The Hidden Costs of Waste—and How Founders Can Turn It Into Million-Dollar Business
Description
What does it take to turn waste into opportunity? In this episode of the Exitfund Podcast, we talk with Mohammed Suhail, founder of Athar Packaging Solutions, about his journey from spotting plastic waste during COVID to building a fast-growing sustainable packaging startup.
Athar has already recycled over 200 tons of industrial plastic, developed an innovative vegetable-waste adhesive, and made eco-friendly packaging affordable even for small vendors. Suhail also explains how his social-work background shaped his approach and why supply, not demand, remains the toughest challenge.
In this episode, you’ll discover:
How Athar turned 50+ prototypes into scalable packaging solutions
Why networking and visibility helped a bootstrapped startup grow
How trust building drives long-term success in B2B sustainability
Why demand is strong but supply remains the key barrier
How the upcoming Waste Warrior Fellowship will train 100 new entrepreneurs
If you are an investor, founder, or change-maker exploring the circular economy, this episode will leave you inspired by what is possible when purpose meets persistence.
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