la weekly : top 10 business leaders & entrepreneurs to learn from in 2023

LA Weekly | March 2, 2023 | Wellness | Top 10 Business Leaders and Entrepreneurs to Learn From in 2023 (in partnership with we feature you)

Jillian Clark, Founder and CEO of Roboro, has made a significant impact in the sustainable textile waste solutions industry. After becoming disillusioned with the wasteful practices of the film industry, Jillian established Roboro, a company that upcycles discarded fabrics and clothing to create unique, sustainable products.

Over the years, Roboro has expanded its impact beyond upcycling discarded fabrics and clothing to also include consulting and innovation in the sustainable textile waste solutions industry. Jillian has been instrumental in driving the company’s growth in these areas, working with engineers and recycling facilities to develop new technologies for recycling fibers. During the COVID-19 pandemic, Roboro’s focus shifted to producing masks, and through a sponsorship program, the company was able to donate thousands of masks to hospitals in need. In addition to their work with recycling and upcycling, Roboro also consults for sustainably-minded brands, including a new, sustainable children’s toy company, co-founded by actress Amanda Seyfried and two friends.

While Jillian’s dedication to sustainability and waste reduction has earned her recognition and awards in the past, one of her most memorable moments was seeing a sustainable dress she helped create on the Oscar Red Carpet. It was an incredibly fulfilling and validating experience for her to witness her values, activism, and mission being represented at such a prestigious event.

Despite her successes, Jillian remains focused on the future, currently in the process of expanding Roboro to the East Coast and establishing partnerships across the country. Jillian’s passion for sustainability and reducing textile waste has led her to become an inspiration to future entrepreneurs. Her mission to create a more sustainable future for the fashion industry is one that we should all get behind. With her humility, hard work, and perseverance, Jillian Clark is a true innovator and leader in her field.