What does true innovation in entrepreneurship look like when the problem seems too big for conventional solutions? In this episode of The Angel Next Door Podcast, host Marcia Dawood sits down with Dillon Baxter, co-founder of PlantSwitch, to explore how determination and creativity can drive next-generation solutions in the sustainability space.Dillon shares his journey from college athlete to entrepreneur, revealing how an interest in plastic alternatives led to the founding of PlantSwitch: a company now producing affordable, truly biodegradable cutlery and food packaging. He discusses strategic decisions like building manufacturing capacity in North Carolina, then rapidly expanding to China to fulfill major contracts such as with Walmart and Taylor Farms.This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the practical realities of scaling a startup, protecting your technology, and finding product-market fit in a complex industry. Dillon’s story offers actionable insights and inspiration for founders and innovators looking to turn ambitious ideas into real-world impact. To get the latest from Dillon Baxter you can follow him below!<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/dillon-baxter/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/dillon-baxter/</a><a href="https://www.plantswitch.com/" target="_blank">https://www.plantswitch.com/</a> Sign up for Marcia's newsletter to receive tips and the latest on Angel Investing!Website: <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/4c20d7e5-44f6-41cc-a977-2598a0765e16/shows/82a63201-51be-4f68-b610-6c0b3a1ef019/episodes/94bf8649-655a-4a11-81bd-ff66adfb41f3/www.marciadawood.com" target="_blank">www.marciadawood.com</a><a href="https://a.co/d/bKX5s0a" target="_blank">Do Good While Doing Well</a>Learn more about the documentary Show Her the Money: <a href="http://www.showherthemoneymovie.com/">www.showherthemoneymovie.com</a>And don't forget to follow us wherever you are!Apple Podcasts: <a href="https://pod.link/1586445642.apple">https://pod.link/1586445642.apple</a>Spotify: <a href="https://pod.link/1586445642.spotify">https://pod.link/1586445642.spotify</a>LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/angel-next-door-podcast/">https://www.linkedin.com/company/angel-next-door-podcast/</a>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/theangelnextdoorpodcast/">https://www.instagram.com/theangelnextdoorpodcast/</a>Pinterest: <a href="https://www.pinterest.com/theangelnextdoorpodcast/" target="_blank">https://www.pinterest.com/theangelnextdoorpodcast/</a>TikTok: <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@marciadawood">https://www.tiktok.com/@marciadawood</a>

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