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Ever felt like you're part of something bigger? That's the essence of a circular economy. It's all about connections. Networking and community building are the heartbeats of this sustainable movement. Imagine this: - Sipping coffee with an innovator who's found a new way to reduce waste. - Attending a workshop that turns a simple thought into a groundbreaking approach to reusing resources. These moments aren't just meet-ups. They're sparks that ignite a massive blaze of change. Think about it: - A manufacturer shakes hands with a recycler. What happens? A seamless cycle where nothing goes to waste. - Startups and investors come together. The result? Green careers become more than just a dream. But this journey isn't confined to the corporate world. It's about fostering a community that values every resource and understands the impact of each decision. From the decisions made by policymakers to the choices on your grocery list, every action creates waves. As we piece together this puzzle, remember: - Every conversation, every connection makes a difference. - We're not just networking—we're building a bridge to a sustainable future. So, what role will you play in this grand design?

Steelcase is a proud partner of NationSwell and I was thrilled to be in conversation with them on the #wellbeing of people and the planet. Their team and networks are taking impact to the next level. And we all want to make an impact with our lives. However, that impact is unique to each of us, depending on the lived and learned identities we hold that shape our purpose. The greatest impact we can have is to design for collective action by aligning everyone towards a shared vision. When we build a global learning community centered around progress, that’s when transformational action can accelerate. We can approach this through a lens of abundance, not scarcity; through urgent optimism, not fear. It’s important to remember that this is forever work. No matter the difference we make in our lifetime, there will always be more progress to make. The only way we can do this is when we build tables we can all have a seat at, and where we can show up as our authentic selves in an identity we love, while honoring the humanity of others. You belong here. #belonging #ESG #diversityandinclusion #sustainability #corporateresponsibility #employeeexperience #sustainablebusiness #employees #ethicalleadership #DiversityEquityInclusion #workplaceculture https://lnkd.in/dBCdchrj

Do you feel like the only fool who cares? 👇Curious to hear your thoughts on what you think is missing in Amsterdam to transition towards a Circular Economy. If anything of what you read, sounds like something you would like to collaborate on, feel free to shoot me a message! 👋 #circulareconomy #circular #community #circularamsterdam #networks #impact #acceleration

The Catalyst 2030 #Wellbeing event I led last month made the news! Fabulous work James Fierro and Bukola Dagiloke. "Last month's event, held at the state-of-the-art X+Why Fivefields workspace, featured a workshop led by the esteemed Dr. Lindsay Foreman. Known for her extensive #research and advocacy in well-being, Dr. Foreman provided attendees with invaluable insights and practical #tools to advance their own #sustainability projects where #productivity and well-being coexist." Catalyst 2030 is a global movement of #social #entrepreneurs and innovators committed to achieving the United Nations' #Sustainable #Development #Goals by 2030. Through #collaboration, advocacy, and the sharing of best practices, Catalyst 2030 aims to create #systemic change and a more sustainable future for all. United Nations #SDG #ClarityCards #ClarityCompass

🤝 Collaboration for Sustainability🌱 In 2024, the focus is on collaboration between businesses, governments, and civil society to tackle sustainability challenges. The most impactful initiatives are those where companies engage authentically with their communities and partners. Take IKEA, for example, which partnered with local organizations to support housing projects—showing how businesses can use their influence to drive real change. True societal impact comes from working together towards common goals. By aligning efforts, sharing resources, and building on each other’s strengths, we can create solutions that are sustainable, scalable, and meaningful. How is your organization engaging with partners to make a positive impact? #SustainabilityCollaboration #ImpactfulBusiness #CommunityEngagement #2024Trends #fajleyr

The sharing economy is an economic model where people share usage of goods and services often facilitated by online platforms. It promotes collaborative consumption and resource optimization, encouraging a sense of community and reducing waste. The sharing economy is likely to continue growing in the future due to its potential for cost savings, increased efficiency, and environmental sustainability. It aligns with the shift towards a more collaborative and resource-conscious society whilst also offering convenient access to goods and services without the need for ownership. Additionally, advancements in technology and changing consumer preferences contribute to the ongoing relevance and expansion of the sharing economy. #sharingeconomy #collaboration #sustainability Vanessa Jordens Lianne Bell Teesside University International Business School

🤔 Missing "S" in ESG & How Inclusion Can Boost Business 🙌 🚀 ⏰ Save the date & hour : 1 March, 10:30 - 11:30   👍 I am very much looking forward to this webinar where I will speak with my co-host Martin Stohl from Slovak Green Building Council with our guests Tamas Méri and Denis U. from Access4you.   🤔 We at PropTech Slovakia and FM Institute Slovakia often miss „S“ solutions in ESG strategies. This is not the case just in Slovakia but further in the world as well.   🎯 Just a couple of years ago, founders of Access4you came with very nice vision of change to a much more inclusive society that includes the biggest minority of people with various forms of disabilities. 🚀Now it seems to become the most elaborated and inspirational certification and information system with track-record of more than 1000 assessed locations in several EU countries.   We will speak about: 👉 Why this company was created? (Story of one of the co-founders) 👉 Who and How many people deserve special attention of Real Estate sector? 👉 What are the products Access4you can offer to help these people as well as Real Estate to be more inclusive and more successful in business?   🙋♂️ 🙋♀️ You can register here: https://lnkd.in/etAYeMcs #realestatebetter #ESG #inclusiveness #proptech #informationsociety #facilitymanagement #realestate #propertymanagement #certification

Looking forward to exploring more about all of this during an upcoming session this week as part of a series on Co-Creating Regenerative Cultures being hosted by Dave Pendle MA and also a "virtual bonfire" gathering next month (June 20, 6:00-7:30 pm CET) through the Fito Network 🧩 Networks Festival ... #Networks are not simply a strategy, a tactic, a means to an end. When considered from the perspective of "flow," they are an invitation to understand and act in the world that aligns better with #Life, a more expansive definition of health and human identity, and an important step in social and cultural #evolution. Connecting diverse perspectives; deepening #trust; distributing decision-making (see “subsidiarity“); supporting sovereignty, self-determination and self-organization; leaning into an ethic of #solidarity; developing new practices and platforms for #collaboration; sharing openly and equitably … these are (hopefully) not passing fads but the foundation for more just and sustainable societies. https://lnkd.in/gQj7v5Jy

How many times we have said this? ✍️ Designing better is the key! 🔑 - involving all is the master key 🔐! ✍️ #infinitygrowth #betterdesign #materialsbusiness Materials.Business Doris Hiam-Galvez, PhD #sustainability #sdg #design

What if we could host an UNLEASH Innovation Lab in every corner of the world? What if we could bring the UNLEASH experience to the countries of every single UNLEASH Community member? What if we could actually achieve the Sustainable Development Goals by 2030?   Research shows progress on the SDGs is stagnating, so if we want to make a difference to the future of our planet, we need to act fast, and one UNLEASH Innovation Lab every year is not enough. We need to mobilize more communities and create more impact, more often.   That’s why we’d like to invite our Community and like-minded organizations to co-create with us UNLEASH Innovation Labs.    🔗 Read more about this initiative on our website (link in comments).