Join us for an engaging fireside chat as we introduce Looper Textile Co., a pioneering company redefining how the fashion industry tackles textile waste. Through innovative solutions in reuse and recycling, Looper Textile Co. addresses one of the industry’s most pressing challenges: the staggering volume of garments destined for waste.

In this session, Hélène Smits will share the company’s mission, its action-first “Do First, Talk Later” strategy, and the critical role of collaboration among retailers, policymakers, and consumers. Moderated by Muchaneta ten Napel, the conversation will explore cutting-edge innovations in textile recycling, the distinction between post-consumer and industrial recycled materials, and the future of circular fashion.