Listen "Coffee & Blue Bear: Justice Through Coffee (Ep. 34)"
Episode Synopsis
Bryn Frere-Smith, founder of Blue Bear Coffee, shares his journey of using coffee to fight against human trafficking. He discusses his background in law enforcement and anti-human trafficking operations, which led him to start Blue Bear Coffee. The company focuses on sourcing coffee ethically and using the profits to support organizations that combat human trafficking. Bryn emphasizes the importance of consistency and holding oneself accountable in the fight against injustice. He also talks about the challenges of balancing the business side of Blue Bear with its larger purpose.Takeaways - Coffee can be a powerful tool for raising awareness and funds to combat human trafficking. - Consistency and accountability are crucial in the fight against injustice. - Building a community and engaging with partners can amplify the impact of a social enterprise. - Progress has been made in addressing human trafficking, but there is still much work to be done. - Individuals have a responsibility to take action and contribute to the fight against human trafficking.Order Coffee: https://threetreecoffee.com/collectio...Bryn Frere-Smith: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bryn-frer...Blue Bear Coffee: https://bluebearcoffee.com/Order Three Tree Coffee!
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