Lucuma Designs Promotes Peruvian Folk Art
While Helping Indigenous Artists
Through Responsible and Sustainable Business Practices
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Ardmore, PA - January 27, 2005 – Lucuma Designs prides itself on being a different
kind of company. While the intricate, native-Peruvian artistry Lucuma distributes would alone
make it different, it is their business practices that really set it apart.
Lucuma has been a proud member of the Fair Trade Organization since 1999, with co-founder and
designer Alessandra Bravo now serving on the board of directors.
“As a socially responsible and fair trade company, we value people first. Our business practices
are based on building relationships of mutual respect with our artist partners, our employees,
clients and the community,” explains Alessandra, adding “long term sustainability and respect
for the Earth is also our concern as we constantly evaluate what makes the most ecological sense.“
Since 1998, Lucuma has worked hard to develop and maintain good relationships with the artists,
compensating them fairly, and fostering a true team environment - the results of which can be
clearly seen in the quality of the final product.
Alessandra selects, trains and guides a network of over 20 family workshops and small producers
that reach over 200 artists throughout Peru. Each artist offers a unique story that can be shared
with customers to enhance the meaning behind the piece.
About Lucuma Designs: Since 1998, Lucuma Designs has promoted the best of Peruvian folk art and fine craftsmanship
while helping artists and small producers improve their livelihoods and keeping traditions alive. Lucuma Designs
is a proud member and supporter of the Fair Trade Federation, a non-profit association of businesses helping
disadvantaged producers all over the world through sustainable business practices. Lucuma collaborates with a network
of about 20 family workshops and small producers, reaching over 200 artists throughout Peru. Lucuma and Lucuma Designs
are trademarks of Lucuma Designs in the United States and/or other countries. All other names are trademarks or
registered trademarks of their respective companies.
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