In the summer of 2018, a day at the beach transformed the lives of John Weil and Brian Ruthenberg. It was a local beach that brought plastic waste to their attention.
The amount of straws on the ground waiting to float into the ocean left a lasting impression.
With a drive to make a difference and limited resources, John and Brian invested everything they had into their business.
This was the day that it began...
Founders John and Brian began at local farmers markets spreading the Sand Straw movement one person at a time. In the beginning, they were jumping from one market to the next.
Today, Sand Straws are used by thousands and the movement has spread across the U.S.
This company is a continuous reminder that every straw makes a difference!