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From waste to profit: Industrial-scale textile recycling
Sustainability & Ecology

Wed. September 4, 12:45PM

From waste to profit: Industrial-scale textile recycling

Can numbers stop fashion from destroying the planet? Join Christophe Berlo, CFO of Resortecs, the European leader of the circular transition in fashion. 

Join us to hear the inspiring story of Resortecs, a pioneer in the circular economy set to revolutionise the textile industry. With heat-dissolvable stitching threads and thermal disassembly systems that simplify recycling, Resortecs — REcycling, SORting, TEChnologieS — has established itself as the European leader in the circular transition of fashion.

Christophe Berlo will share Resortecs' journey since its inception. How did they ensure that a high-impact company remains sustainable over time? What were their biggest barriers and how did they overcome them? What are the main challenges for an impact-driven company today? What needs to change to allow more impact-driven companies to emerge? And how will the circular economy business model become the new standard of doing business?

This event is a collaboration with Réseau Entreprendre Bruxelles and is part of their "Impact Day" programme.

Réseau Entreprendre Bruxelles is a strong collective of entrepreneurs sharing deeply human values, with a mission to support entrepreneurs and create sustainable jobs in Brussels.

speaker

Christophe Berlo

At 37 years old, Christophe Berlo is the Chief Financial Officer of Resortecs since 4 years. He ensures that the necessary funds for the company's development are always available.

moderator

Vinz Kanté

Vinz Kanté is a Belgian artist and ecological activist renowned for radically reinventing his career. He initially gained fame as a DJ and radio host, becoming popular in the 2010s with his dynamic stunts on Fun Radio and NRJ. This success in the music and nightlife scene led him to collaborate with major brands like Samsung, Mercedes, and Brussels Airlines. In 2021, influenced by environmental crises and the COVID-19 pandemic, Kanté transitioned from entertainment to raising public awareness about environmental issues. He founded the media outlet "Limit," using engaging social media content to inform and inspire. His videos, blending entertainment with education, have garnered significant attention on YouTube, where he interviews prominent experts. Today, Vinz Kanté is a leading figure in European ecological activism, advocating for radical change and systemic reform. His documentary "Même pas peur," which explores eco-anxiety as a catalyst for change, has won awards and been broadcast on major channels like RTBF. Kanté’s evolution from pop culture icon to committed activist showcases his innovative approach to combining entertainment, education, and social action to champion the causes he cares deeply about.

this event is limited to members only

Start
Wed. September 4, 12:45PM
End
Wed. September 4, 2:00PM
Format
TheMerode Talks
Guest allowed?
No

Address

Event
Place Poelaert, 6
1000 Brussels
Belgium
Parking
Parking Poelaert, Place Poelaert 1000 Brussels

Detailed programme

Welcome
Wed. September 4, 12:45PM
Talk and Q&A
Wed. September 4, 1:00PM
End
Wed. September 4, 2:00PM

this event is sold out