sourcing and talent cultivation foundational to its business strategy.“Our main focus has always been community development. Our tagline ‘harvesting goodness’ guides everything we do,” Harris says. This philosophy manifests through a three-pronged approach to developing local talent and creating economic opportunity throughout their value chain. The company begins by building mutually beneficial relationships with agricultural producers. “We work with small-scale farmers and underserved communities that may have accessible land that isn’t generating profit. We approach them with our The wellness benefits create a positive chain reaction. “Our products are for vitality, beauty, and overall wellness, but it’s not just wellness within yourself. By giving someone one of our products, you’re also helping them on their journey,” Harris says, a perspective that positions their products as tools for relationship building and community care, adding emotional value beyond physical benefits. LOCAL FIRST COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AND TALENT CULTIVATION Shavout International has embedded community development into its operational DNA, making local 30 BUSINESS VIEW CARIBBEAN VOLUME 12, ISSUE 04
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