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ISPO Munich/10/23/2024

Sport, Health, Fashion: The Highlights of ISPO Munich 2024

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Forget everything you know about the sports business: At ISPO Munich 2024 from December 3 to 5, visions of the future will become reality. And "Love Every Contact" is not just a slogan - it's an invitation to rethink the world of sports and shape it together. So Get Ready ISPO People: Make Experiences with top brands, Find Solutions in topic-specific Hubs, Get Insights from top speakers and Gain Guidance with excellent products - and all this in numerous focus topics, from Retail & Sustainability to Health & Fashion to Tech/AI & Sports Extended!

Ready for the 12 highlights you won't want to miss?

01

The place-to-be for retailers

The future of retail belongs to those who are already making the difference today. It is no longer enough to simply sell: It's about using the right technology, creating exciting experiences and really inspiring customers. And this is exactly where ISPO Munich 2024 comes in.

➡️ Retail at ISPO Munich: These are the game changers for sports retail

Find Solutions in the Digitize & Retail Hub
The Digitize & Retail Hub focuses on solutions for digital transformation in sports retail. Innovative technologies and concepts that revolutionize and optimize retail are presented here. This area offers a platform for exchange and networking in order to shape the future of sports retail together.

Make Experiences with over 2400 exhibitors
ISPO Munich 2024 promises not only diversity, but also real business opportunities for retailers. With over 2400 exhibitors, you will experience new developments and innovations that are shaping the market. From brands that live sustainability, such as Gore Tex or LYCRA, to real fashion icons like adidas Terrex or Oakley, to health revolutionaries like crosscorpo or Zimmer MedizinSysteme. Here you will meet players who can enrich your product range and your strategies. For every retailer, ISPO offers an explosion of impulses, a real EXPERIENCE and a chance to take your business to the next level.

Gain Insights on the Main Stage of ISPO Munich
Top speakers discuss top topics - the stages at ISPO Munich have a lot in store for retailers. Want a sneak peak?

Repair, renew, redesign: The (re)design revolution - design in control of product & process

Speakers: Alice Sainsbury, Thami Schweichler

🕙 December 04, 10:00-10:45 a.m.
📍 Munich trade show, Hall B2, Main Stage

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Shaping the future with Patagonia: New supply chains and the shift to better and bigger

Speaker: Matt Dwyer

🕙 December 04, 11:15-12:00 a.m.
📍 Munich trade show, Hall B2, Main Stage

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Market of opportunities: Focus on China

Speakers: coming soon

🕙 December 05, 10:30-12:30 a.m.
📍 Munich trade show, Hall B2, Main Stage

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The renaissance of retail: Rethink! Doing the same thing over and over again is over

Speaker: Christoph Bründl, Margit Gosau

🕙 December 05, 13:15-14:00 h
📍 Munich trade show, Hall B2, Main Stage

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02

Green Revolution: Hot spot for sustainability

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Sustainability is one of the biggest issues of our time. Climate change, scarcity of resources and ever louder demands for transparency - the sports industry is at a crossroads. Now is the time to act! That's why ISPO Munich 2024 is also dedicated to this topic and is therefore the hot spot when it comes to forward-looking, sustainable solutions.

➡️ Sustainability at ISPO Munich: The opportunities of the green revolution

Find Solutions in the Sustainability Hub and Material Lab
The Sustainability Hub in Partnership with Patagonia is the place to go at ISPO Munich 2024 when it comes to green innovations. There you can expect topics around Natural Materials, Climate Action, Circular Economy, Recycled & Recycling, Transparency & Tools.

The latest developments in materials science will be presented in the Material Lab. Particularly exciting: the use of algae as a renewable raw material. Brands such as Adidas, Kuori, Lycra, Rheom and Reselo are pioneers in this field and demonstrate innovative approaches to protecting the environment while delivering high-performance materials.

Make Experiences with these green brands like...
... Atomic, Globetrotter, Gore Tex, LYCRA, Aware, Carbon Fact, CompPair, Hyosung, Interzero, myclimate, Prolong, Re:Down, retraced, Südwolle, Fibre52, Kuraray and many, many more.

Gain Insights on the Green Stage and Main Stage
The Green Stage will cover the most burning issues for today and the future: EU Green Deal & other Regulations, (Bio-) Diversity, Trendforecast by Louisa Smith, Decarbonization, (Eco-)Consumer Report, Climate Change, Wintersports Transformation. Want a sneak peak?

Sustainability and Major Sporting Events - Do They Go Together?

Speakers: coming soon

🕙 December 03, 1:00 pm - 1:45 pm
📍 Munich trade show, Hall B2, Main Stage

Event to follow

Infinite recycling: the future of sustainable polyester and green design

Speakers: coming soon

🕙 December 04, 12:00-12:45 p.m.
📍 Munich trade show, Hall A2, Green Stage (A2.626)

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All in. The power of partnership. Turning corn into fiber to make fashion more sustainable.

Speaker: Steven R. Stewart

🕙 December 04, 16:00-16:45
📍 Munich trade show, Hall A2, Green Stage (A2.626)

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Sustainability and innovation: challenges and opportunities for your company

Speakers: Dr. Annette Mutschler-Siebert, Gabriela da Costa, Mélanie Bruneau

🕙 December 05, 10:00-10:45 a.m.
📍 Munich trade show, Hall A2, Green Stage (A2.626)

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03

From the catwalk to ISPO: Fashion in focus

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Sport and fashion - two sectors that are moving ever closer together. But at a time when consumers are placing more and more value on individuality, functionality and sustainability, brands are faced with the challenge of combining these demands. Sports fashion must not only perform, but also be stylish and responsible. The solutions? ISPO Munich 2024 will provide them.

➡️ Fashion at ISPO Munich: New accents for the fusion of fashion and sport

Find Solutions at Zeitgeist by ISPO and ISPO 520M by Highsnobiety
The Zeitgeist by ISPO 2024 Edition Area offers brands a stage to present their innovative designs and concepts. This is where the pulse of modern sports fashion is defined and the latest trends and developments in the sports and outdoor sector are presented. Visitors can be inspired and gain insights into the future of sports fashion.

ISPO 520M by Highsnobiety is the platform to shape the future of outdoor, fashion and culture together for generations to come. Leading brands and creatives meet here to discuss innovative ideas and concepts. Visitors experience the fusion of sport, fashion and culture up close and can be inspired by the latest developments.

Make Experiences with fashion icons like....
... Blackyak, Fjällräven, Tanboer, FILA, Kailas, Maloja, Berghaus, KnowledgeCotton Apparel, Uppervoid, And Wander, Dolomite, HOKA One One, Stanley, Faction, adidas Terrex, Oakley, VEJA, Amundsen, Haglöfs, Columbia, Snow Peak, Stereo Skis, Nordisk Company, Bellroy, Quartz Co, We Norwegians, Varsity Headwear and many, many more.

Gain Insights at ZEITGEIST and on the Main Stage
Pioneering technologies, sustainable materials and the latest fashion trends: whether you're looking for insights into the transformation of outdoor fashion or want to know how sports fashion is evolving in an urban environment, the Main Stage is your place! Fancy a sneak peak?

ISPO Textrends Fall/Winter 26/27 Trend presentation and award ceremony

Speaker: Louisa Smith

🕙 December 04, 12:00-13:15
📍 Munich trade show, Hall B2, Main Stage

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ZEITGEIST Get-Together

🕙 December 04, 5:00-8:00 p.m.
📍 Munich trade show, Hall B1, ZEITGEIST

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04

Sport & Health: A common goal

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Sport and health complement each other like nothing else. More than ever at a time when prevention and fitness play a central role in our everyday lives. But how can the fusion of these two areas be made even more effective? New impulses from ISPO Munich and the addition of therapie MÜNCHEN will answer this question.

➡️ Health at ISPO Munich: How both industries are working towards common goals

Make Experiences with health brands like...
... crosscorpo GmbH, Zimmer MedizinSysteme GmbH, SCHNELL Trainingsgeräte, Buchner & Partner GmbH, Schupp GmbH & Co. KG, SOVDWAER, opta data Finance GmbH, BTL Medizintechnik GmbH, Stolzenberg GmbH, Ludwig ARTZT GmbH, Theralando, milon, MINDZMOVE UG, Woodway, novacare GmbH, SI Shape Industries GmbH, BLACKROLL AG, Wonder GmbH, ENRAF-NONIUS B.V., HUR Deutschland GmbH, Skillcourt GmbH, InBody Europe B.V., Scaneca GmbH, Cube Sports GmbH, Keiser BV, Sport-Tec GmbH, h/p/cosmos, Otto Bock HealthCare Deutschland GmbH, Sphery AG ICAROS GmbH and many, many more.

Gain Insights at therapie MÜNCHEN and ISPO Munich
In view of the increasing importance of the topic of health, ISPO Munich, together with the Leipzig trade show, is presenting the therapie MÜNCHEN at the ICM with the latest topics and trends. And the stages at ISPO Munich will also provide exciting health topics. The Yellow Stage, for example, offers some insights into the world of corporate health. Want a sneak peak?

Pilates equipment training in rehabilitation, therapy & prevention

Speaker: Dirk Torloxten

🕙 December 03, 12:30-13:30
📍ICM Munich, Room 5

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"Cupping" - more than just a complementary technique in manual therapy

Speaker: Ernst Albert

🕙 December 03, 13:00-13:30
📍ICM Munich, Room 5

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The fight against inactivity - impact and opportunities for the sporting goods industry

Speakers: Dr. Fiona Bull, Elena Korf, Emma P. (Mason) Zwiebler, Swen Grauer

🕙 December 03, 14:30-15:15
📍 Munich trade show, Hall B2, Main Stage

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Promoting corporate health: Innovations for a thriving workplace

Speaker: Jan C. Küster

🕙 December 04, 11:45-12:30 a.m.
📍 Munich trade show, Hall B2, Yellow Stage

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05

Game changer of the future: sports tech in the spotlight

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New technologies are not only revolutionizing the fan experience, but also the way sport is played, measured and marketed. From the use of smart wearables to data-driven training approaches - digitalization is opening up unimagined possibilities. And you can discover them at ISPO Munich 2024.

Find solutions in the Digitize & Retail Hub
In the Digitize & Retail Hub, you'll find the latest tech innovations that are changing sports retail and the sports industry as a whole. From digital tools for fan interaction to smart solutions for athletes - discover how technology will shape the sport of the future.

Make Experiences with tech revolutionaries like...
...Arena Hub, ASB Glassfloor, Australian Sports Tech Networks, Cinfo, Double Tap Content, Garmin, i-BrainTech, Solution Israel Trade Office Munich, Juventus, Kinexon, LaSource, liveU, LUNEX, Newstream, Remagine Ventures Snappers, Sportradar AG, World Boxing Council, Wylab and many, many more.

Get Insights at Sports Tech Nation, SPORT MARKE MEDIEN and ISPO Munich
Over 400 guest speakers and keynotes on Elite Performance, Smart Venues, Media & Broadcasting, Sports Data and Fitness Tech: This is the Sports Tech Nation, which perfectly complements the topic of tech with its program.

SPORT MARKE MEDIEN also offers a comprehensive Tech/AI program with topics such as “Sports-Tech: Developments and Future of AI in Sports”, “Crypto, Blockchain & Co - Future or Dead End?” or “21st Century Sports: How Technologies are Changing Sports in the Digital Age” and many more.

To the SMM Tech Program

Want another sneak peak?

Artificial Intelligence - Just a Driver of Change or a Real, Innovative Force?

Speaker: coming soon

🕙 December 03, 13:45-14:30
📍Trade show Munich, Hall B2, Main Stage

Event to follow

adidas: A global brand perspective

Speaker: coming soon

🕙 December 04, 09:10-09:25 a.m.
📍Messe München, International Congress Center Munich, Room 13

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Investments in sports technology

Speakers: Kevin Baxpehler, Sean Porta

🕙 December 04, 09:25-10:10 a.m.
📍Messe München, International Congress Center Munich, Room 13

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UEFA Champions League: Announcement of an innovation

Speaker: Charles Fremont

🕙 December 04, 10:55-11:30am
📍Messe München, International Congress Center Munich, Room 13

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06

Future-ready: the supply chain of tomorrow

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Especially now that sustainability, transparency and efficiency are becoming increasingly important for consumers, companies are facing the challenge of reconciling all of these aspects. A modern supply chain must not only function, but also be fair and environmentally friendly. It is no longer just about costs and speed, but also about responsibility and innovation. The solutions? ISPO Munich 2024 will provide them.

Find Solutions in the Supply Chain Forum
The Supply Chain Forum is the focal point for all those who want to shape the future of their supply chains in a smart and sustainable way. In cooperation with the Federation of European Sporting Goods Industry (FESI) and the World Federation of Sporting Goods Industry (WFSGI), a comprehensive program will be offered. Whether manufacturers, suppliers, solution providers or companies that work with suppliers - there will be valuable insights and networking opportunities to exchange ideas with key players and master future challenges.

Make Experiences with tech revolutionaries like...
...Ace Tech, Capeti, Ideat, Snowtex Outerwear, Seco, First American, Guangdong Golden Brand, Samanda Outdoor, Aparso, Cotton Club, Miro and many, many more.

Get insights in the forum and on the stages
The program includes current topics such as EU directives on human rights and environmental standards, contract audits and certifications. Top-class speakers, including legal professionals and company representatives, will offer practical insights and share strategies for success. Every morning in Hall C4, there will be sessions on important topics such as the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD), decarbonization of the supply chain and future prospects such as reshoring and nearshoring. The focus will be on networking and finding solutions.

Gecko Components: An accelerator for the biomaterials revolution

Speakers: Florent De Gantès, François Delaunoy, Sarah Harbarth

🕙 December 03, 14:00-14:45
📍Munich trade show, Hall A2, Green Stage (A2.626)

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Shaping the future with Patagonia: New supply chains and the shift to better and bigger

Speaker: Matt Dwyer

🕙 December 04, 11:15-12:00 a.m.
📍Trade show Munich, Hall B2, Main Stage

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Responsible sourcing: Why apparel companies need to start considering nature through science-based targets

Speakers: Evelyne Keller, Tim Mollenhauer

🕙 December 04, 1:00 pm - 1:45 pm
📍Munich trade show, Hall A2, Green Stage (A2.626)

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07

Pickleball & Padel: sporting trend and lucrative opportunity

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The padel boom has arrived in Germany - with over 600 courts and impressive growth of 122%, the market has already exceeded expectations. Padel is not only a sporting trend, but also a lucrative opportunity for investors, associations and manufacturers. And it will be well represented at ISPO Munich.

Make Experiences in the Pickleball & Padel Village
The ISPO Padel Village is all about the latest developments in padel. Surrounded by 16 booths with 20 leading brands such as AFP Courts, Afydad, Allpadel, Dragonet, Duel Padel, Drop Shot, Nalyon, Padel Factory, Padel Corporation, PFS, Playsight, Playtomic, Rackets & Sports World, Scorli, Varlion, the central court offers space for exciting matches, show courses and product presentations.

PSST! Professionals will also be on site to share their tips! Stay tuned...

In addition to Padel, there will also be two Pickleball Courts, which will be presented by leading brands such as Skechers, Franklin Sports, Ferrari Importing, Gamma, Selkirk Sports, JOOLA, STAG ICONIC/Pickleball United, Diadem Europe and many more. will be equipped.

Get Insights in the Village and on the Main Stage
The International Padel Cluster (CIP) and the sports association Afydad will provide information about the latest developments and business opportunities in padel sports at the Infopoint. In the Padel Lounge, you can get the latest market data and find out about the best investment opportunities in this growing market.
And on the Main Stage? There will be tennis insights from the former number 1 in the tennis world himself: Andre Agassi.

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Female empowerment: strong sport needs strong women

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Only 31% of women in management positions, the risk of a cruciate ligament injury up to 9.5 times higher than for men and no women on the Forbes list of the top 50 highest-paid athletes: The challenges for female athletes and women in the sports business are still enormous.

➡️ The future is female: How women are making sports history

Strong brands need strong women and at ISPO Munich 2024 they get the stage they deserve. From stars like Malaika Mihambo talking about equal opportunities and inclusion in sports, to topics like "Effects of the menstrual cycle in competitive sports" at the German Trainers' Summit, to events like a networking dinner with 40 industry leaders to support female leaders! 🗣️

Gain insights on female empowerment with these talks and more:

Jump free. Malaika Mihambo for more equal opportunities and inclusion in sport

Speaker: Malaika Mihambo

Wednesday, December 04, 2024 / 3:15 - 4:00 pm at ISPO Munich 2024
📍 Trade show Munich, Hall B2, Main Stage

TO THE EVENT

Effects of the menstrual cycle in competitive sport

Speaker: Prof. Dr. Jana Strahler

Wednesday, December 04, 2024 / 16:45 - 17:15 at ISPO Munich 2024
📍 Trade show Munich, International Congress Center, Hall 14b

TO THE EVENT

Women's sport in the 2nd row - will everything be different now?

Speakers: Jessica Weber, Julia Retzlaff

🕙 Monday, December 02, 2024 / 3:20 - 3:50 pm at ISPO Munich 2024
📍 Trade show Munich, International Congress Center, first floor (foyer)

TO THE EVENT

The future is inclusive - from big dreams to lived reality

Speaker: Britta Ernst

🕙 Monday, December 02, 2024 / 14:40 - 15:00 at ISPO Munich 2024
📍 Trade show Munich, International Congress Center, Hall 14b

TO THE EVENT

09

6 conferences for the absolute deep dive

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You probably already have your ticket for ISPO Munich 2024, but if not, what are you waiting for? But do you already know all the partner conferences that discuss the hottest topics in the industry with topic-specific deep dives?

➡️ SPORT MARKE MEDIEN: The place to be for anyone who wants to help shape the future of sport and marketing. It's all about the trends that will move everyone tomorrow.

➡️ German Trainers' Summit: If you want to be at the forefront of top-class sport, you have to be here. The latest training strategies and developments - directly from the best of the best.

➡️ Sports Tech Nation: Tech nerds and innovators take note - this is your summit. The coolest new technologies and the brightest minds driving the industry forward.

➡️ therapie MÜNCHEN: The hotspot for groundbreaking innovations in the world of therapy and medical rehabilitation.

➡️ Atomic's Ski Industry Climate Summit: The big players in the ski and snowboard world discuss the effects of climate change. 

In addition to the partner conferences, ISPO Munich also offers exciting one-day conferences:

➡️ BIOTEXFUTURE Fall Forum 2024: On December 2 from 10:30 am - 5:30 pm, the textile research project on new bio-based materials for textile production will take place. 

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Insights & Emotions: These are the highlight speakers

The sports business is calling - and these names will set the ISPO Munich 2024 stage alight!

➡️ Alexander (digital) and Mischa Zverev, the tennis brothers who dominate the courts of the world.
➡️ Andre Agassi, an icon who is more than just a tennis player.
➡️ Julian Nagelsmann the tactical genius who is reinventing soccer.
➡️ Malaika Mihambo the queen of athletics.

But that's just the beginning: at our partner conferences, you can also expect real pioneers such as Judith Gerlach, Minister of State for Health, Care and Prevention, or Arne Freundt, CEO of PUMA, at SPORT MARKE MEDIEN. At the German Trainers' Summit, experts such as Lars Lienhard, Managing Director of NAT, will provide exclusive insights into innovative training methods. And if you want to know how technology is changing sport, you can't miss the Sports Tech Nation Summit with speakers such as Charles Fremont, Manager of the UEFA Innovation Hub.

AND OF COURSE MANY, MANY MORE!

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Talent & Culture Hub: ability meets career

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The Talent & Culture Hub at ISPO Munich 2024 offers an ideal platform for the growing sports industry to attract talent in times of a shortage of skilled workers or to start a career in the sports business. Here, sports students, career starters and professionals meet directly with companies in the industry. Universities also have the opportunity to present their study programs and research projects.

The focus is on trends, insights, solutions and career opportunities, which are presented and further developed in formats such as keynotes, lectures, workshops, master classes, career tours and speed networking.

For universities:
With a 4 m² prefabricated booth, universities can easily present their study programs and research projects. Posters and wall elements also make it possible to present research results in line with the career market.

For students:
The career tours and speed networking offer sports students the perfect opportunity to make direct contact with companies and introduce themselves. This opens up valuable opportunities for starting a career.

➡️ 10 career tips in the sports industry

For companies:
The Talent & Culture Hub is the perfect opportunity for companies to directly attract young talent and specialists. Here, new contacts can be made and potential employees discovered through targeted formats.

➡️ Skills shortage in the sports business: Successful strategies for attracting talent

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Get Guidance with the ISPO Awards

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ISPO Munich offers comprehensive orientation in the sports and outdoor industry, provides support for important decisions and offers an outlook on future developments. The ISPO Award platforms put the spotlight on innovative products, promising start-ups and pioneering material developments that highlight current and upcoming trends.

➡️ ISPO Award: This internationally recognized award honors outstanding products and serves as a valuable guide for professionals and customers*.
➡️ ISPO Brandnew: The platform promotes start-ups from the sports and outdoor industry. Companies such as GoPro and On were able to impress early on.
➡️ ISPO Textrends: The material innovations of the future are presented here, which are used in high-quality sports and fashion collections.

All three formats present themselves at ISPO Munich with their own exhibitions and celebrate their award winners at an Award Gathering on the Main Stage. Celebrate with them:

ISPO Award 2024 - Audience Award

🕙 December 03, 16:45-18:00
📍Trade show Munich, Hall B2, Main Stage

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ISPO Textrends Fall/Winter 26/27 Trend presentation and award ceremony

Speaker: Louisa Smith

🕙 December 04, 12:00-13:15
📍Trade show Munich, Hall B2, Main Stage

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ISPO Brandnew: Founders Fights - Brandnew Award Winner

Speakers: Jan C. Küster, Mischa Zverev

🕙 December 04, 16:00-16:45
📍Trade show Munich, Hall B2, Main Stage

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ISPO Brandnew: Founders Fights - Final

Speakers: Jan C. Küster, Mischa Zverev

🕙 December 04, 5:00-5:30 p.m.
📍Trade show Munich, Hall B2, Main Stage

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