New CEO to drive Accelerating Circularity’s next phase
Accelerating Circularity, a non-profit building circular systems to turn used textiles into new raw materials, has announced Eileen Mockus as CEO, taking over from founder CEO Karla Magruder, who will become chair.
Since founding Accelerating Circularity in 2019, Magruder has:
• convened brands, retailers and supply chain actors in circularity T2T systems
• brought post-consumer textile-to-textile products to market at scale
• launched working groups for textile chemical recyclers and trim suppliers
• established global recognition through The Textile Institute, B.A.U.M Environment and Sustainability Award and the release of reports on cotton and polyester
• secured a commitment from the Clinton Global Initiative to divert 325 tons of textile from landfill.
Ms Magruder said: “With Eileen’s expertise and passion for low-impact textile systems, the organisation is perfectly positioned to move from pilot programmes to industry-wide implementation. I’m excited to continue supporting this mission as Board Chair.”
Formerly CEO of bedding brand Coyuchi, Eileen Mockus has also held roles at the Pottery Barn brands, The North Face and Patagonia.
She said: “The groundwork has been laid, partnerships are strong, and the demand for scalable textile-to-textile recycling has never been greater. Together, we can ensure the transition to a future where textiles are no longer wasted.”
