Episode 03: Alexa inquires Bernd Keller – Driving Positive Change in Fashion

In this episode of Designing the Future: Textiles and
Transformation Talks - Alexa Inquires, we are joined by Bernd
Keller, a visionary leader in sustainable fashion with over 30
years of experience at top brands like Hugo Boss, Marc O´Polo,
Puma, and Adidas. As co-founder of 1C1Y (One Child One Year), a
social luxury brand, Bernd has consistently pushed the boundaries
of design with a purpose. In this conversation, he shares his
insights on sustainable leadership, balancing innovation with
social responsibility, and the critical role CEOs play in driving
change. Join us for a thought-provoking discussion on the future
of fashion and sustainability.


 


Host: Alexa Dehmel


• Owner of CONSULTING & DESIGN in Munich/ Germany


• Expert in performance clothing design, functional material
advisory and curation


• Focus on innovative transformation in the textile industry


• Engages in education, trend keynote speaking, and freelance
journalism


 


Guest: Bernd Keller


• Creative Director Bernd Keller Consultancy – Bamberg / Germany


• Visionary creative director, fashion designer and industry
leader


• Consistently pushing the boundaries of sustainable fashion


 


CLOSING REMARKS


In this episode, Bernd Keller shared his inspiring vision for a
sustainable future in fashion, emphasizing the importance of
leadership, social responsibility, and authentic connections with
consumers. His passion for meaningful change reminds us that
every step, no matter how small, can help shape a more
responsible and innovative industry.


"Humans must remain at the center: individual, creative
personalities who can also turn mistakes into new and surprising
outcomes." Quote Bernd Keller


 


INSPIRATIONAL NOTE


Bernd Keller’s small change suggestion is to organize a community
flea market or upcycling event, where people can bring their
items to exchange or repurpose. He commits to moving forward with
this idea, which he had been considering for a long time, to give
items a second life and promote sustainability through upcycling.


 


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Follow Bernd:


https://de.linkedin.com/in/bernd-keller-91b467159


https://truestandard-consultancy.de/en/


https://1c1y-shop.com/


https://www.instagram.com/1c1y_official/


 


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