Best part of your job?

One of the best parts about what I do is meeting the kind of clientele that walks through the door every day: conscious, friendly people wanting to make a difference. It's such a great feeling. They’re like people you'd hang out with.

What are some of your favorite local green food sources?

I know a lot of green chefs and we use them to cater our events. Patricia at Market Gourmet is an amazing caterer and uses organic and locally grown produce.

What are some of your favorite local green businesses?

I'm a big fan of Natural High and like bamboo tees from Grain Collective. For my dog, I go to Dogromat because they use all-natural products for washing dogs and Bodhi, which has great natural organic food for dogs.

Is there a particular environmental non-profit you support?

Any and all of them. A couple I will mention: Forest Ethics and Habitat for Humanity’s green building in New Orleans.

What's your favorite thing about living in the city?

The thing I enjoy is that most people are searching. Many people are open and searching for answers and trying to live a balanced life. Honestly, it's being at the end of the earth and being by the beach.

Where do you like to take out-of-town visitors?

I like to go into the Santa Monica Mountains to hike or bike.

What's your favorite vacation destination?

Vermont, hands-now. It’s like living in the past. People are there for the lifestyle.

What's your favorite weekend outdoor activity?

It's watching football in season. I also like to drive up the coast and get to Neptune's Net early when it’s really stunning.

Do you have a green pet peeve?

I have a huge one. There is no reason for anybody to get plastic plates, cups, spoons, and other utensils. There is no reason!

What's an eco-friendly gift you like to give?

The Solio charger.

Is there an environmental book or movie you recommend?

I’m still a huge fan of "Cradle to Cradle." How about environmental music? The Jack Johnson soundtrack to "Curious George" has this great song for kids called "The 3 R's" and it’s great to see a two-year-old talk sing it.

If you were a tree, what kind of tree would you be?

I'm an oak. I've always wanted to be a willow, but I'm an oak.

Describe your path to green: how and when you became eco-conscious.

First it had to do with it was a spiritual awakening more than an ecological awakening. I became more involved when I got the idea of voting with dollars and creating conscious commerce—and wanting to create a business that could facilitate change.