Mountain Rose Herbs

Mountain Rose Herbs' CEO, Cameron Stearns, CPA, is an active member of the Core CEO Chapter of One Step Closer (OSC). This organization brings together business leaders who are passionate about sustainability in the workplace. A few weeks back, Cameron attended One Step Closer's Retreat & Ripple Fest, two annual gatherings to discuss important initiatives like sustainable packing, regenerative governance, and Justice, Equity, Diversity, & Inclusion (J.E.D.I). Here are some of the key discussion points: ⚫ Product Quality: Offer high-quality products that bring wellbeing to people and the planet. ⚫ Independent Governance: Business decisions made by purpose-led owners and managers. ⚫ Supply Web Integrity: Certify raw materials to high ecological and social standards. ⚫ Fair & Balanced Compensation: 10:1 pay ratio (or better) between highest and lowest paid employees. ⚫ Living Wages: Calculated living wages by MIT Wage benchmark. ⚫ Inclusion: Headquarter employee demographics to reflect the local community. ⚫ Community engagement: 1% of net revenue to philanthropic initiatives. ⚫ Climate positive: Commit to make annual progress toward science-based targets. ⚫ Circularity for Zero-Waste: Achieve an average of 90% waste diversion through TRUE Zero Waste standards. ⚫ Capability building: Fostering full organizational participation and collaboration with support for everyone’s achievements. Mountain Rose Herbs is proud to have a passionate Leadership Team that cares about the environmental impacts of their decisions and all the people along the supply chain. Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/g4AtgyyC #sustainability #sustainabilityinbusiness #businessethics #businesspartnerships #organicagriculture

Join the Pack Pact! Want to be a part of a circular economy and do your part to reduce single-use packaging? Take the pledge and be entered to win a gift box with wellness supplies from Traditional Medicinals, Banyan Botanicals, or Mountain Rose Herbs. *Three winners will be chosen at random each month of the campaign (July, August, and September). Each winner will receive a gift box from one of the brands listed above. Make your pledge here: https://lnkd.in/g6dumCch #packpact #corporateresponsibility #sustainabilityinbusiness #sustainablebusiness #mountainroseherbs

On September 7th, we officially opened our doors to our new location in Seattle, Washington and you all SHOWED UP. The energy was incredible and the line was three blocks long. We were truly blown away by all of the love. Thank you to all who came out for this extraordinary day! About the store: Mountain Rose Herbs Mercantile Seattle features hundreds of organic herbs, spices, teas, herbal supplements, essential oils, candles, DIY body care ingredients, containers, seeds, and books. Amongst the massive selection of herbal wares, you will also find interesting and thought-provoking antiques that pique curiosity and wonder. Next time you're in Seattle, come visit! We're located at 2111 1st Ave., Seattle, Washington 98121.

Do you want to learn more about reducing plastic waste in your company? If so, register for the upcoming webinar with One Step Closer (OSC)! OSC Packaging Collaborative members will be sharing unique insights and expertise on the matter. Will you join us in the #PackPact? Expect a highly engaging session, with open Q&A, and opportunities to connect with like-minded professionals, trade groups, and potential partners. When: Tues, July 30th at 1:30-2:15pm Link to register: https://bit.ly/3Y4R5lC

The commitment to cultivating with consciousness ensures that every herb is grown with care, dedication, and a profound love for the land. Learn how OSHALA FARM, LLC grows herbs that support community health, and well-being.

Did you know that the Mountain Rose Herbs Leadership Team serves as active Board Members for several Natural Products and Sustainability Non-Profits? Cameron Stearns (CEO and CFO) is in the Core Chapter of One Step Closer (OSC) Thomas Dick (EVP) is on the Board of Directors for The Cornucopia Institute Steven Yeager (VP of Quality and Regulatory Affairs) is on the Board of Trustees for American Herbal Products Association (AHPA) Learn more about these incredible industry-leading organizations, and about the roles our Leadership Team team fills within these groups. https://lnkd.in/g-2uUCvH #sustainabilityinbusiness #leadership #nonprofits #mountainroseherbs

Here at Mountain Rose Herbs, we have always believed it is important to remain independently owned to serve the wellness needs of our community instead of the financial needs of shareholders. But in the last few years, the majority of herbal companies that we have known for decades have been acquired by private equity firms, investment holdings, and venture capitalists. Our herbal business community has gotten smaller, and the industry is pushing toward a profit-driven model. In the current environment, we are more committed than ever to remain staunchly independent and run by humans who care. Our commitment to independence is one of the reasons we work closely with The Cornucopia Institute. This nonprofit consumer education organization researches brands and investigates the agricultural industry to identify and elevate authentic organic foods and farmers. As part of their mission, they maintain a list of nationally available, organic, independently owned brands so that conscious consumers like you know who and what your dollars support. To help amplify this message, we are now including Cornucopia's helpful list in your next Mountain Rose Herbs order! You can also learn more about Cornucopia Institute and the importance of independent organics here: https://lnkd.in/eYMuuris #organics #organicagriculture #independent #independentlyowned #cleanfood #organicfood #certifiedorganic #businessethics #communitycare #herbalindustry

This year, we celebrated Earth Day by working with Friends of Trees on a multi-phase restoration project. About 50 Mountain Rose Herbs team members got their hands in the soil to help restore balance to a 5-acre parcel in our hometown of Eugene, Oregon. The work completed during this work party will allow us to take on the next phase of the project, which is to plant trees and native camas in the fall. Our local news station, KEZI, came by to cover the story, and we were featured with other local sustainability-oriented organizations including Bring Recycling and Saint Vincent de Paul's second-hand store. https://lnkd.in/gp-24Unm #earthday #earthday2024 #sustainability #sustainablebusiness #nativeplants

Company impact reports are a way to provide transparency about operations, initiatives, contributions, etc.—a means to show not just whether the company is making an impact, but how they are doing so. For Mountain Rose Herbs, publishing an impact report is about fostering a culture of accountability: celebrating our triumphs and calling ourselves out on areas that need improvement. Since our inception in 1987, we have continuously implemented strategies to improve our sustainability efforts. But we spent the last year digging deeper and discovered gaps in our corporate social responsibility efforts and areas where we can increase inclusivity and shrink our carbon footprint. We invite you to read the 2023 Mountain Rose Herbs Impact Report to learn more about what we are currently doing, who we are helping, and what we can do better. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/ggXw8Jep #impactreport #sustainability #corporatesustainability #mountainroseherbs

Cultivating Change: Insights from the Small Farms Conference We recently had the amazing opportunity to join 800 farmers, producers, entrepreneurs, teachers, and students at the University of Oregon's Small Farms Conference. This diverse group of plant lovers came together to discuss ways to support regenerative agriculture systems, domestic farms, and BIPOC farmers. Mountain Rose Herbs is committed to being part of the solution, with a vision of domestic, diverse, resilient, adaptable farms growing organic herbs. We invite you to read more about the ways we are increasing our support of domestic farmers by expanding our North American herb line, diversifying our corporate giving, and engaging more deeply with our local community on land justice issues. Together, we can cultivate change! Read more here: https://lnkd.in/gcSm7Pws #farming #farmpartners #farmersforthefuture #organicagriculture #organics #naturalwellness #healthandwellness #mountainroseherbs