

Lunch & Learn Session: Closing the Loop - How Female Leaders are driving Impact in Recycling
About the Event
How can stronger collaboration between startups, corporates, and finance accelerate circularity and drive real impact?
At Closing the Loop, we’re bringing together senior female leaders who are shaping the future of recycling.
This intimate lunch session is designed to spark dialogue, inspire partnerships, and exchange bold ideas for building a truly circular economy.
Expect a mix of insights and connection, all driven by and for women leading the green transformation.
Agenda
1. Welcome Remarks
Kick-off by the hosts - Women in Climate Tech, Tech for Net Zero, and BCG X
2. Expert Panel Discussion
Exploring how female founders and investors are driving impact across sustainability, recycling and advanced materials.
Featuring:
↳ Urte Zahn, CEO, Re-Fresh Global
↳ Maike Lambarth, CEO & Co-Founder, Cyclize
↳ Laura Coppen, Lead Sustainable Investments, H&M Ventures
↳ Dr. Ivana Krkljuš, Strategic Senior Manager Green Transformation, BASF
Moderated by Yingxi Chen, Principle, BCG X
3. Networking & Lunch
Good food, great people, and inspiring conversations.
Who’s invited:
A select group of senior female leaders from startups, corporates, and finance - all shaping what’s next for recycling and sustainability.
Participation is limited and subject to confirmation to ensure a highly curated exchange.