OKAPI

Cups
Written By Erin Covey-Smith

Borrow a reusable to-go cup from participating cafes by becoming a member of OKAPI cups.

Business Profile

SERVICE TYPE: Cups

MATERIAL TYPE: Stainless steel (hot drinks) and borosilicate glass (cold drinks)

BUSINESS MODEL: Membership fee — Customers pay a one-time $10 fee to download an app and access cups at participating cafes. Participating businesses pay a fee similar to the cost of disposables.

WHERE IT WORKS: Take-out  

COUNTRY: United States

SERVICE AREA: Portland, Oregon

Erin Covey-Smith

A graphic designer and writer with a fine arts background, Erin ardently believes in applying creative thinking to all realms to bring out unseen possibilities and potential solutions. She helps ensure the smooth flow of day-to-day operations that help keep UPSTREAM running while also contributing word and image power to UPSTREAM's stories. Besides living the mission of a throw-away free tomorrow, Erin loves running, cooking, and being outside whenever possible.‍

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