserving traditional craftsmanship while creating fa
The Distance Travelled: Custodians of Craft
Koryo Badeweyo Campbell is the founder and curator behind The Distance Travelled, a Brixton-based store and storytelling platform. The stunning treasure-trove of artefacts from around the world also celebrates the founder’s British-African heritage and love of craft through thoughtfully curated collectable objects. Inspired by journeys across the world with a focus on the African continent, The Di
Africa In The Age of Disruption
Listen to Michelle Hadebe’s hope for the Africa Together 2026 conference taking place at the Cambridge Union from 22 to 24 May.A special conversation with Michelle Hadebe, Conference Chair for Africa Together 2026. Hosted by the Africa Association at Cambridge University. Over two days, the ATC 2026 has created a space for lively discussion, describing the conference as an opportunity for students
Exclusive! Two Ethical Brands From Tanzania Showcase in Singapore.
Learn how a dream opportunity at Eco Fashion Weekend Singapore put two Tanzanian designers on the global stageMeet Comfort Shangali Kenneth, who left corporate life behind to follow her passion for weaving. Inspired by a six-week course in Germany, she founded Weaving Point—a social enterprise producing traceable, zero-CO₂, 100% cotton handwoven garments while creating opportunities for marginalis
Meet Safia Minney, Founder of Indilisi
Learn how ethical fashion can support both people and the planet with Indilisi.This episode is a collaboration between Eco Fashion Weekend Singapore and Eco Fashion Hub. I urge you to listen in to my conversation with Sustainable Fashion Pioneer Safia Minney MBE, as we explore Indilisi’s approach to transparency, social impact, and community and ecosystem regeneration.The brand, a slow fashion col
Meet Clara Simanjuntak Founder of Nyana Nyana Eco Collective
Learn how to connect with sustainable fashion through community-led initiatives with Nyana Nyana Eco Collective. Based in Singapore, Nyana Nyana Eco Collective is a physical store and social enterprise curating like-minded brands and working with artisans to support traditional craft. The store that has a wide range of product categories focuses on brands that use natural dyes, plant-based fabrics
Meet Mahima Gujral Founder of SUI
Learn how to incorporate slow fashion into everyday dressing with SUI.Based in India and Singapore, SUI is a conscious fashion label focused on comfortable, versatile silhouettes. SUI means needle in Hindi. The collections are inspired by the connection between craft and nature, with designs to suit a wide range of women.In this episode, a collaboration between Eco Fashion Weekend Singapore and Ec
Meet Ju Husnee Founder of Concur Patchwork
Learn how fashion can create both environmental and social impact with Concur Patchwork.In this episode, a collaboration between Eco Fashion Weekend Singapore and Eco Fashion Hub, I speak to Ju Husnee, the designer behind Concur Patchwork, to understand their community-focused model, including employing women, providing skills training, and supporting livelihoods in Thailand’s Southern Border Prov
Meet Angeline Oei Designer & Founder of A.Oei Studio
The episode, a collaboration between Eco Fashion Weekend Singapore and Eco Fashion Hub, explores the studio’s approach to craftsmanship, longevity, and more considered fashion choices.Learn how to build a more thoughtful, long-lasting wardrobe with Angeline Oei, designer and founder of A.Oei Studio. This bespoke atelier is known for original, nature-inspired textile prints, paired with clean lines
Developing a Successful Clothes Swapping Solution with Raye Padit
Raye Padit is a Singapore-based fashion designer and circular fashion advocate dedicated to transforming how we produce, consume, and value clothing. The founder of The Fashion Pulpit, Raye, is a sustainable fashion pioneer, developing Singapore’s first retail space focused on clothing swapping and upcycling, which empowers communities to embrace more conscious fashion choices. Raye also co-founde
Plant-based Braiding Sourced From Africa with Jacqueline Shaw
Tune in for an inspiring conversation with Jacqueline Shaw, an entrepreneur, author, and sustainability trailblazer. Listen in to hear her powerful insights on ethical fashion, entrepreneurship, sustainability, and building global impact from Africa to the world. This is a conversation you won’t want to miss.As Director of Africa Fashion Guide and founder of Fashion Africa Trade Expo, Jacqueline h
Keith Recker On Indigo
Keith Recker is an eloquent speaker and colour expert. When Pantone announced the colour of the year as white, there was only one opinion I wanted to hear. He doesn’t pull punches. Listen to the episode that outlines Keith’s call to action to the design & colour community.Keith Recker is a renowned expert in colour, culture, and textiles with a distinguished background spanning luxury retail (
Circular Fashion Communication With Kay Liu
Kay Liu is a Lecturer in Sustainable Fashion on the MA Business and Practices at Kingston University, and a consultant specialising in sustainability and circularity in fashion. Her work focuses on developing practical, scalable solutions to textile waste for private clients.With a background in woven textile design, her career spans work with women-led artisan organisations in Nepal. HerMasters d
Leading Ethically In Sustainable Fashion Education: A Conversation With Dr Sass Brown
A designer & educator with global experience, Dr Brown developed and leads the Masters in Sustainable Fashion: Business & Practices at Kingston School of Art (Kingston University, UK). A pioneer of sustainable fashion. She describes herself as a writer, researcher, educator, activist, nomad, and designer writing about true luxury and artisan-made clothing and textiles. Her PhD is a seminal
From Rice Husks To Luxury Interiors: An Interview With Designer Aarushi Mittal
Aarushi Mittal founded Parali By Aarushi as part of her Master’s programme an innovative waste-reducing idea that has captured global attention. Her project debuted at Milan Design Week and won the Isola Design Award (Sustainable Category). Today, her India-based enterprise transforms agricultural waste into exquisite textiles for luxury interiors, all while tackling CO₂ emissions from stubble bur
A Short Story: How A Business Can Make A Home
Something new for the Eco Fashion Hub podcast. A short story narrated by Cassandra Postema, Designer and Founder of Emi & Eve. Learn about how the brand that designs jewellery made from repurposed wartime bullets was founded in Cambodia. Emi & Eve@Emiandeve
Meet Colour & Culture Expert Keith Recker
Keith Recker has built a stellar career, contributing his vast experience to organisations such as Artisan Alliance, the International Folk Art Market, WGSN, and Pantone. He’s also the author of three essential books on colour. While all are must-reads, True Colour stands out for sustainable fashion enthusiasts, offering in-depth insight into natural dyes. As one of the leading voices on colour, c
The Wisdom of Kavita Parmar Founder of IOWEYOU & Xtant
Calling Kavita Parmar a cultural powerhouse barely scratches the surface. As the founder of the IOWEYOU Project, she champions handloomed Madras cotton and artisan-made fashion rooted in transparency and respect. She's also the visionary behind Xtant, an annual event that feels more like an otherworldly experience, bringing together a beautifully curated community of artists, textile makers, a
Meet George Kwame Baah, A Nuclear Engineer Using Hand-woven Kente Cloth For Social Impact
George Kwame Baah is an inspiration. A nuclear engineer by day, he is a dedicated shoe designer and social entrepreneur in his free time. He founded Sunsums, a brand that creates handcrafted footwear and accessories using printed and handloomed Kente cloth, woven in Ghana’s Volta region.With a strong social mission, Sunsums employs over 40 artisans in Ghana, paying a fair wage that is up to 20 ti
Meet Cristina Ruiz, A Development Consultant & Adventurer Creating Social Impact
Meet Cristina, an adventurer at heart and an economist by training. Having lived across the globe, from Burkina Faso to the Middle East and Latin America, Cristina has charted a unique path that fuses her deep passion for artisan textiles and gender equity with a practical understanding of global development.In this conversation, she shares how she’s aligned her values with the realities of busine
Alice Robinson & Sara Grady, Co-founders of British Pasture Leather
Alice Robinson and Sara Grady are the visionary entrepreneurs behind British Pasture Leather, a pioneering farm-to-fashion business transforming British cattle hides into beautifully finished, traceable leather. Supplying premium brands with ethically sourced materials, this multi-disciplinary duo exemplifies how creative thinking can address deep-rooted structural challenges in the leather indust
Ethical Manufacturing: Insights From Dorsu Cambodia
If you're wondering what it takes to correct the global power imbalance in fashion, listen to the amazing Vanna Sann’s insights on ethical manufacturing.
From studying liberal arts to managing Dorsu, a sustainable fashion brand with an integrated manufacturing arm, Vanna is an eloquent, refreshing voice with a unique perspective on creating an ethical fashion supply chain.
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HR & Team Building Mastery With Celita Begbie
Struggling to find the right staff? Skills can be taught and knowledge found online. Using outdated methods to select staff could be the root of all your HR problems. Listen to my conversation with seasoned Change Manager, Celita Begbie and find simple yet powerful ways to grow and maintain your team.
Find out more about Celita @Celitabegbie
Get in touch to improve your HR strategy at www.anisajoh
The Iconic 90s & French Fashion With Creative Director Christelle Nouviaire-Domec
Listen to my latest conversation with Christelle Nouviaire-Domec Creative Director and Associate Lecturer in Sociology & Fashion.
We explore fashion's obsession with the late 20th Century and whether the 90s was the most iconic moment in fashion.
Christelle also shares insights into what it takes to enter the French fashion market.
Having studied Fashion Design in Paris during the 90
Inside the Alluring World of Models: Natalie Hand, Creative Director of Viva London, Takes You Behind The Scenes
What do Kaia Gerber and Charlotte Rampling have in common? Find out by listening to this exclusive podcast! Designed for students and those contemplating a career change, this podcast delves into the world of model agency representation.
Join us as Natalie Hand, the Creative Director of London's renowned boutique model agency, Viva London, shares her insights and experiences. With an impressive ro
Using Design To Create A Sucessful Brand Identity
Fashion Entrepreneurs get excited about creating logos and so they should. But the logo should be the last thing you do not the first. Jana Dambekalne is a Visual Communication Senior Lecturer and ex Art Director with a wealth of experience.
Listen to our chat about how logos are defunct unless they are memorable and how to ensure your brand identity is doing its job. This is a great place to sta
Successful Influencer Marketing - An Interview With Siim Sainas
Siim Sainas is a Social Media Measurement and Insights Lead APAC at Google. You can't get better than that right? I sat down with Siim, to get his 101 on how fashion brands can create successful Influencer Marketing campaigns. Siim, originally from Estonia, has a wealth of experience in research and analytics, across a myriad of international brands; 170+ at the last count, including Google
7 Questions A Fashion Entrepreneur Should Ask Themselves
Are you toying with starting a fashion brand but not sure it's a good idea? Entrepreneurship is rewarding, and exciting and can be just the new challenge you need. However, entrepreneurship is uncertain and can take over your life. Listen to my podcast which outlines 7 critical questions every entrepreneur should ask before starting. Even if you have already launched a business and maybe faced som
Creating Ads The Smart Way: An Interview with Graham Kelly
Want to avoid average ads that do not cut through the noise? Listen now and craft ads that work! We all do it - create a product then rush to market it. Listen to my enlightening interview with Graham Kelly, who has risen the ranks in advertising; holding positions such as Executive Creative Director, and Regional Head in all the top agencies you can name. Graham's candid answers explain what you
4 Steps To Creating A Fashion Brand
People don’t buy products, they buy brands. Save yourself time and money by taking the time to understand the subtle but powerful difference between branding and marketing.
Get tips on the 4 steps to create a successful brand that resonates with customers and impacts your bottom line.
A useful podcast if you are setting up a fashion or lifestyle business or if you are looking to improve your exis
3 Steps To Getting Your 'Big Idea'
Toying with the idea of starting a fashion business but don't know where to start? Here are 3 easy steps to coming up with your big idea. I have over 15 years of experience in the fashion industry and I’ve helped tens of entrepreneurs find, refine or pivot from their ‘big idea’.
To find out more visit https://www.anisajohnny.com/
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