Making a Statement with Sustainable Jewelry ft. Tonya Dickenson (Asymmetric by Design)

Tonya Dickenson is the Founder and Creative Director of Asymmetric by Design, a bold and sustainable jewelry company that empowers women to express their personal brand and values and connect with others. Tonya designs and creates one-of-a-kind asymmetric necklaces using exclusively natural, upcycled, and recycled materials, while supporting traditional artisans in the developing world. Her jewelry has been featured on major Canadian news outlets including Global News and CBC, and worn on the Red Carpet in LA and on Dragon's Den and reflects her passion for environmental and social justice.Before launching Asymmetric by Design, Tonya had a successful career in pharmaceuticals, mental health, and mask awareness, production and distribution, where she focused on making a difference and helping protect lives. Tonya has an Executive MBA from Smith School of Business at Queen's University, and a BAH in Pure Mathematics and Economics from the same institution. Tonya believes that we have won the lottery of life, and that we should use our talents and resources to combat climate change and reduce inequalities, making the world a greener and better place for all.Tonya share a number of gems (pun totally intended) on this episode that I know you are going to love!0:00 From pharmaceuticals to entrepreneurship5:20 Sustainable jewelry: environmental and social impact considerations16:25 Lived in 11 countries, visited over 100 countries: what sustainability looks like around the world20:31 The value of marketing and storytelling in sustainability22:45 The journey from corporate to entrepreneurship41:09 What it will take for businesses and leaders to be resilient going forwardMessage us your thoughts!