EPISODE · Jul 21, 2025 · 31 MIN
Bamboo, Boldness & Business | Chris Forbes at Elite Business Live
from The Elite Business Podcast · host elitebusiness
What do a panda hat, bamboo loo roll, and global impact have in common? Meet Chris Forbes, co-founder of The Cheeky Panda, as he delivers an unforgettable keynote at Elite Business Live. In this energising and honest talk, Chris shares the wild journey from a simple idea—making tissue from bamboo—to building one of the UK’s fastest-growing sustainable brands. From balancing profit and purpose to achieving B Corp status and scaling smart, Chris reveals what it really takes to succeed as a purpose-led founder. 💡 Highlights include: • Why sustainability must be desirable • How to pick your battles and grow gradually • Using humour, branding, and a panda hat to stand out • The carbon truths behind bamboo vs. trees • Practical advice for founders trying to make an impact Whether you’re a start-up founder, sustainability advocate, or just curious about how eco-business can thrive, this session is a must-watch. 🧻 It’s more than toilet paper. It’s a movement. http://elitebusinessevent.co.uk/ #Sustainability #BambooRevolution #StartupJourney #TheCheekyPanda #EliteBusinessLive #BCorp #ChrisForbes #EcoInnovation #GreenBusiness #PurposeLed
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What do a panda hat, bamboo loo roll, and global impact have in common? Meet Chris Forbes, co-founder of The Cheeky Panda, as he delivers an unforgettable keynote at Elite Business Live. In this energising and honest talk, Chris shares the wild journey from a simple idea—making tissue from bamboo—to building one of the UK’s fastest-growing sustainable brands. From balancing profit and purpose to achieving B Corp status and scaling smart, Chris reveals what it really takes to succeed as a purpose-led founder. 💡 Highlights include: • Why sustainability must be desirable • How to pick your battles and grow gradually • Using humour, branding, and a panda hat to stand out • The carbon truths behind bamboo vs. trees • Practical advice for founders trying to make an impact Whether you’re a start-up founder, sustainability advocate, or just curious about how eco-business can thrive, this session is a must-watch. 🧻 It’s more than toilet paper. It’s a movement. http://elitebusinessevent.co.uk/ #Sustainability #BambooRevolution #StartupJourney #TheCheekyPanda #EliteBusinessLive #BCorp #ChrisForbes #EcoInnovation #GreenBusiness #PurposeLed
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