What is the BFA Sustainability Summit?
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What is the BFA Sustainability Summit?

April 17, 2024, HILTON BIRMINGHAM METROPOLE @NEC

An initiative from the British Footwear Association that will bring together businesses at all stages of their environmental, sustainable and governance journey.

The summit will feature several expert presentations and discussions on current key sustainability issues and will provide a 2024 ESG outlook to help companies better plan for challenges and opportunities.

The event is open to both members and non-members of the BFA who consider sustainability to be a crucial aspect of their business.

The attendees will include business leaders, sustainability officers, footwear designers, product development professionals, and sourcing and material specialists. The goal is to initiate a discussion that is pertinent to all attendees.

Sustainability Summit 2023 Highlights

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Location & Times

APRIL 17th 2024
HILTON BIRMINGHAM METROPOLE, NEC
Registration & Coffee: 8:30 AM
Summit: 10:00 AM
Networking Drinks: 5 PM – 6:30 PM

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Guest Speakers

Vanessa Podmore

BFA Board Members & Founder of Podmore Consulting

Dr Andrew Hudson

Managing Director – Eurofins, BLC Leather Technology Centre Ltd

Joanne Jorgensen

Materials Design Director – Footwear Nike

Patrick Van Waes

Global Marketing Director – CovationBio | PDO

Scott Kuhlman

Co-Founder – Recircled

Charlotte Pumford

Head of Regeneration – Vivobarefoot

Louise Ryan

Design & Trend Consultant – LAR Creative

Ed Austin

Director – Segura

Rosie Cripps

Sourcing & Value Chain Lead – Vivobarefoot

Amanda Johnston

Curator and Consultant – The Sustainable Angle

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I’m thrilled to announce I’m attending the British Footwear Association’s Sustainability Summit, 17th April! 🌿 A pivotal event uniting business leaders and specialists to explore sustainability and the 2024 ESG outlook in the footwear industry. A fantastic opportunity to engage with experts and contribute to our sector’s growth. Be part of the key conversation in UK footwear on 17th April at Hilton Birmingham Metropole.

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Member ticket
£95
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£95
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Non-member ticket
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