Sustainability & Survival: Building a Purpose-Driven Business with Frank Peralta
We’re excited to welcome Frank Peralta, founder of Peralta Clothing and a visionary in sustainable design, to the CODE Campus. In collaboration with Enactus Berlin, we’re hosting an evening dedicated to the intersection of entrepreneurship, social impact, and the honest reality of building a sustainable brand.
Frank will share his journey—from 3D product design for automotive giants to founding a startup that challenges the fashion industry’s status quo. This session isn’t about "greenwashing" or easy wins; it’s a deep dive into the grit required to stay true to a mission while navigating the market.
During the session, we’ll explore:
💡 The Founder’s Journey: How Frank built Peralta Clothing and what it really means to create a sustainable company.
🌍 Purpose vs. Profit: How to balance social impact with a viable business model (and the critical decisions along the way).
🚀 Bootstrapping Sustainability: Why you don’t always need VC money to make an impact.
🤝 The Power of Network: How ecosystems like Enactus help early-stage social entrepreneurs thrive.
Join us for an interactive talk, a critical look at modern entrepreneurship, and a chance to meet the Enactus Berlin community.
🕒 Schedule
18:15 – 18:30: Doors Open & Welcome
18:30 – 19:15: Interactive Talk with Frank Peralta
19:15– 19:45: Open Q&A & Enactus Berlin Intro
19:45 – 21:00: Networking & Drinks
👤 About Frank Peralta
Frank is a designer and entrepreneur based in Berlin. With a background in the automotive industry (Audi, VW) and 3D design, he founded Peralta Clothing to redefine sustainable streetwear. He is a recipient of the Berlin Start Up Stipendium and a passionate advocate for mindful production.
🌐 About Enactus Berlin
Enactus is the world’s largest experiential learning platform dedicated to creating a better world while developing the next generation of entrepreneurial leaders. Enactus Berlin connects students from various universities to build social startups that solve real-world problems. They are the go-to network if you want to turn your tech or business skills into social impact.
📍 Location
CODE University of Applied Sciences Campus @ Berlin-Neukölln