​Join Us for a Bold Conversation on Circularity and Sustainability

​We're bringing together a lively crew of passionate climate advocates and sustainable design doers for an evening that's part exploration, part critique, part very tasty snacks & drinks, and all about fresh perspectives to level up your thinking.

Our event will kick off with a brief but insightful overview from sustainability expert Dr. Leyla Acaroglu, exploring where the circularity space is headed and touching on key sustainable design trends—what’s working, what’s not, and what the future might hold. Her insights will lay the groundwork for an evening of thought-provoking discussions, and creative reflection.

​Next, we’ll shift to a lively session led by Julio Salazar, co-founder of Fuckup Nights, where you'll hear two unforgettable (and perhaps a little cringeworthy) stories of sustainability missteps—because we learn the most from our failures. Then, we’ll invite the audience to join a quirky quiz/game designed to challenge your familiarity on some of the biggest design and sustainability blunders of our time.

​As we close out the evening, you’ll dive into a fast-paced Design Challenge where you’ll tackle absurd (but very real) sustainability problems. It’s a fun, hands-on way to flex your strategic thinking muscles and come up with creative opportunities you can take back to your organization.

​That’s right—some of these insights and reflections will influence your 2025 strategic planning process. This isn’t just another event; it’s a space to spark connections that will help you approach next year differently.

​So bring a co-founder, colleague, or friend who's ready to challenge conventional thinking and inspire innovative approaches to solving the climate crisis.

​Whether you're a creative, designer, sustainability advocate, or climate tech entrepreneur, this is your chance to connect with like-minded leaders—and our world-class co-facilitators.

​Here's some more context on our co-facilitators:

Dr. Leyla Acaroglu challenges people to think differently about how the world works.

​An award-winning designer, sustainability provocateur, social scientist and entrepreneur, Leyla Acaroglu (PhD) developed the Disruptive Design Method and creates educational experiences, toolkits, and social enterprises that help design a sustainable, circular and regenerative future.

​She's a mainstage TED speaker, LinkedIn Changemaker and was named UNEP Champion of the Earth in 2016 for her work in advancing science and innovation for sustainability. Leyla leads presentations around the world on activating positive social and environmental change through systems interventions. As an entrepreneur, she founded the UnSchool, Disrupt Design, the CO Project Farm, and Circular Futures. In addition to her entrepreneurial initiatives, Leyla was invited to be the honorary Chief Circular Designer for Circular Australia.

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Julio Salazar is an entrepreneur committed to busting the myths and narratives that constrain human potential.

​​His belief in positive change has led him to co-found three impactful social enterprises, each focused on different facets of humanizing the future of work.

​​As a seasoned advisor to global organizations, Julio specializes in innovation strategy, business design, as well as supporting tech for good initiatives. His leadership roles include guiding Cirklo, a BCorp committed to cultivating purpose-driven cultures within Latin America's foremost organizations, and the consolidation and scaling of Fuckup Nights, a worldwide movement hosting monthly events across 200 cities.

​Don't think twice, it's gonna be fun!

​There are discounted tickets available. Apply at registration.
And if you bring a friend, there's a special discount available.
There will be a mix of snacks, with veggie friendly options.
There will be a mix of drinks, non-alcoholic as well.