

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Interactive Business Breakfast - Circular Economy Focus for 2026
- **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 15 Jan, 2026 at 07:15 am – Thu, 15 Jan, 2026 at 09:30 am
- **Event Description**: Where will investment, leadership and effort deliver the greatest impact in 2026 through the circular economy?About this EventCircular Economy Focus for 2026Join us for an engaging, interactive business breakfast exploring where investment, leadership, and effort can deliver the greatest circular economy impact in 2026.We are delighted to welcome Ladeja Godina Košir, an internationally recognised circular economy leader from Europe, alongside a distinguished cohort of local circular economy experts and practitioners. Using a participant-led format, attendees will help shape the discussion around their priorities, drawing on practical case studies, actionable insights, and strategic dialogue.The morning will feature three guest speakers, each sharing a concise 10-minute perspective grounded in real-world experience, followed by a facilitated, interactive Q&amp;A focused on translating circular strategies into tangible outcomes—from organisational performance and risk management to competitiveness and innovation.The breakfast will also provide a unique opportunity to explore how circular economy education is evolving globally. Drawing on insights from the CIRCO training program in the Netherlands, we’ll examine how students work on real-world challenges alongside trainers and industry professionals, and how these proven approaches could be adapted to strengthen and expand the CIRCO Challenge in Australia in 2026.In addition, the session will delve into the EU–Australia circular economy collaboration story, building on the strong foundation established through the work of Usha Iyer-Raniga and Jacqueline Cramer. With the EU–Australia Trade Agreement potentially nearing completion in early 2026, and Australia’s new National Circular Economy Framework now in place, this conversation is both timely and strategically important.This breakfast will serve as an introductory step toward the #EU Circular Economy Talk, planned for 2026 under the ECESP umbrella and aligned with COP31, within the broader context of EU–Australia–Turkey cooperation. Attendees will have the opportunity to help shape early thinking, key messages, and a shared narrative on how Europe and Australia can jointly accelerate circular solutions, innovation, and global leadership.The event will be in a hybrid format, allowing participants to join online if they are unable to attend in person. Tea, coffee, and a light breakfast will be provided for attendees. We look forward to a morning of ideas, connection, and collaboration. All are welcome—please feel free to invite friends and colleagues to join the discussion.Organised by:The Circularity Club GCThanks to:SMEC |Southern Cross University| Swedish Australian Chamber of Commerce (SACC)The circular economy is an economic system designed to eliminate waste and pollution, keep products and materials in use for as long as possible, and regenerate natural systems, creating environmental, social and economic value.Agenda?: 07:15 AM - 07:30 AMEvent opens - tea, coffee and networking?: 07:30 AM - 07:35 AMWelcome and scene setting - Circular Economy Club Focus for 2026Host: Linda Nordin &amp; Sarah Tosone?: 07:35 AM - 07:50 AMSpeaker 1Host: Ladeja Godina KoširInfo: Ladeja Godina Košir is an International circular economy expert and the Founder and Director of Circular Change – Institute for Circular Economy, as well as the chair of the European Circular Economy Stakeholder Platform (ECESP) in Brussels. She is a leading voice on systemic circular economy transitions, working with governments and organisations worldwide and co-authoring national circular economy roadmaps.
A sought-after keynote speaker and moderator, she contributes to major international forums including the European Commission, UNIDO, UNEP and the World Circular Economy Forum, and lectures in executive programs across Europe and Japan. Her work, grounded in systems thinking and transition brokerage, focuses on turning complex ideas into practical, scalable action.?: 07:50 AM - 08:00 AMSpeaker 2Host: Dr Luigi VandiInfo: Luigi Vandi has a diverse background in materials science spanning advanced manufacturing, in-service performance and end-of-life conversion of materials into higher-value products, and holds a PhD from The University of Queensland and an MSc from the National Polytechnic Institute of Lorraine, France. His industry-focused research includes high-performance composites for automotive and aerospace applications, work with the Ferrari F1 Team, collaboration with Airbus on patented composite technologies, and authorship of two active patents. At UQ, his work focuses on sustainable materials, biocomposites and waste-to-value technologies, driven by a commitment to solution-based research that supports a future circular economy.?: 08:00 AM - 08:10 AMSpeaker 3Host: Dr Owen HoganInfo: Dr Owen Hogan is a Senior Lecturer in Strategy, Innovation and Entrepreneurship at Southern Cross University. His work sits at the intersection of circular economy transitions, regenerative business models and applied innovation, with a strong focus on real-world impact. He works closely with industry, government and international partners on projects spanning waste valorisation, bioeconomy innovation and circular design, including research on Black Soldier Fly farming systems in Australia, Indonesia and Europe. He has published across entrepreneurship, sustainability and higher education, secured competitive and industry-linked research funding, and is actively involved in curriculum innovation and industry-engaged teaching. Alongside academia, Owen brings extensive professional experience across the creative industries, agriculture and public sector contexts.?: 08:10 AM - 08:50 AMInteractive workshop with audience and panellists led by Ladeja and NicoleHost: Dr Nicole GarofanoInfo: Nicole is the former Head of Circular Economy Development for Planet Ark. In her role, Nicole led the strategy implementation for the Australian Circular Economy Hub (ACE Hub), the national reference platform for circular economy knowledge and collaboration in Australia. For 20+ years, Nicole has worked in environmental education and action with a focus on waste management, and in recent years, circular economy. Nicole has a PhD from research focused on the plastic food and beverage packaging value chain, identifying innovation to improve chain activities and outcomes. She now consults on a range of projects across sectors in Australia and internationally.?: 08:50 AM - 09:30 AMNetworking
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## Ticket Details

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- **Ticket Price Range**: min: 11.9, max: 11.9, currency: AUD

## Event venue details

- **city**: Nerang
- **state**: QL
- **country**: Australia
- **location**: SMEC
- **lat**: -27.9859212
- **long**: 153.340044
- **full address**: SMEC, 832 Southport Nerang Road, Nerang, Australia

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- **organizer**: Circular Economy Club (CEC) GC (https://allevents.in/org/circular-economy-club-cec-gc/24164413)

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Thu, 15 Jan, 2026 at 07:15 am
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** SMEC, 832 Southport Nerang Road, Nerang, Australia
- **Q**: What is the ticket price?
  - **A:** starting from 11.9 up to 11.9 AUD
- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** Circular Economy Club (CEC) GC
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** business, workshops, art, fine-arts, contests, drawing-painting
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