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Announcing the Jury of “Grow With Ephea”: a celebration of connection, vision, and purpose.

At Ephea®, we believe that true innovation thrives not only through bold ideas but also through meaningful connections. That’s why we are proud to introduce the distinguished jury for Grow With Ephea®— a group of extraordinary individuals whose expertise, creativity, and sensitivity will guide us in selecting the project most deserving of being grown with […]

At Ephea®, we believe that true innovation thrives not only through bold ideas but also through meaningful connections. That’s why we are proud to introduce the distinguished jury for Grow With Ephea®— a group of extraordinary individuals whose expertise, creativity, and sensitivity will guide us in selecting the project most deserving of being grown with Ephea®.

This jury is more than a panel of evaluators. It is a convergence of minds, hearts, and experiences. Each member brings a unique perspective —spanning sustainability, circularity, fashion, biomaterials, innovation, and design— coming together to spark dialogue and insight that reach far beyond the competition itself.

Meet the Jury (in alphabetical order):

Constanza Cavalli Etro – Entrepreneur and Camera Nazionale della Moda Italiana Ambassador
Vito Colacurcio – Product Manager at Giorgio Armani

Hakan Karaosman – Global Thought Leader in Sustainability

Suzanne Lee – CEO, Biofabricate

Andrée-Anne Lemieux – Sustainability Director, Institut Français de la Mode, Paris

Maurizio Montalti – Chief Mycelium Officer, SQIM / Ephea®

Francesca Perona – Product Manager, Ephea®

Ingrun Von Keudell – Sustainability & Circularity Expert

We are honored to bring together this remarkable team —individuals who are actively shaping the future with intention, courage, and purpose. Their role goes beyond selecting a winner. Grow With Ephea® is not just about recognizing potential— it’s about nurturing it.

Together, these visionary minds will cultivate space for meaningful dialogue, foster connections across disciplines, and bring forward diverse perspectives that enrich every step of the journey.

With Grow With Ephea®, we’re not simply launching an initiative —we’re building a community. A community rooted in connection, powered by collaboration, and committed to fostering a future that is regenerative, inspiring, and deeply connected to nature.

Let the journey begin.

All you need to know about “Grow with Ephea”

Download the Open Call documentation and apply:
– Presentation of “Grow With Ephea”
– Discover Ephea® Willow
– Project Submission Guidelines
– Application Form

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