Susan Pilato, Founder and CEO of Mantra Inspired Furniture, a women-owned company that redefines commercial interiors through sustainable practices, American craftsmanship, and inclusive design joins Enterprise Radio.
Listen to host Eric Dye & guest Susan Pilato discuss the following:
- What inspired you to build a furniture company that uses 95% American hardwood when most competitors are cutting costs with MDF and imports?
- Sustainability is a buzzword, but you’ve made it your standard. What’s one decision you’ve made at Mantra that’s helped you walk the talk in a meaningful, measurable way?
- As a female CEO in manufacturing, you’ve pushed for diverse and inclusive leadership. What are a few small but powerful ways other business owners can foster DEI inside their teams?
- Your furniture is made by real artisans, including Amish and Mennonite craftspeople who have mastered their trade. Why was it important to you to preserve that skill set, and how has it impacted the business?
- There’s a lot of pressure to scale fast, even if it means sacrificing quality. What would you say to founders struggling to stay true to their mission while chasing growth?
Susan Pilato is the founder and CEO of Mantra Inspired Furniture, a women-owned commercial furniture company redefining the industry through sustainable design and ethical American manufacturing. With a background in interior design and business development, Susan leads with a mission: to create furniture that fosters connection, inclusivity, and well-being. Under her leadership, Mantra has received multiple design awards and become a recognized name in neurodiverse-friendly and environmentally conscious interiors. Susan speaks regularly on women in leadership, sustainable manufacturing, and inclusive design. When she’s not innovating within the industry, she’s snowboarding, wake surfing, and advocating for greater access to nature and design for all.
Website: https://www.mantrainspiredfurniture.com
Social Media Links:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mantrainspiredfurniture
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mantrainspiredfurniture
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mantrainspiredfurniture
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