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Climate Rising: Extending Apparel Lifespan with ThredUp
Hosted by Brian Kenny / Harvard Business Review
Climate Rising: Extending Apparel Lifespan with ThredUp
Episode Summary
In this special holiday crossover episode from Harvard Business School’s Climate Rising podcast, Professor Mike Toffel talks with ThredUp CEO James Reinhart about the company’s mission to extend the life of apparel and reduce waste through resale. As thrifting becomes more popular and circular business models gain traction, Reinhart explains why ThredUp built a national logistics and tech platform, how it collaborates with big brands, and the growing role of AI and automation in the industry.
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