Design & Systems Thinking

Designing Transitions: Christian Bason on Leadership, Innovation and Sustainable Change

Discover transformative insights with Christian Bason, Co-Founder of Transition Collective, a global leader in sustainable change. Former head of the Danish Design Center and MindLab, Christian blends design and governance to drive innovation. Author of Expand: Stretching the Future by Design, he trains executives at CEDEP/INSEAD and Harvard. A Creative Bureaucrat Prize winner with a […]

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Wholegrain Thinking: Sustainable Web Practices with Tom Greenwood

Meet Tom Greenwood, sustainable design pioneer and co-founder of Wholegrain Digital. Author of Sustainable Web Design and creator of the Sustainable Web Manifesto and Website Carbon, Tom is driving the digital industry toward a greener future. With features in BBC, CNN, and top tech podcasts, plus talks at global events like WordCamp Europe, Tom brings

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Brewing Change: James Grugeon on Purpose-Led Innovation and Climate Action

In this session, James Grugeon shares powerful insights from his two-decade journey as an environmental and social entrepreneur. From founding The Good Beer Co to partnering with communities and businesses to combat climate change, James highlights the importance of courage, collaboration, and purpose-led innovation. He reflects on building impactful connections, prototyping sustainable ideas, and using

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Turning Plastic Bottles into Purposeful Activewear | Rhianna Knight of Amble Outdoors

In this session, Melbourne-based designer Rhianna Knight, founder of Amble Outdoors, shares her journey of creating a purpose-driven activewear brand that prioritizes sustainability, inclusivity, and ethical practices. Rhianna talks about what sparked her passion, how she transforms recycled plastic bottles into high-performance fabrics, and the challenges she’s faced building a transparent supply chain. Her brand

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How to Build Purpose-Driven Products That Truly Connect | Eli Harrell

In this insightful talk, Eli Harrell, social entrepreneur and co-founder of Valhalla.team, shares his proven framework for creating purpose-centric products. Drawing from years of experience building and advising businesses globally, Eli breaks down the four pillars of product development, the ideal team structure, and the importance of embedding purpose into every customer interaction. Learn how

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Designing for Impact: Fireside Chat with Tom Allen of Impact Boom

Join us for a powerful conversation with Tom Allen, Founder and CEO of Impact Boom, a global social impact agency that’s supported over 220 social enterprises. Tom shares insights on leading purpose-driven ventures, the importance of human-centred design, and why creating positive change also requires great products. He reflects on building alignment, breaking through echo

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Reclaiming Period Power: Sarah Ripper on Menstrual Equity, Ethics & Building Myoni

In this session, Sarah Ripper, Co-Founder of Myoni, discusses how her social enterprise is challenging menstrual taboos and reshaping how we think about period care. Myoni creates ethical, Australian-made menstrual products with a mission far beyond profit — it’s about driving a paradigm shift in how we talk about menstruation, sustainability, and cycle awareness. Sarah

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Empowering Artisan Communities Through Sustainable Design: Ira Puspita on Kayu&Co.

Ira Puspita, founder of Kayu&Co., shares how her social enterprise supports Indonesian village artisans by creating sustainable, upcycled wooden homewares for global markets. Built on principles of equality, circularity, and community, Kayu&Co. preserves cultural heritage while reducing waste and providing meaningful employment. Topics covered:  About Ira Puspita: Ira believes equality should be for all, no

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Building a Circular Business: How Seljak Brand Turns Textile Waste into Sustainable Design

Samantha Seljak, co-founder of Seljak Brand, explains how the business uses textile waste to create circular, sustainable products, hoping to reduce global warming. She highlights their closed-loop wool blankets and the company’s commitment to driving change in the fashion and design industries. Topics covered:  About Samantha Seljak:Samantha Seljak is the co-founder and managing director of

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Empathic Innovation for Impact: Q&A with Ben Pecotich, Founder of Dynamic4

Join us for a Q&A with Ben Pecotich, Founder of Dynamic4 — a social enterprise and B Corp using design and innovation to create happier, more sustainable communities. Ben shares how he coaches leaders to tackle meaningful challenges with empathy, creativity, and purpose — balancing positive impact with financial success and well-being. Perfect for changemakers,

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