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Customer Spotlight: Aimee Cabakoff

January 29, 2025

4 min read

n an era where consumers are increasingly mindful of their environmental impact, adopting sustainable practices is not just a trend, it’s an approach that small businesses can embrace for numerous reasons.

Based in Columbus, Ohio, Aimee Cabakoff is a sustainable content creator and social media consultant dedicated to helping brands communicate their authentic voice while promoting eco-friendly practices. Aimee highlights that "there is something all businesses can do," emphasizing that "small businesses have such a great opportunity to showcase how they can be more mindful."

Aimee's journey began with her passion for photography. As a young girl, she dreamed of modeling and began using Instagram to share her travels and lifestyle. After living abroad in Sydney, Australia, Aimee transitioned from a lifestyle influencer to focusing on sustainability, a message that resonated more with her values. "I started to move more into the sustainable living space," she recalls. This change was driven by a desire to promote more mindful consumption and waste reduction.

For small businesses looking to showcase their sustainability efforts, learning from Aimee’s insights could be the key to thriving in a competitive landscape.

Practical Social Media Strategies for Sustainable Brands

Aimee emphasizes that authenticity is key in social media strategies for sustainable brands. Here are a few practical strategies she suggests:

Highlight Transparency: Aimee notes, "the most important value is that key piece of just being transparent and being honest…in the space of sustainability it will get you way further than pretending to do something".
Engage Your Audience: Create content that resonates with your audience. Use storytelling to illustrate how your products contribute to sustainability.
Educate: Not only showcase what you do but also educate why it is important. Many consumers are eager to learn more about sustainability. Providing valuable insights and tips can position your brand as a trusted resource in the eco-conscious community.
Make It Accessible: If there’s a sustainability lens there, make sure that this information is accessible, whether it's on your website or social media content. “It’s really just as simple as sharing that information making sure that customers know”, Aimee points out.
Go Local: Connect with local organizations and highlight community-driven sustainability efforts. This fosters a sense of belonging and encourages local support.

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Customers are increasingly looking for brands that are not only environmentally conscious but also transparent about their practices. As Aimee states, "people want to do better; they just might not know how or they might be overwhelmed with how."

She explains that "at the end of the day, people want community and they want to feel like they're buying from someone who has the same values as they do." By showcasing a genuine commitment to sustainability, businesses can differentiate themselves from competitors and foster customer loyalty.

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