Hemp, Heritage, and Heart: Klara Nyari’s Creative Journey

In this episode of Carlsbad: People, Purpose and Impact, host Bret Schanzenbach sits down with Klara Nyari, CEO of TradeMarker International and a leader behind Hemptique.Klara shares her story of growing up in Hungary, moving to the United States, studying fashion design, and building a career in footwear before joining her husband Peter in growing Hemptique. Together, they have created a company rooted in natural fibers, sustainability, craftsmanship, and creativity.The conversation explores Hemptique’s evolution from hemp twine and cord for jewelry makers into a broad line of eco-friendly products, including macramé supplies, fabrics, accessories, pet products, home goods, industrial materials, and more. Klara also explains how natural fibers connect to her family heritage and why sustainability has always been central to their mission.Listeners will also hear about Hemptique’s community impact, including projects with Rady Children’s Hospital, Make-A-Wish Foundation, Help Heal Veterans, and even a custom handmade rope project for George Washington’s Mount Vernon.This episode is a celebration of creativity, environmental responsibility, entrepreneurship, and local impact in Carlsbad.Learn more at Hemptique.com.Quotes“Everything is made from natural super fibers that biodegrade and are friendly to the environment.”“We grew up around natural fibers, not plastic.”“There is a wave of green coming stronger than before, and we are in the right place.”“Crafting has a positive mental benefit, and when you combine that with sustainability, it creates something beautiful.”“It felt like being part of history.” Did this episode have a special impact on you? Share how it impacted youCarlsbad Podcast Social Links:LinkedInInstagramFacebookXYouTubeSponsor: This show is sponsored and produced by DifMix Productions. To learn more about starting your own podcast, visit www.DifMix.com/podcasting