Whole Foods represents the failures of ‘conscious capitalism’ | Nicole Aschoff | Opinion | The Guardian

Whole Foods represents the failures of ‘conscious capitalism’ | Nicole Aschoff

It’s hard to think of a better poster child for “conscious capitalism” than Whole Foods Market, the high-end grocery store that made a name for itself selling organic produce in feel-good, mood-lit stores. These days, the chain is floundering and a potential buyout is on the horizon.