Ellie.Talks #43 – Community Updates & Fall 2025 Launches with Amélie
In this very special episode of Ellie.Talks, our CEO and founder Julie Lietaer sits down with someone you may already know from behind the scenes: our community manager Amélie. This time, she’s switching sides of the microphone to share exclusive insights into what’s next for Ellie.Connect. From reflections on the first half of the year […]
EP42: Paving the path to impact from within with Céline Delaey (Dassy)
For this final episode before the summer break, we sat down with Céline Delaey, CSR officer at Dassy, a leading producer of workwear. In her role, Céline is shaping and implementing a sustainability strategy from the ground up, a strategy that touches everything from product design to employee engagement. Her journey is a refreshing reminder […]
EP41: Rethinking Reuse: Els Houttequiet (Herwin) on the Future of Secondhand Textiles: challenges, opportunities and solutions.
What happens to your clothes after you donate them? In episode 41 of Ellie.Talks, we explore the journey of secondhand textiles with Els Houttequiet, project manager at Herwin – the umbrella organisation for circular and social enterprises in Flanders. Together with Julie, Els delves into the challenges and opportunities surrounding reuse, recycling and export. From […]
Ellie.Talks Episode 40: Innovation, Circularity, and International Collaboration with Stefaan Verhamme
In episode 40 of Ellie.Talks, we had the pleasure of speaking with Stefaan Verhamme, International Affairs Manager and Cluster Manager New Materials at POM West-Vlaanderen. With a deep passion for his home region and a strong commitment to innovation, Stefaan plays a pivotal role in fostering collaboration and circularity within the textile industry. In this […]
EP39: Unlocking efficiency in textile sorting and E-Commerce through digitalization: How Trosort has the ambition to change the game
In the 39th episode of Ellie.Talks, we sat down with Achille Mathot, the founder of Trosort, a startup leveraging AI-powered tagging and automation to transform the textile industry. Our conversation explored how digitalization can enhance sustainability and transparency in the industry, making sorting and resale more efficient. Achille shared his journey, insights into the challenges […]
EP38: The value of strong business communities – Insights from Pieter-Jan Provoost of Agoria
In the latest episode of Ellie Talks, we had the pleasure of speaking with Pieter-Jan Provoost, Director Energy Technology Club at Agoria, Belgium’s leading federation for the technology industry. Pieter-Jan has years of experience in fostering business communities, supporting companies in navigating complex industrial landscapes, and promoting Belgian technological expertise on the global stage. In […]
EP37: ‘Be positively stubborn’. Inge Nuyens of Dox Interiors on innovation in the interior design industry.
In the latest episode of our podcast, we had the pleasure of speaking with Inge Nuyens, CEO and driving force behind Dox Interiors, a Belgian company renowned for its innovative interior concepts tailored for modern learning and working environments
EP36: “Duurzaam durven doen”: How Studio D’s founders are helping companies make an impact
In the latest episode of Ellie Talks, we had the pleasure of welcoming Charlotte Vandierendonck and Saartje Boutsen, the founders of Studio D, to discuss their inspiring new book, “duurzaam durven doen” (Daring to Be Sustainable). This episode dives deep into their backgrounds, the motivations behind their work, and the practical insights they offer to […]
EP35: Insights on Sustainability Communication with Delphine Van Hoecke, PR and Communications expert, Founder of Loud and Clear
In today’s rapidly evolving marketplace, effective sustainability communication is more important than ever. Companies face the challenge of crafting authentic narratives that resonate with their audiences while avoiding pitfalls like greenwashing. In this episode of Ellie.Talks we discover the key insights from Delphine Van Hoecke, a PR and communication expert and founder of Loud and […]
EP34: The Future of Mattress Recycling: Insights from Ruben Demets, Recycling Manager at BekaertDeslee
As the world shifts towards a circular economy, industries across the board are rethinking how they handle waste and design their products. The mattress industry is no exception. In a recent episode of the Ellie Talks Podcast, Ruben Demets, Recycling Manager at BekaertDeslee, a pioneer in sleep solutions, shared his insights on the challenges and […]