Taking Care of Business

Thank you, TFG (The Foschini Group), for partnering with us on this incredible initiative! Seeing the seamstresses’ hard work transform donated fabrics into beautiful toys was truly heartwarming.

A key takeaway from Tracey Chambers' recent appearance on The Founder Files Podcast: investing in systems early is non-negotiable for long-term success. At TCB, we’ve seen how crucial these foundations are for sustainable growth. Check out the episode for more great insights!👉 https://lnkd.in/dDdXRZcK

Excited to share that Tracey Chambers, CEO and co-founder of TCB, was featured on The Founder Files Podcast! In this episode, she dives deep into what scaling looks like for a non-profit and shares key insights that can benefit any organisation. Listen to the full episode now! 👉 https://lnkd.in/dDdXRZcK 

As we wrap up 2024, we’re filled with gratitude for everyone who has walked this journey with us. 💛 This year, we’ve seen the power of what’s possible: ✨ Thousands of lives impacted through our Resell, Repair, Remake and Reskill programmes. ✨ Over 10,000 children benefiting from quality early education through our Grow ECD programme. ✨ Tonnes of waste turned into opportunity. Thank you to our funders, partners, colleagues, and participants for your unwavering support. Here’s to an even greater 2025 together! 🙌

The silly season is here, and anxiety is at an all-time high! 𝐀𝐫𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐠𝐠𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐨 𝐡𝐞𝐥𝐩 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐭𝐞𝐚𝐦 𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐞𝐧𝐝-𝐨𝐟-𝐲𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐚𝐬 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐩𝐮𝐬𝐡𝐞𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐨𝐬𝐞 𝐟𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐠𝐨𝐚𝐥𝐬? Watch our A2B masterclass on anxiety-busting tools, where you'll learn to spot signs of anxiety and practical techniques to foster a supportive environment. 🌟 Discover how to turn anxiety into a stepping stone for growth and resilience in your team: https://lnkd.in/dP9PzNew What strategies do you find most effective for reducing stress in the workplace? #AnxietyManagement #TeamSupport #WorkplaceWellbeing

✨ 𝐒𝐭𝐲𝐥𝐞 𝐌𝐞𝐞𝐭𝐬 𝐒𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐖𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐈𝐍 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐟𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞! ✨ We’re proud to share that TCB Remake had the privilege of contributing to these 3 stunning outfits worn by hosts Nazlee Fredericks-Maharaj and Kriya Gangiah at the WomenIN (WiN) Conference, each crafted from recycled banners from last year’s event. These unique pieces are a testament to the creativity and skill of our TCB Remake seamstresses, turning waste into wearable art. 🌱 Fashion with purpose, impact, and sustainability stitched into every seam. Which of these standout looks was your favourite? Let us know in the comments! #SustainableFashion #CircularEconomy #TCB #WomenEmpowerment #WomenInConference

Last week, we joined the incredible WomenIN (WiN) Conference, a gathering of trailblazing women making waves in business, leadership, and innovation. We had an opportunity to connect with passionate changemakers, share our journey, and learn from others. The event also featured an inspiring panel discussion on sustainable entrepreneurship with Tracey Gilmore, TCB Co-Founder & COO, and Nomzamo Matodlana, TCB Cape Town Branch Manager. Our TCB Remake team added a special touch with a fashion show of repurposed designs and a stand where our talented seamstresses handcrafted personalised makeup bags and purses, made right there at the event! Watching these creations come to life was a beautiful showcase of skill, creativity, and sustainability in action. #SustainableFashion #CircularEconomy #TCB #WomenEmpowerment #WomenInConference

𝐀 𝐭𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐬𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐟𝐚𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐨𝐧 👗 On the final day of the WomenIN Festival, some of our delegates took an inspiring journey to Taking Care of Business, a nonprofit social enterprise making waves in the fashion industry! 👗💼 The women on this tour witnessed firsthand how this incredible organisation is creating skills training and employment opportunities for those in underprivileged communities—all while championing sustainable fashion. ♻️👩🔧 ✨ From designing to stitching, each piece tells a story of empowerment, resilience and change. 🎥 Watch this reel to see the magic in action, and let us know what inspired you the most! #WomenINFestival #TakingCareOfBusiness #SustainableFashion #WomenEmpoweringWomen

🎉 Big congratulations to Cheryl Harper from We Can Change Our World - SA who recently attended the The Eco-Logic Awards 2024 in Cape Town wearing a show-stopping gown from our TCB Remake Programme! Cheryl’s dress, crafted from discarded denim, excess fabric, and other donated materials, took home the Fashion Award for Best Remade/Recycled Outfit! 🌿✨ Our Remake team loved bringing this unique design to life, turning waste into wearable art and celebrating sustainable fashion. Check out all the Eco-Logic Award winners here: https://lnkd.in/dZ22m54c Images from left to right: Candice Burgess - King Of The Jungle PR Cheryl Harper – We Can Change our World Tony Budden - The Hemporium Mariette Wheeler - Dept. of Education WC Marine Science Danielle Cronje - Mosselbank River Conservation Team NPC Jane Lourens - BiomimicrySA Sefako Mathibe (Woolworths), Cheryl Harper and Dineo Ramasobane (Woolworths) Mpudi Mdubane, marketing manager at The Spar Group and Cheryl Harper Sethu Mchithakali and Shaun (Suno) Smith, who designed Cheryl’s dress, from TCB with Cheryl Harper.

🦅𝐃𝐨 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐰𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐢𝐧𝐬𝐩𝐢𝐫𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐭𝐞𝐚𝐦 𝐭𝐨 𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐞 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐠𝐫𝐨𝐰𝐭𝐡? In our A2B masterclass, we dive into the leadership mindset that encourages teams to move from where they are to where they want to be. Learn the language of change that inspires action and how to build a positive workplace culture that motivates and retains talent. ✅ Watch the session here and discover how you can lead with authenticity! https://lnkd.in/dUicrXfR How do you empower your team to take ownership of their growth? #LeadershipMindset #Empowerment #WorkplaceCulture