Podcast Show Notes: Sustainable Packaging with Cory Connors, Presented by Atlantic Packaging
Episode Title: Reinventing Reusables: The Koor Story with Jean Francois Roiron
Guest: Jean Francois Roiron, Founder of Koor
Summary:
In this episode, Cory Connors speaks with Jean Francois Roiron, a process engineer turned packaging innovator and founder of Koor. Jean shares the inspiration behind his reusable and refillable packaging invention, designed to reduce single-use plastic waste while maintaining convenience. The conversation explores how Koor’s syringe-bottle hybrid design is revolutionizing packaging for food, personal care, and even industrial applications. Jean also discusses the unexpected accessibility benefits of his product and his vision for global impact through partnerships and circular systems.
Key Topics Discussed:
- Jean’s background in process engineering and transition into packaging
- The environmental impact of single-use packaging, especially for children
- The origin and meaning of the name “Koor”
- How Koor’s refillable syringe-bottle hybrid works
- Applications for food (yogurt, applesauce, honey), personal care (shampoo, sunscreen), and industrial use (glue, paint)
- Low-tech and automated refill station concepts
- Circular systems for home and retail refilling
- Accessibility benefits for people with disabilities
- Koor’s potential in developing countries to replace sachet packaging
- The importance of repairability and dishwasher-safe design
- Jean’s call for partners and distributors to scale Koor globally
Resources Mentioned:
- Koor website: https://koor.life/
- Refill station prototypes and use cases: https://koor.life/pages/refill-options
- Accessibility use cases for people with limited mobility: https://koor.life/pages/accessibility
Contact:
Listeners interested in partnering with Jean or learning more about Koor can visit the website or reach out via the contact form provided there.
Closing Thoughts:
Cory and Jean highlight the power of innovation in solving real-world problems—from reducing plastic waste to improving accessibility. Jean’s story is a testament to how engineering, empathy, and entrepreneurship can come together to create meaningful change in the packaging industry.
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