The fashion industry is one of the most strategic economic sectors in Italy, yet also among those with the most significant negative environmental impact. The Round Table aims to be a moment of dialogue not only to spotlight the current state of circular economy practices within the Fashion & Accessories sector, but also to share outstanding entrepreneurial stories and best practices, where innovation stands as the main driver of change. Thanks to the participation of Francesca Romana Rinaldi, Professor at SDA Bocconi and Director of the Monitor for Circular Fashion, attendees will have the opportunity to gain insights from the Observatory’s latest data on strategic trends shaping the fashion sector. From second-hand fashion—with its environmental and social impacts—to real-world examples of product innovation applicable to the fashion world, from technological tools revolutionizing the industry to the crucial role of communication in engaging and informing consumers: these will be the core topics of the discussion. The Round Table, starting at 5:00 PM and concluding with a Networking Cocktail, will be moderated by Filippo Poletti, Professional Journalist, Executive MBA graduate at POLIMI GSOM, LinkedIn Top Voice. Featured speakers will include: Alfio Fontana, Corporate Partnership & CSR Manager, Humana People to People Italia Emanuela Sara Mattioli, Co-Founder, Baby Bis Silvia Mazzanti, Sustainability Manager, Save the Duck Claudia Pievani, Founder, Miomojo Roberta Pirisino, Co-Founder, EPHOTO “We have worked with the fashion world since our very beginning: as a Digital Content Hub and B Corp certified company, we feel the responsibility to promote sustainable models through both communication and content production in the fashion industry,” says Roberta Pirisino, Co-Founder of EPHOTO. She adds: “Digital innovation provides extraordinary tools to promote reuse and raise awareness among consumers. We believe that the synergy between creativity and technology can truly drive positive change.” “At a time of significant transformation for the textile and fashion industry, we believe it is essential to build networks and collaborate toward more responsible and sustainable models for both the planet and people,” adds Alfio Fontana, Corporate Partnership & CSR Manager at Humana People to People Italia. “Opportunities like this are invaluable for sparking meaningful dialogue and reshaping future scenarios together—starting from real stories of change.” On the occasion of the Round Table, industry professionals and representatives from leading companies—committed to redefining the concept of responsible fashion—will gather to share insights grounded in experience, innovation, and vision for a more sustainable future.