Legislation or Road to Transition?
by Miriam Geelhoed
The fashion and textile industry is on the brink of significant change, with a wave of new legislation on the horizon. But with different timelines and scopes, how can companies keep track of what’s coming and understand its practical implications? In this crucial session, Miriam Geelhoed, Senior Consultant at Modint, will guide you through the complex landscape of new legislation impacting the industry.
Key Takeaways:
- A clear understanding of the key legislation affecting the fashion and textile industry.
- Insights into the practical implications of these laws for your business.
- Guidance on how to integrate compliance into your sustainability strategy.
- A strategic overview of the industry’s transition towards a sustainable future.
Miriam, with her extensive experience in corporate sustainability, product development, and digitalization, will not only provide an update on the most important legislation related to social and environmental responsibility but also explore the “why” and “how” behind these changes. By illustrating the coherence and connections among these developments, she aims to offer a clear roadmap for companies navigating the transition towards a sustainable future.
Preview program
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Willem Swager
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Sylvia Snoeren
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Wim Neels
Devan Chemicals - System ChangeARENA ONE, 11:10 am - 11:30 amA Leader in upcycling
Esther Smit
Oxious Talent Factory - DPP-ready labelling with Trimco Group’s ProductDNA®ARENA ONE, 11:35 am - 11:45 amClaire Piccinno
Trimco Group