Nienke Steen is a visionary sustainability leader with more than two decades of experience driving transformation in the global garment and textiles industry. As Global Director for Consumer Products and Textiles at the Cradle to Cradle Products Innovation Institute, she leads systemic change to accelerate the circular transition across consumer products and textiles. Nienke drives the global uptake of Cradle to Cradle Certified®, the leading circular product standard and certification, through sector strategies, marketing and communications, speaking engagements, and technical guidance.
Previously, she led international sustainability strategy at Modint, co‑founded the sustainable fashion brand FTF Productions, and has long shaped industry practice through thought leadership and collaboration.
