Adriana Galijasevic is a Founder & CEO of Cocircular Lab- solutions provider for circular product innovation and circular ecosystem creation. Last decade, she spent working with G-Star RAW where she spearheaded sustainable and circular product innovation, implementation and scaling across all G-Star RAW’s collections. Besides being one of the mentors at the FFG, she also serves on the House of Denim International Advisory Board, Advisory Board for ArtEZ Fashion Professorship, Cradle to Cradle Products Innovation Institute (C2CPII) Textiles & Apparel Experts Group. Additionally, she is one of the SDG Catalysts at Circular Fashion Summit by lablaco and an advisory committee memeber of the Conscious Fashion and Lifestyle Network.

Anupam is the Managing Partner of AP Law Chambers, a young (est. March 2020) and award winning law firm (ALB’s India’s Firm to Watch, 2021; Best New Law Firms, IBLJ, 2021), with presence in Mumbai, Hyderabad, New Delhi, Singapore. Anupam has significant experience in general corporate and commercial laws practice including drafting transactional documents and representing clients in structuring commercial transactions and in negotiations in areas pertaining to funds, private equity investments, joint ventures and mergers & acquisitions (onshore and offshore) – both sell and buy side.

While pursuing his Textile Engineering degree at North Carolina State University, he worked in retail sales for a major outdoor gear supplier. This close, daily interaction with customers and manufacturers helped him develop an appreciation for the importance of the customer’s voice to a product’s success. Following university, Ben found a role in Patagonia, Inc., working with their renowned Quality Lab.

Christine has over 20 years of professional experience at the intersection of sustainability, entrepreneurship, and innovation, with a specialisation in fashion. In 2021, she launched Sustainabelle Advisory Services focusing on innovation as the key to driving positive environmental and social impact. Previously, Christine was the Global Director of PANGAIA SCIENCE, the B2B arm of PANGAIA. Additionally, Christine was Head of Sustainable Innovation at Kering where she worked to fast-track circular and impact-driven innovations across the group.  She also spent several years at INSEAD in the Centre for Entrepreneurship, where she focused on business model innovation for double and triple bottom line companies. Before that, she launched the B2B business, Edun Live, part of the ethical fashion brand, Edun Apparel, founded by Ali Hewson and Bono. She also practiced as a corporate lawyer specialising in venture capital and private equity law. Christine attended Harvard University,  holds a law degree from Boston College Law School and has an MBA from INSEAD.

David Thompson helps leaders around the world communicate with more clarity, creativity and confidence. Drawing upon nearly 30 years of experience in corporate communications, executive coaching, and leadership development, David helps his clients harness their personal and professional resources for outstanding performance. David works with executives and teams from several organisations, including Alexander McQueen, Allen & Overy, Amgen, Biogen, Bottega Veneta, International SOS, Kering, PUMA, Pfizer, Saint Laurent, Whirlpool and many more. As an Executive Coach, David has helped more than 250 C-Suite executives, senior leaders and developing talents to achieve outstanding results. David also coaches teams to help them communicate, collaborate and operate more effectively than ever before. As a Communications Consultant, David helps clients discover, develop and deliver messages and stories that inspire action. David distils complex information and ideas into clear, compelling language. He provides guidance, feedback and encouragement to help clients share their ideas with impact and influence. David began his career with Ketchum Public Relations in Washington, D. C. He then joined the agency’s offices in Munich and in London, leading pan-European teams to support some of the firms largest accounts. David later served as Managing Director of Kallaway, one of the UK’s premier sponsorship and communications consultancies. David established his own consultancy in 2004 to provide communications counsel and professional development services. In addition to his experience in corporate communications and executive coaching, David has worked as an actor, director and producer – with a focus on the plays of Shakespeare. David incorporates his learning and experience from the world of theatre to help clients express themselves effectively and step fully into the different roles they play in their professional lives. David holds a BA in English Literature from Davidson College in Davidson, NC and an MA in Shakespearean Theatre from the University of Essex.

Dr. Siva Pariti is a leading expert in chemical management and sustainability within the textile, footwear, and leather industries. With over 25 years of experience, he specialises in production processes, chemical recycling, and the sustainable use of production chemicals. His work spans 46 countries, where he has advised on impactful solutions for manufacturing facilities. Holding a Ph.D. in Intermediates and Dyestuffs Technology and qualified as a Chartered Colourist, Dr. Pariti was awarded the Silver Medal by SDC UK for his contributions to the industry. He actively collaborates with industry leaders to drive sustainable practices in chemical management worldwide. Dr. Pariti currently serves as the Chief Impact Officer at BluWin.

Julian is an experienced commercial lawyer turned executive and life coach. Julian’s legal career has given him decades of experience advising major brands and working at the top end of big business, and he brings that commercial acumen to his work helping the founders, executive teams, and leaders he coaches. He works predominantly with seed and growth phase startups, SME’s, and his coaching engagements focus largely on leadership—for example, leading a growing workforce, effective communication, making difficult decisions, managing stakeholder and investor expectations and finding that elusive work-life balance.

Co-Founder and Partner of ANDx

Robert has a proven track record for developing innovation ecosystem initiatives that bridge the gaps between startups, startup development organizations, corporate entities, investors, academia and government. His vision to create Houston’s Downtown Launchpad innovation hub integrated specific ecosystem elements in a distinct space, fostering a robust environment to support high-growth, high-impact startups.

Sandra is a Partner at Founders Intelligence, the entrepreneur powered strategy consultancy at Founders Forum, the leading private network of technology founders and investors. Sitting at the intersection of the start-up and venture worlds, she works with global companies to set strategies for sustainable forms of growth through pioneering business models and new ventures. She leads FIs Sustainable Growth practice as well as its impact and IP work. Sandra has a multidisciplinary background spanning design strategy, new ventures and architecture in New York, Madrid and London, and is an active speaker on innovation and mentor to early stage businesses. She was previously a Director at Fahrenheit 212, where she led global projects and eventually co-launched and scaled its London office.

As a reputable thought leader on Sustainable Innovation, Sophie Mather, Material Futurist at Biov8tion, brings a depth of knowledge, innovative thinking and network to industry challenges. Her 20+ years’ (textiles/ apparel/ industry) experience spanning on the ground work at the brand, manufacturing and consulting level in the EU, Asia and US enables her to advise the ever challenged industry on cutting edge sustainable strategies and solutions.