Aditi Mayer

The Artisan Archive

Aditi Mayer

Storyteller & Activist, Founder,

The Artisan Archive

Aditi Mayer is an interdisciplinary thought leader working at the nexus of social and environmental justice. As a journalist, photographer, and public speaker, her work examines inequities within global supply chains—particularly in the fashion industry—while amplifying narratives of resilience, heritage, and cultural preservation. She is the founder of The Artisan Archive, a storytelling and social impact agency weaving narratives of craft, climate, and culture.

Mayer’s advocacy began in 2014 while organizing within Los Angeles’ garment industry, inspired to mobilize for labor justice following the 2013 Rana Plaza Factory Collapse in Bangladesh. In 2020, she was awarded the National Geographic Fulbright Digital Storytelling Fellowship, during which she researched India’s farming and artisan textile industries, investigating their socio-economic and environmental dimensions. She has collaborated with institutions such as the United Nations, Fashion Revolution, and various academic and cultural organizations to advance critical conversations on equitable sustainability.

In addition to her professional endeavors, Mayer serves on the boards of the Garment Worker Center and Governance for Tomorrow, further cementing her commitment to systemic change. From features in Vogue to National Geographic, Aditi is known for marrying the worlds of art, industry, and education— all with a socially conscious slant.

Aditi Mayer is an interdisciplinary thought leader working at the nexus of social and environmental justice. As a journalist, photographer, and public speaker, her work examines inequities within global supply chains—particularly in the fashion industry—while amplifying narratives of resilience, heritage, and cultural preservation. She is the founder of The Artisan Archive, a storytelling and social impact agency weaving narratives of craft, climate, and culture.

Mayer’s advocacy began in 2014 while organizing within Los Angeles’ garment industry, inspired to mobilize for labor justice following the 2013 Rana Plaza Factory Collapse in Bangladesh. In 2020, she was awarded the National Geographic Fulbright Digital Storytelling Fellowship, during which she researched India’s farming and artisan textile industries, investigating their socio-economic and environmental dimensions. She has collaborated with institutions such as the United Nations, Fashion Revolution, and various academic and cultural organizations to advance critical conversations on equitable sustainability.

In addition to her professional endeavors, Mayer serves on the boards of the Garment Worker Center and Governance for Tomorrow, further cementing her commitment to systemic change. From features in Vogue to National Geographic, Aditi is known for marrying the worlds of art, industry, and education— all with a socially conscious slant.

Andreas Dorner

RE&UP

Andreas Dorner

General Manager,

RE&UP

Andreas Dorner, MBA, has over 15 years of progressive experience in the textile industry, specializing in sustainable fibres and circular economy models. As the General Manager of RE&UP and former Senior Commercial Director at Lenzing Group, he has pioneered fibre innovations, including the first Circular WBCF in 2017. A recognized thought leader, Dorner is passionate about transforming textiles toward circularity. Outside work, he enjoys hiking, sailing, classical music, history, and traveling. Dorner is married with two daughters.

Andreas Dorner, MBA, has over 15 years of progressive experience in the textile industry, specializing in sustainable fibres and circular economy models. As the General Manager of RE&UP and former Senior Commercial Director at Lenzing Group, he has pioneered fibre innovations, including the first Circular WBCF in 2017. A recognized thought leader, Dorner is passionate about transforming textiles toward circularity. Outside work, he enjoys hiking, sailing, classical music, history, and traveling. Dorner is married with two daughters.

Antonella Centra

Gucci

Antonella Centra

EVP General Counsel, Corporate Affairs & Sustainability,

Gucci

With over 25 years of experience, Antonella Centra has leveraged her legal expertise to drive sustainable growth across global markets. Under her leadership, Gucci has met all key environmental impact reduction targets by intensifying research and innovation and further advancing its circularity goals with the 2023 launch of the Circular Hub—Italy’s first hub for circular luxury, designed to transform fashion’s production model. Her achievements also include significant progress in social responsibility, with a strong focus on gender equality.

With over 25 years of experience, Antonella Centra has leveraged her legal expertise to drive sustainable growth across global markets. Under her leadership, Gucci has met all key environmental impact reduction targets by intensifying research and innovation and further advancing its circularity goals with the 2023 launch of the Circular Hub—Italy’s first hub for circular luxury, designed to transform fashion’s production model. Her achievements also include significant progress in social responsibility, with a strong focus on gender equality.

Attila Kiss

GRUPPO FLORENCE

Attila Kiss

CEO,

GRUPPO FLORENCE

Gruppo Florence is redefining luxury manufacturing through sustainability, innovation, and craftsmanship. With 39 integrated workshops, the Group was set to lead the shift towards responsible sourcing, reducing carbon emissions, managing chemicals responsibly, circularity and digitizing supply chains. Permira’s investment is a key enabler to accelerate ESG initiatives, pioneering sustainable procurement, and fostering next-generation talent through the Academia program. By blending tradition with advanced technology, Gruppo Florence aspires to be the benchmark for a responsible, high-quality Made in Italy supply chain.

Gruppo Florence is redefining luxury manufacturing through sustainability, innovation, and craftsmanship. With 39 integrated workshops, the Group was set to lead the shift towards responsible sourcing, reducing carbon emissions, managing chemicals responsibly, circularity and digitizing supply chains. Permira’s investment is a key enabler to accelerate ESG initiatives, pioneering sustainable procurement, and fostering next-generation talent through the Academia program. By blending tradition with advanced technology, Gruppo Florence aspires to be the benchmark for a responsible, high-quality Made in Italy supply chain.

Bella Webb

Vogue Business

Bella Webb

Sustainability Editor,

Vogue Business

Bella Webb is the Sustainability Editor at Vogue Business and an Associate Lecturer at Central Saint Martins. Her coverage spans from growth and just transition to supply chain transparency, regulation and regenerative agriculture. She regularly moderates panels for the British Fashion Council, European Delegation, Global Fashion Summit and Future Fabrics Expo. Prior to Vogue Business, Webb was the Junior Editor at 1Granary and freelanced for TANK, i-D and Fashion Revolution. She is currently training with the Oxford Climate Journalism Network.

Bella Webb is the Sustainability Editor at Vogue Business and an Associate Lecturer at Central Saint Martins. Her coverage spans from growth and just transition to supply chain transparency, regulation and regenerative agriculture. She regularly moderates panels for the British Fashion Council, European Delegation, Global Fashion Summit and Future Fabrics Expo. Prior to Vogue Business, Webb was the Junior Editor at 1Granary and freelanced for TANK, i-D and Fashion Revolution. She is currently training with the Oxford Climate Journalism Network.

Brooke Roberts-Islam

Writer at Forbes and Business of Fashion, Author at Penguin, Consultant at Techstyler

Brooke Roberts-Islam

Writer at Forbes and Business of Fashion, Author at Penguin, Consultant at Techstyler

Brooke Roberts-Islam is a writer, author and consultant covering global textile and fashion supply chains and sustainability for Forbes and The Business of Fashion. She writes about the industry from a technical, pragmatic and operational point of view, often reporting directly from Asia’s manufacturing hubs.

Roberts-Islam co-authored The GANNI Playbook, published by Penguin in 2024, and she consults for some of the boldest companies in the industry on business and communications strategy through her company, Techstyler.

Brooke Roberts-Islam is a writer, author and consultant covering global textile and fashion supply chains and sustainability for Forbes and The Business of Fashion. She writes about the industry from a technical, pragmatic and operational point of view, often reporting directly from Asia’s manufacturing hubs.

Roberts-Islam co-authored The GANNI Playbook, published by Penguin in 2024, and she consults for some of the boldest companies in the industry on business and communications strategy through her company, Techstyler.

Cecilia Dall’Aqua

Deloitte Spain

Cecilia Dall’Aqua

Partner, Sustainability Lead,

Deloitte Spain

Cecilia Dall’Aqua began her professional career at Deloitte in 2008 in the Risk Advisory department, focused on providing professional services in corporate governance and risk management projects. In 2013, Dall’Aqua was assigned as the Head of Sustainability in the Barcelona office and in the following year she was promoted to manager in the Risk Services - Sustainability area. In the last 10 years, it has developed sustainability, impact creation, climate change and circular economy projects from strategy to implementation.

Cecilia Dall’Aqua began her professional career at Deloitte in 2008 in the Risk Advisory department, focused on providing professional services in corporate governance and risk management projects. In 2013, Dall’Aqua was assigned as the Head of Sustainability in the Barcelona office and in the following year she was promoted to manager in the Risk Services - Sustainability area. In the last 10 years, it has developed sustainability, impact creation, climate change and circular economy projects from strategy to implementation.

Christina Iskov

Global Fashion Agenda

Christina Iskov

Director of Impact,

Global Fashion Agenda

Christina Iskov is the Director of Impact at Global Fashion Agenda (GFA), where she has been for a decade, overseeing various teams and responsibilities. She leads the Impact Team, developing sustainability and impact programmes alongside thought leadership publications. Iskov holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and Commercial Law from Copenhagen Business School and a Master’s degree in Design Management from the Danish Design School Kolding, where she wrote her thesis on GFA’s position in the fashion industry.

Christina Iskov is the Director of Impact at Global Fashion Agenda (GFA), where she has been for a decade, overseeing various teams and responsibilities. She leads the Impact Team, developing sustainability and impact programmes alongside thought leadership publications. Iskov holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and Commercial Law from Copenhagen Business School and a Master’s degree in Design Management from the Danish Design School Kolding, where she wrote her thesis on GFA’s position in the fashion industry.

Clare Press

The Wardrobe Crisis Podcast

Clare Press

Host,

The Wardrobe Crisis Podcast

Clare Press is a podcaster, author and filmmaker. With a background in journalism, previously she was the first ever Vogue sustainability editor. Her podcast, Wardrobe Crisis, investigates the impact of the fashion industry on people and the planet. Based on her 2016 book of the same name, it is now in its 11th series. Press produced and co-hosted (with Simone Cipriani) three series of the Ethical Fashion podcast, and recently created a series for Australia's national clothing product stewardship scheme, Seamless. She is the author of four books, including Rise & Resist, How to Change the World (2018), and Wear Next, Fashioning the Future (2024).

Clare Press is a podcaster, author and filmmaker. With a background in journalism, previously she was the first ever Vogue sustainability editor. Her podcast, Wardrobe Crisis, investigates the impact of the fashion industry on people and the planet. Based on her 2016 book of the same name, it is now in its 11th series. Press produced and co-hosted (with Simone Cipriani) three series of the Ethical Fashion podcast, and recently created a series for Australia's national clothing product stewardship scheme, Seamless. She is the author of four books, including Rise & Resist, How to Change the World (2018), and Wear Next, Fashioning the Future (2024).

David Williamson

Modern Meadow

David Williamson

CEO,

Modern Meadow

David Williamson, PhD, is a transformative executive with a proven track record of advancing innovation, sustainability, and operational excellence in biotechnology and materials science. Since joining Modern Meadow in 2015, he has held pivotal leadership roles, including Chief Science and Technology Officer (CSTO), President, and Chief Operating Officer (COO). In October 2024, he was named Chief Executive Officer (CEO), driving the company’s vision to revolutionize the future of sustainable materials. As CSTO, Williamson spearheaded the development and scale-up of breakthrough technologies, notably INNOVERATM, which has set a new standard for high-performance, sustainable materials. Throughout his tenure, Williamson has demonstrated a relentless focus on integrating biotechnology, chemistry, material science, and engineering to deliver commercially impactful innovations. As COO and CEO, he has led Modern Meadow through groundbreaking milestones, streamlining operations, aligning the organization with its core mission, and positioning it to become a leader in the global sustainable materials market. Before joining Modern Meadow, Williamson spent over a decade at DuPont, where he held senior leadership roles in manufacturing technology, process development, and R&D. His achievements included leading corporate research, shaping bioactives strategy, and managing both long- and short-term chemical and biotechnology initiatives. As Chief of Staff for the CSTO at DuPont, Williamson played a critical role in forming the company’s strategic direction. Williamson earned a Ph.D. in Chemistry from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University and a B.Sc. in Chemistry from Virginia Commonwealth University. Renowned for his strategic vision, innovative mindset, and results-driven leadership, Williamson continues to drive progress at the intersection of science, technology, and sustainability.

David Williamson, PhD, is a transformative executive with a proven track record of advancing innovation, sustainability, and operational excellence in biotechnology and materials science. Since joining Modern Meadow in 2015, he has held pivotal leadership roles, including Chief Science and Technology Officer (CSTO), President, and Chief Operating Officer (COO). In October 2024, he was named Chief Executive Officer (CEO), driving the company’s vision to revolutionize the future of sustainable materials. As CSTO, Williamson spearheaded the development and scale-up of breakthrough technologies, notably INNOVERATM, which has set a new standard for high-performance, sustainable materials. Throughout his tenure, Williamson has demonstrated a relentless focus on integrating biotechnology, chemistry, material science, and engineering to deliver commercially impactful innovations. As COO and CEO, he has led Modern Meadow through groundbreaking milestones, streamlining operations, aligning the organization with its core mission, and positioning it to become a leader in the global sustainable materials market. Before joining Modern Meadow, Williamson spent over a decade at DuPont, where he held senior leadership roles in manufacturing technology, process development, and R&D. His achievements included leading corporate research, shaping bioactives strategy, and managing both long- and short-term chemical and biotechnology initiatives. As Chief of Staff for the CSTO at DuPont, Williamson played a critical role in forming the company’s strategic direction. Williamson earned a Ph.D. in Chemistry from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University and a B.Sc. in Chemistry from Virginia Commonwealth University. Renowned for his strategic vision, innovative mindset, and results-driven leadership, Williamson continues to drive progress at the intersection of science, technology, and sustainability.

David Yayra Agbofah

The Revival

David Yayra Agbofah

Founder and Creative Lead,

The Revival

David Yayra Agbofah is a creative social entrepreneur, researcher, and the founder and creative lead of The Revival Earth Org., a pioneering initiative tackling global textile waste in Ghana. Since founding The Revival in 2018, Yayra has successfully diverted over 5 million garments from landfills, created 20+ jobs, and empowered women through The Upcycling Incubator Program, which equips female artisans with skills in textile transformation and sustainable fashion. Operating in Kantamanto, the world’s largest secondhand market, Yayra drives impact through upcycling, education, and creative storytelling. His research-driven approach explores the intersections of sustainability, circular fashion, and social impact, leading to the development of The Circularity Lab, an innovative space merging education, awareness, art, and recycling to foster systemic change in the fashion industry. Yayra collaborates with leading academic institutions, including the University of Ghana, University of the Arts London, University of Luxembourg, and the Centre for Sustainable Fashion, among others, to drive research and learning initiatives. An alumnus of the Creation Africa Ghana and the What Design Can Do Accelerator, he has been globally recognized for his leadership in circular fashion and community-driven solutions. His work extends to collaborations with cultural institutions such as the Victoria & Albert Museum and various international organizations, where he continues to challenge wasteful systems, advocate for policy change, and reimagine a more responsible and regenerative fashion future.

David Yayra Agbofah is a creative social entrepreneur, researcher, and the founder and creative lead of The Revival Earth Org., a pioneering initiative tackling global textile waste in Ghana. Since founding The Revival in 2018, Yayra has successfully diverted over 5 million garments from landfills, created 20+ jobs, and empowered women through The Upcycling Incubator Program, which equips female artisans with skills in textile transformation and sustainable fashion. Operating in Kantamanto, the world’s largest secondhand market, Yayra drives impact through upcycling, education, and creative storytelling. His research-driven approach explores the intersections of sustainability, circular fashion, and social impact, leading to the development of The Circularity Lab, an innovative space merging education, awareness, art, and recycling to foster systemic change in the fashion industry. Yayra collaborates with leading academic institutions, including the University of Ghana, University of the Arts London, University of Luxembourg, and the Centre for Sustainable Fashion, among others, to drive research and learning initiatives. An alumnus of the Creation Africa Ghana and the What Design Can Do Accelerator, he has been globally recognized for his leadership in circular fashion and community-driven solutions. His work extends to collaborations with cultural institutions such as the Victoria & Albert Museum and various international organizations, where he continues to challenge wasteful systems, advocate for policy change, and reimagine a more responsible and regenerative fashion future.

Diane Holdorf

WBCSD

Diane Holdorf

Executive Vice President, Pathways,

WBCSD

Diane B. Holdorf is EVP for Pathways at WBCSD, leading global business efforts to drive sustainable transformation across key value chains. Since joining in 2018, she has spearheaded initiatives on food, nature, and climate, advancing decarbonization, circularity, and equity. Previously CSO at Kellogg, Holdorf has over two decades of leadership in corporate sustainability. Recognized among GreenBiz’s “25 Badass Women” shaping climate action, she serves on multiple advisory boards, shaping strategies for a nature-positive, equitable, and net-zero future.

Diane B. Holdorf is EVP for Pathways at WBCSD, leading global business efforts to drive sustainable transformation across key value chains. Since joining in 2018, she has spearheaded initiatives on food, nature, and climate, advancing decarbonization, circularity, and equity. Previously CSO at Kellogg, Holdorf has over two decades of leadership in corporate sustainability. Recognized among GreenBiz’s “25 Badass Women” shaping climate action, she serves on multiple advisory boards, shaping strategies for a nature-positive, equitable, and net-zero future.

Dr. Ahmed Zaidi

Hyran Technologies

Dr. Ahmed Zaidi

CEO and Co-Founder,

Hyran Technologies

Dr Ahmed Zaidi is the CEO and co-founder of Hyran Technologies, an AI platform that helps brands and suppliers respond to consumer demand, increase profitability, and reduce waste. He is a visiting AI researcher at the University of Cambridge and a guest lecturer at the London College of Fashion. Zaidi has advised various fashion brands, retailers and suppliers on the application of AI and data in fashion. He has an MPhil and PhD in AI and machine learning from the University of Cambridge.

Dr Ahmed Zaidi is the CEO and co-founder of Hyran Technologies, an AI platform that helps brands and suppliers respond to consumer demand, increase profitability, and reduce waste. He is a visiting AI researcher at the University of Cambridge and a guest lecturer at the London College of Fashion. Zaidi has advised various fashion brands, retailers and suppliers on the application of AI and data in fashion. He has an MPhil and PhD in AI and machine learning from the University of Cambridge.

Ebru Özküçük Güler

RE&UP

Ebru Özküçük Güler

Chief Sustainability Officer,

RE&UP

Ebru Özküçük Güler is the Chief Sustainability Officer at RE&UP Recycling Technologies where she leads the development of transformative sustainable strategies. She drives circularity, resource efficiency, and impact reduction initiatives. Previously, as ISKO’s Head of Sustainability, Güler spearheaded many sustainable material innovations and achieved significant global milestones. With expertise in carbon management, ESG systems adoption and sustainability regulations, she takes a strategic approach to environmental challenges. Güler holds sustainability credentials from MIT, Harvard Business School, and Berkeley School of Law.

Ebru Özküçük Güler is the Chief Sustainability Officer at RE&UP Recycling Technologies where she leads the development of transformative sustainable strategies. She drives circularity, resource efficiency, and impact reduction initiatives. Previously, as ISKO’s Head of Sustainability, Güler spearheaded many sustainable material innovations and achieved significant global milestones. With expertise in carbon management, ESG systems adoption and sustainability regulations, she takes a strategic approach to environmental challenges. Güler holds sustainability credentials from MIT, Harvard Business School, and Berkeley School of Law.

Eileen Fisher

EILEEN FISHER

Eileen Fisher

Founder,

EILEEN FISHER

Eileen Fisher is the visionary Founder of EILEEN FISHER, Inc., renowned for its simple, timeless apparel. Since 1984, she has championed an original concept: a system of shapes that work together to help women get dressed easily—a hallmark of her brand today. A sustainability trailblazer, Fisher established the company's first Social Consciousness role over 25 years ago. In 2009, she launched the Renew take-back program, initiating a circular manufacturing model. Recognized for her efforts, Fisher's accolades include the 2022 CNMI Sustainable Fashion Pioneer Award, Forbes 50 Over 50 Visionary List (2021), and the 2019 CFDA Positive Change Award.

Eileen Fisher is the visionary Founder of EILEEN FISHER, Inc., renowned for its simple, timeless apparel. Since 1984, she has championed an original concept: a system of shapes that work together to help women get dressed easily—a hallmark of her brand today. A sustainability trailblazer, Fisher established the company's first Social Consciousness role over 25 years ago. In 2009, she launched the Renew take-back program, initiating a circular manufacturing model. Recognized for her efforts, Fisher's accolades include the 2022 CNMI Sustainable Fashion Pioneer Award, Forbes 50 Over 50 Visionary List (2021), and the 2019 CFDA Positive Change Award.

Federica Marchionni

Global Fashion Agenda

Federica Marchionni

Chief Executive Officer,

Global Fashion Agenda

Federica Marchionni is the Chief Executive Officer at Global Fashion Agenda. Founded in Denmark, GFA is a non-profit organisation with the ultimate vision to create a net positive fashion industry for the people and the planet across entire eco-system. Before joining GFA, Marchionni attained leadership roles in Europe, USA, and China. During the e-commerce expansion, Marchionni took a role as International CEO of Secoo, a Chinese e-commerce retailer in China. Prior to this, Marchionni was CEO and Board Director at Lands’ End and President of Dolce&Gabbana Inc., based in America. Before moving to the States, Marchionni worked as SVP at Ferrari HQ in Italy. Her career began in the early stage of the telecommunication industry, working for global players such as Samsung, Philips, and Ericsson. She is a guest speaker at high-caliber conferences and top academic institutions including Harvard University and Stanford University, Financial Times, Fortune and COP. Marchionni graduated from La Sapienza University with a Master’s Degree in Business Administration and a thesis in the mobility business.

Federica Marchionni is the Chief Executive Officer at Global Fashion Agenda. Founded in Denmark, GFA is a non-profit organisation with the ultimate vision to create a net positive fashion industry for the people and the planet across entire eco-system. Before joining GFA, Marchionni attained leadership roles in Europe, USA, and China. During the e-commerce expansion, Marchionni took a role as International CEO of Secoo, a Chinese e-commerce retailer in China. Prior to this, Marchionni was CEO and Board Director at Lands’ End and President of Dolce&Gabbana Inc., based in America. Before moving to the States, Marchionni worked as SVP at Ferrari HQ in Italy. Her career began in the early stage of the telecommunication industry, working for global players such as Samsung, Philips, and Ericsson. She is a guest speaker at high-caliber conferences and top academic institutions including Harvard University and Stanford University, Financial Times, Fortune and COP. Marchionni graduated from La Sapienza University with a Master’s Degree in Business Administration and a thesis in the mobility business.

Florence Bulté

Chalhoub Group

Florence Bulté

Chief Sustainability Officer,

Chalhoub Group

Florence Bulté is the Chief Sustainability Officer at Chalhoub Group. In her current role, she is responsible for fostering a culture of Business Ethics and Integrity for the Group by developing and sharing the code of ethics, creating training programs for employees as well as monitoring and auditing the ethics compliance framework. She also drives transformational change for people in the company, promoting sustainability through advocacy and partnerships and engaging employees to give back to the community. Bulté has been working in the luxury business for 19 years in Australia, Singapore and in the Middle East. She was VP of Business Development for The Wellness Group in Singapore, developing markets for beauty products in the Middle East and India. She then joined Chalhoub Group in 2004, overseeing the “Art de vivre” and Beauty retail business in UAE and Qatar. She was later appointed as GM for the Group “Art de Vivre” retail business, managing the development of the boutiques network in UAE, KSA, Kuwait, Qatar, Bahrain and Egypt. She graduated from EM Normandy Business School, Strathclyde University and INSEAD. Bulté is the Secretary of the Global Compact UAE network, Member of Middle-East Fashion Council Board and Member of Pearl Initiative Integration Board. She has also been nominated amongst the 15 ESG leaders in the region by Business Chief.

Florence Bulté is the Chief Sustainability Officer at Chalhoub Group. In her current role, she is responsible for fostering a culture of Business Ethics and Integrity for the Group by developing and sharing the code of ethics, creating training programs for employees as well as monitoring and auditing the ethics compliance framework. She also drives transformational change for people in the company, promoting sustainability through advocacy and partnerships and engaging employees to give back to the community. Bulté has been working in the luxury business for 19 years in Australia, Singapore and in the Middle East. She was VP of Business Development for The Wellness Group in Singapore, developing markets for beauty products in the Middle East and India. She then joined Chalhoub Group in 2004, overseeing the “Art de vivre” and Beauty retail business in UAE and Qatar. She was later appointed as GM for the Group “Art de Vivre” retail business, managing the development of the boutiques network in UAE, KSA, Kuwait, Qatar, Bahrain and Egypt. She graduated from EM Normandy Business School, Strathclyde University and INSEAD. Bulté is the Secretary of the Global Compact UAE network, Member of Middle-East Fashion Council Board and Member of Pearl Initiative Integration Board. She has also been nominated amongst the 15 ESG leaders in the region by Business Chief.

Janet Mensink

SLCP

Janet Mensink

CEO,

SLCP

Janet Mensink holds more than 25 years of experience in sustainable supply chains, including sustainability consultancy and leadership roles in international development and non-profit organizations. She has served on several boards and councils of multi-stakeholder initiatives. As CEO of SLCP, she is currently responsible for overseeing SLCP’s strategic direction and execution.

Janet Mensink holds more than 25 years of experience in sustainable supply chains, including sustainability consultancy and leadership roles in international development and non-profit organizations. She has served on several boards and councils of multi-stakeholder initiatives. As CEO of SLCP, she is currently responsible for overseeing SLCP’s strategic direction and execution.

Jasmin Malik Chua

Sourcing Journal

Jasmin Malik Chua

Sourcing and Labor Editor,

Sourcing Journal

Jasmin Malik Chua is the sourcing and labor editor at Sourcing Journal, where she writes about the apparel and footwear industry through the lens of sustainability and human rights. Her work has appeared in the New York Times, The Business of Fashion, Vogue Business, Women's Wear Daily, Refinery29, Nylon, Vox, and others. Chua received an M.S. in biomedical journalism from New York University and a B.S. in animal biology from the National University of Singapore.

Jasmin Malik Chua is the sourcing and labor editor at Sourcing Journal, where she writes about the apparel and footwear industry through the lens of sustainability and human rights. Her work has appeared in the New York Times, The Business of Fashion, Vogue Business, Women's Wear Daily, Refinery29, Nylon, Vox, and others. Chua received an M.S. in biomedical journalism from New York University and a B.S. in animal biology from the National University of Singapore.

Jason Judd

Cornell University Global Labor Institute

Jason Judd

Executive Director,

Cornell University Global Labor Institute

Jason Judd is an expert on economic policy and global labor rights who has worked in senior roles for Cornell University, the ILO, Fair Labor Association, Service Employees International Union (SEIU) and Solidarity Center. He is the lead author on Higher Ground? analysis of climate impacts on apparel production from Cornell University’s Global Labor Institute and Schroders. Judd is a former Fulbright Fellow, and a graduate of Duke University and l'École Nationale d’Administration (ENA/RULE).

Jason Judd is an expert on economic policy and global labor rights who has worked in senior roles for Cornell University, the ILO, Fair Labor Association, Service Employees International Union (SEIU) and Solidarity Center. He is the lead author on Higher Ground? analysis of climate impacts on apparel production from Cornell University’s Global Labor Institute and Schroders. Judd is a former Fulbright Fellow, and a graduate of Duke University and l'École Nationale d’Administration (ENA/RULE).

Jemma Tadd

eBay

Jemma Tadd

Director of Fashion,

eBay

As Director of Fashion at eBay, Jemma Tadd has transformed the pre-loved category for the online marketplace, driving growth through strategic resale partnerships with brands and with consumer-centric campaigns like Love Island to champion a circular fashion movement. Before eBay, she held roles at Zalando and The Hut Group, gaining extensive fashion retail and e-commerce experience. Known for her strategic vision, Tadd has led initiatives boosting sustainability and fashion resale, including the launch of eBay’s Circular Fashion Fund, its Imperfects range and live shopping functionality, eBay Live.

As Director of Fashion at eBay, Jemma Tadd has transformed the pre-loved category for the online marketplace, driving growth through strategic resale partnerships with brands and with consumer-centric campaigns like Love Island to champion a circular fashion movement. Before eBay, she held roles at Zalando and The Hut Group, gaining extensive fashion retail and e-commerce experience. Known for her strategic vision, Tadd has led initiatives boosting sustainability and fashion resale, including the launch of eBay’s Circular Fashion Fund, its Imperfects range and live shopping functionality, eBay Live.

Jessika Roswall

Commissioner For Environment, Water Resilience and a Competitive Circular Economy

Jessika Roswall

Commissioner For Environment, Water Resilience and a Competitive Circular Economy

Jessika Roswall started her mandate as Commissioner for Environment, Water Resilience and a Competitive Circular Economy on December 1st 2024. Prior to her nomination for the post of Commissioner she was Sweden's minister for EU affairs from October 2022 to September 2024, during which Sweden held the EU presidency. Between 2010 and 2022 she served as a member of the Swedish Parliament, holding the position of second vice-president of its EU affairs committee from 2019 to 2022. Born in Sweden 1972, Roswall holds a law degree from Uppsala University. After graduating in 2002, she worked as a lawyer from 2002 to 2010.

Jessika Roswall started her mandate as Commissioner for Environment, Water Resilience and a Competitive Circular Economy on December 1st 2024. Prior to her nomination for the post of Commissioner she was Sweden's minister for EU affairs from October 2022 to September 2024, during which Sweden held the EU presidency. Between 2010 and 2022 she served as a member of the Swedish Parliament, holding the position of second vice-president of its EU affairs committee from 2019 to 2022. Born in Sweden 1972, Roswall holds a law degree from Uppsala University. After graduating in 2002, she worked as a lawyer from 2002 to 2010.

Kalpona Akter

Bangladesh Centre for Worker Solidarity (BCWS)

Kalpona Akter

Founder and Executive Director,

Bangladesh Centre for Worker Solidarity (BCWS)

As the founder and executive director of the Bangladesh Centre for Worker Solidarity (BCWS), Kalpona Akter campaigns for worker safety, fair wages and the right to labour unions. She has been a key player in urging Western brands to sign on to the Bangladesh Safety Accord following the Rana Plaza collapse in 2013, and her US Congress testimony helped frame legislation against slave-labour conditions for clothing. She also President of Bangladesh Garments & Industrial Workers Federation- BGIWF and well reputed national trade union center. She began working at garment factories in her native Bangladesh aged 12, and since 2000 has devoted herself to trade unions and activism for textile and garment workers in the country. Akter has been instrumental in engaging stakeholders, from UN Agencies to fast-fashion brands like Inditex and H&M, to demand respect for garment workers. Along with Human Rights Watch, she conducts investigations and analysis. Akter also helps to ensure worker groups’ involvement in the European Union’s Sustainability Compact, designed to improve labour standards and worker safety in Bangladesh. In 2016 she was awarded the Human Rights Watch's Alison Des Forges Award for Extraordinary Activism.

As the founder and executive director of the Bangladesh Centre for Worker Solidarity (BCWS), Kalpona Akter campaigns for worker safety, fair wages and the right to labour unions. She has been a key player in urging Western brands to sign on to the Bangladesh Safety Accord following the Rana Plaza collapse in 2013, and her US Congress testimony helped frame legislation against slave-labour conditions for clothing. She also President of Bangladesh Garments & Industrial Workers Federation- BGIWF and well reputed national trade union center. She began working at garment factories in her native Bangladesh aged 12, and since 2000 has devoted herself to trade unions and activism for textile and garment workers in the country. Akter has been instrumental in engaging stakeholders, from UN Agencies to fast-fashion brands like Inditex and H&M, to demand respect for garment workers. Along with Human Rights Watch, she conducts investigations and analysis. Akter also helps to ensure worker groups’ involvement in the European Union’s Sustainability Compact, designed to improve labour standards and worker safety in Bangladesh. In 2016 she was awarded the Human Rights Watch's Alison Des Forges Award for Extraordinary Activism.

Katharine Beacham

Marks & Spencer

Katharine Beacham

Head of Sustainability in Clothing & Home,

Marks & Spencer

Katharine Beacham leads a team of experts in materials and sustainability. In her role, she ensures that the materials used in Marks & Spencer's clothing products are sourced responsibly, as the company works toward becoming a net zero business across all operations and its entire value chain by 2040.

Katharine Beacham leads a team of experts in materials and sustainability. In her role, she ensures that the materials used in Marks & Spencer's clothing products are sourced responsibly, as the company works toward becoming a net zero business across all operations and its entire value chain by 2040.

Katrin Ley

Fashion for Good

Katrin Ley

Managing Director,

Fashion for Good

Katrin Ley is the Managing Director of Fashion for Good where she drives the transition of the industry by harnessing the power of innovation, practical action & collaboration. She has more than 25 years of relevant industry experience in fashion, investments and consulting. Joining Fashion for Good in 2017 from Pymwymic, the community of European wealth holders who invest for impact. Prior to that, Ley was Managing Director with the adidas Group and a Principal with Boston Consulting Group.

Katrin Ley is the Managing Director of Fashion for Good where she drives the transition of the industry by harnessing the power of innovation, practical action & collaboration. She has more than 25 years of relevant industry experience in fashion, investments and consulting. Joining Fashion for Good in 2017 from Pymwymic, the community of European wealth holders who invest for impact. Prior to that, Ley was Managing Director with the adidas Group and a Principal with Boston Consulting Group.

Krishna Manda

Lenzing Group

Krishna Manda

VP Corporate Sustainability,

Lenzing Group

Krishna Manda has worked for 15 years with various stakeholders in the value chain. He is passionate about embedding sustainability in core business functions to nurture culture change anchored in values. He is responsible for sustainability and ESG strategy, targets, governance, incentives, and strategic engagements with stakeholders and policymakers to orchestrate systemic change in the industry. Manda has a Ph.D. in Sustainability and has worked and lived in five countries. He currently lives in Austria with his wife and daughter, who are a continuous source of inspiration.

Krishna Manda has worked for 15 years with various stakeholders in the value chain. He is passionate about embedding sustainability in core business functions to nurture culture change anchored in values. He is responsible for sustainability and ESG strategy, targets, governance, incentives, and strategic engagements with stakeholders and policymakers to orchestrate systemic change in the industry. Manda has a Ph.D. in Sustainability and has worked and lived in five countries. He currently lives in Austria with his wife and daughter, who are a continuous source of inspiration.

Lauren Bartley

GANNI

Lauren Bartley

Chief Sustainability Officer,

GANNI

Lauren Bartley has been spearheading Sustainability at Danish brand GANNI since late 2018. She is responsible for the inception, development and implementation of the brand's sustainability strategy across social, environmental, materials and innovation. Previously, Bartley worked for UK based NGO The Soil Association, during that time Bartley was voted within the Top 25 most influential personalities working in the UK organic beauty industry for 2 consecutive years (2016 and 2017).

Lauren Bartley has been spearheading Sustainability at Danish brand GANNI since late 2018. She is responsible for the inception, development and implementation of the brand's sustainability strategy across social, environmental, materials and innovation. Previously, Bartley worked for UK based NGO The Soil Association, during that time Bartley was voted within the Top 25 most influential personalities working in the UK organic beauty industry for 2 consecutive years (2016 and 2017).

Leyla Ertur

H&M Group

Leyla Ertur

Sustainability Director,

H&M Group

Leyla Ertur has been the Sustainability Director at H&M Group since 2021, reporting to the CEO, she is responsible for delivering H&M Group’s ambitious sustainability commitments across climate, environment, social and ESG agendas, working with a global team of more than 250 people. Having joined H&M Group in 2000, Ertur has worked in multiple continents, leading teams across a variety of areas including Production and Global Supply Chain Management. She has worked and lived extensively in production countries including Bangladesh, China and Turkey, she has also led global sourcing teams based out of regional hubs in Hong Kong and Istanbul. Ertur brings with her over two decades of deep, hands-on experience in operations as well as sustainability. She is the Co-chair the Fashion Pact’s Operations Committee, and a Board member of Looper Textile Co.

Leyla Ertur has been the Sustainability Director at H&M Group since 2021, reporting to the CEO, she is responsible for delivering H&M Group’s ambitious sustainability commitments across climate, environment, social and ESG agendas, working with a global team of more than 250 people. Having joined H&M Group in 2000, Ertur has worked in multiple continents, leading teams across a variety of areas including Production and Global Supply Chain Management. She has worked and lived extensively in production countries including Bangladesh, China and Turkey, she has also led global sourcing teams based out of regional hubs in Hong Kong and Istanbul. Ertur brings with her over two decades of deep, hands-on experience in operations as well as sustainability. She is the Co-chair the Fashion Pact’s Operations Committee, and a Board member of Looper Textile Co.

Lucianne Tonti

The Guardian

Lucianne Tonti

Contributor,

The Guardian

Lucianne Tonti is the Fashion Editor of The Saturday Paper, the Sustainability Editor at large for Elle Australia and a regular Contributor to The Guardian. Her first book Sundressed: Natural Fibres and the Future of Fashion was published in 2022, her next book, Good Witch Hunting, will be published by Summit Books in 2026.

Lucianne Tonti is the Fashion Editor of The Saturday Paper, the Sustainability Editor at large for Elle Australia and a regular Contributor to The Guardian. Her first book Sundressed: Natural Fibres and the Future of Fashion was published in 2022, her next book, Good Witch Hunting, will be published by Summit Books in 2026.

Lukas Pünder

Retraced

Lukas Pünder

CEO & Co-Founder,

Retraced

Prior to Retraced, Lukas Pünder co-founded Cano Clothing Company in 2016. He studied at The Stockholm School of Economics, the National University of Singapore, and the Otto Beisheim School of Management. Pünder’ deep expertise in sustainability and technology has positioned him as a key driver of scalable solutions in the fashion industry. His vision for enhancing transparency and ethical business practices underscores his belief that businesses can be powerful agents of change in addressing global challenges.

Prior to Retraced, Lukas Pünder co-founded Cano Clothing Company in 2016. He studied at The Stockholm School of Economics, the National University of Singapore, and the Otto Beisheim School of Management. Pünder’ deep expertise in sustainability and technology has positioned him as a key driver of scalable solutions in the fashion industry. His vision for enhancing transparency and ethical business practices underscores his belief that businesses can be powerful agents of change in addressing global challenges.

María Luisa Martínez Díez

Global Fashion Agenda

María Luisa Martínez Díez

Public Affairs Director,

Global Fashion Agenda

María Luisa Martínez Díez is Public Affairs Director at Global Fashion Agenda. She is responsible for strengthening, developing, and executing GFA’s Policy Engagement Strategy. Her responsibilities are to ensure strategic engagement with relevant stakeholders and develop partnerships with key organisations. She also leads the partnership with the Policy Hub-Circularity for Apparel and Footwear. Martínez Díez is also a member of the Sustainable Apparel Coalition´s Strategic Council on Stakeholder Engagement. Martínez Díez joined Global Fashion Agenda as Senior Public Affairs Manager in September 2019. She holds a Master’s degree in EU politics and law from Sciences Po Paris and brings over 10 years of experience in Public Affairs first in Paris. Then in Brussels where she worked at namely the European Commission, the Regional Office of Madrid and the Brussels-based consultancy EURALIA where she was leading the agri-consumers department working in the fields of circular economy and sustainability in the supply chains including the fashion and food industries.

María Luisa Martínez Díez is Public Affairs Director at Global Fashion Agenda. She is responsible for strengthening, developing, and executing GFA’s Policy Engagement Strategy. Her responsibilities are to ensure strategic engagement with relevant stakeholders and develop partnerships with key organisations. She also leads the partnership with the Policy Hub-Circularity for Apparel and Footwear. Martínez Díez is also a member of the Sustainable Apparel Coalition´s Strategic Council on Stakeholder Engagement. Martínez Díez joined Global Fashion Agenda as Senior Public Affairs Manager in September 2019. She holds a Master’s degree in EU politics and law from Sciences Po Paris and brings over 10 years of experience in Public Affairs first in Paris. Then in Brussels where she worked at namely the European Commission, the Regional Office of Madrid and the Brussels-based consultancy EURALIA where she was leading the agri-consumers department working in the fields of circular economy and sustainability in the supply chains including the fashion and food industries.

Megan Doyle

Sustainable Fashion Journalist and Consultant

Megan Doyle

Sustainable Fashion Journalist and Consultant

Megan Doyle is a sustainable fashion journalist and consultant based in London. With a solutions-focused approach to journalism, Doyle has written for publications including the Business of Fashion, Vogue Business and Good On You about supply chain traceability and transparency, fashion legislation, child and forced labour, circularity, and garment worker rights. She has written two traceability guidebooks for TrusTrace, and a series of case studies for Textile Exchange. Doyle has hosted industry events like the Hugo Boss Stakeholder Dialog and moderated discussions at the Global Fashion Summit and Textile Exchange conference.

Megan Doyle is a sustainable fashion journalist and consultant based in London. With a solutions-focused approach to journalism, Doyle has written for publications including the Business of Fashion, Vogue Business and Good On You about supply chain traceability and transparency, fashion legislation, child and forced labour, circularity, and garment worker rights. She has written two traceability guidebooks for TrusTrace, and a series of case studies for Textile Exchange. Doyle has hosted industry events like the Hugo Boss Stakeholder Dialog and moderated discussions at the Global Fashion Summit and Textile Exchange conference.

Michele Casucci

Certilogo

Michele Casucci

Founder and GM,

Certilogo

Michele Casucci is a tech entrepreneur passionate about innovation and digital transformation. He currently serves as the General Manager of Certilogo S.p.A., a company he founded and that eBay acquired in July 2023. Throughout his career, Casucci has held notable roles such as Ambassador for Italy at the Mountain View, CA-based Singularity Group, Vice-President of Corporate Sales at US media company Rodale International, and CEO of Lycos Italy, part of the Bertelsmann Group. He also co-founded JobRapido, the world's leading job search engine, and is a member of the Italian Founders Fund. Certilogo is a leading provider of digital authentication and secure end-to-end Digital Product Passport solutions, and has enabled over 570 million products to be traceable and interactive for more than 80 global fashion and luxury brands.

Michele Casucci is a tech entrepreneur passionate about innovation and digital transformation. He currently serves as the General Manager of Certilogo S.p.A., a company he founded and that eBay acquired in July 2023. Throughout his career, Casucci has held notable roles such as Ambassador for Italy at the Mountain View, CA-based Singularity Group, Vice-President of Corporate Sales at US media company Rodale International, and CEO of Lycos Italy, part of the Bertelsmann Group. He also co-founded JobRapido, the world's leading job search engine, and is a member of the Italian Founders Fund. Certilogo is a leading provider of digital authentication and secure end-to-end Digital Product Passport solutions, and has enabled over 570 million products to be traceable and interactive for more than 80 global fashion and luxury brands.

Muchaneta ten Napel

Shape Innovate

Muchaneta ten Napel

Founder and CEO,

Shape Innovate

Muchaneta ten Napel is the founder and CEO of Shape Innovate. Ten Napel works at the intersection of fashion innovation and policy. She is a member of the Ethical, Legal, and Social Issues (ELSI) Board at EIT Culture & Creativity, funded by the EU. She is also on the Advisory Board for the Munich Fashion Award (MFA), which aims to connect emerging fashion designers with scalable and replicable sustainability technologies. She served as a creative expert on UNFCCC Global Innovation Projects. In academia, she is a lecturer at the London College of Fashion, UAL. Underscoring her commitment to sustainable practices, she has collaborated with the Royal College of Art and the UKRI Interdisciplinary Textiles Circularity Centre. Additionally, she is an international consultant for the International Trade Centre (ITC), a joint agency of the World Trade Organization and the United Nations.

Muchaneta ten Napel is the founder and CEO of Shape Innovate. Ten Napel works at the intersection of fashion innovation and policy. She is a member of the Ethical, Legal, and Social Issues (ELSI) Board at EIT Culture & Creativity, funded by the EU. She is also on the Advisory Board for the Munich Fashion Award (MFA), which aims to connect emerging fashion designers with scalable and replicable sustainability technologies. She served as a creative expert on UNFCCC Global Innovation Projects. In academia, she is a lecturer at the London College of Fashion, UAL. Underscoring her commitment to sustainable practices, she has collaborated with the Royal College of Art and the UKRI Interdisciplinary Textiles Circularity Centre. Additionally, she is an international consultant for the International Trade Centre (ITC), a joint agency of the World Trade Organization and the United Nations.

Nienke Steen

Cradle to Cradle Product Innovation Institute

Nienke Steen

Global Director for Apparel, Textiles and Footwear,

Cradle to Cradle Product Innovation Institute

Nienke Steen is a truly passionate and experienced sustainability leader in the garment and textiles industry for about 20 years. As Global Director for Apparel, Textiles and Footwear at the Cradle to Cradle Product Innovation Institute she drives the systems change required to accelerate the circular transition in the sector together with companies, stakeholders and partners. Before joining the Institute, Steen worked at Modint, the Dutch trade association with 500 apparel, (interior) textiles and carpets brands and manufacturers, where she was responsible for the international sustainability strategy and consultancy department. Prior Steen was co-owner of FTF Productions, a sustainable and innovative fashion brand and production company and one of the first corporate responsibility managers in fashion. She graduated from the Amsterdam Fashion Institute in 2004. Steen is part of the advisory committee of the Circular Transition Indicators (CTI) for Fashion by the World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD). She served previously in the Steering group for the Agreement on Sustainable Garment & Textile, the Responsible Denim Alliance, the Fair Wear Committee of Experts and is the co-writer of a book: the Sustainable Material Guide for Apparel Companies (2016).

Nienke Steen is a truly passionate and experienced sustainability leader in the garment and textiles industry for about 20 years. As Global Director for Apparel, Textiles and Footwear at the Cradle to Cradle Product Innovation Institute she drives the systems change required to accelerate the circular transition in the sector together with companies, stakeholders and partners. Before joining the Institute, Steen worked at Modint, the Dutch trade association with 500 apparel, (interior) textiles and carpets brands and manufacturers, where she was responsible for the international sustainability strategy and consultancy department. Prior Steen was co-owner of FTF Productions, a sustainable and innovative fashion brand and production company and one of the first corporate responsibility managers in fashion. She graduated from the Amsterdam Fashion Institute in 2004. Steen is part of the advisory committee of the Circular Transition Indicators (CTI) for Fashion by the World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD). She served previously in the Steering group for the Agreement on Sustainable Garment & Textile, the Responsible Denim Alliance, the Fair Wear Committee of Experts and is the co-writer of a book: the Sustainable Material Guide for Apparel Companies (2016).

Omoyemi Akerele

Lagos Fashion Week and Style House Files

Omoyemi Akerele

Founder and CEO,

Lagos Fashion Week and Style House Files

Omoyemi Akerele is the founder and CEO of Lagos Fashion Week and Style House Files, playing a pivotal role in shaping the African fashion industry for over two decades. Her work focuses on strengthening the textile and apparel ecosystem by creating opportunities for brands, businesses, and communities to grow sustainably. Through Lagos Fashion Week, Akerele has built more than just a platform for showcasing talent; she has driven industry wide advocacy, created capacity-building programs, and facilitated access to new markets. Initiatives like SHF Trains, Woven Threads, and Green Access support emerging talent, promote sustainability, and foster innovation across the value chain.

Omoyemi Akerele is the founder and CEO of Lagos Fashion Week and Style House Files, playing a pivotal role in shaping the African fashion industry for over two decades. Her work focuses on strengthening the textile and apparel ecosystem by creating opportunities for brands, businesses, and communities to grow sustainably. Through Lagos Fashion Week, Akerele has built more than just a platform for showcasing talent; she has driven industry wide advocacy, created capacity-building programs, and facilitated access to new markets. Initiatives like SHF Trains, Woven Threads, and Green Access support emerging talent, promote sustainability, and foster innovation across the value chain.

Pascal Brun

Zalando

Pascal Brun

VP Sustainability and D&I,

Zalando

Pascal Brun is VP Sustainability and D&I at Zalando. He is responsible for driving the company’s strong commitment in the areas of Sustainability and D&I, pivotal for transforming both Zalando and the wider fashion industry. In his quest to achieve positive impact across the value chain, Brun is currently also part of the Board of Directors of Cascale, IFC, and Circ. Before joining Zalando in September 2023 and relocating to Berlin, Brun worked at H&M where his experience spanned across different continents and a variety of execution and strategic management roles over the last 16 years, focusing on Sustainability and Supply Chain Management.

Pascal Brun is VP Sustainability and D&I at Zalando. He is responsible for driving the company’s strong commitment in the areas of Sustainability and D&I, pivotal for transforming both Zalando and the wider fashion industry. In his quest to achieve positive impact across the value chain, Brun is currently also part of the Board of Directors of Cascale, IFC, and Circ. Before joining Zalando in September 2023 and relocating to Berlin, Brun worked at H&M where his experience spanned across different continents and a variety of execution and strategic management roles over the last 16 years, focusing on Sustainability and Supply Chain Management.

Pernille Weiss-Ehler

European Commission

Pernille Weiss-Ehler

Member of Cabinet of Commissioner Jessika Roswall,

European Commission

Pernille Weiss-Ehler is Member of Cabinet of Commissionaire Roswall, Environment, Water Resilience and a Competitive Circular Economy. She is the Water Resilient Expert of the Cabinet. Former Member of the European Parliament (2019-2024) where she was full member of the ITRE and the ENVI Committees on the topics of water, energy, textiles, circular economy, and pharma. Chair of MEP Water. Weiss-Ehler holds several academic degrees and has worked as both as public and private manager, as entrepreneur after starting her career as a nurse. Before coming to Bruxelles and the EU Institutions she had for 11 years her own consultancy company focused on public buildings and their impact on services, productivity, efficiency, and quality experience.

Pernille Weiss-Ehler is Member of Cabinet of Commissionaire Roswall, Environment, Water Resilience and a Competitive Circular Economy. She is the Water Resilient Expert of the Cabinet. Former Member of the European Parliament (2019-2024) where she was full member of the ITRE and the ENVI Committees on the topics of water, energy, textiles, circular economy, and pharma. Chair of MEP Water. Weiss-Ehler holds several academic degrees and has worked as both as public and private manager, as entrepreneur after starting her career as a nurse. Before coming to Bruxelles and the EU Institutions she had for 11 years her own consultancy company focused on public buildings and their impact on services, productivity, efficiency, and quality experience.

Rachel Kolbe Semhoun

Kering

Rachel Kolbe Semhoun

Head of Sustainable Sourcing and Nature Initiatives,

Kering

Rachel Kolbe Semhoun joined Kering in February 2024 as Head of Sustainable Sourcing and Nature initiatives. In this role, she is in charge of developing sustainable supply chains for the Group’s Houses, and most specifically materials produced from regenerative agriculture. Semhoun also oversees the Group’s nature initiatives, which include deploying Kering’s strategies for biodiversity, water, and ecosystems.

Rachel Kolbe Semhoun joined Kering in February 2024 as Head of Sustainable Sourcing and Nature initiatives. In this role, she is in charge of developing sustainable supply chains for the Group’s Houses, and most specifically materials produced from regenerative agriculture. Semhoun also oversees the Group’s nature initiatives, which include deploying Kering’s strategies for biodiversity, water, and ecosystems.

Saqib Sohail

Artistic Milliners

Saqib Sohail

Lead - Responsible Business Projects,

Artistic Milliners

Saqib Sohail, a life long learner and Lead - Responsible Business Projects at Artistic Milliners, focuses on ESG, sustainable cotton, and community programs. Awarded the Ryan Young Climate + Award, he's a Vogue Business 2024 Innovator and UNFCCC Steering Committee member. With degrees from North Carolina State and Textile Institute of Pakistan, he's a published author on sustainability, productivity, and fashion. His work aims to create just and equitable supply chains.

Saqib Sohail, a life long learner and Lead - Responsible Business Projects at Artistic Milliners, focuses on ESG, sustainable cotton, and community programs. Awarded the Ryan Young Climate + Award, he's a Vogue Business 2024 Innovator and UNFCCC Steering Committee member. With degrees from North Carolina State and Textile Institute of Pakistan, he's a published author on sustainability, productivity, and fashion. His work aims to create just and equitable supply chains.

Sarah Kent

The Business of Fashion

Sarah Kent

Chief Sustainability Correspondent,

The Business of Fashion

Sarah Kent is Chief Sustainability Correspondent at The Business of Fashion. She is considered one of the industry's leading journalists on climate and labour. In 2020, she created and launched impact tracker The BoF Sustainability Index. Previously, Kent covered oil companies and energy markets at The Wall Street Journal. She has a Bachelors in History from the University of Oxford.

Sarah Kent is Chief Sustainability Correspondent at The Business of Fashion. She is considered one of the industry's leading journalists on climate and labour. In 2020, she created and launched impact tracker The BoF Sustainability Index. Previously, Kent covered oil companies and energy markets at The Wall Street Journal. She has a Bachelors in History from the University of Oxford.

Shelly Heald Han

Fair Labor Association

Shelly Heald Han

Executive Vice President,

Fair Labor Association

Shelly Heald Han thrives at the intersection of human rights and business. At FLA she leads advocacy efforts promoting labor rights around the globe, with a focus on protections for migrant workers in apparel supply chains. Prior to joining FLA, Han spent 15 years in the U.S. Government combatting corruption, protecting human rights defenders and journalists, and developing policies related to trade and national security. She has also worked in the private sector, helping companies ethically do business in international markets.

Shelly Heald Han thrives at the intersection of human rights and business. At FLA she leads advocacy efforts promoting labor rights around the globe, with a focus on protections for migrant workers in apparel supply chains. Prior to joining FLA, Han spent 15 years in the U.S. Government combatting corruption, protecting human rights defenders and journalists, and developing policies related to trade and national security. She has also worked in the private sector, helping companies ethically do business in international markets.

Tana Dai

Erdos Cashmere Group

Tana Dai

General Manager,

Erdos Cashmere Group

As an enterprise born in grassland, sustainability is at heart of Erdos Cashmere Group. Tana Dai keeps sustainability at the forefront of the group’s strategic planning. She is one of the promoters of the establishment of the group’s sustainability strategy ERDOS WAY in 2018. With the guidance of ERDOS WAY, she’s leading the group to promote and implement the concept of ‘responsible cashmere’ across the whole industrial chain. To further advance the sustainable actions at the begging of the supply chain, Dai led the set-up of the Erdos Eco Ranch, where the group invests in research to develop stainable and responsible cashmere production approaches.

As an enterprise born in grassland, sustainability is at heart of Erdos Cashmere Group. Tana Dai keeps sustainability at the forefront of the group’s strategic planning. She is one of the promoters of the establishment of the group’s sustainability strategy ERDOS WAY in 2018. With the guidance of ERDOS WAY, she’s leading the group to promote and implement the concept of ‘responsible cashmere’ across the whole industrial chain. To further advance the sustainable actions at the begging of the supply chain, Dai led the set-up of the Erdos Eco Ranch, where the group invests in research to develop stainable and responsible cashmere production approaches.

Tokunboh Ishmael

Alitheia Capital

Tokunboh Ishmael

Co-Founder and Managing Director,

Alitheia Capital

Tokunboh Ishmael is a global voice for creating wealth and impact by unlocking the potential of businesses that provide essential goods and services that address the accessibility, affordability, and inclusion needs of underserved markets to drive superior performance and shared prosperity. She is co-founder and Managing Director of Alitheia Capital, a female-led impact investing private equity firm, a Yale World Fellow, and a member of the inaugural cohort of the Aspen Institute’s Finance Leaders Fellowship. Ishmael was a Dragon Panelist on the popular Dragons Den Nigeria TV show and currently sits on a number of corporate boards. As a dynamic speaker she shares her over two decades of knowledge on topics including Private Equity and Venture Capital in Africa; ESG and Impacting Investing; Gender Lens Investing; and Diversity and Inclusion.

Tokunboh Ishmael is a global voice for creating wealth and impact by unlocking the potential of businesses that provide essential goods and services that address the accessibility, affordability, and inclusion needs of underserved markets to drive superior performance and shared prosperity. She is co-founder and Managing Director of Alitheia Capital, a female-led impact investing private equity firm, a Yale World Fellow, and a member of the inaugural cohort of the Aspen Institute’s Finance Leaders Fellowship. Ishmael was a Dragon Panelist on the popular Dragons Den Nigeria TV show and currently sits on a number of corporate boards. As a dynamic speaker she shares her over two decades of knowledge on topics including Private Equity and Venture Capital in Africa; ESG and Impacting Investing; Gender Lens Investing; and Diversity and Inclusion.

Zaya Guarani

Model, Actress, Producer, Indigenous and Sustainability Activist

Zaya Guarani

Model, Actress, Producer, Indigenous and Sustainability Activist

Zaya Guarani is a visionary Indigenous activist, storyteller, and advocate for environmental justice and cultural preservation. Rooted in her Guarani heritage, she amplifies Indigenous wisdom as a vital solution for climate action and sustainability.

Through her work focusing on decolonizing fashion, and environmental advocacy, Guarani bridges traditional knowledge with global conversations, challenging systemic barriers and promoting regenerative practices.

As a leader on the frontlines of the climate crisis, and a voice for the Amazon and Indigenous communities worldwide she works to protect Indigenous rights, lands, and ancestral knowledge, ensuring they remain at the heart of a sustainable future.

Her mission is to inspire systemic change, foster meaningful dialogue, and uplift the voices of Indigenous communities worldwide where leadership is recognized as essential to our collective future.

Zaya Guarani is a visionary Indigenous activist, storyteller, and advocate for environmental justice and cultural preservation. Rooted in her Guarani heritage, she amplifies Indigenous wisdom as a vital solution for climate action and sustainability.

Through her work focusing on decolonizing fashion, and environmental advocacy, Guarani bridges traditional knowledge with global conversations, challenging systemic barriers and promoting regenerative practices.

As a leader on the frontlines of the climate crisis, and a voice for the Amazon and Indigenous communities worldwide she works to protect Indigenous rights, lands, and ancestral knowledge, ensuring they remain at the heart of a sustainable future.

Her mission is to inspire systemic change, foster meaningful dialogue, and uplift the voices of Indigenous communities worldwide where leadership is recognized as essential to our collective future.