Extended Producer Responsibility is about to redefine how sporting goods are designed, sold, and recovered—and the cost of waiting will be high. As EPR schemes expand across Europe, fees, reporting duties, and consumer expectations are converging to reward brands that act now. At ISPO Munich this December, a leading sports brand, a textiles Recycler, and an emerging circular startup will show how to turn compliance into competitive edge. Moderated by CIRCULAR REPUBLIC, this discussion moves beyond rhetoric to the practical building blocks: design for durability and repair, mono‑materials that simplify recycling, product IDs that unlock data and services, and take‑back models that scale. If you’re responsible for product, sustainability, or operations, this is the play‑by‑play you need before next season. Expect candid insights on cost drivers and quick wins: how eco modulated fees can be reduced through better material choices and labeling; how digital product passports and traceability power repair, resale, and refurbishment; and how reverse logistics partnerships can hit recovery targets without breaking the P&L. You’ll hear what leading players are piloting right now, how they measure impact, and which governance moves to make. The panel will span across design briefs, supplier contracts, and post market services. We’ll also unpack the mindset shift that makes EPR an engine for growth: designing for second life, building customer loyalty through repair and trade in, and aligning teams around reliable, shared data. Bring your questions and leave with a concrete checklist to brief your board, align your product teams, and start scaling circularity. This panel is organized by IFAT Munich, connecting sustainability leaders across sectors (https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/circularity-with-global-impact-7325621535564607490/)