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Seasoned Circularity and Sustainable Investment Leader

Principal Circularity & Sustainable Investments Leader

Europe

Description

This executive is a seasoned sustainability strategist with over a decade of expertise in circular economy, climate strategy, and sustainable investments within the fashion and consumer goods sectors. Combining strategy consulting, in-house retail leadership, and venture investment experience, this professional drives innovation and systemic change. Known for leading multi-disciplinary teams and forging strategic partnerships at the intersection of circular business models and net zero ambitions, this leader is deeply engaged in developing scalable solutions that extend product lifecycle and decarbonize complex supply chains.

Key Roles

•Established and currently lead a circularity and sustainable investment portfolio, managing direct and fund investments exceeding multi-million euros with strategic focus on textile recycling and material innovation.
•Led development and piloting of pioneering circular business models including resale-as-a-service, care and repair pilots, and textile take-back programs.
•Supported C-suite climate and sustainability strategy deployment across leading multinational clients, delivering carbon modeling, net zero roadmaps, and circular economy frameworks.
•Participates as domain expert in innovation programs mentoring early-stage climate tech startups focused on circular economy, decarbonization, and carbon removal technologies.
•Angel investor and author of influential reports on circular fashion’s financial viability and plastics policy, with a recognized voice in global industry networks.

Education

•Sustainable Finance executive program at a top-tier UK university
•Online Business Strategy program at a leading international management school
•Bachelor's degree in Geography from a major European university

Focus Areas

Circular Economy StrategySustainable Investments & Corporate Venture CapitalClimate Strategy & Carbon CompensationMaterial Innovation & Textile RecyclingSustainability Integration & Business Model Innovation

Industries

Fashion & ApparelConsumer GoodsSustainability & Climate TechnologyVenture Capital

Geographical Coverage

EuropeGermanyGlobal

Stage

GrowthEarly Stage StartupsCorporate Innovation

Personal Interests

Outdoor sports including running, hiking, cricket, tennis, and padelDiving and surfingSustainability advocacyPhotographyTravel

Meet Me

I’m a passionate advocate for circularity and climate strategy with over a decade of experience bridging sustainable investments and transformative business models, particularly within fashion and consumer goods. I focus on enabling organizations to embed circular economy principles at scale and mentor startups creating breakthrough climate solutions. Outside of work, I enjoy outdoor activities like cricket and diving, and exploring new places with photography.

Personas

Circular Economy Architect

•Designed and scaled circularity portfolios and piloted multiple business models embedding net zero objectives within leading consumer platforms.
•Deep expertise in textile-to-textile recycling, resale, rental, and repair strategies enabling systemic reduction of environmental footprints.
•Led cross-functional teams delivering industry-first pilots while engaging senior leaders and partners across the sustainability ecosystem.

Superpowers

Superpowers not available

Sweet Spot

This leader thrives where strategic investment meets circular innovation in fashion and consumer goods. Their unique blend of consulting, startup mentoring, and in-house leadership enables unlocking impactful sustainable business models and investment opportunities, driving both environmental and commercial value for corporate and startup ecosystems.

Functional Skills

Sustainable Investment & Venture Strategy

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Corporate Venture Capital Strategy- Developed sustainable investment strategies, including direct startup and fund investments totaling multi-million euros.

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Portfolio & Dealflow Management- Built and manages proprietary tracking tools covering extensive startup ecosystems, overseeing screening, due diligence, and follow-on investments.

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Startup Ecosystem Engagement- Serves as domain expert supporting entrepreneurs in climate tech innovation and advancing circular economy solutions.

Circular Economy & Climate Strategy

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Circular Business Model Design- Led pilots on resale-as-a-service, care and repair, and textile take-back programs, scaling circularity aligned with net zero targets in consumer platforms.

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Climate Strategy and Carbon Modelling- Delivered comprehensive climate strategies for multinational clients, including dynamic Scope 3 emissions scenario modeling and net zero roadmaps.

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Sustainability Program Leadership- Directed cross-functional teams implementing sustainability strategies within rapidly scaling organizations and engaging stakeholders at major global events.

Communication & Thought Leadership

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Report Authoring & Industry Influence- Published influential analyses on circular fashion’s economic viability and plastics policy, recognized as a thought leader in sustainable fashion.

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Executive & Stakeholder Engagement- Effectively communicates sustainability strategies and circular economy imperatives to senior executives and board-level audiences.

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Mentorship & Education- Mentors startups and contributes to leadership development programs focused on sustainable business and circular economy.

User Manual

This professional operates best when entrusted with autonomy to develop sustainability frameworks integrating investment, innovation, and strategic partnerships. Thrives in environments valuing deep systems thinking, data-driven decision-making, and collaborative stakeholder engagement. Regular alignment on vision and outcomes combined with flexibility in execution maximizes impact.