Next-Gen Materials: Innovating for a Sustainable Future

A Visionary Conversation on Materials That Shape Tomorrow

Join us for a conversation organized by our Sustainability Committee on materials alternatives, regenerative processes, and how interdisciplinary collaboration is driving the shift toward a more sustainable material world.

Speakers:

• Christian Butzlaff - Chief sustainability solution architect - SAP 
• John Felts - Cofounder & CEO - Cruz Foam 
• Robert Fleming - Cofounder & CTO - Artefact 
• Farshad Toomadj - CMF & Advanced Development - Rivian

As the world accelerates toward climate goals and circular economies, innovative materials are reshaping industries—from construction to fashion, packaging to electronics.

This panel brings together pioneers in material science, design, and sustainable manufacturing to explore breakthroughs that reduce environmental impact, enhance recyclability and circularity, and unlock new potentials for responsible industries.

Don’t miss this inspiring discussion on the future of sustainable materials!

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