Sofia Laurell is the Co-CEO & Co-Founder of Tiny Organics, an early childhood nutrition, and wellness company that introduces babies and toddlers to their first 100 flavors via organic, plant-based, fresh-frozen meals. Born and raised in Finland, Sofia has been passionate about advocating for women and children throughout her life.
Prior to Tiny Organics, Sofia supported the corporate growth at Ascend Foundation, helping elevate women and minorities onto U.S. corporate boards and creating a pipeline of women and minorities to achieve the highest levels of leadership at Fortune 500 corporations. Sofia also serves on the Tufts School of Nutrition Innovation Council. Her global experience comes from London and Helsinki and is based in New York.
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Sofia is from Finland, but has worked in London and now New York since she moved here in 2010.
The idea behind Tiny Organics is introducing a healthier and more diverse flavor palate to kids at an early age. By doing so, you can curb some of the sugar cravings that we’re naturally born with and train healthier eating habits.
Part of the inspiration for Tiny Organics was the Finnish Baby Box, which is a government-issued box of essential supplies for all babies born in Finland.
Their initial testing group was through a group called Park Slope Parents, where they had well over 100 signups to start trying their initial recipes and providing feedback.
Sofia’s life partner is Bonin Bough, who is himself a renowned entrepreneur. Sofia explains what it’s like to live under the same roof and collaborate on business ideas.
For more info, please visit: www.TinyOrganics.com
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1:17 - International upbringing
3:21 - Entrepreneurial bug
5:50 - Key takeaway from Wall Street
7:32 - Tribe of Mentors
7:51 - Physical office vs Remote
10:11- Minorities' Appointment
14:32 - First Seed Planted
17:29 - Early Challenges
22:11 - How is Tiny Organics different
25:03- Importance of Texture
27:31 - Next Challenge
30:12 The Balance
31:30 - Food Desert
35:42 - Partner's Support
40:57 - Co-Founder TIp for Startups
43:26 -Single Greatest piece of advice
45:22 - Sofia's North Star