Equip Sustainability Summit 2022
Join us in driving positive change in the outdoor industry!
As an outdoor industry, we are facing huge challenges: from climate change and the pressure on precious natural resources, to fairness and equal opportunities. We need to act now, and we need to work together.
The Equip Sustainability Summit 2022, taking place in Leusden/Netherlands on 5th April 2022, brought together more than 70 leading industry professionals, retailers, stakeholders and outdoor enthusiasts to explore opportunities and create a common vision for a more sustainable future.
The summit took place in the new European Rab Service Centre. After beginning operations in autumn 2021, the centre was officially opened at the event.
Debbie Read, Head of Corporate Communications and CSR at Equip, explains: “We couldn’t be happier about the outcome of our first international Equip Sustainability Summit. At Equip, we have committed to an ambitious CSR strategy that affects all levels of our business which demands strong and consistent effort. We know that change is hard, and we know we can’t do it alone. With the hugely positive response we received during the Sustainability Summit, we have seen that the only way forward is to tackle these challenges together.”
Join us in driving positive change in the outdoor industry!
As an outdoor industry, we are facing huge challenges: from climate change and the pressure on precious natural resources, to fairness and equal opportunities. We need to act now, and we need to work together.
The Equip Sustainability Summit will bring together leading industry professionals, stakeholders and outdoor enthusiasts to explore opportunities and create a common vision for a more sustainable future.
©Sebastiaan Hols
The summit took place in the new European Rab Service Centre. After beginning operations in autumn 2021, the centre was officially opened at the event.
Debbie Read, Head of Corporate Communications and CSR at Equip, explains:
“We couldn’t be happier about the outcome of our first international Equip Sustainability Summit. At Equip, we have committed to an ambitious CSR strategy that affects all levels of our business which demands strong and consistent effort. We know that change is hard, and we know we can’t do it alone. With the hugely positive response we received during the Sustainability Summit, we have seen that the only way forward is to tackle these challenges together.”
5th April 2022
Program:
13:00-13:30: Registration
13:30-14:00: Welcome
14:00-15:00: Panel & Industry Challenges
15:00-15:30: Comfort Break & Refreshments
15:30-16:00: Athlete Talk by Roeland van Oss
16:00-17:00: Panel Discussion
17:00-17:10: European Service Centre Opening
17:10-18:00: Guided Service Centre Tours
Covid Regulations: Equip will follow all guidance and regulations issued by the Netherlands. Please check regulations and entry requirements in your home country and the Netherlands before travelling.
Location:
Sports Business Center, Plesmanstraat 1, 3833 LA Leusden, Netherlands
Contact:
Equip Benelux: Gerard Ritter, Country Manager Benelux, gerard.ritter@equipbenelux.nl
Event management: Daniela Giannini, Marketing Manager Benelux, daniela.giannini@equipuk.com
Press enquiries: Sarah Kampf, PR & Communications Manager Europe, sarah.kampf@equipuk.com
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Summit Speakers
Gijs Loning
Outdoorguru
Albert Scholte
CEO | Bever
John Jansen
General Manager | Keen Footwear EMEA
Debbie Read
Head of Corporate Comms and CSR | Equip
Margreet Vrieling
Associate Director | Fair Wear
Roeland van Oss
Mountain Guide | Climb4Climate Athlete
Arne Strate
General Secretary | European Outdoor Group
Robin Baks
Director | NKBV
Roeland van Oss
Mountain Guide | Climb4Climate Athlete
Mark Held
Director | European Outdoor Group
Robin Baks
Director | NKBV
Introducing our new EU Service Centre
We are delighted to introduce you to our recently opened European Service Centre. Tours of the centre will be available to attendees of the Summit where they will visit the Wash and Repair Rooms and gain insights into how its offerings can contribute towards a more circular economy.
You can find more information on the work our team are doing to extend our products life below.
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Speaker topic
Arne Strate | President European Outdoor Group
As an outdoor industry, we are facing huge challenges: From climate change and the pressure on precious natural resources, to fairness and equal opportunities. We need to act now, and we need to work together. The Equip Sustainability Forum will bring together leading industry professionals, stakeholders and outdoor enthusiasts to explore opportunities and create a common vision for a more sustainable future.
Speaker topic
TBC | Fair Wear Foundation
As an outdoor industry, we are facing huge challenges: From climate change and the pressure on precious natural resources, to fairness and equal opportunities. We need to act now, and we need to work together. The Equip Sustainability Forum will bring together leading industry professionals, stakeholders and outdoor enthusiasts to explore opportunities and create a common vision for a more sustainable future.
Speaker topic
Debbie Read | Head of Corporate Communications and CSR Equip
As an outdoor industry, we are facing huge challenges: From climate change and the pressure on precious natural resources, to fairness and equal opportunities. We need to act now, and we need to work together. The Equip Sustainability Forum will bring together leading industry professionals, stakeholders and outdoor enthusiasts to explore opportunities and create a common vision for a more sustainable future.
