What would you give up to build something bigger than yourself?

After the 2010 earthquake in Haiti, Reubens Amedee left his successful finance career to build a school on his grandfather’s land. But keeping that dream alive meant finding a sustainable way to fund it. That’s how Papa Rozier Farms was born – a beauty brand built from Haitian grown castor and moringa, family legacy, and a mission to create jobs back home.

In this episode, Reubens shares what it really takes to leave comfort behind for impact and how Amazon helped the brand reach new customers.

If you’ve ever wondered how purpose and business can grow together, this episode is for you.

Watch the full conversation on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@Thisissmallbusiness

In this episode of This Is Small Business, you’ll learn:

(01:12) — How a relief trip to Haiti changed Reubens’ entire career path

(05:01) — How to build a business from what you already have

(08:59) — How to use Amazon to reach more customers

(10:27) — How to know when it’s time to leave your stable job

(14:53) — How a business can create real community impact

How to Build a Business that Funds Real Change

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How to Build a Business that Funds Real Change