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NAME: Adam Smith
AGE: 43
POSITION AT APOC: Deconstruction Instructor and Furniture Builder
1.How did you discover Apoc? I was referred to Apoc's co-founder, Chris Kious after attending a sustainability and energy reduction lecture series at Shaker Lakes Nature Center.
2.What do you like about working for Apoc? I enjoy the freedom of pursuing my dream of doing exactly what I want to do when I want to do it in a fun and creative workplace.
3.What was your view about sustainability and the green movement before working at Apoc? 'Sustainability' has become a catch-phrase for almost anything remotely green or 'recycle-ish'.
4. What is your view now? I saw Apoc as a small business promoting and actually directing the course of sustainable business practices for all of Cleveland.
5.What do you like about what Apoc does? Apoc strives to balance sustainable deconstruction with creative upcycling within a successful business model dedicated to promoting positive employee/ client relationships.
6. What do you think Apoc’s clients and customers should know about you? Apoc's clients should know their furniture and the wood it's made from is handled by someone passionate about Cleveland's future.
7. What do you think sets Apoc apart from other furniture companies? Apoc is different in that our bottom line isn't entirely based on profit; we go the extra mile to establish strong community connections and foster sustainable green enterprises in Cleveland.
-TB