The Optical Entrepreneur

François van den Abeele on Sea2see

Episode Summary

François van den Abeele is the Founder & CEO of Sea2see Eyewear - an eyewear company which designs and produces optical frames and sunglasses entirely made with recycled marine plastic waste collected in collaboration with thousands of fishermen in Spain, France and Africa.

Episode Notes

Sea2see is using business as a force for good. They are a Certified B Corporation and leaders in the global movement for an inclusive, equitable, and regenerative economy. The B stands for “benefit” and refers to benefiting workers, the community and the environment. 

On this episode Conor and Francois discuss:

• How any practice can be a force for good – how to find a higher purpose in your work
• The importance of staying true to your values and being authentic
• The inspiring Sea to See origin story and how it became much more than just an eyewear brand
• How any independent practice owner can make a difference in their community, for their staff and clients and the environment

https://www.sea2see.org/

https://www.sea2seefoundation.org/