Joanne Dafoe is the Owner and President of ChopValue YYC, the Calgary microfactory that remanufactures used bamboo chopsticks into furniture and décor. A lifelong Calgarian with a design background and entrepreneurial spirit, Joanne launched ChopValue YYC in 2020 after connecting with the concept during the pandemic. Under her leadership, the microfactory has partnered with dozens of local businesses, employs skilled woodworking SAIT graduates, and showcases how circular design can be both beautiful and impactful. Her commitment to sustainability and local innovation makes her a leader in Calgary’s green business community.
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