The Mills Fabrica

As we gear up for another exciting year of innovation and sustainability, we are thrilled to introduce the esteemed panel of the first 4 judges for TechStyle For Social Good 2024, each bringing a wealth of expertise and passion to the table. [Techstyle Track] 💫 Mr. Edwin Keh, MH  CEO, The Hong Kong Research Institute of Textile and Apparel (HKRITA) Mr. Keh currently leads The Hong Kong Research Institute of Textiles and Apparel Limited (HKRITA), where he drives groundbreaking research and innovation in the textile industry. His leadership has been crucial in pushing the boundaries of sustainable practices and technological advancements. With his extensive experiences and innovative mindset, he co-founded the Consortium for Operational Excellence in Greater China and has been recognized as one of Asia’s Most Influential by Tatler in 2022. 💫 Ms. Dalila Poggi  Senior Materials Innovation Manager, Pangaia Poggi’s role at Pangaia is nothing short of revolutionary. She leads the R&D roadmap and industrialisation for Pangaia’s Branded Technologies, including the patented FLWRDWN technology. Her expertise extends to non-textile innovations assessment and validation, making her a co-inventor of the company’s impressive patent portfolio. [Agrifood Tech Track] 💫 Mr. Sean Mak COO & Managing Director Thailand, Innovate 360 With over 25 years of experience in strategic marketing, business partnerships, and investments, Mr. Mak has been instrumental in driving multi-million revenue growth and business acceleration for startups. His role also includes overseeing deal-flow sourcing for the Asia Food Sustainability Fund, where he offers commercial insights and advisory services with his strategic acumen and strong interpersonal skills. 💫 Dr. Chris Aurand Open Innovation Leader, Thai Union Group PCL With a PhD in Food Science from Cornell University, Dr. Aurand has a deep understanding of food innovation and has been creating new business opportunities and innovation strategies over the past 10 years in the industry. One of his significant achievements is the growing SPACE-F, Thailand’s pioneering foodtech incubator and accelerator program into a global recognized program. Stay tuned with us for the latest updates of TFSG 2024! 🚀 For more details: https://lnkd.in/eAvrUjrg #TechstyleforSocialGood #sustainability #techstyle #agrifoodtech #challenge #student #competition #TheMillsFabrica #innovations #technology #social #environment #Pangaia #Innovate360

Yesterday, The Mills Fabrica hosted Fashion Revolution's official press launch for their new #WhatFuelsFashion report. The report, which is a special edition of Fashion Revolution’s annual Global Fashion Transparency Index, offers an in-depth analysis of how big brand’s decarbonisation claims hold up. The report analyses and ranks 250 of the world’s biggest fashion brands and retailers based on their public disclosure of climate and energy-related actions, covering Accountability, Decarbonisation, Energy Procurement, Financing Decarbonisation, and Just Transition and Advocacy over 80 data points. Overall, the report finds that big fashion is falling short of much-needed climate investments. The Mills Fabrica are proud to have the Fashion Revolution team as members of our co-working space and to host the findings of their latest pivotal piece of research. To read the full ‘What Fuels Fashion?’ report, visit: https://lnkd.in/g6Vb5rB To find out more about the spaces available at The Mills Fabrica, visit: https://lnkd.in/eCiDKDPu

Yesterday, The Mills Fabrica hosted Fashion Revolution's official press launch for their new #WhatFuelsFashion report. The report, which is a special edition of Fashion Revolution’s annual Global Fashion Transparency Index, offers an in-depth analysis of how big brand’s decarbonisation claims hold up. The report analyses and ranks 250 of the world’s biggest fashion brands and retailers based on their public disclosure of climate and energy-related actions, covering Accountability, Decarbonisation, Energy Procurement, Financing Decarbonisation, and Just Transition and Advocacy over 80 data points. Overall, the report finds that big fashion is falling short of much-needed climate investments. The Mills Fabrica are proud to have the Fashion Revolution team as members of our co-working space and to host the findings of their latest pivotal piece of research. To read the full ‘What Fuels Fashion?’ report, visit: https://lnkd.in/g6Vb5rB To find out more about the spaces available at The Mills Fabrica, visit: https://lnkd.in/eCiDKDPu

The global supply chain has become entrenched over the last century, with fast-fashion brands relying on overseas factories and low-wage labor, leading to overproduction and waste.♻️  Our investee unspun™ has developed a cutting-edge technology called #Vega that 3D-weaves yarn quickly and efficiently, allowing brands to minimize the #environmental impact in their production journey.💚 Check out the article from Fast Company to understand how Unspun helps brands move toward a domestic supply chain. https://bit.ly/4cYc6my  

#HongKong's renowned textile industry has built a robust foundation to drive ongoing innovation within the sector. 🧥 Our General Manager and Head of Asia, Cintia Nunes, discussed with LGT Private Banking the critical need to embed sustainability across every stage of the textile supply chain, and how The Mills Fabrica's work in partnering with start-ups demonstrates a positive global impact.💡 Read more here 👉https://lnkd.in/g43J_WWX

#Foodtech offers new ways to create an abundance of affordable food without jeopardizing the environment for future generations. In a recent interview with Hong Kong Trade Development Council, our General Manager and Head of Asia Cintia Nunes, shared her insights on how global investors measure foodtech companies’ potential, as well as the similarities and differences between agrifood tech startups in #HongKong and the #UK.   Are you curious how the start-up in the foodtech industry can leverage the expertise of #TheMillsFabrica? Check out the top tips from Cintia here: https://lnkd.in/gwqCPFUZ #TheMillsFabrica #Agrifoodtech #impact #investment #climatechange #sustainability #innovation

Our London team is growing! 🌱   We’re looking for an Admin Assistant to join our team   The Admin Assistant will be the first touchpoint for all visitors at The Mills Fabrica, and their key responsibilities include: ▫Ensuring every guest is greeted with a warm welcome, representing The Mills Fabrica to all external visitors ▫Handling impromptu visits from partners and potential members ▫Liaising with ground floor (hot desking) tenants, ensuring their welfare and handling queries ▫Supporting the Memberships team with the daily operations of the coworking spaces ▫Providing administrative support to the Operations team and diary management for the Head of Europe   Our ideal candidate will bring a positive attitude and an ability to build rapport with members and visitors. They require strong organisational and communication skills, and previous PA/office management experience is preferred.   For the full job description and how to apply, please visit the listing on our website: https://lnkd.in/gbXNdyGT   Please help share this opportunity with your network and help us find our newest team member!

Only 5 days remain until the application deadline for Techstyle For Social Good 2024! Aspired to shine and create meaningful impacts in the future of Techstyle and Agrifood Tech? Winners of TFSG will enjoy networking opportunities with like-minded innovators and industry leaders, as well as unparalleled support from our Ecosystem partners PANGAIA and Innovate360 to accelerate their growth 🚀 Let your innovative ideas be seen and be heard on a global platform 🌍 Application deadline is July 22nd - act fast to secure your spot! For more details: https://lnkd.in/eAvrUjrg #TechStyleForSocialGood #Sustainability #TechStyle #AgrifoodTech #Challenge #Student #Competition #TheMillsFabrica #Innovations #Technology #Social #Environment

Are you ready to make sustainable impacts on the world? Meet Innovate360, our partner for Techstyle for Social Good. As Singapore's 1st food accelerator, our partner has been at the forefront of Agri-tech, leveraging global networks and expertise to curate a one-stop ecosystem for startups and investors. Sean Mak, Chief Operating Officer of Innovate 360, will join this year’s TFSG as a judge representative to be your inspiration on this transformative journey, helping you navigate the challenges and opportunities with his strategic insights and deep experience. As a winner of Techstyle for Social Good, you'll receive unparalleled support from Innovate 360. From business mentorship, industry networking to access to grants like the StartupSG Founder program, our partner helps catapult game-changing ideas into the spotlight, giving you the resources and guidance needed to thrive. Our application deadline is now extended to July 22nd. If you're an Agrifood tech innovator with dreams and dedication, don't miss the final chance to join TechStyle For Social Good 2024! 🔗 For more details: https://lnkd.in/eAvrUjrg #TechstyleforSocialGood #sustainability #techstyle #agrifoodtech #challenge #student #competition #TheMillsFabrica #innovations #technology #social #environment #Innovate360

🍫🚀 Introducing the final instalment of our three-part blog series on the future of cocoa!  Our previous articles covered key challenges faced by the cocoa industry, from climate change affecting crop yields and increasing concerns around the sustainability and social impacts of conventional cocoa production.  🧪👩🔬 In our latest blog post, we introduce a rising wave of startups like Nukoko, who are developing innovative technologies to produce alternative cocoa ingredients, and how they can be a key solution for the wider chocolate industry.  🤝 As cocoa prices continue to be volatile, investors and industry leaders are increasingly interested to partner with these startups to bring these ingredients to the market. 👉 Read our latest blog post today: https://lnkd.in/gxJfR7_j For those who missed Part 1 and Part 2, please find them here: https://lnkd.in/gnZiXNNU #TheMillsFabrica #Techstyle #Agrifoodtech #impact #investment #climatechange #sustainability #innovation #cocoa #chocolate