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Episode 77…Kari Warberg Block and EarthKind

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I have been wanting to interview Kari Block for a long time because…I believe in her and what she has accomplished with Earthkind.

Kari Warberg Block struggled in school, finding herself placed in special education classes because her brain would allow her to learn by the traditional way of teaching. After high school , Kari set out to learn why…

Kari developed her own system to help her learn smarter. Kari went on to graduate Cum Laude from college. From struggleing in high school to graduating top of her class in college, there’s something society can learn from this. And her story only gets better.

Coming Soon

From a mouse running up her leg to over 70 million in sales…

Our interview with Kari Warberg Block on Episode 77 of the Invention Stories Podcast coming soon on Invention Stories on YouTube

EarthKind

(from Kari Warberg Block’s Linkedin Profile)

As EarthKind’s Founder and CEO, Kari started with the belief that plant-based pesticides could be just as effective as traditional options, with new delivery systems, quality botanical formulations and consumer education. Until EarthKind entered the marketplace, 98% of pest control solutions sold were kill methods & poisons. Today that number is 90%, 11 years later, and Earthkind has become the fastest growing pest prevention brand [IRI] and the only brand taking a conscious business approach, incorporating the health and wellbeing of all- including the pests.

Fresh Cab

EarthKind’s a 2% carbon footprint manufacturer, with 20% of assembly done by handicap-able citizens.
A true mother of invention, Kari’s first product, Fresh Cab — the first botanical rodent repellent safe enough to use at home, but strong enough to meet Federal EPA standards for professional use — was created at her kitchen table on a North Dakota Farm. Today, it’s the #1 choice for high value property protection from rodents.

Public Speaking

Kari Warberg Block is a highly regarded public speaker, and board member. She was chosen as a 2012 EY Entrepreneurial Winning Woman, in 2013. Kari was also awarded the SBA’s highest honor in her home state of North Dakota — Small Business Person of the Year, and chosen as National ‘top 3.’ Kari is a former member of the NWBC which advises the President, the U.S. Small Business Administration, and the United States Congress on matters of impact & importance for women in business. Earth-Kind is Women Business Certified by WBENC, and named Mooresville, North Carolina Entrepreneur of the Year.

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Kari’s personal blog, One of a Kind, captures and shares insightful discoveries made along my entrepreneurial journey as the leader of EarthKind. Underneath my words, you’ll find a soul that consciously cares for the well-being of the earth, and all its inhabitants. 2019: My Year of Mindfulness.

Work Experience

Earthkind

TFounder & CEO

Apr 2000 – Present

Bismarck, ND

Founded EarthKind® on the belief that household products could be as safe as they are effective, through the use of high-quality botanical formulations, new delivery systems, and consumer education. As a result, her products have revolutionized the pest control industry by educating both pest professionals and households on how taking a preventative approach can replace poisons and other forms of killing rodents in a majority of situations. Kari built her company with a unifying purpose, making them pioneers in the development and commercialization of people, pet, and planet friendly bio-pesticides that has resulted in industry change through growing consumer demand.

Pest Prevention

EarthKind innovated the ‘pest prevention’ category in 2007 with the first (and only) Federal EPA-registered botanical rodent repellent certified for indoor use [Fresh Cab brand], and was awarded the highly coveted NEXTY award in 2015 for best new product of the year [Stay Away brand] which includes retail-ready solutions for ants, spiders, moths, rodents, beetles.

The company’s mission “Preserve the good. Prevent the rest.” extends beyond the products currently on store shelves. Everyone at EarthKind is #KeepingItKind by working towards the same three goals and they all concern the health and welfare of our families:

“Preserve” the health and harmony of their customer’s homes.
“Prevent” the need for chemicals in the home by developing and manufacturing naturally effective solutions.
“Protect” property from damage and pests that may carry disease.

Kari’s Personal Blog

Mar 2017 – Present

Kari wanted to start a blog for a while now but kept putting it off. She’s been the recipient of so much help and good counsel along the way from wonderful people, that Kari felt it’s time to pay it forward. She tells you all about her many setbacks and amazing wins. Kari hope’s to inspire you to take that leap of faith while avoiding some painful pitfalls.

Entrepreneur Media

Contributing Writer

Feb 2014 – Present

http://www.entrepreneur.com/author/kari-warberg-block

The Huffington Post

Contributing Writer

Nov 2013 – Present

Education

University of Mary

Bachelor of Science (BS)
Magma Cum Laude

Business Administration and Management,

EarthKind in the News Links

Story image for earthkind from PR Web (press release)

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